Rutherford Co. addresses false reports of ‘bodies everywhere’, ‘government seizures’
Emergency management is urging everyone to rely on verified information from official sources as we work through this challenging time.
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Rutherford County emergency management dispels online rumors about fate of Chimney Rock
No, Chimney Rock is not being seized, Rutherford County Emergency Management confirmed. Officials took to social media on ...
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UPDATE: Three reported dead in Lake Lure, Chimney Rock area; FEMA sees Rutherford County as a priority
The ringing of phones, radio squawks and typing fill the room of the emergency operations center (EOC) for Rutherford County ...
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Two reported dead in Lake Lure, Chimney Rock area; FEMA sees Rutherford County as a priority
The ringing of phones, radio squawks and typing fill the room of the emergency operations center (EOC) for Rutherford County ...
Lake Lure Dam 'remains stable' after flooding from Helene
"There are no ongoing concerns associated with dam failure," town engineers said. Concerns over a possible forced downstream ...
Lake Lure, the NC town decimated by Helene, is an iconic filming site
Lake Lure is also a popular filming location for big-budget films. Dirty Dancing (1987), The Last of the Mohicans (1992), and Firestarter (1984) are some of the movies filmed in Lake Lure or nearby ...
What is happening in Western NC? From Boone to Waynesville here's town by town look after Helene
Communities in Western North Carolina are still dealing with the aftermath of Helene. Here's the latest from different towns ...
As dams hold back water from Helene, how many in NC are at risk of failing?
When Tropical Storm Helene brought massive rainfall to western North Carolina, it highlighted just how dangerous dam failures ...
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‘It was a nightmare.’ Helene brought historic damage to North Carolina
LAKE LURE, N.C. - Residents of the picturesque Rumbling Bald area, nestled along Lake Lure, faced harrowing challenges after Hurricane Helene, which brought down trees, blocked roads, and left many ...
Emergency responders and firefighters continue rescue efforts in Lake Lure
Lake Lure has received additional help from the U.S. Coast Guard. Cell service and internet access in the town have improved.
What is happening in Western NC? Here's town by town look at the latest in areas hit by Helene
Communities in Western North Carolina are still dealing with the aftermath of Helene. Here's the latest from different towns ...