As Lake Lure is refilled, officials eye Memorial Day for reopening

As Lake Lure is refilled, officials eye Memorial Day for reopening

Lake Lure is being restored to its former glory, one foot of water at a time, after being closed for more than a year due to Hurricane Helene.

Lake Lure begins refilling after Hurricane Helene causes catastrophic damage in North Carolina

LAKE LURE, N.C.– A beloved lake in the mountains of western North Carolina that suffered significant damage during Hurricane Helene in September 2024 has started being refilled.Hurricane Helene swept through North Carolina in September 2024, leaving extensive damage across the region as heavy rain caused catastrophic mudslides and flooding through the mountains.HISTORIC BILTMORE VILLAGE SHOWS STRENGTH, RESILIENCE IN RECOVERY 1 YEAR AFTER HURRICA…