Governor Pat McCrory has activated the Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund to support long-term recovery efforts following Hurricane Matthew.
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 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.
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.
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
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.
Governor Pat McCrory detailed the ongoing life-threatening dangers caused by Hurricane Matthew as record flooding continues to impact inland communities.