The Alamance Chamber is committed to supporting our community in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Chantal. We hope you, your families, and your teams are safe. Our staff is actively monitoring updates and gathering information that may be helpful to you as recovery efforts continue. Below you will find updates from impacted areas, as well as resources and services for businesses and residents. We will continue to update as more information is available, but please keep in mind that this information is subject to change.
If you are a business in Alamance County that has experienced damage or loss due to the storm impacts, please contact Reagan Gural, President & CEO of the Alamance Chamber at reagan@alamancechamber.com.
Recent Updates & Information:
July 31, 2025
SBA has just announced available disaster loans following the Chantal flooding and the opening of disaster loan outreach centers in Orange and Alamance Counties on Tues, July 29. The Alamance County location may be found at:
Alamance County Health Services
319 N. Graham-Hopedale Road
Burlington, NC 27217
Monday – Friday 8:00 am until 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am until 2:00 pm
Note: This office will permanently close on Saturday, August 31st at 1:00 pm.
SBA personnel will be available to speak with Chantal survivors and initiate disaster loan applications onsite.
For the fact sheet on the types of loans available as well as the online application, go to: https://lending.sba.gov/search-disaster/?disaster=NC-20020.
July 30, 2025
Update from Chamber President & CEO, Reagan C. Gural:
Good afternoon,
There are ongoing efforts to support our community to recover from Tropical Storm Chantal. Below you will find ways to support and access to resources.
In addition to this resource page, Alamance County and its municipalities are actively coordinating with local nonprofits, first responders, and community partners to provide aid and long-term support. Current efforts include:
- Emergency shelter and food distribution organized by the United Way and the Red Cross
- Small business support through the Alamance Chamber and the Small Business Center at ACC
- County-level infrastructure assessments and clean-up operations
- Mental health and crisis response support via Cardinal Innovations and other providers
We encourage you to check this resource page regularly for updated information and to share it with anyone who may benefit. If your organization is offering assistance or looking to get involved, please contact us so we can help amplify your efforts.
One Upcoming opportunity to directly make a difference is to join Poison Ivy Brewing Co. for “Hops & Hope,” a community fundraiser supporting families impacted by recent flooding, on Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2.
How to participate in Hops for Hope:
- Friday (Aug. 1, 4–8 PM): Businesses can reserve 15-minute dunk tank slots for $100 and donate swag.
- Saturday (Aug. 2, 2–9 PM): Families and community members can enjoy music, food trucks, and games while nominating friends or local personalities for dunk tank fun starting at just $10.
To get involved or donate swag/logo materials, contact Casey at casey@poisonivybrewing.com by 5 PM on Wednesday, July 30.
Thank you for all you are doing to support Alamance County. You keep up going!
Reagan C. Gural
President & CEO, Alamance Chamber
July 29, 2025
Business Support:
If your small business was impacted by Tropical Depression Chantal, the SBA NC District Office may be able to help:
MySBA Loan Portal
Community Fundraisers:
Poison Ivy Brewing: Hops for Hope:
Funds raised donated to United Way of Alamance County to support local families impacted by recent storm damage and flooding.
How to Participate:
Donate:
A minimum donation of $100 secures a 15-minute dunk tank time slot. Make your contribution through our official giving page:
givebutter.com/hopsforhope
Reserve Your Time Slot:
After donating, select your preferred dunk tank time here:
SignUpGenius – Hops for Hope Dunk Tank
Plus: $1 from every beverage sold during the event will also be donated to United Way of Alamance County.
Email Casey at casey@poisonivybrewing.com for more information.
Saxapahaw Forward:
https://saxapahawforward.org/flood-relief
Saxapahaw Village Kids Preschool Wishlist:
View Wishlist
July 15, 2025
Water Usage:
Those serviced by the City of Graham and the City of Mebane for water and wastewater are now back at their regular and complete levels of service. All industrial water usage that was previously limited is restored to normal usage levels.
Water Collection – CONCLUDED:
The Alamance Chamber is no longer collecting water for distribution in Mebane.
July 9, 2025
City of Mebane Water Usage:
- Due to the emergency water shortage in Mebane, the city is currently under Stage V mandatory water rationing. The Graham-Mebane Water Treatment Plant remains down following flooding from Tropical Storm Chantal and there are less than 2 days of drinking water available.
- All businesses in Mebane have been instructed to cease operations until further notice.
July 8, 2025
City of Mebane Water Usage Updates:
Tropical Storm Chantal has affected water treatment capacity for the Graham-Mebane Water treatment facility. Those industries serviced by either City of Graham or City of Mebane are asked to operate as zero or near-zero water usage again today. Unfortunately, there is not a current timeline for when the water treatment facility will be back online. City engineers are working diligently to restore this service and reduced water demand will aid in this restoration.
July 7. 2025
City of Mebane Water Usage:
The recent Tropical Storm Chantal weather event has resulted in initial flash flooding, with flooding continuing to occur in places, and several locations experiencing power outages. This includes the Graham–Mebane Water Treatment Plant. The Water Treatment Plant has been inundated with flooding from Graham–Mebane Lake and connecting tributaries, resulting in the plant being unable to operate. As a result, the Cities of Mebane and Graham will be activating their mutual assistance agreements with the Orange-Alamance Water Authority and the City of Burlington to serve Mebane citizens and utility customers during this interim phase until the Graham–Mebane Water Treatment Plant regains the ability to operate safely. These entities follow the same safe drinking water treatment guidelines as our water treatment plant.
- In the meantime, we ask that customers conserve water during this interim phase, as operations cannot be conducted at normal water usage amounts. Specifically, we ask industries not to operate while the Graham–Mebane Water Treatment Plant is not operating. Also, we ask that businesses that do not provide essential services remain closed to reduce water usage further.
- Finally, we request that all residential units only use water for essential usage. These efforts are being made to assist the City in keeping the water system operational, at least at a low-pressure level of service.
- In addition, please be aware that the transfer of water supply will create a pressure drop within the Mebane water system. Also, the potential for discoloration and turbidity within water lines will occur with the changeover and redirection from the connection to new water systems.
- City services such as the Mebane Fire Department and Public Utilities are aware of this change and will continue to provide service during this interim phase. Please be aware that there is no estimate on a time frame for when the Graham–Mebane Water Treatment Plant will be fully operational again.
- Please remember to contact 911 in the event of emergencies related to this specific situation. As usual, call 911 for all other emergencies.
- Finally, first responders will remain in place to assist during this event. The City’s social media accounts will provide updates as new information becomes available.
City of Graham Water Usage:
Tropical Storm Chantal has resulted in initial flash flooding, with further flooding continuing to occur in some areas, and several locations experiencing power outages. This includes the Graham-Mebane Water Treatment Plant. The Water Treatment Plant has been inundated with flooding from Graham-Mebane Lake and its connecting tributaries, resulting in the plant’s inability to operate. As a result, the Cities of Graham and Mebane will activate their mutual assistance agreements with the City of Burlington and the Orange-Alamance Water Authority to serve Graham citizens during this interim phase until the Graham-Mebane Water Treatment Plant regains the ability to operate safely.
- In the meantime, we would like to ask that customers conserve water during this interim phase, since operations cannot be conducted at normal water usage amounts.
- We request that all residential units only use water for essential purposes. These efforts are being made to assist the City in keeping the water system operational, at least at a low-pressure level of service. Additionally, please note that the transfer of water supply will result in a pressure drop within the Graham water system, and the potential for discoloration and turbidity in water lines will occur during the changeover and redirection from the connection to the new water system. Please be aware that there is no estimate on a time frame for when the Graham-Mebane Water Treatment Plant will be fully operational.
Closures & Emergency Shelters:
***As of July 8, 2025 Emergency Shelters have closed.
- Mebane Arts Center (633 Corregidor Street, Mebane, NC 27302)
- Fairchild Community Center (827 South Graham-Hopedale Rd, Burlington, NC 27215)
Emergency Alert Services:
- City of Mebane Code Red Alerts & Community Notifications: FREE TO USE
- Code Red Alerts (Mebane) – Community Notification Enrollment
- The CodeRed platform allows for updates directly to your phone or email from the City of Mebane for Tropical Storm Chantal and future emergency alerts.
- Alamance County Emergency Management: FREE TO USE
- This system helps keep you updated of local weather alerts and emergencies.
- In case of emergency, always dial 911
Other Informative Resources:
- Duke Energy Outages
- Traffic Updates
- Water Usage Updates:
Resources for Businesses:
- The U.S. Chamber Foundation’s National Disaster Help Desk can help businesses and organizations both in the impact area and looking to support the impact area. It can be reached at 888-MY-BIZ-HELP (or 888-692-4943). Additionally, they offer this online resource to help businesses take care of their employees’ needs, communicate the impact, address financial matters (e.g., insurance, disaster assistance), restore operations, and organize recovery.
- Temporary Office Space: If your business has been impacted by the storm and you need a reliable place to work this week, the Chamber office is available. We offer dependable wireless internet and a productive environment during regular business hours (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM). To coordinate your visit, please contact us at 336-228-1338 or info@alamancechamber.com. Workspace is available on a first-come, first-served basis and based on availability.
- U.S. Chamber Small Business Readiness for Resiliency: Developed in partnership with founding sponsor FedEx, the Small Business Readiness for Resiliency Program (R4R) is a multi-year initiative to empower small business owners to proactively mitigate the risks posed by disasters.
- https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/disaster-response-and-resiliency/small-business-readiness-for-resiliency?utm_source=ready4resiliency.com&utm_medium=redirect