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**North Carolina Floods: Lake Lure Dam on the Brink of Failure, Officials Warn**

Officials have raised concerns that the Lake Lure Dam in North Carolina is at imminent risk of failure due to ongoing severe flooding in the region. Evacuation orders have been issued, and authorities are closely monitoring the situation as water levels continue to rise, threatening nearby communities. Emergency response teams are on high alert to manage the potential impact and ensure public safety.

As Tropical Storm Helene weakens, it continues to cause significant disruption in the Southeastern U.S., particularly in North Carolina, where evacuation orders have been issued in Rutherford County. Residents in specific areas have been urged to move to higher ground due to water overtopping the Lake Lure Dam. Emergency officials have declared the potential failure of the dam as "imminent," with the National Weather Service reporting "catastrophic flows" along the Broad River contributing to major flooding downstream.

### North Carolina Floods: Failure of Lake Lure Dam is Imminent, Officials Say

North Carolina is grappling with severe flooding as officials alert residents about the imminent failure of the Lake Lure Dam. Evacuations have been ordered in Rutherford County, particularly for those living near specific roads prone to flooding. The situation has worsened due to excessive water flow from the Broad River overtopping the dam, leading to significant concerns about downstream flooding. Emergency management teams are urging residents to seek higher ground as they monitor the dam’s stability closely. The National Weather Service continues to issue warnings, highlighting the urgency of the situation.