Governor Josh Stein Visits Chapel Hill to Assess Storm Damage Caused by Tropical Storm Chantal

Strategic Insights -

Governor Josh Stein recently visited Chapel Hill to survey the damage caused by Tropical Storm Chantal, which struck central North Carolina on July 6. The storm brought heavy rainfall, causing widespread flooding, and impacting critical infrastructure, public and private property. During his visit, Governor Stein met with local officials, business owners, and residents affected by the storm, expressing gratitude for the efforts of emergency responders and vowing to support long-term recovery efforts.

Key Takeaways:

  • Tropical Storm Chantal brought heavy rainfall, causing flooding that impacted critical infrastructure, public and private property, and resulted in record or near-record water levels in several rivers, including the Haw River, Eno River, and Jordan Lake.
  • The storm affected various locations in central North Carolina, with some areas receiving as much as 9 to 12 inches of rain.
  • The State Emergency Response Team was activated on July 5, and Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency on July 16 to facilitate state and federal recovery assistance.
  • The Division of Emergency Management is working with local officials to assess the scope of damage caused by the storm, and a full damage assessment is expected to be completed in conjunction with federal partners.

Statistics:

  • Tropical Storm Chantal brought heavy rainfall to central North Carolina, with some locations receiving as much as 9 to 12 inches of rain.
  • The storm caused widespread flooding, impacting critical infrastructure, public and private property, and resulting in record or near-record water levels in several rivers.
  • The State Emergency Response Team was activated on July 5, and Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency on July 16.
  • The Division of Emergency Management is working with local officials to assess the scope of damage caused by the storm, with a full damage assessment expected to be completed in conjunction with federal partners.

Sources:

  • "TTropical Storm Chantal Impact on North Carolina" – North Carolina Office of the Governor, [no date]
  • "Governor Stein Declares State of Emergency in Wake of Tropical Storm Chantal" – North Carolina Office of the Governor, July 16