MANNA Food Bank Restores Operations After Hurricane Helene Impacts Western North Carolina
What happened
Following Hurricane Helene, MANNA Food Bank lost its original distribution center due to a 20-foot water surge from the Swannanoa River. The organization has since relocated its operations to the Western North Carolina Farmers Market. MANNA is currently receiving donations of food and resources from across the United States to support local food pantries in the region.
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Why it matters
The organization is managing a complex recovery operation after a major weather event impacted its infrastructure. The influx of national donations highlights the reliance on external aid for the continued function of local food services in the region.
Helene flooding necessitated a resource management plan involving the U.S. Forest Service in North Carolina.
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Who's involved
- MANNAAmerican nonprofit organization focused on food aid and resource distribution.
- Swannanoa RiverRiver whose basin is subject to major weather events like Hurricane Helene.
- Western North CarolinaRegion of North Carolina where MANNA operates and serves local food pantries.
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The entities involved
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MANNA
American nonprofit organization
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Swannanoa River
river in North Carolina, United States
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Western North Carolina
region of North Carolina in the United States
Related events
- Hurricane Helene caused major flooding and debris accumulation in the North Toe River basin in Western North Carolina.
- The North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services supports recovery efforts in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene.
- WFAE is partnering on recovery from Hurricane Helene devastation in Western North Carolina.
- Whaley Farm Brewery sustained severe damage due to Hurricane Helene while located in Western North Carolina.