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Deadline Extended to Feb. 10 to Participate in STEP Program for Florence Home Repairs
The deadline for a special program to provide rapid repairs to homes damaged by Hurricane Florence has been extended to Sunday, February 10, 2019 Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
First Hurricane Assistance Checks Go to Fishermen, Gov. Cooper Announces $11.6 Million Fund to Help Commercial Fishing Industry Recover from Hurricane Florence
North Carolina commercial fishermen hit hard by Hurricane Florence will soon get relief as part of $11.6 million being distributed by the state Division of Marine Fisheries, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
FEMA Specialists to Offer Mitigation Tips at Lowe’s in Shallotte
Disaster survivors can get tips and advice on how to protect their families and their homes from future disasters at the Lowe’s in Shallotte Feb. 4 through Feb. 16.
FEMA Specialists to Offer Mitigation Tips at Lowe’s in Fayetteville
Disaster survivors can get tips and advice on how to protect their families and their homes from future disasters at the Lowe’s in Fayetteville Feb. 4 through Feb. 16.
Community Mitigation Resiliency Workshop in Fayetteville
Fayetteville area residents can get tips and advice on how to protect their families and their homes from future disasters at the College Lake Recreation Center in Fayetteville on Feb. 5.
Community Mitigation Resiliency Workshop in Lumberton
Robeson County residents can get tips and advice on how to protect their families and their homes from future disasters at the Emergency Operations Center in Lumberton on Feb. 7.
Homeowners With Substantial Damage/Improvement to Homes Have Options
In communities affected by Hurricane Florence, local building officials or floodplain managers may find that a structure has been “substantially damaged” and must be updated to meet the requirements of floodplain ordinances.
Friday Feb. 1 is the Deadline to Participate in STEP for Hurricane Florence Home Repairs
North Carolinians who are eligible for a special program to provide rapid repairs to homes damaged by Hurricane Florence must take action by Friday, February 1, 2019, Governor Roy Cooper urged today.
SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Centers Will Close on Feb. 4 In Craven, New Hanover and Onslow Counties
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today, that due to a steady decrease of activity, the Disaster Loan Outreach Centers located in Jacksonville, New Bern and Wilmington, North Carolina will cease operations on Monday, Feb. 4.
FEMA Specialists Offer Mitigation Tips at Home Improvement Stores
Disaster survivors can get tips and advice on how to protect their families and their homes from future disasters at several area home improvement stores.

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