Support for Virginians Impacted by Helene Continues
Support for Virginians Impacted by Helene Continues BRISTOL, Va.— Over two months have passed since Hurricane Helene first impacted southwest Virginia. In that time, the commonwealth of Virginia and FEMA have made significant strides to support individuals, families and communities on their road to recovery. Graphic “A lot of progress has been achieved over the last two months to support survivors. I am grateful for our partnership with Virginia and local communities to make sure we had the right resources in place to meet the immediate needs of those impacted by Helene,” said Federal Coordinating Officer Timothy Pheil. “Our work
FEMA Encourages Virginians to Build Back Stronger and Prepare for the Future
FEMA Encourages Virginians to Build Back Stronger and Prepare for the Future BRISTOL, Va.—If you live in Virginia, there are resources and funding available to help you protect your home from future flooding and storms. FEMA Creates Phone Hotline with Home Rebuilding Tips Do you need information as you’re rebuilding so that you can reduce damage from future storms? If you need tips on mold cleanup, retrofitting for high winds, flood insurance, sealing foundation cracks, sump pumps, elevating utilities and more, call the FEMA Rebuilding Hotline at 1-833-FEMA-4US (833-336-2487) and press “3.” The hotline is open Monday to Friday
Two Weeks Left for Virginians to Apply for FEMA Assistance
Two Weeks Left for Virginians to Apply for FEMA Assistance BRISTOL, Va.— Individuals and households in Bedford, Bland, Carroll, Giles, Grayson, Lee, Montgomery, Pittsylvania, Pulaski, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise and Wythe counties and the cities of Galax and Radford who were affected by Hurricane Helene have two weeks left to apply for assistance. Survivors can apply for FEMA assistance in the following ways: Visit a Disaster Recovery Center Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov Download the FEMA mobile app Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. The helpline is available from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time in most languages. If you use video
Share with Your Friends, Family and Neighbors: Disaster Assistance Still Available for Virginians
Share with Your Friends, Family and Neighbors: Disaster Assistance Still Available for Virginians BRISTOL, Va.— Do you have any friends, family or neighbors that were affected by Hurricane Helene? There is still time for them to apply for disaster assistance! Impacted individuals in Bedford, Bland, Carroll, Giles, Grayson, Lee, Montgomery, Pittsylvania, Pulaski, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise and Wythe counties and the cities of Galax and Radford are eligible to apply for assistance from FEMA to help with costs from damage and losses due to Hurricane Helene. The deadline to apply for disaster assistance is December 2, 2024. There