Local contractor reports up to 15 new Bat Cave area mudslides, landslides after rain

BAT CAVE, N.C. (WLOS) — Local excavator and WNC Hero Jake Jarvis has not stopped working in Bat Cave since rounds of rain overnight caused additional mud and landslides.

“People are heartbroken. They’re stressed,” said Jarvis, who has worked on homes, ensuring their foundations remain secure after more erosion.

Jarvis had two crews working at seven locations on Tuesday. He estimated up to 15 area slides, largely in areas that experienced landslides from Hurricane Helene…

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