Helene also caused extensive damage to Asheville’s water treatment infrastructure, according to the National Hurricane Center. Clean water was not restored to the city until Nov. 18, 53 days after Helene hit.

The "Good Morning America" special, "Asheville Rising," will highlight North Carolina's resilience and ongoing recovery after Hurricane Helene.

Norfolk Southern says it expects to reopen its rail line between Buncombe County and Tennessee by the end of March.