Rain-damage assessments underway; will exceed $150,000 | Eastern NC Now

The effects of last week's 20 inches of rain are currently being assessed, according to Washington City Manager James Smith.

ENCNow
    The effects of last week's 20 inches of rain are currently being assessed, according to Washington City Manager James Smith:

    Yesterday, Washington City departments who have been involved in the flood response and recovery process met with multiple teams including FEMA, State emergency response and SBA simultaneously to assess damages to homes, businesses, roads, public buildings and other infrastructure. Once the damage assessments are completed later this week, Gov. Perdue will request federal financial assistance for those counties that meet federal thresholds of eligibility. The threshold as we understand it is $150,000 worth of damage in Beaufort County. City directly related response and damage costs total about $50,000. In addition to this DOT has experienced significant damage to roads and culverts in the Voice of America area and on Old Bath Highway/Highland Drive. I'm sure the total will be in excess of $150,000. This does not include losses experienced by homeowners and renters. If the federal government grants that request, it clears the way for FEMA to provide low-interest loans or grants to storm victims and reimbursement of the City's extraordinary expense.

    In the meantime, people who have had damage from the storm should follow these steps:

1. People with storm damage to their homes, property, businesses or crops should first call their insurance agent to determine what type of coverage they have and discuss any claims. Homeowners insurance policies typically do not cover damage caused by flooding. Those with flood insurance can file a claim with the National Flood Insurance Program by calling 1-800-638-6620 or visiting www.floodsmart.gov.

2. Those who have no insurance should call the Beaufort County Emergency Management Office at 252-946-2046 to register.

3. Those who have insurance coverage but are informed that they do not have enough should also call the County Emergency Management Office.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) also has assistance available to businesses. Information regarding that assistance is attached.

Go Back


Leave a Guest Comment

Your Name or Alias
Your Email Address ( your email address will not be published )
Enter Your Comment ( text only please )




Highway 264 West of Washington, NC is Still Closed The Region Carolina Pregnancy Center holds Legacy of Life Gala fundraiser


HbAD0

Latest The Region

The great misnomer for non Christians that the day Jesus Christ was executed by occupying Romans, celebrated by Christians as "Good" Friday, must be a paradox of ominous proportions.
A North Carolina State Senate race is heading for a recount after the two pro-Trump Republicans come down to a two vote margin.
This is simply a failure of will, and we are here to help impose that will today, so that to me is the simple punchline," said State Treasurer Brad Briner. "I appreciate the leaders of Rocky Mount being here, but we need to get to a place where there is the will to fix a very, very serious problem.”
Our office is monitoring the likelihood of severe weather across Eastern NC for tomorrow. Forecast details for Beaufort County include:
This morning’s update included minor adjustments to snow accumulations, with Beaufort County forecasted to receive between 8 and 12 inches.
This afternoon’s update continues to indicate “Major Impacts” (Dangerous driving conditions, closures, disruptions with normal daily activities, etc.) from this weekend’s winter weather with Beaufort County currently forecasted to receive 10 and 14 inches of snow.
While this afternoon’s update once again included increased probabilities of moderate to major impacts, it will likely be tomorrow before we receive specific accumulation details.
Our probability for experiencing “Moderate Impacts” (hazardous driving conditions, closures, disruptions with normal daily activities, etc.) increased to between 60 and 80% with this morning’s update
Our office continues to monitor the forecasted potential of another round of winter weather for this Saturday and Sunday.

HbAD1

This afternoon’s update continues to shift winter weather impacts further west and north, with Beaufort County now forecasted to receive less than 1/8 of an inch of accumulating ice from freezing rain, and little to no measurable snow.
Today's weather updates have suggested slightly warmer temperatures for our area than was previously forecasted, which is shifting significant snow and freezing rain accumulations further west and north.
Like many of you, our office has been monitoring the potential for impactful winter weather this weekend. Current forecast details for Beaufort County include:
A federal judge will not issue an injunction blocking local Watauga County election districts created by the Republican-led North Carolina General Assembly.
The FBI has captured Alejandro “Alex” Rosales Castillo, who is on the 10 Most Wanted Fugitive list and wanted in connection with a 2016 murder in Charlotte.
A major redevelopment project planned in Morehead City has been scrapped following strong public opposition over the use of eminent domain.
The Christmas Story is told best through the voice of the Apostle Luke. Hallelujah, The Christ Child is born!
I found these (Piano) guys, when I was searching for Christmas Carols, specifically "Carol of the Bells".
Sarah McLachlan has always been a guilty pleasure of mine. As an impassioned "rocker," with somewhat of a sentimental streak, I have always dug talented balladeers, especially the females.

HbAD2

As we approach the Yuletide season, we are requesting that our readers send us Christmas greetings, through song, story, or verse that is important to you.
This rendition of "Fairytale of New York" rivals the original, and once again puts Walk Off the Earth as one of the great cover bands of all time.
There were no major changes in the forecast for our area with this morning’s update. While much of Beaufort Co. could see a mix of rain and snow later today, impactful accumulations will remain to our north and west.
We are currently monitoring a forecast for cold rain with a late mix of snow for tomorrow afternoon.
“I remember getting tossed up into the air, and then I landed in this crater that the IED had created,” he recalled.
North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) Secretary Eddie Buffaloe Jr. will be taking on a new role as the new deputy chief for the Raleigh Police Department’s Administrative Services Division.
Thanksgiving as a holiday just makes profound sense. It is one of the Unites States's oldest holidays and is emblematic of who Americans are ... or maybe were.
Johnson greenlights legislation to reverse the controversial phone records provision passed in the government funding bill

HbAD3

 
 
Back to Top