Tropical Storm Chantal Resources

Tropical Storm Chantal has brought significant damage and disruption to communities across our region. This page is a central hub for reliable, up-to-date resources to support individuals, families, and businesses in the aftermath of the storm. Here, you’ll find county-specific information on emergency assistance, recovery services, shelter options, donation opportunities, and long-term rebuilding efforts. Whether you're looking for immediate help or ways to support your neighbors, we’re committed to connecting you with the tools and support you need to recover and rebuild. We will continue to update this page with relevant information. It is an evolving aggregation of resources. Please continue to check back for updates. 

NC Emergency Management

Durham County Resources

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City of Durham Resources

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Pre-storm Preparedness

National Preparedness Month ResourcesU.S Census Preparedness DataNCSU Hurricane Preparedness check-listPublic Records Safety: The State Archives of NC encourages all agencies to begin preparation to protect records. Best practices include the following:Stabilize your records storage area and ensure records are 3-6 inches off the floor, in record boxes, clearly labeled, removed from bottom drawers, and covered to protect from water damage.Locate the records and disposition schedule for records in your office: available here.Compile an inventory of records and their location.Compile information on disaster recovery vendors.Compile an emergency staff contact list.Employer Emergency Preparedness & Emergency Transportation Options

Post-storm Recovery

Disaster Recovery GuideLegal Services and Disaster Assistance for Older AdultsDuke Energy Outage TrackingSchool of Government Resource SiteSample documents such as state of emergency declarations and debris removal contracts are available at the "Sample Documents" link.Disaster Overtime Pay Reimbursement and Personnel Policy Provisions guide sheet prepared on FEMA reimbursement requirements Personnel Policy Disaster Overtime Pay Sample Provision.pdf.FEMA procurement guidelines and contracting check-list are available at the "Sample Documents" link.FEMA Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT) resources (including procurement guidelines, contract provisions, etc.), click here.Helping Local Businesses Recover from Disasters (SBTDC and other partner organizations), click here.Helping Local Businesses Get Disaster Contracts (SBTDC PTAC assistance), click here.The NC Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) can educate businesses in your community on vendor registration and where to find opportunities, review bids/proposals and provide guidance on contracts.NC League of Municipalities Emergency Preparedness resources, click here.

Weather Tracking and Updates

National Weather Service - RaleighTwitter: @NWSRaleighCounty-specific Emergency Contact InformationWeather Updates App - READY NC