Helene death toll rises to at least 227 across 6 states | 5 Oct 2024 | The death toll from Helene has risen to at least 227 across six states, according to CNN’s tally, after two more deaths were announced Saturday in South Carolina. Officials announced seven additional deaths in North Carolina earlier Saturday. The deaths from Helene by state as of Saturday are as follows: North Carolina, 113 people; South Carolina, 48 people; Georgia, 33 people; Florida, 20 people; Tennessee, 11 people; and Virginia, 2 people.