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A day after declaring a state of emergency in the region, Governor Josh Stein toured flood-stricken Chapel Hill and spoke with residents and local business owners still reeling from recent damage. A Chapel Hill native,
Tropical Storm Chantal hit a few dozen Chapel Hill stores and restaurants with major flooding when nearby creeks overflowed banks.
During his visit, the governor got a closer look at the damage to Eastgate Crossing, which was one of the hardest hit areas.
The town, university and organizations in Chapel Hill are teaming up to host a flood resource event for businesses impacted by destructive flooding last week.
NC Gov. Josh Stein issued a state of emergency declaration for 13 counties affected by the storm, a step toward getting federal help.
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Gov. Josh Stein toured some of the Chapel Hill residences and businesses damaged by Chantal's flooding nearly two weeks prior.
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WTVD) -- Mold is a major concern for businesses in Eastgate Crossing after Tropical Storm Chantal left many flooded out. Inside CorePower Yoga, the studio was completely gutted.
Several of the town’s low-lying areas flooded as Chantal swept through, and falling trees blocked multiple roads.
Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson is unopposed in her reelection bid, while four challengers are seeking to unseat incumbent council members.