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Black Mountain officials: life-safety operations largely complete; rescue and road access remain urgent
Summary
Police and fire chiefs said immediate life-safety work has largely been completed and crews are shifting to rescue, recovery and road repair; officials warned that roads and cut supply lines are slowing aid and urged residents to follow safety guidance.
Black Mountain — Police and fire officials told residents in a public briefing that the town’s immediate life‑safety mission following the storm has largely been completed and that responders are now focused on ongoing rescue, recovery and restoring access.
“Number one I want you to know … our first primary mission was life safety,” Police Chief Steve Parker told the crowd, saying police and fire have been working 24/7 to…
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