Dangerous storm bears down on WNC

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Tuesday, 24/09/2024

A growing tropical storm that’s expected to become a major hurricane is tracking through the Gulf of Mexico and appears to be headed right for Western North Carolina. Local officials aren’t taking any chances.

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New river gauge installation begins in Haywood County

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Wednesday, 07/08/2024

The first of eight planned new river gauges will be installed in Haywood County this week. When complete the project will greatly enhance Haywood County Emergency Services’ ability to monitor upstream river levels. 

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