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Tropical Depression Chantal, which hit North Carolina as a tropical depression on July 6 and 7, dumped 9 to 12 inches of rain and prompted flooding in low-lying areas near rivers and creeks. Some families and business owners face long roads to recovery.
North Carolina has declared a state of emergency after Tropical Storm Chantal caused severe flooding and at least six deaths
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – North Carolina Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency on Thursday, nearly two weeks after Tropical Storm Chantal devastated the region with severe rain and flash flooding. With recovery efforts underway, state agencies are now working to assess the damage.
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The State of Emergency was issued for 13 counties to help support long-term recovery efforts from flooding caused by Tropical Storm Chantal.
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has declared a state of emergency -- for areas impacted by Tropical Storm Chantal earlier this month.
A one-two punch from Chantal followed by severe weather in the state’s center has “overwhelmed the response and recovery efforts of local governments,” according to Gov. Stein’s executive
Chantal caused catastrophic flooding and six deaths in central North Carolina. Orange County leaders said the cost of repairs from Chantal will be about $30 million.