We know that from Florida to North Carolina to Georgia, many people are currently without essential services like water, electricity and cell phones following the storm.

As a resource during these difficult times, we are providing a text messaging service to provide you and your loved ones with the latest information on Hurricane Helene, connect you with resources, and answer any questions you may have. This gives you direct access to reporters and editors in the newsroom who can help you find information about current weather alerts, local services and more.

Our journalists work across the USA TODAY Network so we can provide updates and answers to everyone dealing with the Helene aftermath.