Hurricane Helene ravaged western North Carolina over the weekend, leaving behind a trail of death and devastation. At least 44 people were killed across the state, most in a mountainous county where monstrous floodwaters engulfed homes, demolished businesses and cut off power to thousands.

North Carolina emergency crews were racing Monday to deliver food and other essential supplies to areas hit hard by Helene. In interviews and social media posts, residents said they urgently needed…