Press Releases

Hurricane Matthew’s severe flooding across central and eastern North Carolina has affected water quality and availability in certain eastern North Carolina public water systems.
On Monday, October 10th at approximately 8:08 p.m., two members of the Robeson County Sheriff’s office accompanied by a sergeant with the State Highway Patrol were conducting search and rescue operations in Lumberton.  Preliminary information shows while traveling on a flooded p

Governor Pat McCrory has activated the Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund to support long-term recovery efforts following Hurricane Matthew.

Public health officials are reminding citizens to “tip and toss” outdoor water containers after the heavy rains from Hurricane Matthew.
 
Residents in areas where floods are predicted to occur in the coming days should stay alert and monitor rising waters closely.  If an evacuation order is issued for your area, it is important to act quickly and follow the instructions of state and local emergency officials. 

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 joined local officials and emergency responders today to see first-hand the damage in Fayetteville caused by severe flooding from Hurricane Matthew.
 

As North Carolina begins 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.

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 detailed the ongoing life-threatening dangers caused by Hurricane Matthew as record flooding continues to impact inland communities.