RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina Department of Transportation crews are working around the clock to assess and repair damage from Tropical Storm Chantal, which brought heavy rainfall and powerful winds to the central region of the state this week.
The storm caused significant disruption to the transportation network, with more than 100 roads forced to close at the peak of the weather event. NCDOT crews continue to evaluate the extent of damage and prioritize repairs in affected areas.
“Drivers may continue to see crews in affected areas as cleanup and repairs progress,” the department stated. Officials are urging motorists to exercise caution when traveling through impacted zones, avoid standing water, and follow all posted detours and barricades.
For real-time travel conditions and current road closures, residents can visit DriveNC.gov.
Legislature Approves $700 Million Hurricane Helene Relief Package
The North Carolina Department of Transportation received a significant boost in its ongoing recovery efforts following the approval of a major state relief package for Hurricane Helene damages.
The state legislature unanimously passed House Bill 1012, the fifth relief bill related to Hurricane Helene recovery. Governor Josh Stein signed the legislation into law, allocating $700 million for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts statewide.
Of the total package, nearly $300 million will be directed specifically to NCDOT for recovery operations in areas impacted by the hurricane. This funding represents a substantial investment in rebuilding and strengthening the state’s transportation infrastructure.
Summer Saturday Hours Extended at DMV Offices
North Carolina residents can take advantage of expanded weekend service hours at Division of Motor Vehicles offices through late August.
Twenty DMV offices across the state will maintain Saturday hours from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. through August 23, offering walk-in services for residents’ convenience.
Available Saturday Services Include:
- Driver license and ID card renewals
- Duplicate license orders
- Address changes
- REAL ID issuances
- Road tests for customers who have completed knowledge and written examinations
Residents can find a complete list of participating offices on the NCDOT website.
