Press release from Henderson County:
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Henderson County has been overwhelmed by the generosity of our community and beyond. We are grateful for the outpouring of support in the form of physical donations, (water, food, supplies) However, due to the current needs of our relief efforts, we are no longer in need of physical donations.We continue to encourage financial contributions. The Community Foundation of Henderson County has set up a special page for donations. Visit their site at CF Henderson County | Hurricane Helene Relief & Recovery (cfhcforever.org)“There are 1,150 structures in Henderson County in the 500-year flood plain and numerous homes and families that need help,” said Henderson County Manager John Mitchell. “Any monetary donations to either the County, or our partnering non-profits can now go to directly help those directly affected in these storm damaged areas.”SHIFT TO RECOVERY MODEOur Emergency Management Team has also shifted their operation from a Response to Recovery and Damage Assessment Mode. We will continue to support efforts in the priority response area in Bat Cave and Gerton as well as Deep Gap Road area and flood prone areas in Etowah – Horse Shoe.
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