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

Strategic Insights

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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, resulting in record or near-record water levels in the Haw River, the Eno River, and Jordan Lake, among others. The governor met with local officials, business owners, and residents affected by the storm, offering support and assistance to those in need.

Key Takeaways:

  • Governor Josh Stein 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, resulting in record or near-record water levels in the Haw River, the Eno River, and Jordan Lake, among others.
  • The State Emergency Response Team has been activated since July 5, providing information, resources, and support to local emergency managers and first responders.
  • 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 Tropical Storm Chantal.
  • The declaration along with the assessment analysis will determine possible additional support for residents, businesses, and local governments to accelerate the recovery process.
  • Governor Stein expressed gratitude to emergency responders for their work in keeping people safe during the flashfloods and in the aftermath of the storm.

Statistics:

  • Tropical Storm Chantal caused record or near-record water levels in the Haw River, the Eno River, and Jordan Lake, among others.
  • The storm brought as much as 9 to 12 inches of rain to some locations.
  • Since July 5, the State Emergency Response Team has been activated and engaged with local emergency managers and first responders.
  • Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency on July 16.

Sources:

  • Office of the Governor, [North Carolina Governor’s Office] (no date mentioned in the original text)
  • North Carolina Emergency Management, [NC Emergency Management] (no date mentioned in the original text)

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