North Carolina, Chantal and flooding
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Tropical Storm Chantal hit a few dozen Chapel Hill stores and restaurants with major flooding when nearby creeks overflowed banks.
The storm caused the Eno River to set a new flooding record. The entire park is closed until further notice. Park officials are asking for the public’s patience as they continue damage assessment.
Chantal has weakened into a post-tropical cyclone and the flash flood threat from the storm has wanted, according to the National Hurricane Center.
About 100 residents were displaced by flooding from Tropical Depression Chantal, and the town must replace vehicles and equipment.
While survivors repair their homes and businesses, this week’s deadly flooding from Chantal raises larger questions about how North Carolina communities get ready for the next major storm.
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Public access to Jordan Lake is closed for the foreseeable future as the popular spot continues to see high water levels in the aftermath of Tropical Depression Chantal.
Days after the remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal dropped inches of rain across the area, Triangle cities are seeing flash flooding.
Alamance County officials set up a call center for residents with questions about flood damage, water and septic issues and other concerns.
The city of Mebane on Thursday announced it has resumed limited water treatment at its water treatment plant, but that the facility is still days away from being fully operational after it was damaged by flooding from Tropical Depression Chantal.
There are a few relief funds across North Carolina seeking donations to help disaster victims, including some self-started GoFundMes. NC Disaster Relief Fund: This fund supports non profit community organizations in North Carolina providing services in the aftermath of a disaster. You can donate at nccf.fcsuite.com.