DISASTER RESPONSE RESOURCES

last updated Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 2pm RECOVERY ASSISTANCE: Transylvania County Building Permitting & Enforcement – contact 828-884-3029 or email [email protected] for inspections of flood-damaged buildings FEMA – Apply online at...
MEAL SITES

MEAL SITES

last updated Friday, Oct 18 at 4pm Daily, 9am-11am and 4pm-6pm – continental breakfast and takeaway dinner meals at Cedar Mountain Community Center (10635 Greenville Hwy) Daily until power is restored, 11am-4pm – Balsam Grove Community Center (8732 Parkway...
Flu Vaccine Clinic: 10/16/24

Flu Vaccine Clinic: 10/16/24

Make an appointment TODAY for the 2024 flu shot clinic hosted by Transylvania Public Health! The single best way to help prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccination. And the ideal time to get one is in October. This ensures that you will have the best protection...

SEPTIC SYSTEM GUIDANCE

PRINTABLE VERSION After the flood waters have receded: Use the septic system very sparingly until water over the septic tank and drainfield areas is no longer evident on the ground surface. If the system is damaged and in need of repair, contact your local health...
WATER SAFETY GUIDANCE

WATER SAFETY GUIDANCE

Access to safe and potable water remains a top concern in Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is sharing guidance on actions people can take to ensure water is safe and to prevent...
FOOD SAFETY GUIDANCE

FOOD SAFETY GUIDANCE

Perishable food such as meat, poultry, seafood, milk, and eggs that are not kept adequately refrigerated or frozen may cause illness if consumed, even when they are thoroughly cooked. Never taste food to determine if it is safe to eat. Throw out any food with an...