The Democratic presidential candidate met with FEMA, the National Guard and state and local leaders on Saturday.

Emergency officials worried for over a week after the storm hit late last month York County would not have enough damage to qualify.

Vice President Kamala Harris visited North Carolina on Saturday, where she met with those affected by Hurricane Helene and helped to assemble relief kits with volunteers.

Emergency teams navigate the complex recovery after Hurricane Helene battered the state and left many without power. Vice President Kamala Harris arrived to tour the storm zone amid growing misinformation that the federal government has abandoned the hard-hit communities.