Hurricane Helene Press Releases

North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is now accepting applications for grants funded through the 2025 House Bill 47, S.L. 2025-2, § 2A.2(7) for repair and reconstruction projects by Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters (VOADs).

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced over $14 million has been donated to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund since Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina earlier this fall.

Summary of updates on Helene recovery across the state as of Oct. 31, 2024.

Summary of updates on Helene recovery across the state as of Oct. 25, 2024.

Less than a month after Hurricane Helene hit Western North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper today shared a state budget recommendation to help rebuild stronger to withstand future storms. The recommendation includes an initial $3.9 billion package to begin rebuilding critical infrastructure, homes, businesses, schools and farms damaged during the storm.

As relief efforts continue in Western North Carolina, Governor Cooper is encouraging Western North Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene to enroll in Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP).

Helene hit North Carolina 25 days ago as the deadliest tropical storm in the state’s history. North Carolina continues leading a robust response and recovery with the support of federal, local, and non-profit partners. 

Summary of updates on Helene recovery across the state as of Oct. 21, 2024.