Press release from Haywood County:
Points of distribution in Haywood County are in need of propane and cleaning supplies to support those affected by Helene.
Drop-Off Location: Woodland Baptist Church, 545 Crabtree Rd, WaynesvilleFor large donations (18-wheelers, etc): Call the Call Center at 828-356-2020Please note: We cannot accept clothing, toys, or gently used items at this time. Thank you for understanding and for your generosity!If you’d like to make a monetary donation, you can do so through United Way of Haywood County. Their website is uwhaywood.org.Disaster Cleanup Line
Contact 844-965-1386FEMA AssistanceContact 1-800-621-3362Emergency ShelterLocation: 235 Armory Drive, Clyde, NC 28721Distribution SitesInformation is available on ReadyHaywood.comWell Water Testing and Agriculture Assistance
Well Water Testing, Call: 828-452-6638 Agriculture Assistance, Call: 828-452-2741 ext 3CurfewA curfew is in effect from 9 PM to 7 AM. Please stay off the roads unless necessary.Court ScheduleAll Haywood County courts are canceled this week. On Monday, October 7th, Haywood County court will be open to handle emergency hearings and statutorily required hearings.Emergency Call Center
Haywood County Emergency Call Center, open: 8am – 5pmFor questions or assistance related to Helene’s impact, call 828-356-2020.Donations and Support
Monetary Donations, Managed by United Way of Haywood. Online: uwhaywood.org — By Mail: Send checks to PO BOX 1139, Waynesville, NC 28786 (note “Tropical Storm Helene Relief” in the memo line).Waste Management
Debris Removal: Place debris beside the road (not on it), separate tree debris from construction materials, and take photos for FEMA documentation purposes.
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