Assistance in Asheville, NC Post-Helene: Resources for Water, Food, Shelter, and WiFi
Check out this interactive map that offers valuable information for Asheville residents affected by Helene and severe flooding. For emergency situations, remember to dial 911. For non-emergencies like fallen trees and debris, you can call Buncombe County at 828-250-6650.
A curfew is enforced from 7:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. inside the Asheville city limits. Due to communication disruptions, many stores are unable to process credit or debit card transactions. If you need cash, be prepared for long lines at operational ATMs.
Reporting Missing Persons
If you’re looking to report someone who is missing or unaccounted for, you can leave a voicemail with the Buncombe County Family Assistance Center at 828-820-2761. Additionally, there’s a form available at bit.ly/3TLSLNK for notifying officials about loved ones who haven’t been found.
School Closures
- Asheville City Schools: Closed on Monday, Sept. 30, and Tuesday, Oct. 1.
- Buncombe County Schools: Closed from Monday, Sept. 30, through Friday, Oct. 4.
- UNC Asheville: All departments closed until Monday, Oct. 7; classes will resume on Wednesday, Oct. 9.
- Western Carolina University: All departments closed through Friday, Oct. 4.
- Appalachian State University: Closed until Friday, Oct. 4.
Travel Updates
The Asheville Regional Airport’s website is currently not providing accurate flight information. Travelers should reach out to their airlines for updates regarding their flights.
How to Help with Relief Efforts
- American Red Cross: redcross.org
- GoFundMe: www.gofundme.com/c/act/hurricane-helene
- The Salvation Army: www.disaster.salvationarmyusa.org
- United Way: support.unitedway.org/page/Helene
- World Central Kitchen: wck.org
- Humane Society Disaster Relief: www.humanesociety.org