Asheville, North Carolina, is facing a dire situation as approximately 600 individuals remain unaccounted for following the devastating impact of recent flooding. The city has been left grappling with washed-out roads and bridges, widespread cell service outages, and blackouts, making it challenging for authorities to reach those in need.
Mayor Esther Manheimer of Asheville provided an update on Monday, highlighting the extensive damage to roads and infrastructure that has isolated numerous remote communities. This has hindered rescue efforts and the distribution of essential supplies to residents in affected areas.
Manheimer emphasized the urgency of reaching out to the remaining individuals who are yet to be located. She stressed the critical need for resources such as drinking water, food, household supplies, and personal items to support the affected population.
Describing the devastation caused by the flooding as 'catastrophic,' Mayor Manheimer noted that the true extent of the damage is far more severe than what can be captured in images alone.
Furthermore, it was announced that President Joe Biden is scheduled to conduct an aerial survey of Asheville on Wednesday to assess the extent of the destruction caused by the natural disaster.
