Asheville, NC faces a two-week water crisis after Hurricane Helene, causing school and restaurant closures; volunteers and agencies help with gray water distribution.

Asheville, North Carolina, is grappling with a water crisis following Hurricane Helene, leaving some areas without running water for over two weeks. Schools and restaurants remain closed due to public health concerns. Volunteers and nonprofit groups, including BeLoved Asheville and Flush AVL, are distributing gray water for flushing toilets and providing emergency support. The city and county also set up distribution sites, crucial for community recovery until normal water supply is restored.

October 13, 2024
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