Disaster Response

North Carolina’s State of Emergency: A Stark Reminder of Government Preparedness Failures

By National Security Desk | July 17, 2025

Tropical Storm Chantal’s deadly trail across North Carolina reveals critical lapses in local and state emergency preparedness, underscoring the urgent need for accountable leadership focused on protecting American lives and property.

When Tropical Storm Chantal slammed into North Carolina and unleashed devastating floods, it left behind more than just waterlogged neighborhoods—it exposed a glaring failure in government preparedness that cost at least six lives and countless homes. The declaration of a state of emergency by Gov. Josh Stein is a clear admission that current local governments were overwhelmed. Yet, how long will Washington wait to demand accountability from officials whose inadequate infrastructure and response plans left families vulnerable? For hardworking Americans paying taxes, taxpayer dollars must fund efficient, proactive disaster management—not reactive scrambling after the fact. Could Better Planning Have Saved...

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