100,000+ Asheville, NC residents under indefinite boil water notice after Hurricane Helene due to sediment and unclear water quality.

Following Hurricane Helene, over 100,000 residents in Asheville, North Carolina, are under an indefinite boil water notice due to sediment and unclear water quality. Experts predict that such advisories will become more frequent due to aging infrastructure and climate change. The CDC recommends boiling water before consumption and using bottled water for drinking and cooking. Vulnerable groups should take extra precautions, including sponge baths for infants.

October 31, 2024
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