The storm, moving east-northeast at 3 mph, is packing winds of 80 mph. It is expected to remain over the North Carolina coast for several hours. Several counties have ordered mandatory evacuations, while others are asking residents to voluntarily evacuate.
Episcopal Relief and Development has been in communication with the Dioceses of North Carolina, South Carolina, and East Carolina. We stand ready to provide emergency assistance as needs are identified. ERD staff will continue monitoring the storm.
Currently, ERD is working with dioceses directly affected by Hurricane Katrina and other diocese where displaced people have relocated. We are providing emergency relief, such as food and shelter, and are working with our partners to develop a long-term rehabilitation program to help communities rebuild. We continue to pray for people affected by Hurricane Katrina. For more information, please visit http://www.er-d.org/.
Episcopal Relief and Development is the international relief and development agency of the Episcopal Church of the United States. An independent 501(c) 3 organization, ERD saves lives and builds hope in communities around the world. We provide emergency assistance in times of crisis and rebuild after disasters. We enable people to climb out of poverty by offering long-term solutions in the areas of food security and health care, including HIV/AIDS and malaria.
