"Scenes like this are common across Western NC today as crews are spread out ... according to the state's road closures map. Parts of 1-40 have been completely washed away and sections are ...

People leaving the Asheville area should use I-40 East or I-26 East. Click or tap here to view an interactive map of road closures in western North Carolina.

While much work still remains ahead for workers as they continue to clear debris, the "do not travel" warning that once was emboldened on the current road closure map has changed to "essential ...