NC Governor Stein Talks Storm Response, Future of Federal Funding Help

Multiple fatalities reported in Tropical Storm Chantal flooding in North Carolina

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein said July 8 that state officials were working to confirm the total number of fatalities.

NC Governor Stein talks storm response, future of federal funding help

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — When Chantal swept through Central North Carolina with heavy rain and intense flooding, it left behind a major mess. That’s now in the hands of local governments and communities. “These storms, the immediate response, is always local. It’s the local sheriff, local police, it’s their emergency management crews, and they are in regular communication, practically hourly communication with our folks with emergency management,”…

Governor Stein's message to people near Mebane dam: 'Folks need to be on their toes'

No homes in the community were destroyed by the slight dam breach at Lake Michael, but officials say nine homes had to be evacuated.

Gov. Josh Stein tours flooded Mebane, urges preparedness as state awaits emergency services budget

Gov. Josh Stein visited Lake Michael Park in Mebane, one of the areas most impacted by Tropical Depression Chantal, to assess flood damage and highlight the critical role of proactive government measures in averting disaster.

Gov. Stein visits areas hardest hit by Chantal flooding - WCCB Charlotte's CW

ALAMANCE COUNTY, NC — North Carolina Governor Josh Stein is visiting some of the areas hardest hit by Tropical Storm Chantal. He stopped in Alamance and Orange counties on Tuesday.  Officials in Mebane say work was already underway on a nearby dam when Helene hit the mountains last fall with historic levels of rain.  Governor Stein noted that recent repairs to that dam may have saved thousands of lives. Local officials worried the dam might fail…

Flood: NEMA Deploys ambulances to Boost Emergency Preparedness

As part of proactive measures to enhance emergency response and save lives during the 2025 flood season, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has deployed Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) ambulances to some of its Operation Offices across the country. The Director General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, approved the deployment following an assessment that revealed critical equipment gaps in some of the field offices. The decision aligns …