TThe HRU-Hikers who navigate the section of the state line of Tennessee/North Carolina of the Sender of the Apalaches face dangerous conditions due to a recent microburst storm. The severe climate event has caused extensive local floods and a possible rock slip along the interest 40, directly impacting the at Corridor.
Although 12.5 miles of the path were initially closed and described as «impassable», the path of the Apalaches Conservality (ATC) indicates that the path has now reopened.
«This morning’s reports indicate that the AT is passable, but it probably saw serious damage and erosion at some points,» reads June 19 update of the ATC. «The AT is open in this area, but hikers must exercise extreme caution and be careful of heavy equipment, especially along the roads and around the high passage of the internal road 40. Los Mochileros, the hikers of the section and the hikers of one day can consider hiking elsewhere until the repairs are completed.»
The affected area is approximately Davenport Gap (Nobo Mile 239.4) to Brown Gap/Forest Service Road 148a (Nobo Mile 251.9). Interstate I-40 also closes in both directions from the Hartford Exit 447 to Harmon Den, which further complicates logistics or replenishment efforts.
Impact on local companies after microburst
The flood has directly impacted the nearby shelters and businesses. Standing Bear Farm hostel near Newport, TN was beaten by sudden flood. According to a Recent update From the shelter, all hikers, staff and dogs were successfully rescued by lifeguards after a terrifying night.
The floods were immense. «In 20 minutes, our bucbuceo enveloping streams became mud rivers, rocks and debris. Water began to flood all our buildings. The hiker bunk, the cabin and others were several feet under water. The stage, the portal meals and the propane tank floated,» according to the initial update of the hostel.
A subsequent announcement on Facebook revealed that the shelter has recovered wifi and electricity, but still lacks running water. «What we need more than anything at this time is volunteers,» the shelter wrote. Also: «Mud and water have overcome property, and we have an urgent need for hands to help dig and dry. This place has received thousands of travelers with warmth, comfort and spirit of the Apalaches, now it is time to give back. «
The shelter also needs shovels, cubes, mirrors, gloves and cleaning supplies, as well as vehicles and drivers of 4 × 4 to access the shelter through roads.
If you can’t do it in person, you can donate to support Standing Bear recovery efforts in GOFUNDME.
Always consult the most current official sources for path conditions. To obtain the latest updates and diversion information, visit the Appalachian Trail website.
Featured photo through Standing Bear Farm Hostel
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