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 Approves $1 Billion for Homeowners and Renters in Florida
FEMA Approves $1 Billion for Homeowners and Renters in Florida TALLAHASSEE, Fla. –FEMA has approved more than $1 billion in federal disaster assistance to help homeowners and renters recover from Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby. This includes: $449.2 million approved for Hurricane Milton $516.6 million approved for Hurricane Helene $49.8 million approved for Hurricane Debby Under FEMA’s Individual Assistance program, homeowners and renters affected by Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby may be eligible for assistance for basic home repairs, personal property losses and other uninsured or underinsured disaster-caused expenses. Floridians can still apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by using the