Even as Tropical Storm Debby has passed residents and motorists in North Carolina should continue to heed safety warnings, especially in low-lying areas prone to flood. The storm killed four people in North Carolina, and heavy rain, tornadoes and flooding damaged infrastructure and homes.
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As North Carolinians experience the impacts of Tropical System Debby, officials with the North Carolina Emergency Management and the Department of Health and Human Services warns against use of gasoline-powered generators, outdoor grills and camp stoves in enclosed spaces.
After an extensive history of disturbances, drug violations and overdoses, and numerous calls to the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, the Martins Creek community should soon see long awaited changes.
Governor Roy Cooper and state leaders urged people to continue exercising caution throughout the weekend as Tropical System Debby exits North Carolina. Riverine flooding and additional showers and thunderstorms increasing the risk of flash flooding throughout the state will continue to be felt throughout the weekend. The State Emergency Response Team remains engaged in response to impacts from Tropical System Debby.
The State Highway Patrol celebrated the graduation of 25 new troopers at a ceremony held for the 164th Basic Highway Patrol School.
Tropical Storm Debby continues to bring heavy rain and flooding across North Carolina on Thursday. The storm also brought its first fatality following a tornado late Wednesday night in Lucama.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper and state leaders urged people to beware of drenching rains and flooded roads as Tropical Storm Debby begins to impact the state. The Governor declared a State of Emergency on Monday to speed preparations for Tropical Storm Debby’s arrival.
North Carolinians can take action to better prepare private wells for a flood ahead of Tropical Storm Debby. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has issued guidance to help keep your well safe before and after a flood.
Governor Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency on Monday afternoon in preparation for the arrival of Tropical Storm Debby.
Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency ahead of severe weather associated with Tropical Storm Debby.
A Vance County man has been charged twice in as many months for providing alcohol to the same underage 20-year-old female.
The N.C. Office of Recovery and Resiliency (NCORR) is building community resilience across North Carolina with more than $171.5 million committed to affordable housing development in hurricane-impacted communities.
WHAT: A meeting of the State Interoperability Executive Committee (SIEC), a subcommittee of the State Emergency Response Committee. This will be a hybrid meeting both in person and virtual.
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