Contractors load waterway debris from the river near Azalea Park in Swannanoa North Carolina Feb. 1, 2025 where the waterway debris collection has begun in Buncombe County. Each piece of equipment uses biodegradable hydraulic fluids, is fitted with low PSI tires to reduce ground disturbance and is pre-checked to ensure it is clean and free from leaks. The Corps of Engineers is working in partnership with local, state and federal agencies, to include the Federal Emergency Management Agency, in response to the damage from Hurricane Helene. (U.S. Army photo by Stacey Reese/released)