Hot Springs Rebuilds After 2024 Flooding Disaster
Hot Springs, North Carolina, is making significant progress in rebuilding its water and sewer infrastructure after devastating flooding caused by Tropical Storm Helene in September 2024. The storm led to severe damage, including the destruction of roads, bridges, homes, and the historic spa in the downtown area. With over $17 million in funding from the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and other state and local partnerships, the town is constructing a new wastewater treatment plant on higher ground to prevent future flood damage. The project is seen as a critical step in restoring the town's infrastructure and reviving its tourism-dependent economy. (Source time: 2026-09-16 15:00:00 GMT.)
