Governor Josh Stein visited Chapel Hill to assess the damage caused by Tropical Storm Chantal. During his visit, he met with local officials, business owners, and residents affected by the storm. The Governor toured businesses at Eastgate Crossing and apartments in Camelot Village.
“As recovery and cleanup efforts continue, I am grateful to the local and state emergency responders for their work to help keep people safe during the flashfloods and in the aftermath of Chantal,” said Governor Josh Stein. “Whether it’s business owners at Eastgate Crossing or residents in Camelot Village, people are working hard to get back on their feet. We must do everything we can to support them and facilitate long-term recovery. And our hearts go out to the families who lost loved ones.”
Tropical Storm Chantal struck central North Carolina on July 6, resulting in heavy rainfall ranging from 9 to 12 inches in some areas. The Haw River, Eno River, and Jordan Lake experienced record or near-record water levels. The flooding affected critical infrastructure as well as public and private properties.
Since July 5, the State Emergency Response Team has been active, collaborating with local emergency managers and first responders to provide necessary information, resources, and support. On July 16, Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency to enable state and federal recovery assistance.
The Division of Emergency Management is currently working with local officials to evaluate the extent of damage caused by Tropical Storm Chantal. As the full damage assessment progresses alongside relevant federal partners, this evaluation will determine any additional support that may be available for residents, businesses, and local governments to expedite recovery efforts and cover expenses incurred during the disaster response phase.
