The following list contains resources and information following the aftermath of Helene, from debris removal to food resources. Please read through carefully:
- To report Safe and reunification with family and loved ones via Red Cross 1-800-733-2767. To try to reach family in state 211, Out of state 1-888-892-1162
- A water tanker is stationed at the Canton Plaza (off New Clyde Highway) today from 8 AM to 6 PM for those in need of water. Please bring your own containers. 1 gallon per person per day.
- To see which stations have gas, check out gasbuddy.com
- No trash service today-all Haywood County Solid Waste facilities are closed
- The Finance Department at 280 Georgia Avenue is closed for the foreseeable future. Utility bill payment can be dropped off at 16 South Main Street across from the Police Station or paid online.
- The boil water advisory has been rescinded.
- The Rec Center is open 8am-5pm. The Old Armory is closed for the foreseeable future.
Text “Hi” to 828-492-2821 to opt into TextMyGov alert system, then text “Outage” to report a water outage. Call 828-456-3706 to report an electrical outage.
FOR DAMAGED STRUCTURES AND DEBRIS:
Please take pictures before, during, and after debris clean up for insurance and FEMA purposes. Please place debris on the curb, not on the roadway. The Town is working with a contractor to pick up debris ASAP. Remember to contact your insurance adjuster, and save that information-Waynesville Development Services staff may request that information.
Town inspectors are working with Haywood County to assess damage. Staff will not enter property with “No Trespassing” signs. They will not enter property that is clearly unaffected by the storm. They will enter property that has clear signs of damage, and will enter unlocked structures to assess damage if it is evident that the area has been completely vacated. Do not begin repairs until damage has been assessed and building permits filed. Building permit fees will be waived.
The North Carolina Bar Association and volunteer attorneys will provide free emergency legal services to the community to assist with insurance and FEMA claims in the coming weeks. Keep copies of important legal documents (insurance policies, deeds, leases, birth certificates, social security cards, etc.) with you at all times if you evacuate to an emergency shelter. These documents can be vital to a successful claim for insurance coverage or FEMA relief.
To view all available resources for food assistance, medical assistance, mental health, housing assistance, legal services, etc, please click here
Haywood County's Emergency Shelter Is Open-Location: 235 Armory Drive, Clyde, NC 28721
- Emergency Call Center: 828-356-2020
- Waynesville Police: 828-456-5363
- Duke Energy: 1-800-419-6356 (to report outages call 1-800-543-5599 or text "OUT" to 57801)
- Missing Persons: 828-452-6666
- Road Conditions: DriveNC.gov
Curfew: A curfew is in effect from 9 PM to 7 AM. Please stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary.
Thank you for your patience.