Latest reports reveal, Hurricane Helene has claimed more than 200 lives in States (Georgia, Florida, Tennessee , North Carolina…) affected.
According to President of the United States (US), Joe Biden, in his remarks of his administration’s response to Hurricane Helene: “Today, I met with federal, state, and local officials to receive an operational briefing around the needs of Florida communities in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
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| President of US, Joe Biden, walked Keaton Beach with a group of officials to survey what a 15-foot storm surge does to a coastal community. Photo: @POTUS |
I also provided some updates of our own:
“Yesterday, I approved 100% percent federal cost share for emergency response activities in FL, GA, NC, and TN.
This will cover the costs for the work to remove debris; surge additional first responders and search and rescue teams; set up shelters; and provide food and water.
@USDA is on the ground to support farmers, ranchers, and small businesses impacted by the storm. And
@FEMA is knocking doors to register folks to receive financial assistance.
“To date, more than $20 million in Individual Assistance has been provided to thousands of survivors who have been affected by Hurricane Helene, and FEMA has shipped over 9.3 million meals, over 11.2 million liters of water, 150 generators, and over 260,000 tarps to the region.”
President Biden continued:
“Hurricane Helene became one of the strongest hurricanes ever to hit Florida and Southern Georgia. Families lost everything.
And this wasn’t the first time. They’ve experienced three of these storms in just over a year.
I grieve with you. And your nation has your back.
“Earlier today I walked Keaton Beach with a group of officials to survey what a 15-foot storm surge does to a coastal community.
It’s going to take time to restore this neighborhood. But the federal government is staying until the work is done.”
