Updated: See photos, videos of flooding in Asheville, western North Carolina after Helene
The National Weather Service said Helene had cleared most of the Western North Carolina area by 11:21 a.m. Friday, but significant impacts including serious flooding were expected to continue into the weekend. Numerous areas and cities along the French Broad River are experiencing flooding and the river continues to rise.
North Carolina dam releases floodwater after Hurricane Helene
Duke Energy opened floodgates on the Cowans Ford Dam in North Carolina Friday. They're trying to ease pressure on lakes in the area following heavy rain from what had been Hurricane Helene.
Helene causes Tennessee dam collapse, severe flood risk remains
At least 44 people died in five states from storm-related causes following Helene’s landfall on Thursday night.
Helene flooding is 'catastrophic natural disaster' in Western NC
Helene, now a weakened post-tropical cyclone, left chaos and destruction across the Southeast. A damage estimate said the storm will cost billions.
Tropical Storm Helene is catastrophic for western NC mountains
Life won't soon be the same for communities in North Carolina's mountains after Tropical Storm Helene. Heartbreak in the hills: The French Broad and Swannanoa rivers swept through Asheville's well-known Biltmore Village and River Arts District.
Helene aftermath: At least 56 dead, severe flood risk remains
The worst of Helene’s storm is behind, but the aftermath troubles much of the southeastern U.S. with at least 56 people dead and millions without power days after the former hurricane’s landfall. Now considered a post-tropical cyclone,
Helene weakens to Category 1 hurricane while moving north from Florida to Georgia
Helene prompted hurricane and flash flood warnings extending far beyond the coast up into northern Georgia and western North Carolina.
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River levels in WNC: Flooding recorded at French Broad, Swannanoa; rivers still rising
Do not drive unless you are moving to higher ground. Here's what we know about flooding at the French Broad and Swannanoa ...
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Flood Warning Issued for Knox and Sevier Counties as Douglas Dam Releases Water, NWS Urges Caution
The NWS issued a flood warning for Knox and Sevier counties in East Tennessee due to Douglas Dam floodgate release.
Knox County EMA issues urgent notice for anticipated flooding along French Broad River
On Saturday, the Knox County Emergency Management Agency issued an urgent notice to residents in communities along the French ...
No time for shoes as Asheville family flees by boat, fearing they lost everything
The Gray family of Asheville fears they've lost everything to Tropical Storm Helene, which flooded their East Asheville home.
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Flood Warning Issued for Knox and Sevier Counties, NWS Advises Caution Near French Broad River
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for Knox and Sevier counties in East Tennessee until 10 AM EDT.
NWS: Flood warning for areas along French Broad River
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for areas along the French Broad River. This includes parts of Knox ...
LIVE UPDATES: Amid rescue efforts, 10 people still missing in Unicoi County
With the help of countless resources from across county and state lines, first responders in Unicoi County have been able to find a majority of the 33 people who were unaccounted for the afternoon of ...
Tropical Storm Helene rains swell French Broad River, inundate River Arts District
Tropical Strom Helene dumped record rain on Western North Carolina, causing the French Broad River to flood Asheville's River Arts District ...
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French Broad River
You don't need to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway to find adventures in Asheville. In fact, the French Broad River, which runs right through town, is filled to the brim with fun and exciting ...
Self-evacuate: Fletcher, Biltmore Village residents urged to leave river areas ahead of Helene
Historic flooding is expected along the French Broad River and Swannanoa River in Buncombe County, putting Fletcher and ...
I-26 Connector French Broad drilling platforms to be installed later this month
The N.C. Department of Transportation will install drilling platforms in the French Broad River as part of the design phase ...