NC Emergency Management puts together “fact vs. rumor” webpage to combat misinformation about Helene
On the page, the Department of Public Safety breaks down what they say are some of the most-shared rumors about Helene making ...
No, the government is not seizing Chimney Rock; Rutherford County Emergency Management debunk social media rumors
Officials are trying to debunk rumors spreading on social media in the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastation of western ...
Harris Visits North Carolina Amid Helene’s Devastation As Trump Denounces Admin’s Emergency Response
Harris said this week that she wanted to “personally take a look at the devastation, which is extraordinary.” She expressed ...
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Local emergency management agency adapts preparations as extreme weather intensifies
In Hamilton County, that has meant buying more supplies for emergency shelters, strengthening relationships with ...
Should Honolulu’s Emergency Management Chief Need Minimum Qualifications?
A charter amendment proposal would include a requirement for at least five years of experience in emergency management or ...
Recent fire highlights need for farms to have an emergency management plans
A farm emergency plan can take many forms but should include a contacts list, a detailed farm description and map, and an ...
Richmond Emergency Management sends portable 911 systems to dispatchers in southwest Virginia
“Basically, it is a call-taking station in a box,” Willoughby said. The city sent five of these portable dispatch systems, ...
Greeneville/Greene County Emergency Management to distribute water to residents in need
The Greeneville/Greene County Office of Emergency management will be distributing water to those who need it on Monday, ...
In visit to Augusta, VP Harris says feds will reimburse emergency costs related to Helene
President Joe Biden approved 100% federal reimbursement for local and state emergency costs related to Hurricane Helene, Vice ...
Construction to begin on Washington County emergency center, set for completion in mid-2025
FAYETTEVILLE -- Construction on the new Washington County Emergency Operations Center should begin soon. "We expect to turn ...