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Relief Efforts Making Progress in Central and Eastern North Carolina

Governor Pat McCrory is urging people to be aware of dangerous conditions that persist in flooded areas even as relief efforts are making progress in central and eastern North Carolina in response to Hurricane Matthew.

"Although floodwaters are receding and relief efforts are making progress, all residents and visitors need to remain vigilant in areas that were impacted by Hurricane Matthew," said Governor McCrory. "We will continue working together with local and federal partners to help those in need."

FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Johnston and Wayne Counties Wednesday

 North Carolina residents who suffered losses and damage as a result of Hurricane Matthew can get information about federal assistance at a disaster recovery center opening in Johnston and Wayne counties.

Updated Conserve and Boil Water Advisory in Certain Areas After Hurricane Matthew

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. State officials encourage citizens with septic and private well systems to be mindful of water usage after the storm.

Temporary sites open to accept debris from Hurricane Matthew

Under the direction of Governor Pat McCrory, the state environmental department is helping communities rebuild and recover from the devastating impacts of Hurricane Matthew.The department is working with local governments to establish locations where storm debris can be temporarily stored and processed.

US 74 Opens near Robeson-Columbus County Line

The Department of Transportation has reopened a section of U.S. 74 closed by floodwater from Hurricane Matthew last week. A section of the highway at the Robeson-Columbus County line has been put into a two-lane, two-way pattern while repairs to the roadway are continuing.

A second section of U.S. 74 has a right lane closure near N.C. 130 in Robeson County.

Four More Counties Added for Disaster Unemployment Assistance

The Division of Employment Security (DES) has announced that the following counties have been approved for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) due to the effects of Hurricane Matthew: Craven County, Martin County, Tyrrell County, and Washington County.

Deadline for Matthew-Related Replacement Food and Nutrition Benefits Extended to Oct. 28

Food and Nutrition Services beneficiaries in eastern North Carolina who lost food because of Hurricane Matthew now have an additional 10 days to request replacement benefits.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has extended the period for Food and Nutrition Services recipients to request replacement benefits to Oct. 28 if they experienced food losses that can be attributed to the hurricane.

I-95 Reopens in Cumberland and Robeson Counties

Thanks to Department of Transportation and contractor crews working around the clock over the weekend, I-95 was reopened in both directions in Cumberland and Robeson counties this morning.

Governor McCrory Tours Flooded Areas in Craven and Pender Counties and Updates Relief Efforts

New Bern, N.C. – Governor Pat McCrory visited flood-affected areas in Craven and Pender counties today, and provided an update on the ongoing recovery efforts in response to flooding brought by Hurricane Matthew.

How to Replace Documents Lost in the Recent Flooding Caused by Hurricane Matthew

Events such as the flooding caused by Hurricane Matthew commonly result in the loss of important documents. North Carolinians can use the following resources to replace lost or damaged documents and records.

SNAP Card (Food Stamps): 1-866-719-0141
Website: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/dss/local-county-social-services-offices