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FEMA Extends Application Deadline for North Carolinians Affected by Helene
Helene survivors in North Carolina now have until March 8, 2025, to apply for assistance with FEMA.

Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) program is extended through February + New Hours
For assistance and to learn more, visit the PPDR application center at the Black Mountain Library from 8am-5pm Wednesdays-Saturdays. Tetra Tech representatives are there to help.

Get Help Restoring Your Favorite Stream
RiverLink is helping equip property owners with the resources and knowledge to repair and steward their eroded streams.

Buncombe County hosts Helene Recovery event series
Drop-in sessions are designed to provide personalized support and foster meaningful conversations about recovery pathways and community resources available to Helene survivors.

Home Heating Assistance Available for Helene-Impacted Residents
Applications are now open for the Disaster Energy Assistance program, which provides funds to help with a variety of home heating costs including electricity bills and insulation replacement costs.


Black Mountain residents asked to complete property damage survey
Buncombe County is seeking assistance from the public to comprehensively document damage resulting from Helene.

FREE Private Property Debris Removal & Demolition Program begins in Black Mountain
To see if you qualify for the program, visit one of the PPDR application centers across Buncombe County, including the one at the Black Mountain Library.

Debris removal guide for Black Mountain
AshBritt, a contractor for the Army Corps of Engineers, is leading the Town’s debris removal effort. The first phase is limited to removing debris from the right-of-ways (curbside). Here’s how.

In advance of Jan. 7 deadline, FEMA specialists offer in-person advice on rebuilding
Homeowners and renters are encouraged to apply for FEMA assistance in addition to attending these events. The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is Jan. 7, 2025.

New temporary trash pick-up solution announced for scout truck route
If you’ve been utilizing the Terry Estate Drive dumpsters, please bring your bagged trash to the nearest main road on the morning of your pick-up.
Learn about free crisis counseling and mental health resources available to Helene survivors
Disasters take an immense emotional toll on individuals and families. Helene survivors in North Carolina have access to free resources that can help.

Boil Water Notice has been LIFTED for Town of Black Mountain Customers
The Town of Black Mountain is officially lifting the Boil Water Notice first issued in the wake of the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene. The lifting of the Boil Water Notice is for all water customers.