As Tropical Storm Idalia approaches, Disaster Ministries is monitoring potential paths and forecasts. We will share updates on our website as more information becomes available, but if you would like to receive quicker updates from Disaster Ministries on weather events, sign up now.
You can stay updated on the latest weather updates by checking out the National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service websites for Raleigh, Wilmington, and Morehead City. Another briefing will be available this evening, August 28.
Here are additional resources, updates, and training opportunities:
Preparation Resources
Does your church have a disaster plan? Create a plan or review your current church plan to prepare for hurricane season. View our Preparation page for more resources on how to prepare your home, church, and community.
Download a Local Church Disaster Plan Template→
Local Church Disaster Response Contact
We need your help! Are you ready to make a difference?
Disaster Ministries is seeking a Local Church Disaster Response (LCDR) Contact from each local church within the NC Conference. The LCDR contact will serve as a vital point of contact for us to reach out to in the event of a disaster. By having a contact from each local church, we can enhance our response efforts and communication.
Please complete our Local Church Disaster Response Contact form to help us better serve our community in times of need.
Complete the Local Church Disaster Response Contact Form→
Disaster Response Efforts in Edgecombe County
Teams from across the Conference have been working in Nash and Edgecombe counties to assist with debris removal following the tornado in July. Families are still in need of assistance to remove debris and repair damages to their homes.
Recovery volunteers are needed for day trips to repair fencing and interior damages. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact 888-440-9167 or disaster@nccumc.org.
Sign Up for Updates from Disaster Ministries
Are you interested in learning more about response efforts, training, events, preparation resources, and more? Sign up to receive updates from NC Conference Disaster Ministries.
Training
Learn how United Methodists are involved during a disaster, how we get prepared for a disaster, and what we can do when a disaster strikes through Early Response Team training and Connecting Neighbors. View our Training page to register for an upcoming class.
Interested in hosting a training at your church? Contact Ann Huffman, NC Conference Disaster Response Coordinator, to schedule a class.