Storm update courtesy of news release from Alexander County Sheriff’s Office.
As of 12:00 noon today (September 28) 27.5 percent of Alexander County is without electric service: Duke Energy – 3,296 customers, EnergyUnited – 1,893, and Blue Ridge Energy – 172.
There are still 18 roads that are currently closed, with several roads down to one lane. The Hwy. 16 South bridge at Oxford Dam will remain closed indefinitely until NCDOT does a comprehensive inspection.
As for the Hwy. 127 bridge, there is substantial debris but NCDOT has no plans to close the bridge as they have no structural concerns following an inspection. Duke Energy is in the process of removing debris. Please understand that non-essential travel is highly discouraged as it slows the response and recovery process.
Rocky Face Park and Alexander County Libraries are closed today. The concert scheduled for 7:00 p.m. tonight at Courthouse Park has been canceled due to storm damage and emergency response.
The combination of power outages, road closures, and cell phone coverage have combined to make this storm event very challenging. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and patience.
[information and photo of Oxford Dam courtesy of Alexander County Sheriff’s Office]More on Alexander County Storm Recovery Update available on WHKY.
