Feb 14, 2025
2/14/25 ASHEVILLE – The Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County issued a notice about a wastewater discharge on Thursday. After days of heavy rain in western North Carolina, 3,500 gallons of untreated sewage was discharged on Old River Road. The area...
Jul 29, 2024
7/29/24 ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Environmental non-profit Mountain True urges people to avoid swimming in the French Broad River at this time. Elevated bacteria levels found in French Broad River; public urged to avoid water for now. People are advised to hold off...
Jul 2, 2024
Are E.coli levels safe for tubing French Broad, WNC rivers July 4 weekend? What to know: ASHEVILLE – With sweltering temperatures in the 90’s forecasted for the July 4 weekend, many might be planning to celebrate Independence Day on the water while rafting,...
