The destruction across the Southeast caused by Hurricane Helene is catastrophic and it will be a long time before we fully understand its toll. We are hearing from partners about the extent of the damage to trail communities across Southern Appalachia and western Florida and expect the long-term implications for these small towns and rural economies will be significant. Our hearts are with everyone who has experienced such devastating loss because of this storm. RTC has compiled resources to help those who are seeking immediate aid, ways people can help right now, and resources to support economic recovery and infrastructure rebuilding: https://lnkd.in/emmANkip.
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A good guide on how to help.
News of Hurricane Helene's devastation, and resources to help affected communities, are changing by the hour. To help y'all find organizations with on-the-ground knowledge and relief efforts, we have launched a resource page on our website. Here you'll find organizations, resource guides and funds listed by federal, regional, multi-state and state levels. We urge you to visit the multi-state and state resource guides, which offer the most accurate information and impactful local efforts meeting the needs of Appalachians right now. Multi-state resource guides include: Appalachian Voices (KY, NC, SC, TN & VA): https://bit.ly/3N7t5Ya Appalachians for Appalachia (NC & TN; broken down by county): https://bit.ly/4gOaPAQ State resource guides include: Asheville/WNC Relief (open, crowd-sourced document): https://bit.ly/4gQ0F2Q Blue Ridge Public Radio (BPR) (NC): https://bit.ly/4dqCJA8 Foundation for Health Leadership & Innovation (NC; broken down by county): https://bit.ly/3XOdcej North Carolina Community Health Center Association: https://bit.ly/4eOSsK7 WNC Helene Resources (broken down by county): https://bit.ly/3TTfIyL Johnson City Press (TN): https://bit.ly/3TO1Tli WATE 6 On Your Side (TN): https://bit.ly/3zDPU2N We will continue to share federal, regional and state resources as they become available.
Hurricane Helene Resources - Appalachian Regional Commission
https://www.arc.gov
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To help rural communities impacted by the floodwaters…
News of Hurricane Helene's devastation, and resources to help affected communities, are changing by the hour. To help y'all find organizations with on-the-ground knowledge and relief efforts, we have launched a resource page on our website. Here you'll find organizations, resource guides and funds listed by federal, regional, multi-state and state levels. We urge you to visit the multi-state and state resource guides, which offer the most accurate information and impactful local efforts meeting the needs of Appalachians right now. Multi-state resource guides include: Appalachian Voices (KY, NC, SC, TN & VA): https://bit.ly/3N7t5Ya Appalachians for Appalachia (NC & TN; broken down by county): https://bit.ly/4gOaPAQ State resource guides include: Asheville/WNC Relief (open, crowd-sourced document): https://bit.ly/4gQ0F2Q Blue Ridge Public Radio (BPR) (NC): https://bit.ly/4dqCJA8 Foundation for Health Leadership & Innovation (NC; broken down by county): https://bit.ly/3XOdcej North Carolina Community Health Center Association: https://bit.ly/4eOSsK7 WNC Helene Resources (broken down by county): https://bit.ly/3TTfIyL Johnson City Press (TN): https://bit.ly/3TO1Tli WATE 6 On Your Side (TN): https://bit.ly/3zDPU2N We will continue to share federal, regional and state resources as they become available.
Hurricane Helene Resources - Appalachian Regional Commission
https://www.arc.gov
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For organizations in WNC and throughout Appalachia: In addition to the resources below, ARC offers community development grants and programs that could help you secure funds to begin the recovery process. Reach out to your State Program Mangers for more information / eligibility information. #WNCStrong #AppalachiaStrong #AshevilleStrong #HurricaneHelene #grants #resources
News of Hurricane Helene's devastation, and resources to help affected communities, are changing by the hour. To help y'all find organizations with on-the-ground knowledge and relief efforts, we have launched a resource page on our website. Here you'll find organizations, resource guides and funds listed by federal, regional, multi-state and state levels. We urge you to visit the multi-state and state resource guides, which offer the most accurate information and impactful local efforts meeting the needs of Appalachians right now. Multi-state resource guides include: Appalachian Voices (KY, NC, SC, TN & VA): https://bit.ly/3N7t5Ya Appalachians for Appalachia (NC & TN; broken down by county): https://bit.ly/4gOaPAQ State resource guides include: Asheville/WNC Relief (open, crowd-sourced document): https://bit.ly/4gQ0F2Q Blue Ridge Public Radio (BPR) (NC): https://bit.ly/4dqCJA8 Foundation for Health Leadership & Innovation (NC; broken down by county): https://bit.ly/3XOdcej North Carolina Community Health Center Association: https://bit.ly/4eOSsK7 WNC Helene Resources (broken down by county): https://bit.ly/3TTfIyL Johnson City Press (TN): https://bit.ly/3TO1Tli WATE 6 On Your Side (TN): https://bit.ly/3zDPU2N We will continue to share federal, regional and state resources as they become available.
Hurricane Helene Resources - Appalachian Regional Commission
https://www.arc.gov
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Here is a valuable overview of resources available for communities affected by Hurricane Helene, which highlights essential support services and assistance programs to aid in recovery and rebuilding efforts.
News of Hurricane Helene's devastation, and resources to help affected communities, are changing by the hour. To help y'all find organizations with on-the-ground knowledge and relief efforts, we have launched a resource page on our website. Here you'll find organizations, resource guides and funds listed by federal, regional, multi-state and state levels. We urge you to visit the multi-state and state resource guides, which offer the most accurate information and impactful local efforts meeting the needs of Appalachians right now. Multi-state resource guides include: Appalachian Voices (KY, NC, SC, TN & VA): https://bit.ly/3N7t5Ya Appalachians for Appalachia (NC & TN; broken down by county): https://bit.ly/4gOaPAQ State resource guides include: Asheville/WNC Relief (open, crowd-sourced document): https://bit.ly/4gQ0F2Q Blue Ridge Public Radio (BPR) (NC): https://bit.ly/4dqCJA8 Foundation for Health Leadership & Innovation (NC; broken down by county): https://bit.ly/3XOdcej North Carolina Community Health Center Association: https://bit.ly/4eOSsK7 WNC Helene Resources (broken down by county): https://bit.ly/3TTfIyL Johnson City Press (TN): https://bit.ly/3TO1Tli WATE 6 On Your Side (TN): https://bit.ly/3zDPU2N We will continue to share federal, regional and state resources as they become available.
Hurricane Helene Resources - Appalachian Regional Commission
https://www.arc.gov
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#ClimateAction of the day: Urge Congress to get back in session and pass emergency funding for Hurricane Helene relief! Hurricane Helene has devastated communities across the southeastern United States, and Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee all face an uphill battle on the road to recovery. These areas will not be able to rebuild -- and do so with resilience in mind -- without financial support. And now Hurricane Milton is on its way and expected to hit as a powerful Category 5 storm. Even if the current fund can support relief efforts for Helene, more funding will be needed as we proceed through hurricane season. It is time for Congress to get back in session and give these communities the support they need. Urge Congress to act: https://lnkd.in/g67kEJrt #HurricaneHelene #DisasterRelief #ClimateAdvocacy #TakeClimateAction #HurricaneMilton
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Hurricane Helene barreled through western North Carolina in September 2024, proving that unprecedented disasters can destroy communities, take lives and wipe out vital lifelines in a matter of hours while leaving long lasting impacts. Preparing for disasters like Hurricane Helene on “blue-sky” days, or days where no disaster is imminent or on the horizon, plays a critical role in disaster recovery and enhances resiliency in our region. How Union County, NC planned ahead: https://loom.ly/sZ5XMos
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Vice President, Policy and Government Affairs, International Bridge Tunnel and Turnpike Association (IBTTA)
THE RESPOSNE AND RECOVERY TO HURRICANE HELENE — Over the past few days, many of us have turned our thoughts and sympathies to those that are managing through the devasting effects of Hurricane Helene. IBTTA’s members in Florida, Georgia, North Carlina, and Tennessee are working tirelessly to restore and their facilities and operations, and to support larger recovery efforts with their state and local partners. In the aftermath of yet another damaging severe weather event, what more can we offer beyond our hearts and prayers for the people that have been so significantly devastated? (1) Consider contributing to an established relief organization working to provide resources and support to the response and recovery efforts. You can find some of the top relief organizations on IBTTA’s website here. (https://lnkd.in/eYg9g-g8) (2) Look into IBTTA’s Sustainability and Resilience Framework (https://lnkd.in/ey-n_zTK). This document is the foundation of the actions and initiatives IBTTA is taking to address decarbonization and infrastructure resilience. You can make a difference and become part of the solution by joining IBTTA’s Sustainability and Resilience Task Force. #IBTTA #Tolling #HurricaneRelief #Helene #Sustainability #Resilience Photo of NC's I-40 by Travis Long, "The News & Observer", Raleigh, NC
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Many communities are still reeling from the devastation that Hurricane Helene brought. This morning Reuters cited that 160,000 homes and businesses are still without power following the storm. https://hubs.la/Q02SPvYf0 We continue to closely monitor the rapid progress of Hurricane #Milton as it approaches Florida. The intense storm features a large swath of high wind speeds, with impacts reaching much further than the direct path. We urge those impacted to follow local emergency management guidance, and are thinking of all of the communities, #utilities personnel, and more preparing to respond quickly with recovery efforts.
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🌧️ Post-Hurricane Francine Business Recovery Resources 🌧️ We hope everyone is safe and dry following Hurricane Francine. St. Tammany Corporation is working closely with local government and business partners to coordinate recovery efforts. Your help is needed in assessing the damage and distributing important recovery information. 📋 Action Needed: Complete and share the St. Tammany Public Damage Assessment to help us understand the storm's impact on businesses: St. Tammany Public Damage Assessment (https://lnkd.in/gjzdVhiF) 📢 Recovery Resources: - ReSTore St. Tammany – A resource center for businesses, offering guidance through restoration: Visit ReSTore St. Tammany (https://lnkd.in/gh4jwkq4) - Louisiana Economic Development Survey – If contacted, please fill out the brief confidential survey to assist in resource distribution: Opportunity Louisiana (https://lnkd.in/ggMXUnUZ) 📌 Additional Resources: - Report storm damage: Report Damage (https://damage.la.gov/) - Explore recovery steps: Recovery Steps (https://lnkd.in/euyC82b) Let's work together to rebuild our community! 💪 #HurricaneFrancine #StTammanyRecovery #BusinessSupport #CommunityStrong #DisasterRelief
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Strategic Data Leader | AI & Digital Transformation Expert | Driving Revenue Growth through Analytics & Innovation | Veteran
Hurricane Milton's arrival near Siesta Key, Florida as a powerful Category 4 storm serves as a stark reminder of nature's supremacy and our enduring vulnerability to its forces. With states of emergency declared across several cities, Floridians now face the challenging task of bracing for significant disruptions. In these trying times, community resilience and strategic preparedness become paramount. Businesses, residents, and local leaders must come together, leveraging technology and collective resources to tackle the challenges ahead. Those in positions of influence and leadership must also note the impact on campaign trails and daily activities, utilizing this moment to innovate ways in which engagement and communication can continue, safeguarding both democratic processes and local livelihoods. This storm's trajectory, closely following Hurricane Helene, underscores an urgent need for sustainable urban planning and robust support systems. As we navigate Milton's impact, let this serve as an inflection point in how we approach disaster readiness and community solidarity, emerging stronger and more unified. Stay safe, stay informed, and may our collective efforts turn adversity into opportunity.
