As Hurricane Helene impacts Western North Carolina, emergency services have been mobilized to assist affected communities. Rescues are being completed, and emergency supplies are rushed to areas hit hard by the storm. A curfew is currently in effect in Henderson County, urging residents to stay off the roads due to flooding and hazardous conditions. The city has declared a state of emergency, with significant disruptions to water services reported in Hendersonville. New emergency shelters have opened, including facilities at A-B Tech and Buncombe County, although pets are not permitted in these shelters. Residents are encouraged to conserve water as treatment plants face operational challenges due to storm impacts. Local authorities are on alert, providing updates on road closures and available resources to assist those in need.