Press Releases

Hundreds of animals in eastern North Carolina have been rescued since Hurricane Matthew struck the state on Oct. 8. Flood victims who are missing a pet should contact their local shelter or humane society as soon as possible to recover their dog or cat.

In the wake of Hurricane Matthew, state and federal officials caution North Carolinians to be alert for individuals attempting to take advantage of residents making home repairs, those wanting to donate to victims or those trying to obtain vital information under false pretenses.

Organizations operating shelters for Hurricane Matthew survivors are not able to accept food donations from individuals or organizations such as churches and civic groups.

RALEIGH – State emergency management personnel have begun transitioning from relief to recovery in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew.

RALEIGH – Floodwaters are still at record high levels across much of eastern North Carolina and emergency officials are asking evacuated residents to remain in place until local officials announce it is safe to return home.

Drawing from Emergency Medical Services response teams from across North Carolina, the State Medical Response System (SMRS), and the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) are meeting the medical needs of people in flooded areas of eastern North Carolina.

RALEIGH — When Hurricane Matthew’s floodwaters recede in eastern North Carolina, homeowners should assume that everything touched by flood water is contaminated and will need to be disinfected.

Public Health officials are reminding residents of North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Matthew about the importance of food and water safety.

When Hurricane Matthew’s floodwaters recede in eastern North Carolina, homeowners should assume that everything touched by flood water is contaminated and will ne

Public Health officials are reminding residents of North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Matthew about the importance of food and water safety. Those who lost power for an extended period of time or experienced flooding need to take the following precautions: