Asheville – Buncombe County officials provided updates on community care stations, recovery events, and debris removal deadlines in response to the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The Buncombe County Fire Marshall urged residents to exercise caution due to high fire danger conditions, recommending the postponement of any burning activities until conditions improved.
Community Care Stations Adjust Services
Since October, the county’s Community Care Stations have provided essential services to survivors, including drinking water, hot meals, Wi-Fi, showers, laundry, and mental health support. As needs evolved, officials announced adjustments: starting February 28, all stations would transition to self-service laundry. The Bethel United Methodist station in Riceville was set to close on March 5 due to low usage, directing residents to the Owen Pool station, about 15 minutes away. Additionally, showers at Reynolds Community Care Station and Morgan Hill Baptist Church would end on March 5, though laundry facilities would remain available…