Asheville Lifts Boil Water Notice After Storm

Asheville, North Carolina, has finally regained access to safe drinking water after a nearly two-month ordeal following the devastation caused by Tropical Storm Helene. The city's boil water notice was lifted after testing confirmed the water was free from contaminants such as E. coli. Residents had previously been without drinkable tap water since late September, relying on bottled water and creek water for their basic needs. The restoration was facilitated by a 'multi-layered filtration curtain' in the North Fork Reservoir, which supplies 80% of the city's water. Local business owners, including those in the brewing industry, expressed relief over the return of potable water, as it marks a significant step toward recovery and normalcy. While the immediate crisis has been resolved, officials warn that the overall recovery process will take months or even years.