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Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Initial unconfirmed reports in certain communities show water levels reaching 3 to 7 feet higher than their previous high watermark. Overnight, approximately 98 people were rescued as river flooding happened quickly. Reports of missing people continued overnight and today. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Aug. 18, 2021

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Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

@NCEmergency Approximately 250 public safety personnel are conducting rescue operations by boat and aircraft. Haywood and Transylvania counties were especially hit hard last night, seeing as much as 12 inches of rain. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Aug. 18, 2021

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Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Up to 50,000 people lost power during the storms, and now that number is 11,600 people who are still without power. Crews are working to assess damage and get people re-connected. All major interstates are open right now. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Aug. 18, 2021