North Carolina officials try to dispel Helene rumors as misinformation spreads

North Carolina officials working to dispel Helene rumors as misinformation spreads State, local leaders say false information is hurting people. Kelsey Graeter WBTV

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The North Carolina State Emergency Response Team established a “fact versus rumor” website to help make sure people are getting reliable and true information.

“The need for reliable, factual information is crucial to aiding in the ongoing lifesaving and humanitarian efforts in Western NC,” North Carolina Emergency Management Director Will Ray emphasized. “I encourage all North Carolinians to seek information from trusted sources and to verify information that you see online, verify where it is coming from and avoid sharing unproven information.”

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