Pender County Emergency Management recommends that you attend one of the many professional public firework displays that will be held at various locations around the area this Fourth of July.
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Pender County EM staff assisted the State of North Carolina today with the first part of installing a complete weather station and tide gauge on the new Surf City Bridge.
This is the first step but when the project is completed it will accessible online for everyone.
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***8 years ago today of the Juniper Road Fire***
Planning meeting before starting a small burnout operation on the west side of the fire to prevent it from moving closer to US Hwy 17.
The helicopter was here working the fire from Washington State.
Many people have been seeing large black columns of smoke in the rural parts of the county in the pass couple of days.
Farmers are burning wheat fields to assist in the planting process. These fire burn quickly and don’t last very long.
Every pay period, (based on a two-week pay period) we are suggesting items to pick up for your emergency kit in the event of a hurricane. By now you should have your water-tight tote.
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An important message from Pender County Utilities:
Eastern Pender County water restrictions remain in effect
HAMPSTEAD – The Stage 3 Mandatory Water Restrictions II remain in effect for Pender County Utilities (PCU)... facebook.com/penderem/posts/…
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The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Dense Fog
Advisory, which is in effect until 9 AM EDT this morning.
* VISIBILITIES ...One quarter mile or less at times.
* TIMING ...Now through 9 AM.
* IMPACTS ...Limited visibilities could make travel difficult.
Insurance Hotline
If you need help with your insurance claim or settlements, call the North Carolina Department of Insurance at 855-408-1212. For more information, go to NC Hurricane Claims.
Disaster Fraud Hotline
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Unmet Needs
FEMA works closely with state, federal, faith-based and voluntary agency partners. Survivors who do not qualify for FEMA disaster assistance may call 2-1-1, the statewide information and referral service... facebook.com/penderem/posts/…
NCDOT to Inspect New Surf City Bridge Lane closures expected with inspection
SURF CITY – The N.C. Department of Transportation will inspect the new Surf City Bridge next week.
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Pender County at a Glance from FEMA
Since the federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence, Pender County residents and local governments have been approved for approximately $131.6 million in state and federal... facebook.com/penderem/posts/…
Survivors of Hurricane Florence may qualify for tax relief from the Internal Revenue Service.
Taxpayers may be eligible for deadline extensions to file returns or pay taxes, and may be able to claim qualified disaster... facebook.com/penderem/posts/…
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans
The deadline to return SBA economic injury disaster loan applications is June 14, 2019.
Hurricane Florence Recovery Update
Scope
• 34 counties designated for Individual Assistance
• 51 counties designated for Public Assistance (Categories A-G)
• All Hurricane Florence shelters closed Nov. 9 (peak... facebook.com/penderem/posts/…
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Direct Temporary Housing Assistance
FEMA is providing Direct Temporary Housing Assistance in 13 counties: Bladen, Brunswick,
Carteret, Columbus, Craven, Duplin, Jones, Lenoir, New Hanover, Onslow, Pamlico, Pender and... facebook.com/penderem/posts/…
Navigating the Road to Recovery
• FEMA is urging North Carolinians to purchase flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). All areas of the state are at risk of flooding, and flood insurance... facebook.com/penderem/posts/…
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Breaking News: NC Hwy 210 is closed this morning due to heavy smoke. The impacted area is between Rocky Point and Hampstead. Crews are on the scene and if conditions are safe, hope to open the road this afternoon.
State Housing Recovery Centers
There are currently seven state housing recovery centers open to provide rental assistance, housing leads, and financial information. Below are their current locations and hours.
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