NC Emergency Management offers list of trusted local sources of information
North Carolina Emergency Management is asking western North Carolina residents and those wishing to donate to Helene recovery efforts to make sure they are using trusted sources of information.
"Since response to this disaster began, we have seen neighbors stepping up to take care of neighbors in a tremendous way," said North Carolina Emergency Management Director Will Ray. "County and municipal governments are often the best sources of up-to-date daily information regarding life-saving supplies, needs and humanitarian services being stood up in these local communities."
According to NCEM, this is the best way to get information on meal sites, points of distribution for commodities, and specific donation needs for counties. A list of reliable sources of local information and resources for each affected North Carolina county is available here.
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NCEM recommends following municipal and county governments on Facebook and other social media channels for the latest local information. Other trusted sources may include local law enforcement agencies and fire departments, chambers of commerce, established local and regional nonprofits, and churches active in providing humanitarian relief efforts.
Local radio stations are also helping get the word out about legitimate aid efforts. For those who do not have electricity or internet, local radio stations are also working to distribute up-to-date information to the communities they serve. A full list of radio stations broadcasting in western North Carolina can be found here.
You can also find general information regarding North Carolina's Helene response, relief and recovery effort here.
You can also help people affected by Hurricane Helene here. Your donation enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from this disaster. Donate now at redcross.org/abc.