A roadway washout caused by Hurricane Matthew on I-95 south of Benson near the Johnston-Harnett County line will require a traffic shift on Thursday morning, Oct. 13.
Governor Pat McCrory joined state and local officials today to visit areas in Robeson County affected by flooding from Hurricane Matthew. The governor offered continued support to first responders, disaster relief workers, neighbors and volunteers working to assist victims of the storm.
Governor Pat McCrory emphasized today that the ongoing life-threatening flooding caused by Hurricane Matthew is expected to continue impacting eastern and central North Carolina into the week.
Several states are providing emergency personnel, rescue equipment and other assets to help North Carolina flood victims following Hurricane Matthew.
Hurricane Matthew has caused major flooding throughout eastern and central North Carolina with the potential for more flooding as various rivers crest. As streams and rivers continue to swell, the greatest threat to life and property remains inland flooding.
Governor Pat McCrory detailed the ongoing life-threatening dangers caused by Hurricane Matthew as record flooding continues to impact inland communities. The governor said that more than 1,400 people have been saved by swift water rescue teams and many more are expected throughout the day.
Due to Hurricane Matthew, the following venues will be closed Monday:
• All DNCR sites east of I-95, except Historic Edenton
• Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex
• N.C. Aquarium at Roanoke Island
• Jennette's Pier
As North Carolina cleans up after Hurricane Matthew, residents should take precautions to ensure their safety as fallen limbs and trees are being cleared away from roads, houses and yards.
Governor Pat McCrory urged people to use extreme caution today as Hurricane Matthew is causing historic and prolonged flooding throughout eastern and central North Carolina.
As North Carolina continues to feel the impacts of Hurricane Matthew, Governor Pat McCrory and First Lady Ann McCrory are encouraging citizens in the path of the storm to check-in with loved ones and 'Text First, Talk Second' to maintain contact.
As North Carolina is beginning to feel the impacts of Hurricane Matthew, Governor Pat McCrory warns North Carolinians to be prepared for a prolonged event with significant rainfall and storm surge causing flooding both in southeastern North Carolina and further inland.