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FEMA Is Still Here in South Carolina

FEMA Is Still Here in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. –If you are a Hurricane Helene survivor of South Carolina on your road to recovery, you should know that FEMA is still here. FEMA, collaborating with South Carolina Emergency Management Division, is focused on finding long-term recovery solutions for individuals and communities affected by the disaster. Survivors who have questions about their application can still contact FEMA online at DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA App for mobile devices or call toll-free 800-621-3362. The telephone line is open daily, and help is available in many languages. If you use a relay service, such as Video
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Today Is Final Day To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina

Today Is Final Day To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – FEMA is encouraging South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene to apply for federal disaster assistance as soon as possible. The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. ET, Jan 28. If you sustained losses or damage from Hurricane Helene, you should register for assistance even if you have insurance. FEMA cannot duplicate insurance payments, but underinsured applicants may receive help after their claims have been settled. Homeowners and renters in Abbeville, Aiken, Allendale, Anderson, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Cherokee, Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood
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2 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina

2 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – FEMA is encouraging South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene to apply for federal disaster assistance as soon as possible. The deadline to apply is Jan. 28, just two days away. If you sustained losses or damage from Hurricane Helene, you should register for assistance even if you have insurance. FEMA cannot duplicate insurance payments, but underinsured applicants may receive help after their claims have been settled. Homeowners and renters in Abbeville, Aiken, Allendale, Anderson, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Cherokee, Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood
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1 Day Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina

1 Day Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – FEMA is encouraging South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene to apply for federal disaster assistance as soon as possible. The deadline to apply is Jan. 28, just one day away. If you sustained losses or damage from Hurricane Helene, you should register for assistance even if you have insurance. FEMA cannot duplicate insurance payments, but underinsured applicants may receive help after their claims have been settled. Homeowners and renters in Abbeville, Aiken, Allendale, Anderson, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Cherokee, Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood
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3 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina

3 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – FEMA is encouraging South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene to apply for federal disaster assistance as soon as possible. The deadline to apply is Jan. 28, just three days away. If you sustained losses or damage from Hurricane Helene, you should register for assistance even if you have insurance. FEMA cannot duplicate insurance payments, but underinsured applicants may receive help after their claims have been settled. Homeowners and renters in Abbeville, Aiken, Allendale, Anderson, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Cherokee, Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood
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Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina Closing for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina Closing for Martin Luther King Jr. Day COLUMBIA, S.C. – Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina will close on Jan. 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The centers will resume operations on Jan. 21 at the following locations: Chester County, Gateway Conference Center, 3200 Commerce Drive, Suite A, Richburg, SC 29729 Open Jan. 21-24, Jan. 27-31, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; closed Jan. 25-26. Greenwood County, United Way of the Lakelands, 929 Phoenix St., Greenwood, SC 29646 Open Jan. 21-25, Jan. 27-31, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; closed Jan. 26. Spartanburg County
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FEMA Public Assistance Available for Bamberg, Calhoun, Orangeburg Counties Following November Severe Storms and Flooding in South Carolina

FEMA Public Assistance Available for Bamberg, Calhoun, Orangeburg Counties Following November Severe Storms and Flooding in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governmental agencies and certain nonprofits (including faith-based organizations) in Bamberg, Calhoun and Orangeburg counties in South Carolina that were affected by severe storms and flooding of Nov. 6-14, 2024, may be eligible for FEMA Public Assistance. This assistance can help cover costs for debris removal, protective measures, public buildings and equipment, public utilities, and more.  This is a new major disaster declaration and separate from the declaration for Hurricane Helene.   The Public Assistance Program provides federal funding on