Buncombe County Schools Closed Thursday & Friday

Buncombe County -- September 25, 2024: Buncombe County Schools Announcement: Tropical Storm Helene is expected

to bring heavy rainfall, dangerous flooding, and strong wind gusts starting Thursday and continuing into the weekend.

In response to the anticipated extreme weather, the City of Hendersonville has canceled all special events occurring this weekend, including the Hendersonville Farmers Market and Art on Main. The City prioritizes the safety of the community, and cancellations aim to limit unnecessary travel while allowing public safety and public services personnel to focus on emergency response and recovery efforts.
The Laura E. Corn Mini-golf course located at Edwards Park will also be closed on Friday, September 27, and Saturday, September 28.

Visit www.hendersonvillenc.gov/news/event-cancellations for more info and preparedness tips to keep yourself and your family safe ahead of the storm. Downtown Hendersonville, NC Visit Hendersonville, NC

Good evening, BCS families. Our leadership team has consulted with law enforcement and Buncombe County Emergency Management officials this evening. Due to expected impacts of Hurricane Helene, all Buncombe County Schools will be closed for students Thursday, Sept. 26 and Friday, Sept. 27. Both days will be optional teacher workdays. Neither day will be a remote learning day for students. Heavy rains have caused flooding concerns and could create potentially hazardous driving conditions and anticipated power outages. All extracurricular activities that had been scheduled for Thursday are canceled.

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