Asheville Boil Water Notice May Lift by Tuesday

Residents of Asheville, North Carolina, are expected to have a boil water notice lifted soon, following severe disruptions caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm caused a significant increase in turbidity levels in the North Fork Reservoir, leading to unsafe drinking water conditions. Over the past weeks, efforts to restore water quality have included flushing the system with treated non-potable water and testing for contaminants like coliform and E. coli. The reservoir's turbidity has decreased to safer levels, and officials plan to test multiple points across the water system, with results expected to determine if potable water can be restored by Tuesday. Businesses and residents have had to adapt, using bottled water and adjusting operations, while facing increased costs. The situation has generated significant frustration among residents, highlighting the severe impact of climate events even in inland areas like Asheville.