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flag A 26-mile Blue Ridge Parkway section reopens in NC after Hurricane Helene damage, first phase of 2026 full restoration.

flag A 26-mile section of the Blue Ridge Parkway in western North Carolina has reopened, marking a key recovery milestone after Hurricane Helene caused over 50 landslides and extensive damage in September 2024. flag The stretch from Asheville to Mount Mitchell State Park is the first phase of a three-part restoration plan by the National Park Service, with full reopening targeted by fall 2026. flag The reopening comes ahead of the busy fall tourism season, vital for local economies, though many businesses continue to struggle with revenue losses and ongoing roadwork. flag Volunteers are supporting recovery efforts through clean-up and trail restoration, while officials urge visitors to check current conditions before traveling.

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