Hurricane's impact on semiconductor industry remains a threat.

The article discusses the impact of Hurricane Helene on the semiconductor industry in North Carolina. Two primary mining companies that produce high-quality quartz used in the production of semiconductors were forced to shut down due to the hurricane. One of the plants has reopened, while the status of the other remains unknown. The companies are working to assess the damage and restore production as soon as possible. The article highlights the importance of these mining operations for the local economy and the challenges faced by the computer chip industry in increasing production. [Extracted from the article]