Dozens missing after of Tropical Storm hit North Carolina, U.S.
As many as 35 people are reported missing or unaccounted for after flash floods in North Carolina brought by torrential rainfall from Tropical Storm ‘Fred’. Governor Roy Cooper issued a State of Emergency on 18 August to activate the state’s emergency operations plan.Officials said 10 to 15 bridges in Haywood County have been damaged or destroyed.
In a statement, the governor said nearly a foot of rain (300 mm) has fallen over the past three days in some areas of Western North Carolina from the remnants of Tropical Storm Fred and the rains that preceded it, and record flooding is occurring. More than 98 people have been rescued from floodwaters in western counties.
“This state of emergency will allow our first responders to get into our affected communities quickly to save lives, restore power, remove debris and bring supplies,” said Governor Cooper. “North Carolina is strong and resilient, and we’re committed to helping people and businesses recover as quickly as possible.”
Haywood County appears to be the most severely impacted, where historic flooding is happening along the Pigeon River. In a statement of 18 August the Emergency Services Department said “at this time we have around 35 people still unaccounted for. Several people were located safe and reunited with their families, and several others were added to the list throughout the day as loved ones called in.”
Water systems in the towns of Canton and Clyde have been impacted and boil water advisories are in effect.
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