Misinformation and conspiracy theories spreading online are hurting hurricane relief efforts. In the days following Hurricane Helene, federal and state officials have warned that false claims have distracted from rescue work.
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“We saw so much and continue to see so much misinformation coming out of North Carolina after Hurricane Helene,” Coats said. “Things like FEMA is stealing supplies, confiscating supplies from relief centers, that if you take money from FEMA, they have the potential to take your land or your home. So, some really scary things that cause people to question whether they should even ask for help, which is truly tragic.
“Local meteorologists are doing amazing work, and they really become this trusted lifeline at moments like this,” Coats said. “ worried about the same things that their audience is worried about they’re worried about their homes. They’re worried about their families. They’re worried about their pets. That connection and knowing that these are organizations and individuals who care about that community, trying to identify those local sources is just so important.
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