Advance, N.C. — Today, Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) released a statement after receiving an operational briefing from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), North Carolina Emergency Management, National Weather Service, and the American Red Cross on the damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene.
Senator Budd said:
“My team and I just got off a call with FEMA, North Carolina Emergency Management, National Weather Service, and the American Red Cross.
“It is clear that the damage in Western North Carolina is catastrophic. There is no doubt that the road to recovery will be long and difficult, but we will marshal all available resources to assist the region, including public, private, and charitable. We are all in this together.
“I want to thank the National Guard, the Red Cross, state and local emergency personnel, and countless others for their swift assistance in helping the people of Western NC.
“My offices in Asheville, and across the state, are ready and able to help anyone who needs assistance. Please visit ReadyNC.gov for the most up-to-date emergency information or Budd.Senate.gov to contact my team.”
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