How The Trucking Industry Is Responding to Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
Efforts continue as industry stakeholders respond to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in late September. According to the Florida DOT, 50,000 cubic yards of sand were removed along with the clearance of 12,300 miles of roadway and 1,400 bridges.
Over in the Carolinas, the North Carolina Trucking Association received urgent requests to help in deploying aid throughout 25 countries. They gathered truckers and distributed essentials and started coordinating deliveries, Transport Topics reports. NCTC also set up a donation page on their website.
Over in South Carolina, the South Carolina Trucking Association has worked with the Emergency Management Division to facilitate the delivery of critical supplies. Truckers were asked to assist with essential loads such as food, water, pallets, sand bags and other supplies.
Various news stories have highlighted how others in the industry are working to address this severe weather event.
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