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Forecated storm track for Hurricane Ian as of September 26, 2022.

Hurricane Ian Update (9/26/22)

Hazardous Weather Update from N.C. Emergency Management Ian strengthened into a hurricane and is expected to rapidly intensify into a …

Agriculture Weather Hotline 1-866-645-9403

NCDA&CS Hotline Available for Farmers

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has activated its Agriculture weather emergency hotline to help connect farmers …

Garden Recovery After a Flood

There is an increased risk of E. coli, Listeria, Vibrio, Salmonella, Hepatitis A, and Norovirus when eating produce from …

Safe Food After a Flood

Safe Food After Flooding

As individuals go through their kitchen and start to sift through their food, there are certain foods that are …

Kitchen Clean Up After a Flood

Communities in Western North Carolina are dealing with floodwater damage and need to know important food safety information as …

Emergency preparedness supplies. A large pile of supplies to be used in case of a natural disaster (hurricane, flood, earthquake, etc.) including: flashlight, backpack, batteries, water bottles, first aid kit, lantern, radio, can opener, mask. No people.

Be Prepared

The most important thing that you can do to protect yourself and your property is to be prepared for …

Illustration of coronaviruses created by the CDC

COVID-19 Resources

NC State Extension’s Food Safety site has compiled some resources that provide best practices for preparing for COVID-19. These …

Are You Prepared for Wildfire

This week the Drought Monitor map indicates that large portions of North Carolina are drying out. Even after a …

Recent Publications related to Community

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Collard Greens and Common Ground: A North Carolina Community Food Gardening Handbook

Community gardens have been part of the American landscape since the mid-1700s. Today, community gardens …

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North Shore Community Climate Readiness: Understanding Visitor Behaviors and Responses to Climate Change Projections

This publication presents the findings from survey research with visitors to the North Shore tourism …

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Coastal Hazards and Tourism: Exploring Outer Banks Visitors’ Responses to Storm-Related Impacts

This publication discusses the impacts of coastal hazards on the tourism industry of North Carolina's …

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Let’s Talk About Risk: A Guide to Identifying, Assessing, Managing, and Communicating Risk

This publication outlines and describes core concepts of risk that are used in various environmental, …

2 weeks ago
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Options for Backyard Stream Repair

This publication discusses strategies and techniques for stabilizing stream banks where erosion is an issue.

3 weeks ago

Strategic Conservation Planning for the Eastern North Carolina/Southeastern Virginia Strategic Habitat Conservation Team

The Eastern North Carolina/Southeastern Virginia Strategic Habitat Conservation Team (ENCSEVA) is a partnership among local …

5/2/23

Permeable Pavement: Research Update and Design Implications

As the use of permeable pavement increases in North Carolina, practitioners can look to research …

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Workplace Community Supported Agriculture: Connecting Local Farmers to Local Workplaces

This guide provides an overview of the community supported agriculture (CSA) program at Research Triangle …

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