2 Weeks Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina
2 Weeks Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – If you have sustained damage or losses due to Hurricane Helene in South Carolina, it is important to act quickly as the deadline to apply for federal assistance is approaching. You have only two weeks left to apply for FEMA disaster assistance before the deadline of Jan. 7, 2025. Homeowners and renters in Abbeville, Aiken, Allendale, Anderson, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Cherokee, Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood, Hampton, Jasper, Kershaw, Laurens, Lexington, McCormick, Newberry, Oconee, Orangeburg, Pickens, Richland, Saluda, Spartanburg, Union and York counties
Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina Temporarily Closed for Holidays
Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina Temporarily Closed for Holidays COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina will temporarily close in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays. Aiken County, Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 17519 Atomic Road, Aiken, SC 29803 Open Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. through Jan. 7, 2025 Holiday Closure: Dec. 22-29, 2024, Jan. 1, 2025. Anderson County, Anderson County Library, 300 N. McDuffie St., Anderson, SC 29621 Open Dec. 20-21, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Chester County, Gateway Conference Center, 3200 Commerce Drive, Richburg, SC 29729 Open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., through Jan. 31
FEMA Extends Transitional Sheltering Assistance Program in South Carolina
FEMA Extends Transitional Sheltering Assistance Program in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – At the request of the state of South Carolina, FEMA’s Transitional Sheltering Assistance program has been extended to Jan. 11, 2025, for Helene survivors who continue to need temporary shelter. This allows households additional time to identify other housing solution or make repairs to their home. This will continue providing free hotel and motel rooms to more than 6,000 families who are already checked into area hotels. “Extending the Transitional Sheltering Assistance program through the holiday season provides much-needed relief and support to South Carolinians rebuilding their lives after this disaster,” said Kim Stenson, South Carolina Emergency Management Director. The program has been extended through the night of Jan. 10, 2025, for South Carolina Helene survivors who continue to need temporary shelter.
Two North Carolina Disaster Recovery Centers to Close Dec. 14
Two North Carolina Disaster Recovery Centers to Close Dec. 14 In partnership with the state and local governments, FEMA will close two Helene Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) as of 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14. The Jan. 7, 2025, deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is unaffected by the closures. The DRCs that are permanently closing are the following locations: Macon County – Macon County Public Health Center, 1830 Lakeside Dr., Franklin NC, 28734 Swain County – Swain County Technology and Training Center, 45 East Ridge Dr., Bryson City NC, 28713 Homeowners and renters in 39 North Carolina counties and tribal
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
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Increases Federal Cost Share for North Carolina
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Increases Federal Cost Share for North Carolina WASHINGTON – FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. made additional disaster assistance available to the state of North Carolina to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Tropical Storm Helene from Sept. 25, and continuing. The major disaster declaration approved by President Biden on Sept. 29, 2024 made federal funding available for Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and other needs assistance, with a federal cost-share of 75%. An amendment approved on Oct. 2, 2024 increases that federal cost share to 100% for the first
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Increases Federal Cost Share for South Carolina
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Increases Federal Cost Share for South Carolina WASHINGTON – FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. made additional disaster assistance available to the state of South Carolina to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Helene from Sept. 25-Oct. 7, 2024. The President authorized the federal cost-share to be increased from 75% to 100% for debris removal, including direct federal assistance, for a period of 120 days of the state’s choosing within the first 180 days from the start of the incident period. The major disaster declaration made federal
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
Farmers, Foresters, and Agribusiness employees in South Carolina May be Eligible for FEMA Assistance
Farmers, Foresters, and Agribusiness employees in South Carolina May be Eligible for FEMA Assistance South Carolina farmers, foresters, employees and self-employed individuals who work in the agribusiness industry whose tools or equipment were damaged by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for disaster assistance. FEMA assistance is available to replace disaster-damaged essential tools, supplies, equipment and items required for employment or for self-employment. Coverage for Tools and Equipment Family-owned farms typically have a variety of equipment needed to conduct business. These include, but are not limited to, tractors, plows, seeders or planters, harvesters, sprayers, hay balers and utility vehicles. These items
Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina To Close on Thanksgiving
Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina To Close on Thanksgiving All Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina will be closed on Nov. 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Most centers will be open on Nov. 29, but some will be closed. The Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina and their hours of operation can be found here. You can visit any open center to meet with representatives of FEMA, the state of South Carolina and the U.S. Small Business Administration. No appointment is needed. To find all other center locations, including those in other states, go to fema.gov/drc or text