News release from Buncombe County: NOTICE is hereby given that the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners’ regularly scheduled Briefing and Regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 1 has been cancelled.
News Bulletins
Pisgah and Nantahala remain closed
Press release from U.S. Forest Service: As response efforts continue throughout western North Carolina, all recreation sites will remain closed on the Pisgah and Nantahala until assessments can be safely conducted. Our first priority is the safety of our staff and visitors, and conditions on both forests are simply too hazardous for crews to begin […]
Important updates from Asheville Regional Airport relating to Tropical Storm Helene
Press release from Asheville Regional Airport: We are receiving many questions from the community. We are posting multiple times each day on our Facebook page, which is the best location to receive the most accurate airport information. Below are answers to some of the questions being asked: MOST IMPORTANT Q/A TO RELAY – Relief flights are coming […]
Western Carolina University closed through Friday, Oct. 4
Press release from Western Carolina University: The communities surrounding the university have experienced significant adverse impacts from the previous storm event. As a result, retroactive from Thursday, September 25, through Friday, October 4, 2024, Western Carolina University will operate under Condition Level 3 (Closed), as defined in the Adverse Weather Policy. Classes are cancelled, and […]
Water and other updates from the City of Hendersonville
Currently all Hendersonville water customers remain under a system pressure advisory. Portions of the water system are experiencing outages and periods of low pressure in the distribution system.
Campus update from UNC Asheville
Press release from UNC Asheville: Since Friday, September 27, UNC Asheville has cared for all students who remained on campus during Tropical Storm Helene. Students have received food and access to potable drinking water. In advance of the storm, UNC Asheville prepared for the emergency by bringing in non-perishable food items, bottled water, and portable […]
Updates from Hurricane Helene: more resources available for locating loved ones
News release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County Government regular operations will be closed Monday and Tuesday to focus on emergency response. The landfill will be open Monday but please use caution if you are traveling to the landfill and take alternate routes. We are working with Waste Pro to determine what residential collection will look […]
Haywood County opens emergency shelter at the Armory in Clyde
News release from Haywood County: In response to severe weather in our area, Haywood County will open an emergency shelter at the Armory, located at 235 Armory Drive in Clyde today at 3:00 PM. Residents seeking shelter are welcome to arrive any time after opening. If you have medication, oxygen, or other medical necessities, please […]
President Biden approves emergency declaration for North Carolina
News release from the Federal Emergency Management Agency: FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of North Carolina to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Helene beginning Sept. 24 and continuing. The President’s action authorizes FEMA to coordinate all disaster relief efforts to alleviate the hardship […]
Buncombe County officials warn residents of historic flooding
News release from Buncombe County: Following projections from the National Weather Service, catastrophic and historic flooding is anticipated in Buncombe County along the French Broad and Swannanoa Rivers. Residents, businesses, visitors, and employees in Fletcher and Biltmore Village near the rivers should self-evacuate before anticipated crests overnight Friday and into Saturday morning. Flooding is expected […]
Buncombe County Courthouse to close Friday, Sept. 27
News release from Buncombe County: The Buncombe County Courthouse will be closed for business tomorrow, Friday, September 27, 2024. “If you have a traffic or criminal matter set for hearing tomorrow, your case will be rescheduled. You may find your new courtdate at www.nccourts.gov/court-dates. If you have an attorney, please contact your attorney for more […]
Mission Health announces closures, all hospitals remain open
News release from Mission Health: ALL MISSION HEALTH HOSPITALS ARE OPEN Practice Closures: My Care Now – Biltmore Park Vista Family Medicine Weaverville Family Medicine Asheville Family Medicine Medical Associates of Transylvania – Brevard Mission Weight Management Mission Urology – Asheville Mission Neurology – Outpatient Mission Surgery – Asheville Western Carolina Women’s Specialty Center – […]
Report: Asheville region moving closer to a healthy, balanced market
News release from Canopy Realtors: Asheville region home sales declined in August, falling 2 percent compared to last August, with 935 homes sold. Nineteen home sales marked the difference between last August and August 2024, as buyers lured by the promise of a September rate cut, wait out the market. Closings compared to July 2024 […]
Town of Mills River announces closures due to flooding
News release from the Town of Mills River: In light of the flooding ahead of Hurricane Helene, the Town of Mills River has announced that Mills River Park, Mills River Town Hall, and the Mills River Library will be closed today, September 26, 2024. Additionally, tonight’s scheduled Mills River Town Council meeting at 6:30 PM […]
Hurricane Helene Preparations and Situation Update
News release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County continues to prepare and respond as Hurricane Helene approaches the region with forecasted potentially catastrophic flooding, high winds, and landslides. As of 10 a.m. on Thursday, September 26, 2024, emergency crews are actively responding to community members impacted by flooding caused by pre-hurricane rain. The County’s emergency operations […]
State of Emergency declared in the City of Hendersonville for Tropical Storm Helene
News release from the City of Hendersonville: Mayor Barbara Volk has declared a State of Emergency in the City of Hendersonville effective at 8:00 AM on September 26, 2024. The City of Hendersonville has issued a State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Helene to facilitate access to resources and provide assistance for rescue, shelter or […]
Additional Blue Ridge Parkway closures in North Carolina due to storm impacts
News release from Blue Ridge Parkway: Based on updated forecasts, these additional Blue Ridge Parkway closures are in effect: Milepost 217 – 314 from the NC state line to Linville Falls Milepost 375 – 393 from Ox Creek to NC 191/Brevard Road As a result, the following facilities are also closed: Doughton Park Campground and Picnic Area […]
City of Asheville parks, community centers and facilities close due to weather conditions
News release from the City of Asheville: All City of Asheville Board and Commission meetings are canceled for Thursday and Friday. All Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) parks, community centers, and facilities are closed on Thursday, September 26 and Friday, September 27 due to inclement weather. Previously scheduled activities, events, programs, and rentals are canceled during […]
All Buncombe County parks closed due to significant rainfall and flooding
News release from Buncombe County: Effective immediately, all Buncombe County Parks are closed until further notice due to significant rainfall and flooding. All of Buncombe County is currently under a Local State of Emergency ahead of Hurricane Helene. Based on information from the National Weather Service, County officials expect catastrophic rainfall, high winds, flooding, landslides, […]
Buncombe County Board of Commissioners posts upcoming agenda for Tuesday, Oct. 1
News release from Buncombe County: The meeting materials for the upcoming Board and Commissioner meeting on October 1, 2024 has been posted online and can be found here. This meeting will take place in the Commission Chambers, located in Room 326 at 200 College St.
City of Asheville prepares for Tropical Storm Helene and shares preparedness tips
News release from the City of Asheville: The City of Asheville will experience heavy rainfall and strong winds beginning as a result of Tropical Storm Helene. Staff from across the City are already hard at work preparing Asheville to weather the rain and wind forecasted to come our way. Asheville Fire is proactively preparing for […]