North Buncombe

01/26/2026

⚠️ Scam Alert for Duke Energy customers:

We are aware of a scam targeting utility customers claiming they will be impacted by a scheduled power outage. Fraudulent text messages are being sent that appear to be from Duke Energy, but they are not. If you receive one like this screenshot, do not respond or click any links. Please share to help protect others.

This message did not come from Duke Energy. Customers should avoid clicking links or downloading attachments from businesses or individuals they do not know, and they should contact Duke Energy directly to discuss their account or visit company communications channels for the latest updates.

Duke Energy will communicate grid conditions through its official communication channels.

01/25/2026

As of 130 PM Sunday 1/25: The event is not over! An area of moderate to occasionally heavy rain will move into the area from GA/TN over the next few hours. Do not travel unless necessary. Remain prepared to lose power.

01/25/2026

01/25/2026

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01/25/2026

Travel conditions are deteriorating quickly - check www.drivenc.gov for real time conditions and please stay home if at all possible.

8 PM Update: Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate quickly this evening as wintry precipitation spreads east from the mountains. Roads and other surfaces may become icy in a short period of time as temperatures continue to fall and freezing rain spreads toward the I-85 corridor through midnight.

01/25/2026

01/25/2026

Click this link below for complete details buncombenc.gov/811/Emergency-Preparedness

01/24/2026

01/24/2026

Staying warm? Remember the 3-foot rule! Keep all space heaters at least three feet away from anything that can burn like curtains, bedding, clothing, etc. Plug heaters directly into wall outlets, not extension cords and be careful not to overload outlets and extension cords.

01/24/2026

Portable generators are lifesavers during outages, but they can be deadly if used incorrectly.

⚠️ Keep generators outside only. Never run them in a garage, basement, crawlspace, or shed, even with doors open.

➡️ Place the generator at least 20 feet away from windows, doors, and vents to keep exhaust from drifting inside.

🙅 Never add fuel while the generator is running or hot. Let it cool down for at least 2-5 minutes to prevent a fire.

For more tips, visit ReadyNC.gov/winter-weather