Press Releases Press Release Terms - Any -CensusCOVID-19Disaster RecoveryEducationEnvironmentHealthcareHurricane FlorenceInfrastructureJobs/EconomyMilitary/VeteransPublic SafetyWorkforce Development Governor Cooper Urges North Carolinians to Prepare for Hurricane Season Monday, May 2, 2022 at 12:00 PM The first week in May, Hurricane Preparedness Week, encourages preparedness and education about the dangers of hurricanes and remind everyone to be ready for tropical weather. Governor Cooper Reminds North Carolinians to Prepare for Severe Weather Monday, March 7, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed March 6-12 as Severe Weather Preparedness Week and is urging North Carolinians to prepare for severe weather that’s common during spring months. Hazardous Roads and Power Outages Remain After Winter Storm Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Cooper cautioned people to stay home today and stay safe, as most roads remain snow and ice covered, and thousands of homes and businesses in some coastal counties are without power. Governor and State Officials Urge Caution During Winter Weather Friday, January 21, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Roy Cooper and state officials are advising residents to not let their guard down, as the worst part of this winter storm is still to come later today and tomorrow. Governor Cooper Declares State of Emergency Before Second Winter Storm Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Roy Cooper has signed a state of emergency in advance of the second winter storm to move through the state in a week. Governor Cooper Urges Preparation in Advance of Winter Storm and Signs State of Emergency Friday, January 14, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Roy Cooper is urging people across North Carolina to prepare for a significant incoming winter storm and has signed a state of emergency in advance of the storm’s arrival. Governor Cooper Urges Caution and Safety During Severe Weather Monday, January 3, 2022 at 12:00 PM A strong storm system moving across North Carolina is bringing high winds, flooding, downed trees, power outages and snow in some areas. Governor Roy Cooper is urging North Carolinians to exercise caution during this severe weather today. State Prepares For Season’s First Winter Weather in Mountains, Severe Storms in Other Areas Sunday, January 2, 2022 at 12:00 PM Over the next 12-24 hours, portions of North Carolina could see severe storms, heavy rain, significant snowfall, gusty winds, and coastal flooding. Governor Roy Cooper urges North Carolinians to stay aware of the local weather forecast and prepare for the conditions expected in your area. USDA Disaster Declarations Granted for Eighteen Western North Carolina Counties to Support Recovery following Tropical Storm Fred Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at 12:00 PM United States Department of Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack has granted North Carolina’s request for a primary county disaster designation for twelve North Carolina counties following excessive rain and flooding from Tropical Storm Fred that occurred from August 15 through August 17, 2021. Major Disaster Declaration Granted for Seven Western North Carolina Counties Recovering after Tropical Storm Fred Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at 12:00 PM The White House and FEMA have granted Governor Roy Cooper’s Aug. 27 request for a major disaster declaration for seven North Carolina counties that were hit hard by floods after Tropical Storm Fred. Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 … Next page ›› Last page Last » Subscribe to Press Releases