Press release from Jackson County:
1 – Jackson County will be picking up vegetative and C&D debris. It must be separated and placed at the curb. Debris should not be placed in a manner that blocks the roadway and or placed on an exposed cable.
I have attached a graphic in both English and Spanish for your use.2- A Jackson County resource guide may be found at www.jacksonnc.org3 – We anticipate a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will be established in Sylva this week. Every one impacted by the storm should register online at www.disasterassistance.gov or by phone at 1-800-621-3362. Once the DRC is operational, people will be able to sign up in person.4- Remember to take care of yourself.
Disaster Distress Helpline – 1-800-985-5990 – There is no right or wrong way to feel in response to the trauma of a hurricane. If you have been impacted by the storm and need someone to talk to, call or text the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990. Help is also available to anyone, anytime in English or Spanish through a call, text or chat to 988. Learn more at 988Lifeline.org.
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