FEMA working to provide federal assistance to those impacted by Helene
Federal Emergency Management Agency representatives are stationed across the region in multiple counties to assist those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Rick Brewer, a FEMA representative, told News Channel 11 that applying is the first step to receiving assistance.
What to know about FEMA checks, other federal Florida aid after Milton
Standing in front of wreckage on St. Pete Beach from Hurricane Milton, President Joe Biden on Sunday promised federal dollars would flow into the state to help families recover — and harden against future storms that will inevitably come.
Fact Check: FEMA’s $750 emergency aid to Hurricane Helene victims not a loan
Emergency assistance of $750 offered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to survivors of Hurricane Helene is not a loan recipients have to pay back, the agency said in response to posts spreading the incorrect information.
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Delayed: The federal DoD response to Hurricane Helene
Civilian entities, justly and appropriately, lead responses to our Nation’s disasters. For the Federal Government, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is the executive agent. At the state level, the National Guard is an initial military capability designed to operate under State Governors to respond to emergencies and disasters.
FEMA hurricane aid won’t affect other benefits, agency says
If you were affected by Hurricane Helene, FEMA urges you to apply for disaster assistance without hesitation, as it will not affect other federal benefits you may receive.
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'It's heartbreaking:' Federal personnel resume full hurricane response efforts after threats force a partial pause
Misinformation has caused "real-world obstacles" for FEMA responders as the agency looks to protect its workforce.
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Joni Ernst open to more FEMA funding once the federal government details what it needs
U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst said she believes Congress should consider passing additional funding for the Federal Emergency ...
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Inside FEMA: DHS’ Disaster Relief Agency
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is driving DHS' mission to respond to disasters forward. Learn more about this ...
SC sheriff who disparaged federal relief efforts now promises to 'hunt down' people who hinder FEMA
Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright says his deputies will "hunt down" those who threaten FEMA a week after he disparaged ...
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Threats against FEMA workers hamper some hurricane aid; authorities arrest armed man
A North Carolina man accused of threatening Federal Emergency Management Agency workers was arrested on public terror charges, authorities announced Monday, amid a ...
Fire departments across NEPA receive $2M in federal grants
Some fire departments and hose companies across the NEPA will receive life-saving equipment and preventative health care screenings.
Why some people in Hurricane Helene's path didn't get emergency alerts
Some counties certified to issue alerts through FEMA's system did not send any when the remnants of Hurricane Helene hit, ...
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Southern Illinois agencies share emergency preparedness strategies at conference
The Pavilion in Marion, Illinois, hosted the 12th annual Weathering the Storm conference Wednesday, which brought together ...
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Emergency leave for federal workers impacted by Hurricane Milton
Feds impacted by the hurricane can then use the extra paid time off during the emergency, without having to dip into their ...