These are the names of those who lost their lives to Helene in NC

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Helene is responsible for more than 100 storm-related deaths.

Over three months since the historic storm in western North Carolina, state officials have released the full list of people who lost their lives inside the state during the storm.

As a way to remember those who were lost during Helene in North Carolina, WCNC Charlotte is publishing the list provided by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services:

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Nearly half of the storm-related fatalities occurred in Buncombe County, the western North Carolina county that is also home to the city of Asheville. The city saw nearly 14 inches of rain in a three-day period. The excessive rain produced flash flooding, and mudslides across the region. 

The North Carolina county with the second-most deaths is Yancey County, according to the state. The county is reporting 10 deaths.  Yancey County saw one of the highest rainfall totals at a staggering 31 inches in the town of Busick.

Across the Southeast, Helene accounts for more than 215 deaths, according to data tallied by the Associated Press. South Carolina officials reported at least 36 storm-related deaths.

WCNC Charlotte wants to hear about your loved one

If your loved one was impacted by this incident, WCNC Charlotte hopes to make this process less painful with our More Than A Number initiative. With your help, we want to share who your loved one was with our viewers in North Carolina and South Carolina. When you’re ready, fill out the form below or send us photos, memories and other details about them to desk@wcnc.com.