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Western NC Prepares for Flooding from Hurricane Helene

2/11/2025

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Western North Carolina braces for heavy rainfall, sparking worries about infrastructure safety. NCDOT Secretary Joey Hopkins warns that Hurricane Helene could cause flooding in previously unaffected areas. He stresses the importance of closely monitoring temporary bridges and roads, as the combination of rain and freezing temperatures may complicate access to critical locations.

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Western North Carolina braces for heavy rainfall, sparking worries about infrastructure safety. NCDOT Secretary Joey Hopkins warns that Hurricane Helene could cause flooding in previously unaffected areas. He stresses the importance of closely monitoring temporary bridges and roads, as the combination of rain and freezing temperatures may complicate access to critical locations.