Landslides, Flash Flooding, and Infrastructure Failures in Western North Carolina
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What happened
Heavy rainfall across western North Carolina triggered flash flooding and infrastructure damage, including landslides and road washouts in Rutherford and Buncombe Counties of North Carolina. On May 28, state transportation crews responded to a culvert failure on US 74A near Henderson County, which prompted the closure of the highway. The Buncombe County maintenance yard crews worked to replace the damaged structure, which had been compromised by a void beneath the pavement.
From carolinajournal.com, wbt.com
Why it matters
The infrastructure issues required emergency repairs across the region. Separately, FEMA released $172 million in Hurricane Helene relief funds for 11 Western North Carolina counties. Buncombe County is slated to receive $29.1 million of this funding for 62 property buyouts under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.
From wunc.org
Who's involved
- North CarolinaState of North Carolina affected by severe weather and infrastructure failures.
- Rutherford CountyRutherford County affected by heavy rains and debris removal needs.
- Buncombe CountyBuncombe County, whose operations are impacted by flooding and is receiving FEMA disaster funds.
- Federal Emergency Management AgencyFEMA is providing financial aid through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Buncombe County, North Carolina is undergoing recovery from major hurricane impacts.Sub-event
- NCDOT crews were called to clear drains and culverts in Swannanoa, Buncombe County, following resident reports.Sub-event
Relief funds were announced for county projects in Buncombe County.1 source
- Road closures are underway due to landslides and flooding caused by Hurricane Helene in the Lake Lure corridor, requiring extensive repairs assessed by NCDOT.Sub-event
- Flash flooding due to overwhelming rain is affecting an airport located in western North Carolina, including Asheville.Sub-event
- Following heavy rains and flash flooding, landslides and road washouts are impacting Rutherford and Buncombe Counties of North Carolina.Sub-event
- A culvert collapsed near the county line involving Buncombe and Henderson Counties.Sub-event
Heavy rains caused landslides and road washouts in specific counties of North Carolina.1 source
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The entities involved
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North Carolina
state of the United States of America
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Rutherford County
county in North Carolina, United States
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Buncombe County
county in North Carolina, United States