Towns welcoming visitors in western North Carolina
Towns across western North Carolina are slowly rebuilding weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated the region. Part of that process includes welcoming visitors. Why it matters: Tourism plays a massive role in the economy of many of these mountain communities,
Following Hurricane Helene, these western North Carolina towns are open and eager for tourists
Following Hurricane Helene, several western North Carolina towns are currently seeking visitors this fall foliage season. Here are tips for visiting responsibly.
While parts of western North Carolina are off-limits, other mountain towns seek fall tourists
Parts of western North Carolina remain off-limits to tourists as the recovery from Helene continues. But other mountain communities are eager to welcome fall visitors to help keep their small businesses afloat as they try to get back to normal.
Families in western North Carolina rebuild in the wake of Hurricane Helene: "This is home"
Helene devastated towns in western North Carolina. Three weeks later, dozens of people are missing and thousands are without power. Volunteers, donations and search and rescue teams have poured in.
North Carolina government calculates Hurricane Helene damages, needs at least $53B
North Carolina officials say the catastrophic flooding and destruction caused by Hurricane Helene is likely to have caused at least $53 billion in damages and recovery needs in the state
Parts of Western NC remain closed after Helene — but some towns welcome fall leaf visitors
After Hurricane Helene, it’s tricky determining which areas are safe to visit, see fall leaves and support local shops and restaurants. Use caution and check out maps in advance.
Where visitors can still see fall leaves in western NC following Helene
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - For western North Carolina, October is typically prime time for “leaf peeping” in the mountains. But with the ongoing Helene recovery, continued risks of landslides and downed trees, Governor Cooper is encouraging tourists not to come to the area.
List of Western North Carolina towns open for visitors following Helene
FOX Carolina has a list of towns and other areas in western North Carolina that are now open to visitors as well as those that have not opened following the devastation left by Helene.
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