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Public Assistance for Houses of Worship Houses of worship and other nonprofit organizations may be eligible for FEMA assistance to help pay for emergency protective measures, debris removal and repairing or replacing facilities damaged by Tropical Storm Fred. Under the Public Assistance program, FEMA may be able to provide financial assistance to certain private, […]
Hazard Mitigation Public Information Meeting Haywood County Emergency Services 141 Hemlock Street Waynesville, NC 28786 Office: 828-452-4770 Fax: 828-452-6783 Travis Donaldson, Director For Immediate Release — September 30, 2021 Hazard Mitigation Public Information Meeting As a result of the flooding that occurred with Tropical Storm Fred, Haywood County residents and property owners may be eligible […]
Personal Property Items Eligible for Repair or Replacement After a Disaster If you live in Buncombe, Haywood or Transylvania County and had personal property damaged or destroyed by Tropical Storm Fred, FEMA may provide financial assistance under the Other Needs Assistance provision of the Individuals and Households Program. The assistance is intended to meet the […]
The Town of Canton Administrative Offices (Town Hall, Water, Taxes, Zoning, etc.) has been relocated to 118 Main Street Suite A (Smathers Law Building). Office Hours are 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday – Friday. Contact Information: Town Hall 648-2363 Police Dept. 648-2376 or 911 for Emergencies Fire Dept. 646-3418 or 911 for Emergencies Filter Plant 646-3414 […]
FEMA ADVISORY – DR-4617-NC Tropical Storm Fred Recovery Update KEY MESSAGES Homeowners and renters in Buncombe, Haywood and Transylvania counties who had uninsured losses from Tropical Storm Fred may be eligible for federal disaster assistance from FEMA. FEMA has programs that may provide financial help with temporary housing expenses, basic home repairs and other essential […]
News Release How to Document Home Ownership and Occupancy for FEMA ASHEVILLE, N.C. – As part of the disaster assistance process, FEMA must determine ownership and occupancy of damaged primary residences. Recently, the agency took steps to make it easier for disaster survivors in Buncombe, Haywood and Transylvania counties who experienced flooding from Tropical […]
News Release FEMA Opens 2 Registration Centers in Haywood County ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Two FEMA registration centers are now open in Canton to help Tropical Storm Fred survivors apply for FEMA assistance. FEMA mobile units are at these locations this weekend: • 13175 Cruso Rd, Canton, NC 28716 – East Fork Baptist Church • 77 […]
Update September 10, 2021 The Town of Canton is both relieved and grateful for the Major Disaster Declaration from FEMA. Our community experienced tremendous damage and loss during this devastating storm and we welcome any assistance to rebuild our Town. As we navigate through the recovery process we will provide updates as available. Residents and […]
Introduction The Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC) is working to acquire 448 acres at Chestnut Mountain in Haywood County. The acquisition will permanently protect sources of clean water and forested habitat in an important wildlife corridor. The property’s easy-to-access location off of US Hwy 19/23 just east of the Town of Canton also presents possibilities […]
Posted: May 21, 2020 CooperEO141-Phase-2 Phase 2 FAQ Posted: Tuesday, April 7, 2020 Ext-Stay-Home-Proc- Posted: Monday, April 6, 2020 Office Closure Notification Posted: Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Combined County and State Explanation of Stay Home – Stay Safe Posted: Friday, March 27, 2020 Notice of Closing Recreation Facilities Posted: Thursday, March 26, 2020 […]
