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Excavator loading tree debris; text: "4,300 loads, 109,600 cu yd; Henderson County 11/8/2024"

Storm Debris Pickup in Henderson County

THIS PROGRAM HAS ENDED. Please contact Henderson County Emergency Management: Helene Related Information at (828) 771-6670 with any questions. Storm Debris CleanupHenderson County will provide free…

Mitigating Landslides Post Hurricane Helene

LandslidesDuring Hurricane Helene our area was hit with hundreds of landslides. A landslide is basically the downhill movement of soil or rock from an overly steep slope. This movement can happen…

Pond Management After Floods

Floodwaters that inundate farm ponds and neighborhood lakes can contain all sorts of stuff that is bad for the health of the pond. Sediments and pollutants such as trash, bacteria, auto fluids,…

Why Did So Many Oaks Fall During Hurricane Helene?

A question we keep hearing is 'Why Did So Many Oaks Fall During Hurricane Helene?' As one drives around it is obvious that many oaks fell during the catastrophic storm. However, so did many other…

Stabilizing Slopes

Henderson County is blessed with great topography. We have mountains and hills which provide views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. However, once a person obtains their dream mountain home, they often…

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Hurricane Helene: IRS, NC Department of Agriculture Announce Deadline Extensions

—Original Article Written By Nicholas Brown (16 hours ago) and last updated by Robert Brananen Español / em PortuguêsThe IRS announced extensions for certain North Carolina residents and businesses.…

Dry cracked riverbed with uprooted logs and bare trees below forested hills

Agriculture Recovery Resources from Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene Recovery ResourcesNCDA&CS Response Hotline: 1-866-645-9403NCDA Resources: NCDA&CS Emergency Programs - Recovery NCDA&CS Emergency Programs - Disaster Information ASAP…

Adult and two children sitting on weathered bench overlooking forested valley and distant railroad trestle

Tips for Talking to Children During a Disaster

This article provides excellent advice about talking to children during a disaster. We all need to be reminded to listen and allow young people to ask questions. Families or 4-H clubs can reach out…

A Tough Year for Henderson County Agriculture

Newcomers and city dwellers may not realize how big agriculture is in Henderson County. The industry is 20% of the total economy of the county. Henderson County is the largest agricultural county…

Landscaping a Hillside

One of the most asked questions I get is, "I have a hillside that I need to landscape, could you make some recommendations on plants?" When asked this question I try to get the client to think…