Monarch expresses deep sadness over loss of life from Hurricane Helene
King Charles III has shared a heartfelt message after learning of the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene in the US. The 75-year-old monarch, currently battling cancer, expressed his deep sadness in a statement directed to President Joe Biden, following the tragic loss of at least 200 lives due to the Category 4 storm.
In a message released on October 4 via the British Embassy in Washington, D.C., King Charles extended his condolences to the families affected by the disaster and praised the bravery of emergency responders working in the aftermath of the storm. The King's statement acknowledged the pain and destruction caused by the hurricane, which struck on September 26, and offered sympathy to those who lost loved ones.
The message emphasized the King's solidarity with the US during this difficult time, commending the courageous efforts of those on the front lines.