The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice declaring a major disaster in Georgia due to damage from Hurricane Helene. The declaration, made on September 30, 2024, allows for federal assistance for individual aid, debris removal, emergency protective measures, and hazard mitigation throughout the state. Affected counties include Appling, Brooks, Coffee, and several others, and FEMA will cover 75% of eligible costs for most assistance types. Kevin A. Wallace, Sr. has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster.
Simple Explanation
The government said there's been a big storm called Hurricane Helene in Georgia, and it's giving money to help fix things. They will pay for three-quarters of the repair costs, but it's not clear who pays the rest or how they will make sure the money is used properly.