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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97692
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Small Business Administration announced an amendment related to the Presidential declaration for a major disaster in South Carolina due to Hurricane Helene. This amendment extends the deadline to apply for physical damage relief to January 2, 2025, and adds Berkeley County to the list of affected areas. The disaster incident occurred from September 25, 2024, to October 7, 2024. Individuals and businesses can apply for disaster assistance loans through the MySBA Loan Portal.

    Simple Explanation

    The government said people and businesses in South Carolina who had things broken by a big storm can ask for help fixing them until January 2, 2025, and they added another place called Berkeley County to the list of areas that can get help.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97055
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that President has declared a major disaster in South Carolina due to Hurricane Helene, which began on September 25, 2024. This declaration allows FEMA to provide federal assistance to affected individuals in various counties for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and hazard mitigation. The assistance is provided under the Stafford Act, and funding for certain programs will cover up to 75% of eligible costs. Brett H. Howard of FEMA is appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for managing this relief effort.

    Simple Explanation

    When a big storm called Hurricane Helene hit South Carolina, the President said, "Let's help!" Now, a team led by a person named Brett H. Howard is giving some money and help to clean up the mess and fix things.