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wncsnow

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  1. I got my check in days as did almost everyone I know. Sorry you had that issue
  2. FEMA assistance has been pretty easy here. It's certainly not a perfect system though. My uncle in a remote part of Yancey got a free generator from FEMA. People looking for issues will find them if they dig deep enough. Unfortunately this has turned into a political situation and some are really enjoying that. Its a shame that party affiliation means more than suffering lives.
  3. I worked with DHS, CAP and others today assisting with water truck fill ups in Asheville. Have to give World Central Kitchen a shout out for all the free meals they are serving the folks in Asheville.
  4. First 30s of the season-39 no frost yet.
  5. I stand by this. Helene had a similar or higher surge in places 50-200 miles away from where it made landfall. Milton was a prolific tornado producer and had some 100 mph gusts in an urban area but Helene was a larger, more powerful storm at landfall.
  6. Was 46 last night. Frost looks possible next week even for us foothills folks. Hope everyone is recovering from Helene.
  7. Center looks to come right into the bay
  8. Tampa is going to get whats left of the eyewall that seems almost assured.
  9. Euro shows reather pronounced weakening this run right before landfall. Almost 20 mb weaker in 12 hours leading up to landfall.
  10. Some people still think Helene was a Category 2 at landfall.
  11. We are going to be above average ACE for sure. Could get to 20 named storms after all too.
  12. You mean this guy who's been charged with fraud? https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Lee_Riches
  13. That's just for food losses. You can get more depending on how badly your property was affected. They break down damages into different criteria including flood damage.
  14. Almost every stream I have encountered is flowing differently and in new areas.
  15. We are good. The river missed us by about 15-20 feet. We lost all of our lawn equipment and a shed but I feel so blessed compared to others.
  16. In my opinion, the hundreds dead and thousands of people suffering from this storm don't give a f@&k
  17. The devastation along the Catawba and it's tributaries is astonishing. We returned home today but it's almost like a new place. The river destroyed much of the vegetation along the banks and left silt and mud everywhere.
  18. Well said. Glad you are doing well. Still no power at the house.
  19. 30 now confirmed dead in Buncombe alone.
  20. 10 people confirmed dead in Buncombe County alone and 1,000 missing. I have heard some sad stories in other counties too. We absolutely cannot take another heavy rain event from a tropical system.
  21. **UPDATE FROM MCDOWELL COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT** McDowell County Faces Unprecedented Disaster: Ongoing Rescues, Infrastructure Damage, and Limited Resources While the storm has passed, McDowell County remains in a state of active disaster. Rescue missions are ongoing, and we are still facing multiple entrapments, missing persons, and critical emergencies. Although the weather may seem favorable today, please understand that this situation is far from over, and conditions remain dangerous and unpredictable. McDowell 911 Communications is receiving hundreds of emergency calls every hour. Many of these involve patients who are entrapped with severe trauma, running out of oxygen or essential medical supplies. In many areas, responders are unable to reach those in need due to massive landslides, downed trees, power lines, and severely flooded roads. Critical Challenges Facing Our Emergency Response: Roadway Blockages: Numerous roads remain impassable due to landslides, trees, and flooding. Fuel Supply Shortages: Fueling operations for emergency vehicles are strained by widespread power outages and unreliable fuel supply. Communication Infrastructure: Our public safety communication systems are damaged. Radio and phone service are almost non-existent, further complicating rescue operations and efforts to locate missing and entrapped individuals. Delivery of Essential Commodities: Despite our best efforts, the delivery of food, water, and medical supplies are being hindered due to the destruction of roadway infrastructure throughout McDowell County and the surrounding regions. Water Supply Crisis in Old Fort: The Town of Old Fort’s water system has been severely affected by the flash flooding in Old Fort. There is limited to no water service in Old Fort. Water Supply Crisis in Marion: Due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene, the City of Marion's water supply is critically threatened. The city's water intakes are either without power or unable to produce water. The City of Marion is working with Duke Energy to restore power to the Buck Creek water intake, but there is no immediate timeline for restoration. Without power, the city’s water supply is expected to run out by 12:00 PM tomorrow, Sunday, September 29. Current Operational Missions: Air Rescues: Over 20 air rescues have been conducted since the early morning hours of September 28. These missions have successfully extracted patients from isolated areas that remain inaccessible by ground. Commodities Distribution: Essential supplies ordered through the McDowell County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) are being distributed to designated drop points throughout the county by the U.S. National Guard. Search and Rescue Efforts: We continue to prioritize locating and accessing missing and stranded citizens across McDowell County. Rescue teams are working tirelessly in hazardous conditions to bring those in need to safety. How You Can Help: Stay at home. Do not travel or attempt to navigate roads. Do not call 911 unless you are experiencing a true emergency. Shelters are filling rapidly. The current shelter status is as follows: Glenwood Baptist Shelter 155 Glenwood Baptist Church Rd Marion.– FULL Old Fort Baptist Shelter – CLOSED McDowell County Senior Center 155 Spaulding Rd. Marion – OPEN If you need transportation to a shelter, please call (828) 652-3241 for assistance if you have service. This is a dire and unprecedented situation for McDowell County. We urge all residents to heed this warning and stay home for your safety and to allow first responders to focus on life-saving efforts. Please reserve 911 calls for true emergencies. We are committed to doing everything within our power to restore services, rescue those in need, and provide resources to the community. Your cooperation and patience during this crisis are crucial to our recovery efforts. For ongoing updates, please monitor local news and official McDowell Emergency Services communications. We truly understand that this release will not reach the majority of our citizens due to the massive infrastructure damage that has occurred. Stay safe, stay informed, and help us protect McDowell County.
  22. I am so grateful and blessed that my house was spared from the worst. Our property did flood and we lost some farm equipment but I am so grateful to God and praying for those who are suffering. The national guard is here now and more help is on the way.
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