Oct 29, 2024
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...
Oct 2, 2024
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...
Oct 1, 2024
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...
Oct 1, 2024
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...
Mar 12, 2024
The CDC has released updated guidance for COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses such as flu and RSV. People who are experiencing symptoms of any respiratory illness should stay home and stay away from others until symptoms have been improving for 24 hours and they...
Dec 1, 2023
Starting December 1, more people in North Carolina can get health coverage through Medicaid. Now people ages 19 through 64 with higher incomes are eligible, and you may be able to get health care coverage through Medicaid even if you did not qualify before. Medicaid...
