FEMA Mobilizes to Support Hurricane Helene Recovery in Southeast

Federal resources are being deployed to aid states devastated by the deadly storm, which has claimed 56 lives and left millions without power.

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell is assessing damage in Florida alongside Governor Ron DeSantis and other officials.
President Biden and Vice President Harris have approved emergency declarations for six states, expediting federal assistance.
The Biden administration has deployed over 2,300 federal personnel, including 800 FEMA staff and 1,270 Urban Search and Rescue team members.
Efforts are focused on providing critical resources such as food, water, and generators to affected communities.
Both President Biden and Vice President Harris have expressed their commitment to ongoing support and recovery efforts for the impacted regions.