## North Carolina Death Toll Rises from Hurricane Ian __Raleigh, N.C., September 30, 2022__ - The death toll from Hurricane Ian in North Carolina has risen to four, according to state officials. The victims include a 72-year-old man who drowned in Craven County, a 65-year-old man who died in a car accident in Pitt County, and a 22-year-old man who was electrocuted in Wake County. The fourth victim has not yet been identified. The hurricane made landfall in South Carolina on Friday, September 30, as a Category 1 storm. It then moved through North Carolina, bringing heavy rains and winds. The storm caused widespread flooding and power outages. More than 1 million people in North Carolina are still without power. The state is working to restore power as quickly as possible. Governor Roy Cooper has declared a state of emergency for North Carolina. He has also activated the National Guard to help with the response to the storm. The state is also providing assistance to those who have been affected by the storm. This assistance includes food, water, and shelter. The death toll from Hurricane Ian is expected to rise as search and rescue crews continue to search for victims. ### How to Help There are several ways to help those who have been affected by Hurricane Ian. You can donate to the American Red Cross, the Salvation Army, or other relief organizations. You can also volunteer your time to help with cleanup efforts. ### Resources - [North Carolina Emergency Management](https://www.ncem.gov/) - [American Red Cross](https://www.redcross.org/) - [Salvation Army](https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/)
