Hurricane Helene Press Releases

2025 VOAD Disaster Recovery Grant Program

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).

Governor Josh Stein Advocating for $1.07 Billion to Rebuild Western NC

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Governor Cooper Announces Over $14 Million Donated to North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund for Helene Recovery

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.

Governor Cooper Highlights Tourism Industry in Western North Carolina at Grandfather Mountain, Surveys Storm Damage in Avery County

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

Governor Cooper Joins Meeting in Burke County with Western North Carolina Municipal and County Officials to Discuss Helene Recovery

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Governor Cooper Surveys Storm Damage in Polk County, Joins First Lady of the United States Jill Biden in Asheville as Unprecedented Response to Helene Continues

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

Governor Cooper Proposes $3.9 Billion in State Funding to Spur Hurricane Helene Relief and Recovery

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.

Governor Cooper Urges Western North Carolinians to Enroll in Disaster Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) as Relief Efforts Continue

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).

Response and Recovery Efforts in Western North Carolina

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. 

Governor Cooper Visits Community Care Station in Buncombe County with FEMA Administrator Criswell

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