Governor Pat McCrory this evening received a federal disaster declaration to help individuals in Bertie, Johnston, Wayne and Wilson counties recover from the massive flooding caused by Hurricane Matthew.
Governor Pat McCrory has activated the Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund to support long-term recovery efforts following Hurricane Matthew.
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.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol has updated the I-95 detour for motorists traveling south. With this in mind, both north and southbound lanes of I-95 have been closed between Exit 13 and Exit 56 due to flooding conditions.
The State Highway Patrol has released the name of the sergeant involved in the Monday evening shooting in Lumberton, N.C.
Governor Pat McCrory provided an update on the impact of Hurricane Matthew and discussed how the state is well prepared to respond to the storm's devastation.
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 joined local officials and emergency responders today to see first-hand the damage in Fayetteville caused by severe flooding from Hurricane Matthew.
Governor Pat McCrory detailed the ongoing life-threatening dangers caused by Hurricane Matthew as record flooding continues to impact inland communities.