Brunswick County PTC #8 Updates
Information as of Oct. 28, 2024
Brunswick County continues to respond to the impacts of Potential Tropical Cyclone #8. Community members with questions related to PTC #8 can call Emergency Management at 910-253-5383 (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday). For all emergencies, call 9-1-1.
Assistance for Brunswick County Community Members Following PTC #8
There are still assistance opportunities and resources available for our community following PTC #8. If you have any questions or are not sure where to find assistance, call Brunswick County Emergency Management at 910-253-5383 (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday) or email questions to emergency.management@brunswickcountync.gov for assistance.
- The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering disaster assistance for residents, businesses, and Private Non-Profit organizations (PNPs) in Brunswick County affected by severe storms and flooding that occurred Sept. 16–20, 2024.
- The SBA opened a Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) in Brunswick County to assist businesses and residents complete their disaster loan application, accept documents, and provide updates on an application’s status. Walk-ins are accepted, but you can schedule an in-person appointment at an SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center in advance. The DLOC in Brunswick County will permanently close at 12 p.m. (noon) on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024. Following the DLOC closure, applicants may continue to apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at sba.gov/disaster.
- Brunswick Family Assistance (BFA) is offering the community free resources and supplies (while supplies last). If you would like to inquire about these items, you can contact BFA during their regular business hours during the weekdays at 910-754-4766.
- Any community members in Brunswick County still needing assistance in cleaning up their properties following PTC #8 can contact Brunswick County Volunteer and Non-Profit Coordinator Leslie Stanley at (910) 253-2589 or leslie.stanley@brunswickcountync.gov.
- Participating agencies from the Brunswick County Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) help provide support and resources to the community following storms and disasters. Brunswick County cannot accept donations, but you are welcome to visit the Brunswick County VOAD webpage to see partner organizations with unmet needs that you might assist or support: brunswickcountync.gov/voad.
Assistance for Western North Carolina Communities Following Helene
While Brunswick County continues to recover from PTC #8, we have seen or received several requests or questions concerning assisting those impacted by Helene in the western part of the state. At this time, it is imperative that donation efforts and volunteers connect with an organization that is part of coordinated relief efforts. Find ways you can donate or inquire about volunteer opportunities at brunswickcountync.gov/helene. Brunswick County cannot accept donations.
Hurricane Season Preparedness
As we continue to recover from the impacts of PTC #8, it is important to continue to stay alert this hurricane season. Brunswick County and the National Weather Service in Wilmington continue to monitor potential tropical activity in the Atlantic.
Here are a few ways you can stay prepared and alert.
- Register for the ReadyBrunswick emergency notification system.
- Remain alert for updates from the NWS-Wilmington at weather.gov/ilm and find the latest weather briefing at weather.gov/ilm/briefing.
- Have multiple ways to get weather information (local news and radio stations, NOAA weather radios, National Weather Service, emergency alert notifications, etc.)
- Have a plan. Know how you will keep yourself, your family, and your pets safe if flooding is forecast for your area. Make sure you consider your family’s unique needs, including anyone who needs medicine or medical equipment. Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if you aren’t together when flooding starts.
Find more preparedness information and resources at brunswickcountync.gov/hurricanes.
Road Closures and Impacts
There are still many roads in Brunswick County that are closed due to flooding or damage. Please have patience while driving and dealing with traffic over the coming weeks as our public safety personnel work to help direct traffic and keep drivers safe.
Never drive, walk, or swim through flooded roadways or past barricades on roads. Even if a barricaded road looks clear, it could be dangerous. Barricaded roads may still be awaiting inspection to ensure they are safe to drive on still.
Before you leave, check for active road incidents on North Carolina Department of Transportation's DriveNC.gov map, the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office, NC’s social media pages and mobile app, and local municipal pages.
Mosquito Control
Individuals are encouraged to continue taking preventative measures to limit their exposure to mosquitoes and prevent mosquito bites.
Property owners or residents requesting mosquito control services can use the online service request form. Once the form has been submitted and reviewed, a technician will evaluate the property to determine if ground-based operations via truck are necessary. Learn more about Brunswick County’s Mosquito Control division at brunswickcountync.gov/mosquito-control.
Keep in mind that there is higher demand for this service following storm events. If you live within incorporated city, town, or village limits, check with your municipal officials to see if your area receives mosquito control services from your municipality.
Watch for Potential Scams
If anyone approaches you claiming to be from North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) or another local, state, or federal agency, be sure to ask for their credentials to ensure they are legitimate. To report information on a potential scam, contact the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office at 910-253-2777 (main non-emergency line) or submit it on the Sheriff’s Office website.
State of Emergency
Future Updates
Future updates on PTC #8 will be shared as new information becomes available. Find the latest updates at brunswickcountync.gov/ptc8