There is Still Time to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance After Hurricane Helene in South Carolina
There is Still Time to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance After Hurricane Helene in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – Homeowners and renters affected by Hurricane Helene in South Carolina have until 11:59 p.m., Jan. 7, 2025, to apply for federal disaster assistance. FEMA urges survivors in designated areas to apply as soon as possible. FEMA assistance may include funds for temporary housing while you are unable to live in your home, such as rental assistance or reimbursement for hotel costs; funds to support the repair or replacement of your primary home, including privately-owned access routes, such as driveways, roads, or
Federal Disaster Assistance for Connecticut Tops $10 Million
Federal Disaster Assistance for Connecticut Tops $10 Million More than $10 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for over 2,454 households in Connecticut following the August 18-19, 2024 Severe Storm, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides. As of December 5, Connecticut’s recovery assistance from FEMA includes: $10,083,522 million in FEMA’s Individual and Households Program (IHP) grants awarded to eligible homeowners and renters in three Connecticut counties. These grants help pay for uninsured and underinsured losses and storm-related damage, including: $6,120,771 million in FEMA housing grants to help pay for home repair, home replacement and rental assistance for temporary housing. $3,962,751
COLUMBIA, S.C. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Chester County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
COLUMBIA, S.C. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Chester County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene. COLUMBIA, S.C. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Chester County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene. Chester County Gateway Conference Center3200 Commerce Drive, Suite ARichburg, SC 29729 Open Dec. 9-13, 16-20, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday Additional Disaster Recovery Centers are scheduled to open in other South Carolina counties. Click here to find centers that are already open in South Carolina. You can visit any open center
One Month Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance
One Month Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance North Carolinians with disaster-related damage or loss from Tropical Storm Helene have one month to apply for federal assistance. The application deadline is Jan. 7, 2025. This applies to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians of North Carolina and residents of the following counties: Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, Forsyth, Gaston, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Iredell, Jackson, Lee, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Mitchell, Nash, Polk, Rowan, Rutherford, Stanly, Surry, Swain, Transylvania, Union, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin and Yancey. Homeowners and renters in these areas may be eligible
Less than Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance
Less than Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance ANCHORAGE, Alaska – Residents who were affected by the August 5-6 flooding that occurred in the City and Borough of Juneau have until Monday, December 16, to apply for FEMA housing and other needs assistance, and FEMA Disaster Unemployment Assistance, administered through the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, and the U.S. Department of Labor. This deadline is for residents who may need assistance with: Funds for home repairs Temporary rental assistance Damaged vehicles and essential personal property Loss of subsistence items Medical and dental expenses caused by the disaster
FEMA Offers Equal Access to Assistance for All South Carolina Disaster Survivors
FEMA Offers Equal Access to Assistance for All South Carolina Disaster Survivors COLUMBIA, S.C. – FEMA is committed to providing equal access to federal assistance for South Carolinians who were affected by Hurricane Helene. If you have accessibility needs, let FEMA know about your individual needs when you apply for disaster assistance. If you or anyone in your household has a disability or language need and a need to interact with FEMA or disability-related losses due to the storm, it is important to answer “yes” to the appropriate questions when completing the application for FEMA disaster assistance. You will be
Medical/Dental Assistance Available for South Carolinians Affected by Hurricane Helene
Medical/Dental Assistance Available for South Carolinians Affected by Hurricane Helene COLUMBIA, S.C. – If you sustained an injury or illness due to Hurricane Helene, you may be eligible for medical/dental assistance from FEMA. Medical/dental assistance can help cover uninsured expenses for medical care related to the disaster-caused injury or illness. This funding can also be used to help replace medical/dental equipment, breastfeeding equipment or prescribed medicine damaged or lost due to Hurricane Helene. In addition to medical/dental assistance, FEMA offers several other types of assistance for which you may be eligible. To find out what assistance you qualify for, submit
FEMA Urges South Carolinians to Apply for Assistance Despite Concerns Regarding Homeowners’ Insurance
FEMA Urges South Carolinians to Apply for Assistance Despite Concerns Regarding Homeowners’ Insurance COLUMBIA, S.C. – If you were affected by Hurricane Helene and have an active insurance policy, state and FEMA officials urge South Carolinians to check with their insurance company and FEMA to start their road to recovery. “We know that some survivors of Hurricane Helene are concerned about the impact filing a claim may have on increasing their premiums,” said Director of the South Carolina Department of Insurance, Michael Wise. “We urge people affected by Hurricane Helene to talk with their agent or company representative to understand
FEMA Disaster Assistance Tops $12 Million in First 30 Days
FEMA Disaster Assistance Tops $12 Million in First 30 Days Just 30 days after President Joe Biden declared a Severe Storm and Flooding disaster in Chaves County, more than $12 million in FEMA disaster assistance has been approved, going directly into the pockets of hundreds of eligible New Mexicans. To date, over 2,200 residents have applied to FEMA for federal financial assistance. Record rainfall and flooding hit the towns of Hagerman, Hope, Midway and Roswell on Oct. 19-20, damaging nearly 1,000 homes and about 100 businesses in Roswell alone. Two people lost their lives in the severe storm, and hundreds
FEMA Providing Rental Assistance for Helene Survivors
FEMA Providing Rental Assistance for Helene Survivors HICKORY, N.C. - Survivors of Tropical Storm Helene in North Carolina may be eligible for continued rental assistance for temporary housing through FEMA’s Individual and Households Program. FEMA pays rent, including a security deposit, at a place other than your damaged home. Your rental can be a house, apartment, hotel, or recreational vehicle that can keep you near your job, home, school, and place of worship. The assistance may include essential utilities such as electricity and water. The approved rental amount is based on fair market rates for your area as determined by the