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Residents of Mercer County, W.Va., have one week left to apply for disaster assistance
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Mercer County residents have one week left to apply for FEMA Assistance for damages sustained during the Sept. 25-26, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. The deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. FEMA assistance for...
Owner: American Government
Wildfire Survivors: Beware of Stolen Identity Fraud and Other Disaster Recovery Scams and Deceptions
LOS ANGELES – Some Californians impacted by the Los Angeles County wildfires may be targeted with scams and fraudulent schemes. Disasters are often opportunities for criminals who attempt to obtain names, addresses and social security numbers to...
Owner: American Government
North Carolina: FEMA Continues to Work with Helene Survivors for Transitional Sheltering Assistance Eligibility
HICKORY, N.C. – This weekend, FEMA began contacting Tropical Storm Helene survivors who are staying in hotel rooms paid for by FEMA to ensure their continued need for the Transitional Sheltering Assistance program. The short-term sheltering...
Owner: American Government
FEMA Inspecting Homes After Hurricane Helene
After Georgians apply for FEMA assistance following Hurricane Helene, a home inspection may be necessary to help determine if an applicant is eligible for various types of assistance. Due to the number of counties impacted by the hurricane and the...
Owner: American Government
Mercer County, W.Va., Disaster Recover Center open on Martin Luther King holiday
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in Princeton, W.Va., will be open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, to help Mercer County residents impacted by the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical...
Owner: American Government
Changes Coming for Two Disaster Recovery Centers in Georgia
The Disaster Recovery Center in Jefferson County will close permanently at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30. The recovery center in Coffee County will close at its current location at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, and reopen at a new location at 10 a.m....
Owner: American Government
W.Va. recovery mission marks progress after one month
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – One month after President Joe Biden signed a major disaster declaration for Mercer County, FEMA has now provided survivors of Tropical Storm Helene with more than $1 million in federal disaster assistance. The work is just...
Owner: American Government
Karen Floyd’s ELYSIAN to Host Exclusive Launch Event for Spring 2025 Philanthropy and Fashion Issue
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- ELYSIAN Magazine, a leading voice celebrating women’s empowerment, philanthropy, and style, invites you to an exclusive launch event for its highly anticipated 2025 Spring...
FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Pasco and Pinellas Counties
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. FEMA mitigation specialists will be available to answer questions and offer free...
Owner: American Government
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,...
Owner: American Government
Georgians Have Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance; Deadline is Feb. 7, 2025
Georgia survivors of Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4—20. 2024) and Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024) in the counties designated for Individual Assistance have just two weeks left to apply for FEMA assistance. The application period for...
Owner: American Government
Disaster Recovery Center Open in Fulton County
FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Fulton County to provide one-on-one help for Georgians affected by Tropical Storm Debby (damage Aug. 4—20, 2024) and Hurricane Helene (damage Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024). The center is open 10 a.m. to 5:30...
Owner: American Government
FEMA Transitional Sheltering Assistance Available for Los Angeles County Residents
LOS ANGELES - FEMA and the state of California are working to ensure that displaced survivors of the Los Angeles wildfires have access to safe, accessible temporary shelter. Reimbursement for out-of-pocket hotel costs, financial assistance towards...
Owner: American Government
Disaster Recovery Center in McDuffie County to Close Permanently Jan. 25
The Disaster Recovery Center in McDuffie County is set to close permanently at 6 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25. It is currently open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday through Saturday. The recovery center is at this location: McDuffie County Thomson Depot 111...
Owner: American Government
Residents of Mercer County, W.Va., have two weeks to apply for disaster assistance
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Renters and homeowners in Mercer County, W.Va., who were affected by the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene have two weeks to apply for assistance. FRIDAY, FEB. 7, 2025, IS THE LAST DAY TO APPLY. FEMA has many...
Owner: American Government
FEMA Assistance for Survivors with Disabilities
For eligible homeowners, FEMA can help with additional repairs and improvements if you or a household member has a disability. What disability-related items can FEMA help with? FEMA can help homeowners pay for the full cost of these items when...
Owner: American Government
You Can Appeal FEMA’s Decision
COLUMBIA, S.C. – If you receive a letter from FEMA saying you are ineligible for assistance, you can appeal the decision and provide more information. It is possibly something as simple as missing documentation or information. Please read the FEMA...
Owner: American Government
After You Apply with FEMA, Now What?
LOS ANGELES – After you apply with FEMA for disaster assistance, you may wonder what comes next. Sometimes, FEMA may call you for more information or to give you an update. Messages from FEMA will arrive by email, phone, or text. You will know the...
Owner: American Government
Last Day for Floridians to Apply for FEMA Assistance
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Floridians who sustained loss from Hurricanes Milton and/or Helene and have not yet applied for FEMA assistance are encouraged to act quickly. The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. ET today, Tuesday, Jan. 7. How To Apply for...
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