Convoy of Hope has deployed members of its disaster response team to North Carolina as Hurricane Irene bears down on the East Coast as a Category 2 storm. Disaster response team members will work with the local Emergency Operations Center and rendezvous at the state’s pre-staging location.

Two tractor-trailers loaded with water, ready-to-eat meals and equipment will soon leave the Convoy of Hope warehouse bound for North Carolina. Disaster response personnel will work with local organizations and volunteers to distribute supplies where they are most needed.

“Convoy of Hope strives to maintain the ability to respond quickly and effectively to disasters,” says Jeff Nene, senior director - public relations for Convoy of Hope. “Because of our logistical expertise, partners and strong relationships with government agencies and local organizations we can quickly get help to those who need it.”