Wildfire Response

See the Transylvania County website for the latest updates and maps of the evacuation zone.

IF YOU ARE UNDER A WILDFIRE WARNING, GET TO SAFETY RIGHT AWAY:

• Leave immediately if authorities tell you to do so.
• If trapped, call 911 and give your location, but be aware that emergency response could be delayed or impossible. Turn on lights to help people find you.
• Listen to emergency alerts for information and instructions.
• Use N95 masks to keep particles out of the air you breathe.

EVERYONE ELSE SHOULD TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:

• Sign up for your community’s warning system. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio also provide emergency alerts.
• Know your community’s evacuation routes and find several ways to leave the area. Drive the evacuation routes and find shelter locations.
• Have a plan for pets and livestock.
• Gather emergency supplies, including N95 respirator masks that filter out particles in the air you breathe. Keep in mind each person’s specific needs, including medication. Don’t forget the needs of pets.
• Keep important documents in a fireproof safe. Create password-protected digital copies.
• Use fire-resistant materials to build, renovate, or make repairs.
• Find an outdoor water source with a hose that can reach any area of your property.
• Create a fire-resistant zone that is free of leaves, debris, or flammable materials for at least 30 feet from your home.
• Review insurance coverage to make sure it is enough to replace your property.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE WILDFIRE RESPONSE TIPS

Ongoing Community Health Assessment Process

Based on community feedback, the top health priorities for our 2024 Community Health Assessment are Mental Health, Substance Use, and Maternal Health. Next steps will be hosting meetings to develop a Community Health Improvement Plan for each of these health priorities. The first planning meeting, focused on Mental Health, will be held on Thursday, April 3 at 4pm-6pm in the Board of Elections building at 150 S Gaston St in downtown Brevard (view or download meeting flyer). Planning meetings for Substance Use and Maternal Health will be scheduled later this spring/summer.

These meetings will provide an opportunity for community leaders, providers, and other interested community members to develop a plan for what works to do better, form workgroups to implement selected strategies, and determine metrics that can be used to track progress toward improvement. Community members whose professional or personal interests intersect with mental health are invited to attend the meeting on April 3 and bring your unique perspective and knowledge.

SUMMER AT THE TOWN POOL WITH FRIENDS ON A HOT SUMMER DAY.

A SPECIAL BIRTHDAY LUNCH FOR ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE CO-WORKERS.

MATCHING TATTOOS WITH YOUR COUSINS, JUST LIKE YOU ALWAYS SAID YOU WOULD.

You might not know it, but memories like these are made possible by Transylvania Public Health. We inspect places like public and private pools, restaurants, hotels and even tattoo parlors to help keep them clean and safe for everyone in Transylvania County to use.

We also keep Transylvania County safe by offering immunizations, screening for health concerns, encouraging good nutrition, and more. Good public health is the backbone of a thriving, healthy community. Transylvania Public Health is already doing a lot to keep you healthy. Get to know us – there’s a lot more we can do for you.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday – Thursday
8:30am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-5:00pm

Friday
8:30am-5:00pm (last appt at 4:30pm)

828.884.3135

public.health@transylvaniacounty.org

Communicable Disease FAX: 828.884.4272
(for CD reports, STD reports, bite reports)

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