More than 1000 volunteers have made themselves available through the Volunteer Registration Center in Franklin and through local churches. Most volunteer debris clearance work in the City of Franklin has been completed, however, some rural residents still need such assistance. Each of these two localities continues to hold weekly community meetings to inform residents and business owners about recovery activities and assistance available.
Preparations are underway to provide temporary housing for displaced residents.
Sites for 50 mobile homes and 50 travel trailers are under construction at a new group mobile home site in Southampton County. Expedite site development at the new group mobile home site in Southampton County. Provide debris clean-up assistance as needed to rural residents. Conduct hazard mitigation project team meetings with localities to review potential projects. Kickoff meetings as needed.