Hurricane Helene - FEMA.gov
Over the last month, FEMA and people from across the country have come together to support communities affected by Hurricane Helene. From nonprofits and faith-based organizations to government officials, individuals and the private sector, the response has been a whole-of-community effort.
Biden-Harris Administration Provides More Than $2.7 Billion in FEMA …
Nov 5, 2024 · The Biden-Harris Administration has approved more than $1.5 billion in direct assistance to Hurricanes Helene and Milton survivors. These funds help survivors with housing repairs, personal property replacement and other essential recovery efforts. Additionally, over $1.2 billion has been approved for debris removal and emergency protective measures, which are necessary to save lives, protect ...
Federal Assistance for Hurricane Helene Exceeds $344 Million as FEMA …
Oct 9, 2024 · FEMA, under the direction of the Biden-Harris Administration, continues to lead a comprehensive, whole-of-government approach to assist communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. As of October 9, federal disaster assistance for survivors has surpassed $344 million and has reached 375,000 households.
FACT SHEET: One Month Following Hurricane Helene, Biden-
Oct 28, 2024 · For communities affected by Helene, FEMA has delivered over 11 million meals and 9.6 million liters of water. FEMA now has 65 Disaster Recovery Centers open throughout all of the affected...
House GOP chairman demands FEMA accountability for Hurricane Helene …
The chairman of a House Homeland Security subcommittee is asking the Federal Emergency Management Agency to detail what it did to prepare for Hurricane Helene after it became clear there would...
Hurricane Helene: Over 220 dead as some communities struggle ... - NBC News
Oct 4, 2024 · At least 223 people have died and hundreds are unaccounted for in the destruction wrought by Hurricane Helene since it made landfall in Florida on Sept. 26.
FEMA administrator continues pushback against false Helene claims | AP News
LAKE LURE, N.C. (AP) — The head of the U.S. disaster response agency continued to forcefully push back Monday against false claims and conspiracy theories about her agency’s response to Hurricane Helene as the death toll from the storm continued to climb.
FEMA Assistance is Available for People Affected by Hurricane Helene ...
Oct 4, 2024 · People who applied for and received FEMA assistance for Hurricane Debby that occurred in August can still apply and receive assistance for damage from Hurricane Helene if their primary home is located in one of the declared counties.
FEMA has faced criticism and praise during Helene. Here's what it …
Oct 5, 2024 · WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency is tasked with helping states and communities hit by disasters like Hurricane Helene.
Hurricane Helene exposes FEMA assistance gap in Appalachian …
Oct 3 (Reuters) - As residents of western North Carolina piece together their lives following Hurricane Helene, few will be able to rely on federal flood insurance to help them rebuild.