Hurricane Matthew Recovery Update
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Update Governor Pat McCrory November 1, 2016
Hurricane Matthew Overview Peak of the Storm • • • • •
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800,000+ power outages 3,744 occupants in 109 shelters 34 school systems closed 635 roads closed Significant rainfall set new records in 17 counties
Today • • • • •
1,000 power outages 248 occupants in 4 shelters 0 school systems closed 300 roads closed Final river reached flood stages on October 24
Total Rainfall Accumulation
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Hurricane Matthew Response • 2,300+ swift water rescues using 79 boat crews
• 90+ air rescues • 27 storm-related fatalities • Deployed: – 1,000+ NC National Guard – 151 high water and rescue vehicles – 1,000+ State Highway Patrol
• Signed Executive Order waiving weight limits for trucks to get crops out of the fields 4
Hurricane Matthew Recovery • Executive Order calling for flexibility with school calendar • 42 counties: Public or Individual federal Assistance • 31 counties: Disaster Food Assistance • 35 counties: Disaster Unemployment Assistance • 41 counties: Tax filing deadline extended • 41 counties: Waived DMV fees • 9 counties: Transitional Sheltering Assistance 5
Federal Assistance Approved • Yesterday, Halifax County was approved for individual and public assistance and Brunswick County approved for individual assistance • 37 counties for individual and public assistance • 5 counties approved for public assistance only • More than $61 million already approved for individuals • 18 disaster recovery centers open 6
Timeline for Supplemental Disaster Relief Recommendations November 1 November
First meeting of the Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee. Preliminary damage assessments completed. State Emergency Response Task Force continues to operationalize programs and identify needs unmet by existing federal programs.
November 14
Governor McCrory formally submits North Carolina’s request for supplemental federal disaster assistance to the delegation as Congress returns to work.
Week of November 14
The Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee begins region wide tour to engage stakeholders. The first meeting will be held in Lumberton.
Week of December 5
The Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee continues to develop recommendations to address remaining unmet needs with state and private funds. Congress appropriates supplemental disaster assistance for North Carolina.
Late November/ Early December
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Following appropriation of the supplemental federal disaster recovery assistance package, Governor McCrory submits supplemental state disaster assistance package recommendations to the General Assembly and calls a special session. Governor McCrory signs the Hurricane Matthew Recovery Act. Legislation to fund disaster recovery efforts, modify school calendar laws, and make other omnibus changes to law as necessary to implement recovery.
Timeline for Supplemental Disaster Relief Recommendations Federal Appropriation Congress appropriates supplemental federal disaster assistance package
Reassess Unmet Needs Governor reassess unmet needs pending availability of federal supplemental assistance
Special Session Governor calls General Assembly special session, submits recommended supplemental relief package
Leverage Private Sector Support for Impacted Communities 8
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee While we have come a long way, there is a long road to rebuild and fully recover from the devastation of Hurricane Matthew.
The Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee is charged with:
Fundraising for housing and small business recovery 9
Community outreach
Developing long-term plans for sustainable recovery
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee Governor Thomas Stith Chief of Staff
Mike Sprayberry Director, Emergency Management
State Disaster Recovery Task Force
Local Elected Officials of impacted towns and counties 10
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee
N.C. Disaster Relief Fund private funds
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee Roles and Responsibilities State Disaster Recovery Task Force
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee
Mike Sprayberry Director, Emergency Management
Thomas Stith Chairman, Chief of Staff
Operationalizing existing federal relief programs available to N.C. under the Stafford Act
Fundraising for housing and small business recovery
Communicating with federal partners, local officials, and families to meet immediate needs
Visit communities impacted and work with local leaders to identify and prioritize unmet needs
Conduct damage assessments, assess availability of federal funds, and identify unmet needs
Engaging community leaders in a comprehensive effort to study, plan and prepare to rebuild resilient and sustainable communities
Shared Duties Develop recommendations to address needs unmet by existing federal relief programs for Governor’s consideration in supplemental federal and state aid requests. Meet with experts regarding planning and economic development strategy. 11
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee Historical Comparison to Hurricane Floyd
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The Best of North Carolina
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Or visit NCDisasterRelief.org 14
Hurricane Matthew Overview Peak of the Storm • • • • •
2
800,000+ power outages 3,744 occupants in 109 shelters 34 school systems closed 635 roads closed Significant rainfall set new records in 17 counties
Today • • • • •
1,000 power outages 248 occupants in 4 shelters 0 school systems closed 300 roads closed Final river reached flood stages on October 24
Total Rainfall Accumulation
3
Hurricane Matthew Response • 2,300+ swift water rescues using 79 boat crews
• 90+ air rescues • 27 storm-related fatalities • Deployed: – 1,000+ NC National Guard – 151 high water and rescue vehicles – 1,000+ State Highway Patrol
• Signed Executive Order waiving weight limits for trucks to get crops out of the fields 4
Hurricane Matthew Recovery • Executive Order calling for flexibility with school calendar • 42 counties: Public or Individual federal Assistance • 31 counties: Disaster Food Assistance • 35 counties: Disaster Unemployment Assistance • 41 counties: Tax filing deadline extended • 41 counties: Waived DMV fees • 9 counties: Transitional Sheltering Assistance 5
Federal Assistance Approved • Yesterday, Halifax County was approved for individual and public assistance and Brunswick County approved for individual assistance • 37 counties for individual and public assistance • 5 counties approved for public assistance only • More than $61 million already approved for individuals • 18 disaster recovery centers open 6
Timeline for Supplemental Disaster Relief Recommendations November 1 November
First meeting of the Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee. Preliminary damage assessments completed. State Emergency Response Task Force continues to operationalize programs and identify needs unmet by existing federal programs.
November 14
Governor McCrory formally submits North Carolina’s request for supplemental federal disaster assistance to the delegation as Congress returns to work.
Week of November 14
The Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee begins region wide tour to engage stakeholders. The first meeting will be held in Lumberton.
Week of December 5
The Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee continues to develop recommendations to address remaining unmet needs with state and private funds. Congress appropriates supplemental disaster assistance for North Carolina.
Late November/ Early December
7
Following appropriation of the supplemental federal disaster recovery assistance package, Governor McCrory submits supplemental state disaster assistance package recommendations to the General Assembly and calls a special session. Governor McCrory signs the Hurricane Matthew Recovery Act. Legislation to fund disaster recovery efforts, modify school calendar laws, and make other omnibus changes to law as necessary to implement recovery.
Timeline for Supplemental Disaster Relief Recommendations Federal Appropriation Congress appropriates supplemental federal disaster assistance package
Reassess Unmet Needs Governor reassess unmet needs pending availability of federal supplemental assistance
Special Session Governor calls General Assembly special session, submits recommended supplemental relief package
Leverage Private Sector Support for Impacted Communities 8
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee While we have come a long way, there is a long road to rebuild and fully recover from the devastation of Hurricane Matthew.
The Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee is charged with:
Fundraising for housing and small business recovery 9
Community outreach
Developing long-term plans for sustainable recovery
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee Governor Thomas Stith Chief of Staff
Mike Sprayberry Director, Emergency Management
State Disaster Recovery Task Force
Local Elected Officials of impacted towns and counties 10
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee
N.C. Disaster Relief Fund private funds
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee Roles and Responsibilities State Disaster Recovery Task Force
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee
Mike Sprayberry Director, Emergency Management
Thomas Stith Chairman, Chief of Staff
Operationalizing existing federal relief programs available to N.C. under the Stafford Act
Fundraising for housing and small business recovery
Communicating with federal partners, local officials, and families to meet immediate needs
Visit communities impacted and work with local leaders to identify and prioritize unmet needs
Conduct damage assessments, assess availability of federal funds, and identify unmet needs
Engaging community leaders in a comprehensive effort to study, plan and prepare to rebuild resilient and sustainable communities
Shared Duties Develop recommendations to address needs unmet by existing federal relief programs for Governor’s consideration in supplemental federal and state aid requests. Meet with experts regarding planning and economic development strategy. 11
Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee Historical Comparison to Hurricane Floyd
12
The Best of North Carolina
13
Or visit NCDisasterRelief.org 14
