Topics Related to Disaster Recovery

Lingering Impacts from Tropical System Debby Expected Through the Weekend

Governor Roy Cooper and state leaders urged people to continue exercising caution throughout the weekend as Tropical System Debby exits North Carolina.

Tropical Storm Debby Continues to Bring Heavy Rain and Flooding Across NC

Tropical Storm Debby continues to bring heavy rain and flooding across North Carolina on Thursday.

Governor Cooper Urges Caution as Tropical Storm Debby Impacts North Carolina

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper and state leaders urged people to beware of drenching rains and flooded roads as Tropical Storm Debby begins to impact the state. The Governor declared a State of Emergency on Monday to speed preparations for Tropical Storm Debby’s arrival.

Governor Cooper Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Severe Weather

Today, Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency ahead of severe weather expected across the state.

Governor Cooper Signs State Disaster Declaration for the City of Marion in McDowell County

Today, Governor Roy Cooper signed a Type I state disaster declaration for the City of Marion in McDowell County following damages from a severe rain event that led to flash flooding on

Governor Cooper Signs State Disaster Declaration for Gaston and Surrounding Counties Affected by EF-1 Tornadoes

On Thursday, May 23, 2024, Governor Roy Cooper signed a Type I state disaster declaration for individual assistance for Gaston County and contiguous counties that suffered damage from two E

Governor Cooper Signs State Disaster Declaration for Catawba and Surrounding Counties Affected by EF-1 Tornado

On Wednesday, February 7, 2024, Governor Roy Cooper signed a Type I state disaster declaration for individual assistance for Catawba County and contiguous counties that suffered damage from an EF-1 tornado on January 9, 2024.

Governor Cooper Declares State of Emergency in Duplin and Sampson Counties in Response to Flooding and Infrastructure Impacts on Agriculture from Nor’easter

Today, Governor Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency for Duplin and Sampson counties in response to the effects of heavy rain and flooding on the agricultural sector in those counties.

Governor Cooper Expands State of Emergency in Response to Ongoing Wildfires in Western North Carolina

Today, Governor Roy Cooper expanded the State of Emergency declared on Nov. 8 in response to the ongoing wildfires in Western North Carolina and the continued drought conditions and elevated fire risk throughout the state.

Governor Cooper Signs State of Emergency in Response to Ongoing Wildfires in Western North Carolina

Today, Governor Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency in response to the ongoing wildfires in Western North Carolina and the continued drought conditions throughout the state.