The state was able to position trucks and troopers on the interstate south of Asheville just before the French Broad River started to flood.

Asheville residents were told Monday that the water is safe to drink again nearly two months after Hurricane Helene caused flooding and damaged the water system.

It has taken more than seven weeks, but the City of Asheville has lifted the boil water advisory put in place after Hurricane Helene devastated parts of western North Carolina.