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.
Hundreds evacuated as dams at risk in North Carolina following Storm Helene flooding
Panicked local officials initially said the Waterville Dam and the Lake Lure Dam had burst, but both were reportedly still holding as of Friday afternoon
Helene's life-threatening floods inundate Boone, North Carolina
FOX Weather continues to follow the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, as over 200 reports of flooding have poured in from across the Southeast. Boone, North Carolina, is currently under a Flash Flood Warning,
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.
Flooding, evacuations after Helene plows Western NC; officials say stay off roads
Hurricane Helene plowed through the N.C. mountains Friday, shutting the region down and leaving thousands without power, with some counties urging evacuations. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood emergency for Rutherford County,
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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 ...
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 ...
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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.
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 ...
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 ...
Asheville, NC flooding live updates: 'Biblical devastation' as Biden declares major disaster
Supplies are being brought into the region by air following devastation from Tropical Storm Helene across Western North ...
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 ...
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TVA encourages safety along shorelines of French Broad
Water levels along the Douglas Dam reservoir are expected to remain elevated after the Nolichucky River crested further upstream. TVA reported this morning the Nolichucky Dam remains ...
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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 ...
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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LIVE UPDATES: As East Tennessee struggles to recover, flood risks and travel issues remain
A confluence of weather patterns over the eastern U.S. set up the historic flooding that forced people from their homes in the dead of night Friday along the Nolichucky River in Tennessee, as ...