Asheville, NC. (Newsradiowrva.com) - The Blue Ridge Parkway remains closed after suffering damage from Hurricane Helene.
National Park Service officials said last week that the entire length of the scenic road will be closed indefinitely.
Park service crews are continuing to assess the damage. Employees from 32 states and Washington D.C. are assisting with recovery efforts in the aftermath of the storm.
“In the coming weeks, the assessment teams will utilize the data from their inspections to determine the full extent of the damage including the timeline and cost estimates for repairs,” the National Park Service said. “A projected reopening date of any section of the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina has not yet been established.”
Park service officials said Virginia will see a “phased reopening.”
“In Virginia, damage assessments and the clearing of debris from the road are nearing completion, which will allow for a phased reopening in Virginia in the coming days to weeks.” the National Park Service said.
The Blue Ridge Parkway spans more than 400 miles and typically sees an influx of visitors this time of year as the leaves change colors.
