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Moving Hay From Fire Ant Quarantine Areas (Helene Recovery)

[Download a PDF version of this post.]The imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta; IFA) is a federally regulated invasive species that is a threat to agriculture and poses a health concern to humans,…

Extending a Helping Hand in Helene Recovery

The following is an excerpt from "Getting a Recovery Foothold in the N.C. Mountains," written by Tim Peeler for NC State News.In the two weeks since Hurricane Helene swamped the North Carolina…

A forest full of damaged trees after a strong hurricane has passed through.

Recovering From a Disaster: Things Forest Landowners Should Consider

Hurricane Helene caused significant damage to forest and timberland through high winds and especially flooding in many areas of Western North Carolina. Recovering from storm of this magnitude can be…

Aftermath of Hurricane Helene near Biltmore Village in Asheville, N.C.

NEED HELP? Where to Start With Hurricane Helene Recovery

As relief efforts related to Hurricane Helene's impact in Western North Carolina continue to transition from rescue to recovery, people may be unsure where to turn for help.While there are numerous…

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Dealing With Pasture, Hay, Feed and Animal Health Issues During Hurricane Helene Recovery

As a result of Hurricane Helene, lower lying areas along creeks, streams and rivers received flood waters and extensive damage to infrastructure and existing agricultural crops. Farmers will be…

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Helping Livestock Farmers Assess Damage From Hurricane Helene

Many farms along rivers and creeks in Western North Carolina have experienced some level of flooding damage. In some areas the damage is extensive. Regardless of what their crop mix is, it is…

Submerged van in the Swannanoa River near Biltmore Village after Hurricane Helene in Asheville, N.C.

Hurricane Helene: Fact vs. Rumor

View the original post at NCDPS.gov.There are many false reports and instances of misinformation being shared on social media regarding the recovery response to Hurricane Helene. False reports of…

Residents observing the aftermath of Hurricane Helene near Biltmore Village in Asheville, N.C.

Supporting Latino Communities Impacted by Helene

The remnants of Hurricane Helene devastated mountain communities throughout Western North Carolina, uprooting families and impacting lives across the region's 23 counties and beyond.Among the roughly…

Smoke from forest fires in Western North Carolina obscures the view over the Smoky Mountains.

Following Hurricane Helene, Officials Urge Caution With Outdoor Fires

With the amount of storm debris brought on by Hurricane Helene and North Carolina on the cusp of fall wildfire season, the N.C. Forest Service is reminding the public to think ahead and be cautious…

Four strands of livestock wire fence in focus with cattle in a pasture out of focus in the background.

Urgent Need for Livestock Fencing Supplies in Helene Recovery

State Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler today issued an urgent plea for donations of fencing supplies for livestock producers in Western North Carolina.“We have seen time and time again our…