How Hurricane Helene became an ominous warning about America’s lack of preparedness. FRONTLINE and NPR draw on a decade of reporting on disasters and their aftermath to examine how and why the U.S. is more vulnerable than ever to climate change-related storms Hurricane Helene was a catastrophic Category 4 hurricane that struck the southeastern United States in September 2024, causing extensive damage and resulting in over 250 fatalities. In the aftermath of the storm, states of emergency were declared, and extensive recovery efforts were initiated. The National Hurricane Center released a final report detailing the storm's meteorological data and its devastating effects, highlighting the need for improved preparedness for future hurricanes.  Hurricane Helene serves as a stark reminder of the increasing intensity and frequency of hurricanes, attributed in part to climate change, and underscores the importance of preparedness and response strategies in vulnerable regions. Provided by PBS/Frontline. Provided by the CAST Senior Center, our Documentary Programs provide an endless variety of interesting subjects in a prerecorded, professional film format. They take us across the country and around the world, experiencing and learning about places and people which we wouldn’t otherwise have the opportunity to experience. Our documentaries are entertaining, informative, and inspiring. They offer a unique and powerful form of storytelling that captures your attention and provoke thought and discussion. Scheduled every Tuesday afternoon, unless noted, at 1pm at the CAST Senior Center, our Documentary Programs are free and open to the public. There are no membership dues, and everyone is welcome to attend. Programming is provided by Curiosity U and other online providers. Check out our documentary program schedule every month and join us. We look forward to seeing you!