YANCEY COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) – The Yancey County Sheriff’s Office issued a reminder to residents about the severity of illegal dumping on Wednesday.
The sheriff’s office said that in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, there have been increased reports of unauthorized dumping along rural roadsides, wooded areas and private properties.
Sheriff Shane Hilliard emphasized that the proper disposal of debris and waste is essential to maintaining public safety and protecting the environment…