As Hurricane Helene approaches, the mountain town of Asheville, North Carolina, is facing the threat of severe flooding. The weather services have issued warnings of potential record-breaking flooding in the area.
According to Asheville Fire Chief Michael Cayse, the town is expecting even worse conditions as there is limited capacity for the water to be absorbed or drained. The fire department has been actively involved in water rescues, with several incidents reported overnight. Drivers have been cautioned against driving into standing water, which has led to some individuals getting stranded. Additionally, a kayaker had to be rescued after being overwhelmed by the swift currents.
