TVA was releasing a record 450,000 gallons per second, with the heavy flow headed toward Chattanooga. TVA officials said, "We are managing record amounts of water from the French Broad, Nolichuuky and ...
The French Broad River in Asheville, North Carolina, flooded due to Helene, leaving behind damage and debris.
TVA has advised that they will increase their water release starting at 8 a.m today, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, causing the French Broad River below the dam to continue rising.