News from the South - North Carolina News Feed
Health care professionals asked to preserve IV fluid
SUMMARY: As of 5:30 PM, emergency responders are urged to conserve IV fluids due to a flooding incident at a major manufacturing facility in Western North Carolina. This has disrupted supplies, impacting smaller programs, particularly in rural areas like Edgecombe County, which rely heavily on this facility for their IV fluids. The facility accounts for about 60% of the U.S. IV bag supply. Larger hospitals can stockpile, but smaller units face significant challenges. Healthcare professionals are altering their usage strategies to conserve supplies while ensuring patient care, with Duke University monitoring other manufacturers for potential support during this crisis.
Local emergency responders are being asked to conserve IV bags due to a shortage caused by Hurricane Helene flooding a North Carolina manufacturing facility.
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People in Florida brace for the long road ahead after Hurricane Milton
SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton has caused significant damage across Florida, with search and rescue operations currently ongoing. Aerial and ground views reveal widespread devastation, including collapsed structures and extensive flooding. The hurricane made landfall as a Category 3 storm, leaving over 3 million people without power. Videos show rescuers aiding stranded individuals in floodwaters. Governor Ron DeSantis noted that while Milton avoided catastrophic scenarios, the damage is still extensive. The storm has resulted in at least one reported fatality, with the toll expected to rise. Meteorologists state that Milton is Florida’s third hurricane to make landfall this season, tying a historical record.
Hurricane Milton barreled into the Atlantic Ocean on Thursday after plowing across Florida, pounding cities with ferocious winds and rain, and whipping up a barrage of tornadoes.
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Helene: Amid catastrophe, good news on Christmas trees | North Carolina
SUMMARY: In West Jefferson, North Carolina, the scent of Fraser firs fills the air as Christmas tree season begins shortly after Election Day. Despite the devastation from Hurricane Helene, officials believe the supply of North Carolina Christmas trees will remain stable. While some growers may experience flooding and access issues, the resilience of farmers is evident. The North Carolina Christmas Trees Association emphasizes the importance of buying real trees to support local farmers. North Carolina ranks second in the nation for Christmas tree production, contributing significantly to the state‘s agriculture industry, which is valued at $111.1 billion.
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Helene: North Carolina death toll 88, 100 estimated missing | North Carolina
SUMMARY: Hurricane Helene has caused devastating impacts in North Carolina, resulting in at least 88 deaths and over 100 people unaccounted for. U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx expressed sadness over the devastation in the Appalachian Mountains, which experienced unprecedented rainfall. The hurricane has claimed 230 lives across six southeastern states, ranking among the deadliest storms in recent history. Reports indicate 628 road closures statewide, complicating search and rescue efforts. North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has allocated $273 million in aid, amid concerns for residents lacking heat as temperatures drop. Community support from agencies and volunteers has been crucial during the recovery process.
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