Tropical Storm Helene Updates

Hurricane Helene October 4

Projected snowfall for January 12-13, 2023

Hurricane Helene October 4

Thursday, October 4, 2024

Distribution Sites
Woodland Baptist Church, 545 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville
Jonathan Valley Elementary School, 410 Hall Dr, Waynesville
Bethel Elementary School, 4700 Old River Rd, Canton
Maggie Valley Pavilion, 3987 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley

Emergency Call Center
8 am – 5 pm
828-356-2020

Emergency Shelter
235 Armory Drive, Clyde, NC 28721

Well Water Testing
828-452-6638

Agriculture Assistance
828-452-2741 ext 3

Curfew
A curfew is in still effect from 9 PM to 7 AM
Court Schedule
All Haywood County courts are canceled this week. On Monday, October 7th, Haywood County court will be open to handle emergency hearings and statutorily required hearings.
FEMA Assistance
1-800-621-3362

Hurricane Helene October 3

Projected snowfall for January 12-13, 2023

Hurricane Helene October 3

Wednesday, October 3, 2024

Curfew
Remains in effect from 9 PM to 7 AM.

Western NC Detours
Major roads continued to be compromised, including I-26. Detour maps are available on the NCDOT website.

School Systems
Haywood County Schools will be closed for both staff and students for the remainder of the week. A 48-hour notice will be given before the reopening of school for students and staff.

Donations

Woodland Baptist Church, 545 Crabtree Road, Waynesville
9 am – 6 pm

Town of Canton IP Sports Complex, 305 Silkwood Drive, Exit 33

Distribution Centers

Woodland Baptist Church at 545 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville

Bethel Elementary School at 4700 Old River Rd, Canton

Jonathan Valley Elementary School at 410 Hall Dr, Waynesville

New Covenant Church, 767 Lee Rd., Clyde

Maggie Valley Pavilion, 3935 Soco Road 

Water tankers

Locations Subject to change…

Jukebox Junction, 6306 Pigeon Rd

Canton Crabtree Ironduff VFD

8 AM to 6 PM. Each person is limited to 1 gallon per day and they must bring their own containers.

First Aid Bus
Located at Jukebox Junction, 6306 Pigeon Rd, Canton, is open from 9 AM to 5 PM,

Convenience Centers
The White Oak Landfill is open, along with the Materials Recovery Facility, and Convenience Centers at Jonathan Creek, Beaverdam, Bethel, Hazelwood, Mauney Cove, Jones Cove, and Highway 110 will be open.

Emergency Shelter

An emergency shelter is available at 235 Armory Drive, Clyde, NC 28721.

Hurricane Helene October 2

Projected snowfall for January 12-13, 2023

Supply Distribution Gaining Momentum

Wednesday, October 2

Supply Donations
Donations can be made at Woodland Baptist Church, 545 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville, where they are accepting non-perishable food items, bottled water, and other essential supplies.
Supply Distribution
Woodland Baptist Church at 545 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville
Bethel Elementary School at 4700 Old River Rd, Canton
Jonathan Valley Elementary School at 410 Hall Dr, Waynesville.
Supplies can be picked up Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 6 PM.
First Aid Bus
The First Aid Bus, located at Jukebox Junction, 6306 Pigeon Rd, Canton, is open from 9 AM to 5 PM, offering services such as first aid for cuts, scrapes, and burns, as well as blood pressure checks, blood sugar monitoring, and basic medical assistance.
Water Supply
Water tankers are available at Canton Plaza (off New Clyde Highway), 127 Plaza Loop, Canton, and at the Maggie Valley Fire Department, 2901 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, from 8 AM to 6 PM. Each person is limited to 1 gallon per day, and you must bring your own containers. Location subject to change based on need.
Curfew
A curfew remains in effect from 9 PM to 7 AM.
Waste Disposal
The White Oak Landfill is open, along with the Materials Recovery Facility and Convenience Centers: Jonathan Creek, Beaverdam, Bethel, Hazelwood, Mauney Cove, Jones Cove, and Highway 110.
Emergency Shelter
An emergency shelter is available at 235 Armory Drive, Clyde, NC 28721.
Community Center
Fines Creek Community Center, located at 190 Fines Creek Rd, Clyde, is available to assist community members.
Free Lunch
Springdale Golf and Country Club, 190 Golfwatch Road, Canton, is offering free lunch from 11 am – 3 pm.

Helene Update 10/1/24

Projected snowfall for January 12-13, 2023

Water, Food, and Supply distribution begins

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

First Aid Bus

Location: Jukebox Junction
Hours: 9 – 5
Services: First Aid for cuts, scrapes, burns, BP checks, Blood sugar checks, basic medical help
Water Distribution:
Canton Plaza (Radio Hill) — 9 – 5
Maggie Valley Fire Department — 9 – 5
Donation Reception & Distribution of Supplies
Location: Woodland Baptist Church – 545 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville (209)
Hours: 1 – 6 p.m.
Services: Food, Water, Baby supplies
Accepting: Donation (any of the above items)
 
Welcome Centers:
Places to come in and charge a phone, connect with community, get a snack, etc
 
Pigeon Community Multicultural Center
Location: 450 Pigeon St, Waynesville
Hours: 9 – 4
 
Fines Creek Community Center
Location: 190 Fines Creek Rd, Clyde

Helene Newsletter 9/30/24

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Search Teams continue moving through County

Monday, September 30, 2024

Debris Removal –

  • Place debris beside, not on, the road.
  • Debris should be lined up next to state-maintained roads, not private roads.
  •  Separate tree debris from construction materials.
  • Take photos of the debris for FEMA documentation purposes. 

FEMA: 1-800-621-3362.  

Water Availability

  • Canton Plaza (off New Clyde Highway)  8 AM to 6 PM 
  • Bring bring your own containers. Limit: 1 gallon per person per day. 

Conserve Water – Conserve water during this time.  

Fuel Conservation –  Fuel supplies are limited, only necessary driving.

Solid Waste: All Solid Waste Facilities—including the White Oak Landfill, Materials Recovery Facility, and all Convenience Centers—will be closed on Monday, September 30.  

Haywood County’s Emergency Shelter: Location: 235 Armory Drive, Clyde, NC 28721 

Agriculture Support – 828-456-3575 

Important Reminders 

  • Curfew: A curfew is in effect from 9 PM to 7 AM
  • Emergency Locations: If you need emergency assistance head to your nearest fire department or police station. 
  • Stay Informed – Tune into local radio.
  • 101.7 FM
  • 99.9 F.m. 
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