HOW PRESIDENT JOSEPH BIDEN INCREASES DISASTER ASSISTANCE TO NORTH CAROLINA, GEORGIA, FLORIDA! (1222 hits)
For Immediate Release From President Biden!
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, 2024 and continuing.
The President authorized the federal cost-share to be increased from 75% to 100% for the first 180 days of the incident period. The major disaster declaration made federal funding available for Individual Assistance and Public Assistance in designated counties, as well as the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program statewide.
"I came here to Raleigh to receive a briefing from the workers on the ground who I know have been working nonstop to render aid and support. We’re here for you. And we will stay here for as long as it takes."
I’ve directed one thousand military personnel from Fort Liberty to help the North Carolina National Guard provide critical supplies to isolated communities. We’ve deployed 67 Starlink satellites so that folks in places like Canton can call for help and reach their loved ones.
FEMA teams are knocking on doors and visiting shelters to register people for financial assistance. This is direct assistance that is hitting bank accounts as soon as today. And FEMA will continue to send helicopters and trucks to deliver hundreds of thousands of meals and liters of water to communities every day.
Earlier, I took an aerial tour over Western North Carolina to survey the damage. What I saw was heartbreaking. But back on the ground, we’re witnessing neighbors helping neighbors, volunteers and workers standing side-by-side, people leaning on each other. That's America.
Join me as I receive an operational briefing on the response to Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Watch HERE!: https://www.facebook.com/POTUS
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Tennessee: A major disaster declaration has been approved for the state to supplement #Helene recovery efforts. Residents & business owners in the 8 designated areas are eligible for federal assistance. More may be added as damage assessments continue.
If you were affected by Helene, we urge you to apply for assistance as soon as possible. We understand that everyone's journey to recovery is different, so we are here to help with your unique situation. To apply, call us at 1-800-621-3362 or visit DisasterAssistance.gov. #Helene
If you suffered damages, start your recovery: If you suffered damages, start your recovery:
TIP: If you are cleaning up debris from a severe storm, separate them into categories and place them curbside to avoid blocking roadways. Never place them near or on any utility boxes or downed power lines. More tips on safely sorting debris.
Urban Search & Rescue teams continue their efforts to support the communities affected by #Helene. As of today, they have rescued over 2,100 people. Pictured: Water rescue efforts in Buncombe County, North Caolina
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Additional disaster assistance is available in Florida, North Carolina, & Georgia to help with #Helene recovery efforts. President Joe Biden authorized the cost-share for emergency protective measures to increase from 75% to 100%
Urban Search & Rescue teams continue their efforts to support the communities affected by #Helene. As of today, they have rescued over 2,100 people. Pictured: Water rescue efforts in Buncombe County, North Caolina
