Hurricane Helene Response and Recovery

Thursday, October 3, 2024

We continue to be inspired by the resilience and strength of our community as we work together to navigate these challenging times. We want to express our deep appreciation for your patience and support as we coordinate recovery efforts.

There are no updated timelines regarding school closures at this time

We understand that access to food and water remains a critical need for many families. Please be aware that updated information about food distribution points can be found on both our website and social media pages, as well as through Polk County Local Government’s platforms. We encourage you to check these resources regularly for the latest updates on where you can receive assistance.

Please click HERE for detailed disaster relief information as well as information on future resource distributions.

Thank you again for your ongoing support and cooperation. Together, we will continue to move forward and come back stronger.


  • Polk County Emergency Information Hotline – 828-722-5086 
  • Official Government Social Media Pages (Polk County Local Government; Polk County Emergency Management; Polk County, NC Sheriff’s Office, etc.)
  • Polk County Government Website – www.polknc.gov
  • To Request a Welfare Check for a friend or family member  – 828-722-5025 or 828-722-5026
  • Temporary Emergency Shelter Location – Polk County High School, 1681 Hwy 108 E. Columbus, NC
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