Stein declares State of Emergency ahead of potential tropical impacts
RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — As North Carolina prepares for potential impacts from Tropical Depression Nine the governor declared a State of Emergency.
Saturday Governor Josh Stein declared a State of Emergency according to a press release for a storm that could be named Imelda this weekend.
“North Carolinians across the state should prepare for tropical weather to bring heavy rainfall and potential flooding,” said Governor Josh Stein. “This State of Emergency will enable North Carolina’s State Emergency Response Team to mobilize resources and prepare for potential impacts. Forecasts remain uncertain, so it’s important that North Carolinians get prepared now, have emergency kits ready, and listen to local emergency guidance to stay safe and informed.”
The State Emergency Response Team is readying swift water rescue teams, search and rescue task forces, law enforcement, National Guard, and other resources to support local response and logistical needs.
As the press release goes on, North Carolina residents and visitors are advised to follow local government on social media for more updates.
In the event of flooding, North Carolina Emergency Management officials recommend:
- Listen to local weather forecasts. Flooding can occur with little notice
- For coastal communities, know your zone
- Enable emergency alerts on your cell phone to receive notifications from the National Weather Service
- Don’t attempt to go around barricades or closed road signs
- Turn around don’t drown
- Don’t walk through moving water. Just 6 inches of moving water can knock a person down.
