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Active-duty military winding down Hurricane Helene recovery mission in western North Carolina

Posted on October 23, 2024October 23, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

The Pentagon said on Tuesday that National Guard soldiers and FEMA personnel will remain “actively engaged” in the region. ARLINGTON, Va. — Active-duty military forces will soon begin winding down their support of Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in North Carolina. The Pentagon’s spokesman said Tuiesday that Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is “incredibly proud of their selfless service and sacrifice.” The devastating tropical cyclone slammed part of the Tar Heel state in late September, killing…

Right-wing political activists call for NC lawmakers to decide 2024 presidential election results after Hurricane Helene's impact

Posted on October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

A group of right-wing political activists is calling for North Carolina lawmakers to decide how the state votes in 2024, overriding the right of the people to cast their ballots. The group said Hurricane Helene’s damage has made it impossible to have a secure election. Ivan Raiklin has dubbed himself former President Donald Trump’s “secretary of retribution.” Raiklin was a speaker this past weekend at a Christian Nationalist rally in Selma. He told the crowd…

Grove Park Inn cancels National Gingerbread House Competition for 2024 due to Hurricane Helene devastation

Posted on October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

Organizers of the annual National Gingerbread House Competition have canceled this year’s event due to the damage from Hurricane Helene. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Asheville and the surrounding communities have struggled to recover, leading to Grove Park Inn’s decision to cancel the competition. It was supposed to be the 32nd year for the event. “We are saddened that we cannot come together formally this year to honor their ginger-works-of-art, but we eagerly look…

Trump makes more debunked claims about FEMA as he surveys storm damage in North Carolina

Posted on October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

5 minutes ago Donald Trump makes a campaign stop in Asheboro on Aug. 21, 2024 (Photo: Pool) RUTHERFORDTON, NC (AP) — Surveying storm damage in North Carolina, former President Donald Trump on Monday blasted federal emergency responders whose work has been stymied by armed harassment and a deluge of misinformation, but he said he was not concerned that the aftermath of Hurricane Helene would affect election results in the battleground state. Trump was asked whether it was helpful to criticize hurricane…

Hundreds rescued, sheriff stranded on truck roof after deadly flooding in New Mexico

Posted on October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

13 seconds ago NEW MEXICO (CBS NEWS) — The New Mexico National Guard continued search and rescue operations Sunday in Roswell after record rainfall produced severe flooding in and around the city and Chaves County and left at least two people dead. The flooding even forced a local sheriff to seek safety on top of his police truck when it became stranded in water that rose up to the windows. Guard officials said 309 people…

In North Carolina, Trump and Harris navigate a hurricane and a rollercoaster governor’s race

Posted on October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

7 minutes ago Trump supporter, Renee Kyro of Lake Lure, North Carolina at the Team Trump bus tour across North Carolina, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 in Rutherfordton, N.C. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek) RUTHERFORDTON, N.C. (AP) — Renee Kyro already has voted for Republican nominee Donald Trump for the third consecutive presidential election. But she plans to volunteer for the first time, reaching out to her neighbors in hurricane-battered western North Carolina to make sure they have a voting…

In North Carolina, Trump and Harris navigate a hurricane and a rollercoaster governor's race

Posted on October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

RUTHERFORDTON, N.C. (AP) — Renee Kyro already has voted for Republican nominee Donald Trump for the third consecutive presidential election. But she plans to volunteer for the first time, reaching out to her neighbors in hurricane-battered western North Carolina to make sure they have a voting plan amid a flurry of precinct changes. “I want to say I’m confident he wins, but I’m worried that people are just overwhelmed and may need some help or…

Family of Tennessee employee who died in Hurricane Helene flooding files wrongful death lawsuit

Posted on October 19, 2024October 19, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

Johnny Peterson was among the Impact Plastics employees who died Sept. 27 after Helene’s flooding hit Erwin, a small, rural town in eastern TN. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The family of a Tennessee employee who was killed by catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Helene has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the company he worked for, arguing that workers were forced to stay at their posts even when managers knew conditions were becoming dangerous. Johnny Peterson was…

IRS issues warning on charity scams in NC following hurricane relief efforts

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

In the wake of Hurricanes Milton and Helene, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued a warning to North Carolina taxpayers about scammers posing as charitable organizations to get personal and financial information from unsuspecting donors. Scammers commonly set up fake charities to take advantage of peoples’ generosity during natural disasters and other tragic events. “Many people want to assist survivors and their families by donating to charities,” said Danny Werfel, IRS Commissioner. “Unfortunately, criminals frequently…

IRS warns North Carolina taxpayers of charity scams following recent hurricanes

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

7 minutes ago Photo: IRS/MGN CHARLOTTE, NC (WWAY) — In the aftermath of Hurricanes Milton and Helene, the IRS cautioned North Carolina taxpayers of scammers who use fake charities to gather sensitive personal and financial data from unsuspecting donors. Scammers commonly set up fake charities to take advantage of peoples’ generosity during natural disasters and other tragic events. “Many people want to help survivors and their families by donating to charities,” said IRS Commissioner Danny…

N.C. Aquariums offering reduced admission to people impacted by Hurricane Helene

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

13 seconds ago Fish swim around in a tank at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (Photo-Conor Doherty). RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) – North Carolina Aquariums at Fort Fisher, Pine Knoll Shores, and Roanoke Island are offering $5 admission for each visitor in a group of four from Friday, Oct. 18 to Friday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to residents of 27 N.C. counties impacted by Hurricane Helene. Jennette’s Pier is offering complimentary…

Lee County teacher missing for weeks after Helene flooding, family asks for help

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

A Lee County Middle School teacher has been missing for weeks after her home in Avery County was swept away by Helene’s floodwaters. Kim Ashby was last seen in a red shirt and black pants floating down the river after the floodwaters carried away her home in Elk Park. Her husband was found alive days later, 2 miles away. He is recovering and refuses to leave the area until his wife is found. Kim’s daughter, Jessica Meidinger,…

‘We had about a 70-80% crop lost’ | York County apple orchards feeling the aftermath of April’s hail storm

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

Multiple apple orchards in York County say their crops were destroyed in April. YORK COUNTY, S.C. — The aftermath of the hail storm that blew through the Carolinas in April is still being felt now months later. Multiple apple orchards in York County say their crops were destroyed. “It did a lot of damage, not only to buildings and vehicles – but also unfortunately to our apple crop this season,” Matthew Gusmer, a manager at the…

Governor Cooper joins Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg in Western NC to survey storm damage

Posted on October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

6 minutes ago Photo: WLOS RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — Governor Roy Cooper joined United States Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg in Western North Carolina Thursday for a briefing on recovery efforts with federal officials and view damaged areas in Asheville and Canton. The Governor and Secretary Buttigieg also visited a damaged section of I-40. “Today I spent time on the ground in Asheville, Canton and at a damaged portion of I-40, helping federal, state and…

NC hospitals innovate with Gatorade, Pedialyte amid IV fluid shortage post-Hurricane Helene

Posted on October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

Distribution of IV fluids to most hospitals nationwide were reduced 40-60% after the nation’s largest manufacturer was hit by Hurricane Helene. The Baxter North Cove facility in Marion, N.C., produced roughly 1.5 million bags a day. The location is responsible for about 60% of the country’s supply of IV fluids. Duke University Hospital’s Chief Quality Officer Dr. Jon Bae said there is a shortage of “a lot of the traditional IV fluids, normal saline, Lactated…

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