Home Exhaust Vents Safety
Please make sure all exhaust vents from your residence are clear of snow and ice debris, if these outlets become blocked or restricted the Carbon…
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NC Emergency Management
12-2-2024 NCEM Hazardous Weather Update (December 2, 2024): A strong cold front will bring snow showers to portions of western NC later today and into…
Asheville – cold weather in the coming days
Asheville City Government 11-27-2024 The projected forecast calls for cold weather in the coming days Protect your home and family by taking steps to guard…
How to use a space heater
Buncombe County Government 11-25-2024 When did it get so cold out? If you’re using a space heater to stay warm, do so safely. Place it…
ACTION ALERT: WNC needs an immediate eviction/foreclosure moratorium for 90 days and adequate rental assistance from the state of North Carolina
11-20-2024 Background: Hurricane Helene was the most catastrophic hurricane in NC history, leaving a wake of destruction in Western North Carolina. Many businesses were destroyed,…
West Coast – High Winds
U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) 11-20-2024 For those of you on the west coast: During high winds, trees can become dangerous objects. Stay safe by…
The next 72 hours
A 72-hour preparedness backpack is essential for surviving the first three days after a natural disaster, like an earthquake, hurricane, flood, or wildfire. Here’s a…