Join experts and generational elders for a fascinating discussion on the history of floods and landslides in WNC that have haunted the coves and hollers of our area for 100s of years and how we can protect ourselves and our community. Sat, Feb 15, 2-4 pm, Thomas Auditorium, BRCC.
The Southern Appalachians faces landslides and floods regularly that impact thousands of residents. Yet we continue to build in places that put people and property in harm’s way.
This interactive forum features leading experts on how our special geology affects livability including Rick Wooten who was the Senior Geologist for Geohazards and Engineering Geology at N.C Geological Survey, Jim Fox who is a leading resilience expert, Jennifer Bauer, P.G., co-owner and Principal Geologist of Appalachian Landslide Consultants, PLLC, and elders whose families have been impacted by major floods up to and including the 1916 Flood.
Participants may register to attend the event in person or watch it via livestream. Advanced registration is required. The live event is at the Thomas Auditorium at Blue Ridge Community College.
