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Hurricane Helene Information

We are here to support your needs during this time.

October 4, 2024 update:

Campus will be closed October 7 - 13. At this time, it is anticipated that employees will return on October 14 and students will return on October 16. Students and Employees are encouraged to check email for further information.

HCC understands that everyone is facing a different situation and challenge. Please know that our team is here to work with you on your needs as we return to the classroom. As of October 4, 2024, please do not worry about deadlines or missing work in your classes. Students who can continue with online coursework should do so. Each instructor will handle things differently, so students are encouraged to check course announcements and email as they are able. Do not endanger yourself with unsafe travel to access the internet. You will not be penalized for storm-related issues.

Please reach out to us:
  • You can call us at 828-627-4500. (M-F, 9am – 3pm). This will connect you with an HCC employee who can answer your questions and take notes on your situation and share them with your instructor or other key campus contacts as we return to campus. A voicemail is available to leave a message if you call after hours or the line is busy.
  • You can email us at clyde@haywood.edu.
  • We will continue to update this webapge.

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Student Financial Support

If you need emergency financial assistance due to impacts from Hurricane Helene, please complete this form. A member of the HCC Foundation team will be in touch with you.

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County Support

Monetary Donations:

The United Way of Haywood County is managing all monetary donations to support recovery efforts following Tropical Storm Helene. Online: https://www.uwhaywood.org/. By Mail: Send checks to PO BOX 1139, Waynesville, NC 28786. Please note "Tropical Storm Helene Relief" in the memo line. 

Supply Donations:

Donations can be made at Woodland Baptist Church, 545 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville, where they are accepting non-perishable food items, bottled water, and other essential supplies. For a complete list of needed items and information on individual and organization volunteer opportunities, visit theorchardnc.com/relief.  

If you are in need of supplies:

Woodland Baptist Church at 545 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville; Bethel Elementary School at 4700 Old River Rd, Canton; or Jonathan Valley Elementary School at 410 Hall Dr, Waynesville. Supplies can be picked up Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 6 PM. 

The First Aid Bus, located at Jukebox Junction, 6306 Pigeon Rd, Canton, is open from 9 AM to 5 PM, offering services such as first aid for cuts, scrapes, and burns, as well as blood pressure checks, blood sugar monitoring, and basic medical assistance. 

If you are in need of food and/or water:

Water tankers are available at Jukebox Junction, 6306 Pigeon Rd, Canton and Crabtree Ironduff VFD, 99 Susie Noland Rd, Clyde from 8 AM to 6 PM. Each person is limited to 1 gallon per day, and you must bring your own containers. Food will be served daily at 2 p.m. The center has water, power, charging stations, shovels, trash bags, and pet food available. 

Springdale Golf and Country Club, 190 Golfwatch Road, Canton, is offering free lunch from 11 am – 3 pm.  

Crestview Baptist Church, 3258 Pisgah Dr, Canton, is operating a food truck that serves meals twice a day—at 12 PM and 5 PM—to anyone in need, including first responders.

New Covenant Church in Clyde has supplies for folks who need them.

Other resources:

First United Methodist Church in Waynesville, at 566 S Haywood St, has opened a Welcome Center to assist community members in need. The center is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and offers food, clothing, and shower access. 

Fines Creek Community Center, located at 190 Fines Creek Rd, Clyde, is available to assist community members in need as a welcome center.  

Contact for the County:

The Haywood County Emergency Call Center is officially open to assist residents affected by Hurricane Helene. If you have questions or need assistance related to the storm's impact, please call the call center at 828-356-2020. For the most up-to-date information, please visit readyhaywood.com.

Disaster Cleanup Line: 844-965-1386
FEMA Assistance: 800-621-3362
Well Water Testing: 828-452-6638
Agriculture Assistance: 828-452-2741 xt. 3 

Please know that this may not be an exhaustive list, we are working to keep this as updated as possible. Please reach out to other sources of information as you are able so you can get the support you need.

Thank you!