Recovery begins in North Carolina

LELAND, N.C. (WCBI)- Thousands are still recovering from the aftermath of Hurricane Florence.

Trees in Leland are toppled on the side of Highway 17, a major roadway in the Leland and Wilmington cities.

Along Carolina Beach, some businesses are still boarded up. One restaurant owner says he estimates $70,000 in damages. Downtown Carolina Beach had several feet of water up until Tuesday night.

Power crews are still working to get power restored.

Thousands remain without electricity.