Murphy on Successful Fourth Annual WATERS Summit
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy hosted the Fourth Annual Water Adaptations to Ensure Regional Success (WATERS) Summit alongside Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07).
"While I had to participate remotely to be in Washington to vote to reopen the government, the Fourth Annual WATERS Summit was a remarkable success," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "Hundreds from across North Carolina and the country came together to collaborate on strategies for flood mitigation, water preservation, rebuilding efforts, and preparation for future catastrophes. Last year, Western North Carolina was tragically devastated by Hurricane Helene, a historic disaster that no one could have predicted. While our efforts and attention were immediately drawn to helping our mountain neighbors, this year, we reflected on how we can best prepare our communities for intense weather systems and manage flooding.
"I appreciate all of our participants and attendees for their dedication to implementing innovative ways to manage waterway issues. It is vital to protect livelihoods and our communities against unpredictable calamities and to preserve the richness of North Carolina for future generations."
"I’m grateful we were able to host another successful and informative WATERS Summit this year, especially after last year’s event had to be canceled because of Hurricane Helene," said Congressman David Rouzer. "That storm is another reminder of the constant threat to life and property during and after, requiring collaborative efforts among all stakeholders and at all levels of government. The presentations and discussions today focused on topics such as flood mitigation and solutions, including innovative water management as well as mitigation and recovery practices that have proven successful. I look forward to working with all our partners to turn these conversations into meaningful action for the citizens of North Carolina."
