Continuing story · 1 report
The Tunnel Road multi-vehicle crash
DevelopingNext check Oct 31: Any police follow-up establishing injuries, the collision time, vehicle count or cause.
Where it stands
A multi-vehicle crash at Tunnel Road and Crockett Avenue brought down power lines after a vehicle struck a power pole, and westbound lanes temporarily closed while crews cleared the scene. Tunnel Road has since reopened; the report does not say whether any other effects or restrictions remain.
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The story so far
Update 1
Tunnel Road reopens after Asheville crash brings down power lines
A vehicle struck a power pole at Crockett Avenue, bringing down lines and temporarily closing westbound lanes. Whether anyone was injured remains unconfirmed.
What moved
- Tunnel Road reopens.
History
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Who's involved
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- Asheville Police Department1 report
Every outlet we read on this story
66 sources24 outlets3 wire copies
WLOSwlos.com14
- First reported
- Multi-vehicle crash temporarily shuts down part of Tunnel Road in Asheville
- Crash downs utility pole, temporarily closes Tunnel Road
- Five injured in head-on crash at Tunnel Road intersection, police say
- Man dead after single-vehicle crash in east Asheville: police
- Police identify pedestrian struck by vehicle and killed, no charges filed
- Motorcyclist dies after Tunnel Road crash in Asheville
- Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle on Tunnel Road
- 1 dead, 3 injured after single-vehicle crash in East Asheville
- Owner of East Village Grille dies in car crash after medical emergency: police
- Pedestrian struck by vehicle on Tunnel Road, suffers non-life-threatening injuries
- Five injured in head-on crash at Tunnel Road intersection, police say
- Car hits power pole, shutting down Sweeten Creek Road in Asheville for hours
- All westbound lanes of I-26 now open, marking widening project milestone
- Tunnel Road reopened after gas leak shut it down in both directions
X (formerly Twitter)x.com9
- https://bit.ly/4teVhf4, Tunnel Road, West, East of Asheville, Maintenance, Lane Closed.
- Tunnel Road in Asheville is fully coming back, 16 months after Hurricane Helene. #avlnews #helenerecovery #avlbiz #tunnelrd
- X Profile: Asheville Police (@AshevillePolice)
- X User @AshevillePolice
- As the water lines in distribution system begin to pressurize, we will become aware of additional damage to those lines. If you see a leak in your area, please report it to customer service: 828-251-1122.
- When we come together and collaborate, there's no challenge we can't conquer, even a mountain hurricane. We will support each other through tough times. Our unity is our superpower. BC Manager Avril Pinder, Asheville Manager Debra Campbell #onebuncombe #ashevillestrong https://twitter.com/AshevillePolice/status/1844413942552056070/photo/1
- Debris collection in key areas of the city and county have begun in areas of critical infrastructure. You can place your debris at the curb for collection, collections will be ongoing. https://twitter.com/AshevillePolice/status/1845108467868086585/photo/1
- While most of the city slept, our crews were hard at work clearing streets and keeping Asheville moving. ❄️🚜 Take a look at snow plows in action overnight—and join us in thanking the teams who show up no matter the hour. https://twitter.com/AshevillePolice/status/2017580107892744250/photo/1
- Statement from Chief Hooper regarding the video on @asheville. #The acts demonstrated in this video are unacceptable and contrary to the Department's vision and the progress we have made in the last several years in improving community trust..." https://twitter.com/AshevillePolice/status/969244821075394560/photo/1
facebook.com6
- 𝐀𝐏𝐃 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧... - Asheville Police Department | Facebook
- 🚧 Asheville’s Road to Recovery: Tunnel Rd & Swannanoa River Rd Reopening Soon! 🏗️✨ After weeks of rebuilding, Tunnel Rd & Swannanoa River Rd—a key intersection for Asheville’s businesses & residential communities—is finally about to reopen! 🙌 This is a huge milestone in our city’s post-Helene recovery, and we captured 9 powerful photos today showing the progress! 📸 🎥 Watch the video slideshow to see the transformation, and then click the link below for the full blog post with new updates & images! ⬇️ 🔗 Read More Here: https://toashevilleandbeyond.com/ashevilles-path-to-recovery-a-glimpse-into-post-helene-restoration-efforts-on-tunnel-road/ Thank you to the crews, businesses & residents who have worked tirelessly to bring this area back to life. Asheville’s resilience shines brighter than ever! 💪🏽💙 #AshevilleStrong #RoadToRecovery #RebuildingAsheville #TunnelRoad #SwannanoaRiverRd #CommunityResilience | To Asheville | Facebook
- 🚧 Swannanoa River Road and Tunnel Road: Reopened and Reinvigorated! 🚧 After six months of extensive restoration, we're thrilled to announce that Swannanoa River Road (NC 81) and Tunnel Road are now fully operational! The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) crews completed their diligent work around midday, and traffic is gradually flowing through. By tonight, these vital arteries are expected to be bustling once again. A Journey Through Time: Swannanoa River Road's Resilience Swannanoa River Road has long been a crucial connector in Asheville, linking neighborhoods like Oakley to the broader cityscape. However, its journey hasn't been without challenges. September 2024: Hurricane Helene unleashed unprecedented flooding in Western North Carolina. The Swannanoa River overflowed, causing catastrophic damage to infrastructure, homes, and businesses. Swannanoa River Road was among the hardest hit, with sections completely washed away, leaving communities i...
- To Asheville - Asheville Revival Update! ✨ Big news on... | Facebook
- 𝐀𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭... - Asheville Police Department | Facebook
- Asheville Police Department
828newsnow.com5
- Tunnel Road in Asheville closed after crash knocks down utility pole - Asheville's 828 News NOW
- Tunnel Road car crash near VA hospital leaves Asheville pedestrian dead - Asheville's 828 News NOW
- Asheville police identify pedestrian killed in Tunnel Road crash - Asheville's 828 News NOW
- UPDATE: Tunnel Road gas leak secured, road reopened - Asheville's 828 News NOW
- Drive-by shooter attacked Tunnel Road businesses Tuesday night - Asheville's 828 News NOW
The City of Ashevilleashevillenc.gov3
avlwatchdog.org2
- Answer Man: Why won’t Duke Energy just bury the lines? And other power restoration questions. Any looting in downtown Asheville? Why is the landfill still charging residents for storm debris? • Asheville Watchdog
- Light, and dark, at ends of Tunnel Road: Hope for the homeless, but also drugs, squalor and crime. • Asheville Watchdog
98.1 The River981theriver.com1
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HERE Ashevillehereasheville.com1
Hoodlinehoodline.com1First
- First reported
- Wrong-Way I-26 Crash Near Asheville Kills Leicester Man
NCDOTncdot.gov1
Rewind 100.3rewindasheville.com1
The Beacon Tribunebiltmorebeacon.com1
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