North Carolina, FEMA
FEMA puts rumors to rest over claims of taking resources from western North Carolina
FEMA officials are putting several rumors to rest over claims that are taking resources and supplies away from states impacted by hurricane Helene.They sent this statement to our Fox Carolina News room:“The claims about FEMA confiscating or taking commodities,
Will GoFundMe hurt my chances of getting FEMA aid? And is $750 really it? What to know in North Carolina
Under the disaster declaration, North Carolinians can apply for federal disaster assistance to help pay for temporary housing, home repairs, medical expenses and other needs.
How much money does FEMA pay out in disaster relief? What to know in North Carolina
The average FEMA disaster assistance grant was $3,000 between 2016 and 2022. People with National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policies were paid an average claim amount of more than $66,000 during the same period, the government agency said.
Is a generator covered by FEMA? What North Carolina Helene victims can use federal aid funds on
Accessibility: Whether you have a preexisting disability and the accessibility features of your home were damaged, or you suffered a disability caused by Helene, FEMA can fund the repair or installation of features such as ramps, grab bars, paved paths and more.
Western North Carolina receives more than $27M in FEMA funds
More than 104,000 North Carolinians have registered for assistance from FEMA as of Monday, according to Gov. Roy Cooper. FEMA has paid more than $27 million to disaster survivors who have applied for individual assistance funds as of Saturday.
UFC star assisting in Helene rescue efforts says FEMA abandoned North Carolina: 'Still woefully absent'
Save Our Allies founder Tim Kennedy is sounding the alarm over the federal response to Hurricane Helene as crews continue searching for missing people in North Carolina.
‘We continue to bring in resources’: FEMA admin addresses Helene recovery in North Carolina
FEMA has already issued more than $30 million in individual assistance funds to people in western N.C. 17,000 national guardsmen and 1,000 active-duty troops are on the ground hel
FEMA chief continues pushback against false claims as Helene death toll hits 230
Misinformation has spread over the past week in communities hit by Helene, including that the government is withholding aid ...
FEMA says it has the funds to deal with back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton
Nevertheless, Keith Turi, the agency’s acting administrator for Response and Recovery, told reporters there are adequate ...
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FEMA releases 'Daily Fact Sheet' for NC Helene response
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has released a daily fact sheet about the Helene recovery response in North Carolina.
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‘Unconscionable’: UFC star slams bumbling FEMA for impeding rescue efforts amid ‘biblical’ aftermath of Helene
Kennedy has been busy rolling up his sleeves and rescuing North Carolinians as FEMA was nowhere to be found. He had some harsh words for them.
Harris: Trump ‘lacks empathy’ in suggesting FEMA diverting funds away from hurricane relief
Vice President Harris on Tuesday suggested that former President Trump doesn’t have compassion for others when discussing his ...
Fact check: Todd Rokita shares FEMA disaster relief rumor. Here's what's true.
The false claim that FEMA cannot financially support victims of Hurricane Helene has been circulated by former President ...
From rescue to recovery: The grim task in flood-ravaged western North Carolina
As floodwaters from Helene recede, the gruesome task of recovering victims continues across flood-ravaged western North ...
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No, FEMA, other emergency responders are not 'confiscating' emergency supplies, donations
FEMA is not "confiscating" emergency supplies or donations meant for Hurricane Helene survivors. Officials from FEMA and local leaders in states like Tennessee and North Carolina have denied these ...