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911 dispatcher recalls harrowing moments answering calls for help as Helene ripped through WNC
As Buncombe County's 911 dispatch center went down while Helene ripped through, many emergency calls from western North Carolina we re-routed to other counties. The Raleigh-Wake 911 Center was one of the centers that started taking calls."It was just overwhelming, the call volume we received. It was more than we'd ever received here at the center, and we're a pretty large center, so that's saying a lot," Raleigh dispatcher Amanda Willinsky told ABC11.The volume of calls was challenging, but so was the level of severity.You could just tell it was going to be heartbreaking out there."Every single call was high...
Post-Helene updates: Curfew times, resources, donations, wellness check status map
Curfew in effect Henderson County remains in a State of Emergency and a 10 p.m.-7 a.m. curfew is still in effect for the entire county. Emergency teams continue to work calls and rescues across the county. Please limit travel so crews can not only work emergencies but also so Duke Energy crews can work...
Henderson hopes to reopen schools next week, Transylvania too, Polk resumes Wednesday
This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy. Henderson County Public Schools are looking to reopen the week of Oct. 14. Only one school facility is out of commission due to Tropical Storm Helene. Atkinson Elementary in Hendersonville experienced flooding and needs new flooring, and it will take about two months...
Commission approves pay for work during Helene; update on finances for storm recovery
This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy. Henderson County commissioners Monday night offered thanks and praise for personnel who helped with rescue and recovery efforts amid Tropical Storm Helene — and made sure they would be paid for their work. The commission unanimously passed a state of emergency ratification,...
Bridge over Green River at Lake Adger Dam now open
Repairs in place after NCDOT works around the clock on construction MILL SPRING—On September 27, damage from flooding closed the bridge over the Green River at Lake Adger Dam, temporarily cutting off a major traffic route. Workers with the North Carolina Department of Transportation have worked around the clock to get the bridge reopened. […] The post Bridge over Green River at Lake Adger Dam now open appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
11 days later, some western NC residents still waiting for help after Helene
By calling 211 or visiting nc211.org, families and individuals can obtain free and confidential information on health and human services and resources in their community. People trying to connect with family members can call NC 211 or 1-888-892-1162 if calling from out-of-state. People can also call those numbers to report missing loved ones.
Raleigh woman leads Helene cleanup efforts in hometown of Edneyville
Edneyville community helping each other after Helene devastation. Raleigh resident Carrie Wooldridge got in her car and drove to her hometown of Edneyville after Hurricane Helene ravaged the area. “We’re going to go check on a couple people on Slick Rock,” Wooldridge said. “They asked for ice.
Annual Saluda Historic Depot Golf Tournament canceled
MILL SPRING—The ninth annual Saluda Depot Golf Tournament scheduled for October 14 at Bright’s Creek in Mill Spring has been canceled. Due to severe storm damage, the tournament venue is closed for repairs. The Historic Depot Board Members are developing a plan to contact sponsors and players to determine how to go forward. All parties […] The post Annual Saluda Historic Depot Golf Tournament canceled appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
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