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NWS: Increased risk of landslides in Avery due to more rain
In coordination with the North Carolina Geological Survey, the National Weather Service has determined that a risk of additional landslide activity exists across the mountains of North Carolina this afternoon and evening. Many unstable slopes remain in areas of steep terrain because of the heavy rain that fell late last week from Helene. Scattered light to moderate rain showers will move across the mountains over the next several hours. While the rain is not expected to cause new flooding, it is possible the rain could be enough to cause a few more slopes to fail, resulting in new landslides. If you live in an area of steep terrain, avoid landslide-prone areas and slopes that are unstable. Be especially alert if you live near a stream, particularly at the base of a mountain or in a cove. Watch for loose-moving soil and rocks or a sudden increase in streamflow. Leave the area quickly if this is observed. When driving along roads where terrain is steep or rocky watch and listen for falling rocks, mud, trees, and other debris.
VADOC sends thousands of meals to families in Southwest Virignia recovering from Helene
RICHMOND, Va. (DC News Now) — After remnants of Hurricane Helene surged through Southwest Virginia, bringing heavy rain and tornadoes, several communities are now working to pick up the pieces. In response, team members, inmates and probationers from the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) are taking action to assist Virginians in need. In an announcement […]
‘Timeline is still a question mark’: TDOT continues assessment on East Tennessee highways and roads
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has started assessing and working toward repairing roads, bridges, and highways impacted by Hurricane Helene, including Interstate 40.
App State closed after Helene, but dining hall, dorms open; campus has Wi-Fi
Appalachian State University will remain closed through Friday, Oct. 4, at least, as the town of Boone recovers from Helene. Interim Chancellor Heather Norris shared an update Tuesday afternoon days after flooding left cars underwater and damaged buildings on campus and across town. "Throughout our entire area, there is widespread...
Shelters and distribution sites available post-Helene
AVERY COUNTY — After a massive disaster, support has began flooding into Avery County and surrounding areas. Although citizens have witnessed devastating losses, there is a glimmer of hope for those in need. With a number of residents losing their homes and experiencing damaged property, with even more without power for long lengths of time, there are resources that are increasingly being brought into the area to help. Local and outside agencies have banded together to help the affected areas around Avery County. There are...
Food City & Eastman host campaign to aid area flood victims
ABINGDON, Va. – In the wake of the devastation caused by the recent flooding across Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, Food City is teaming up with the Eastman Foundation, the United Ways of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, WCYB-TV, News Channel 11, ABC Tri-Cities, Fox Tri-Cities and Bristol Broadcasting Co., which includes WXBQ, WAEZ, WEXX, […] The post Food City & Eastman host campaign to aid area flood victims appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
East Surry schedules tentative makeup date for football game at West Wilkes
East Surry and West Wilkes will face each other in a makeup football game on Oct. 15…at least for the time being. The Cardinals were originally scheduled to travel to Millers Creek to take on the Blackhawks on Sept. 27. The game was pushed back to Sept. 30 due to the impact of Hurricane Helene, but was postponed once again as both communities continued to deal with complications caused by the storm. ...
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