While the storm track of Hurricane Matthew remains uncertain, Governor Pat McCrory emphasized that the state is prepared should the track shift and encouraged citizens to stay alert.
The State Emergency Response Team has activated the Joint Information Center in response to Hurricane Matthew, which is expected to impact the North Carolina coast later this week.
While the storm track of Hurricane Matthew has shifted to the east over the last few hours, Governor Pat McCrory is still urging North Carolinians and visitors to monitor the storm and closely follow any evacuation orders from local authorities.
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that the Small Business Administration has approved North Carolina’s Disaster Declaration for Bertie, Chowan, Halifax, Hertford, Martin, Northampton and Washington counties for the damages incurred as a result of Tropical Storm Julia.
As the storm track for Hurricane Matthew continues to fluctuate, Governor Pat McCrory confirmed that the state is prepared to respond at a moment’s notice and will provide assistance to our neighboring states if needed.
For the second time in two weeks, Governor Pat McCrory declared a State of Emergency for portions of eastern and central North Carolina in anticipation of Hurricane Matthew.
The State Highway Patrol proudly welcomed 30 new troopers at a graduation ceremony for the 139th basic highway patrol school. The celebration ended 29 weeks of extensive academic and physical training.
Raleigh, N.C. – Governor Pat McCrory and State Emergency Management officials are monitoring flooding conditions in central and eastern North Carolina following overnight rain.