Press release from City of Asheville: Water + Food Distribution Food in the form of Meals Ready to Eat (MRE) and bottled water are available at two distribution sites beginning today, Oct. 2. Two MRE packages per adult, and one per child will be allowed per day. Cases of bottled water are available, one case […]
Press release from Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort: Community Resources: Beginning Thursday, October 3, a supply distribution and donation drop off point will be open from 10am-6pm daily for free supplies available to anyone who needs them, for humans, pets and livestock. This distribution center will operate as a drive-through, staffed with volunteers and […]
Press release from Henderson County: Henderson County remains in a State of Emergency and the 8pm to 8am curfew is still in effect for the entire County. Our emergency teams continue to work calls and rescues across the county. Please limit travel so crews can not only work emergencies but also Duke Energy crews can […]
From Henderson County: Henderson County has launched a Wellness Check Status Map for missing contacts. This map shows individuals whose location and safety are unknown in red. Blue dots show contacts that have been made. View Map: https://hendersoncounty.maps.arcgis.com/…/76a0a66ff2ff4… Please check the map to see if you are listed or if you know the whereabouts of […]
A general shelter is now open at the former Gold’s Gym at 1815 Hendersonville Road in Asheville. This location has a playroom for children, so it may be more suitable for families. Please note that no pets are allowed at this location.
Press release from Veterinary Emergency Group Asheville: Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) Asheville has reopened its doors to treat pets in need following its closure due to Hurricane Helene. The emergency veterinary hospital will be fully staffed and prepared to assist with all pet emergencies, providing care when needed most in the community. Dr. Katie Havill, Medical […]
Press release from The Leon Levine Foundation: Dear Partners of TLLF: Today we face a dire time of need as our neighbors in the path of Hurricane Helene are struggling for the most basic necessities of life: water, food and shelter. Although these services exist, thousands of Carolinians cannot access them and we need to […]
Press release from Asheville Regional Airport: Beginning at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) will permit only General Aviation Aircraft with prior FEMA clearance to land at the airport to ensure the safety of aircraft and personnel. The remarkable generosity of general aviation pilots arriving at the airport to deliver […]
Press release from Henderson County: Henderson County will provide curbside storm debris removal to county residents as a free service. The county will pick up storm debris for free that is pushed to the right of way of a property. Please be patient. The county will pick up this storm debris for free as soon as […]
Low-income survivors with disaster-related legal questions may call the disaster legal assistance hotline at 866-219-5262.
Press release from HCA Healthcare: HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced that it will contribute $1 million through community organizations to aid in Hurricane Helene relief efforts in North Carolina. On Thursday, September 26, Hurricane Helene made landfall as a powerful category 4 hurricane, leaving more than four […]
Press release N.C. Craft Brewers Guild: Raleigh, NC – When hardship hits the craft beer industry, the tight-knit community of breweries is known for rallying in support. And, when the devastation strikes Western North Carolina (WNC), an area long known as foundational for NC craft beer, the support is overwhelming. Within the first 48 hours […]
Buncombe County Hurricane Helene: Urgent careavailable, water safety & schools updates for Wednesday, Oct. 2.
Press release from FEMA: WASHINGTON — As search and rescue, power restoration and communications capability remain top priorities throughout the Southeast, FEMA has already helped thousands of Hurricane Helene survivors jumpstart their recoveries with more than $10 million in flexible, upfront funding. More than 4,800 personnel from across the federal workforce are deployed and more than 1,000 […]
This story will be updated with the latest information on efforts to restore cellular and internet service in Western North Carolina in the wake of Tropical Storm Helene: Wednesday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m.: Most of the fiber network in Haywood County has been restored, according to a press release from the county. Skyrunner is now […]
Press release from Cooperate WNC: As the flood waters begin to recede, as communication starts to flow again, and we begin to hear stories between western NC communities about the devastation, my heart is split wide open by the loss, and by the spirit of care and cooperation that I see written in the words and actions […]
Press release from N.C. Licensing Board for General Contractors: RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 2, 2024 – Hurricane Helene, which has caused significant damage across western North Carolina to homes, businesses, and infrastructure, has left many in need of urgent repairs and assistance. The North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors (NCLBGC) advises citizens to be vigilant and […]
Press release from UNC Health Pardee: We continue to extend our gratitude to UNC Health and our local and state emergency management partners for their invaluable assistance during this difficult time. As a reminder, the hospital and emergency department are open 24/7 for emergent medical care. We are glad to share that more of our […]
City of Asheville Helene recovery update for Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 9 a.m.
Press release from YMCA of Western North Carolina: Our Reuter Family YMCA will be open to the public for showers and charging from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Our Corpening Memorial YMCA in Marion is open as an emergency shelter 24/7 and open to the public for showers from 2-6 p.m. every other day. We can […]
Press release from HCA Healthcare: HCA Healthcare’s Mission Health hospitals have remained open and caring for patients since the storm thanks to the tremendous efforts of our colleagues and physicians. This is a difficult time and we are doing all we can to bring help and relief to those in need. Our staff, all of whom […]
