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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97045
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    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.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97053
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The President declared an emergency for Alabama due to Hurricane Helene, starting on September 22, 2024, and continuing. This declaration authorizes federal support to assist with emergency protective measures in various counties, including funds for evacuation, shelter support, and direct federal assistance. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will oversee these efforts, with specific counties designated for particular types of aid. The assistance will be provided under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, covering a part of the total eligible costs.

    Simple Explanation

    The President said that because of a big storm called Hurricane Helene, Alabama needs help, so the government will give money and other support to help people stay safe. But they didn't say exactly how much money is for each part, which might make it a bit confusing for everyone.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10128
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made changes to a major disaster declaration for Montana, originally declared on March 31, 2020. This amendment, which became effective on January 20, 2021, involves the appointment of Nancy J. Dragani as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Lee K. dePalo. This notice lists the categories of federal assistance available for reporting and fund claims related to the disaster.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA made a change to Montana's disaster help by picking a new leader, Nancy, to take over from Lee, and they updated the list of possible help people can ask for.