Record #:

44400

Author(s):

Zlotnicki, Mike

Abstract:

"Trout stocking continues in the mountains and Piedmont despite obstacles following the storm." Primarily attributed to flooding and landslides, damages from the Sept. 27 storm were estimated at $59 billion. Severely damaged were two cold-water hatcheries maintained by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission; namely, Bobby N. Setzer Hatchery and Armstrong State Fish Hatchery.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 89 Issue 2, March-April 2025, p24-30, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Trout hatcheries--Hurricane Helene; Armstrong State Fish Hatchery; Bobby N. Setzer State Fish Hatchery (Transylvania County)

Record #:

44401

Author(s):

Leventhal, Josh

Abstract:

"Commission staff, including the Swift Water Rescue Team, risked their lives to help others while responding to Hurricane Helene in devasted mountain communities." The N.C. Wildlife Commission Swift water Rescue Team was established three years ago. It consists of 22 officers across the state.. the following article details their activities and route with the aftermath of Helene.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 89 Issue 2, March-April 2025, p12-23, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hurricane Helene--N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Swift Water Rescue Team; Swift Water Rescue Team (N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission)