Helene Recovery & Info
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Was at a high school football game in Burlington tonight. Some rain during the game, but nothing to really complain about. I hope everyone who lives in the NC mountains, or has family/friends there, will come thru this okay. Please remember, buildings can be replaced, people can’t. I’m praying for all of you. Good luck!
1moretimeagain
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This storm is motoring. Moving so much faster than most hurricanes.
evrheel
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My home was destroyed in Fran
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I am sincerly sorry
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Welp, just lost contact with our cabin in Seven Devils — everything looked fine about 5 minutes ago on security camera, then internet and/or power went out.
Looks like the Blue Ridge is getting hammered from now until 11:30 or noon. The radar also looks like the CLT area is about to get walloped by the remnants of the eastern arm of the storm.
Looks like the Blue Ridge is getting hammered from now until 11:30 or noon. The radar also looks like the CLT area is about to get walloped by the remnants of the eastern arm of the storm.
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Wow, very sorry to hear that.
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Mandatory Evacuation Order North Fork Reservoir to Biltmore Village Following Swannanoa River
In response to the escalating threat posed by Hurricane Helene, Buncombe County officials have issued a mandatory evacuation order for residents along the Swannanoa River immediately beginning at the North Fork Reservoir, where waters have gone over the spillway.
Evacuation Details:
All residents in the following areas are required to evacuate:
• Individuals between North Fork Road to Old 70, following the Swannanoa River all the way to Biltmore Village should evacuate.
Attached maps from the City of Asheville show area of evacuation to include:
o North Fork Road south to Highway 70
o Highway 70 west to Old Farm School Road
o Old Farm School to Azalea Road
o Azalea Road to Swannanoa River Road
o Swannanoa River Road to Biltmore Village
Evacuation Shelters:
For those unable to evacuate to a safe location, an emergency shelter has been established at the WNC Agriculture Center located at WNC Agricultural Center: 1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher NC.
Please bring essential items such as medications, important documents, and personal necessities. Pets are allowed at shelters and can be housed; however, space is limited.
Transportation Assistance:
If you are unable to evacuate safely, please call 911 for assistance with transportation.
Evacuation Precautions:
• Avoid flooded roads and areas prone to landslides during your evacuation.
• Immediately gather important documents and items needed to make yourself and your family comfortable at a shelter or other safe space.
• Stay informed by tuning into local news, radio stations, and official social media channels for updates.
For up-to-date information on the evacuation, road closures, and shelter availability, please visit www.buncombeready.org.
“Do not delay - take action to protect your loved ones. We understand that evacuation can be challenging, but the safety of our residents is our top priority. We urge everyone in the affected areas to take this order seriously and evacuate as soon as possible. If you can’t, emergency personnel will help you.” said Avril Pinder, Buncombe County Manager.
Next Steps:
Officials will continue to monitor the situation and provide regular updates. We ask all residents to remain calm, cooperate with authorities, and follow evacuation protocols. A media briefing is scheduled for 10 a.m.
Visit www.buncombeready.org for more updates and information.”
Sent out at 5:44 am approx.
I’ve lost power in Fairview.
Mandatory Evacuation Order North Fork Reservoir to Biltmore Village Following Swannanoa River
In response to the escalating threat posed by Hurricane Helene, Buncombe County officials have issued a mandatory evacuation order for residents along the Swannanoa River immediately beginning at the North Fork Reservoir, where waters have gone over the spillway.
Evacuation Details:
All residents in the following areas are required to evacuate:
• Individuals between North Fork Road to Old 70, following the Swannanoa River all the way to Biltmore Village should evacuate.
Attached maps from the City of Asheville show area of evacuation to include:
o North Fork Road south to Highway 70
o Highway 70 west to Old Farm School Road
o Old Farm School to Azalea Road
o Azalea Road to Swannanoa River Road
o Swannanoa River Road to Biltmore Village
Evacuation Shelters:
For those unable to evacuate to a safe location, an emergency shelter has been established at the WNC Agriculture Center located at WNC Agricultural Center: 1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher NC.
Please bring essential items such as medications, important documents, and personal necessities. Pets are allowed at shelters and can be housed; however, space is limited.
Transportation Assistance:
If you are unable to evacuate safely, please call 911 for assistance with transportation.
Evacuation Precautions:
• Avoid flooded roads and areas prone to landslides during your evacuation.
• Immediately gather important documents and items needed to make yourself and your family comfortable at a shelter or other safe space.
• Stay informed by tuning into local news, radio stations, and official social media channels for updates.
For up-to-date information on the evacuation, road closures, and shelter availability, please visit www.buncombeready.org.
“Do not delay - take action to protect your loved ones. We understand that evacuation can be challenging, but the safety of our residents is our top priority. We urge everyone in the affected areas to take this order seriously and evacuate as soon as possible. If you can’t, emergency personnel will help you.” said Avril Pinder, Buncombe County Manager.
Next Steps:
Officials will continue to monitor the situation and provide regular updates. We ask all residents to remain calm, cooperate with authorities, and follow evacuation protocols. A media briefing is scheduled for 10 a.m.
Visit www.buncombeready.org for more updates and information.”
Sent out at 5:44 am approx.
I’ve lost power in Fairview.
aGDevil2k
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Where is here?
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Sorry, Denver, Lake Norman area north of Charlotte.
circlesky88
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Interesting that the center of circulation is about 90 miles east of where they thought it would be at this time.
aGDevil2k
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Looks more like 30 miles. It's just north of Dublin, about 30 miles east of Macon
circlesky88
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One of the local weather people said 90. It was supposed to go right over Atlanta
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At UNCA - 8 am
“Hurricane Helene has reached Western North Carolina and begun to impact campus. We anticipate a significant weather impact this morning.
Campus Updates
Our campus Emergency Operations Center has been open and actively monitoring the storm and campus impacts throughout the night.
The campus is currently without power and internet. Impacts on cellular networks have caused data instability. This means cellular and text services are failing.
At this time, water and other utilities are still intact. We will continue to monitor and update the campus community as needed.”
“Hurricane Helene has reached Western North Carolina and begun to impact campus. We anticipate a significant weather impact this morning.
Campus Updates
Our campus Emergency Operations Center has been open and actively monitoring the storm and campus impacts throughout the night.
The campus is currently without power and internet. Impacts on cellular networks have caused data instability. This means cellular and text services are failing.
At this time, water and other utilities are still intact. We will continue to monitor and update the campus community as needed.”