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Hurricane Helene

FEMA and the federal family are closely working with governments and communities to respond to Hurricane Helene. Follow directions from local officials to stay safe, as rainfall and flooding continue through multiple states.

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How FEMA Works

Our mission is to help you before, during and after a disaster. Learn what to expect from FEMA in each stage.

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Wildfire Response

FEMA has approved assistance to mitigate and manage active wildfires in California, Nevada and Oregon.

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How Can FEMA Help?

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Getting Help After a Disaster

Find assistance for individuals, families, state, local, tribal or territorial governments, and select private nonprofit organizations.

Frequently Asked Questions

There can be a lot to learn during a disaster. Review FAQs and get answers to your questions.

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Volunteer and Donate

Make the most out of your contributions by donating cash or your time.

Learn How to Help

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Major Disaster Declaration: Florida

Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by Hurricane Helene starting on Sept. 23, 2024.

Apply for DR-4828

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Major Disaster Declaration: North Carolina

Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by Tropical Storm Helene starting on Sept. 25, 2024.

Apply for DR-4827

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Major Disaster Declaration: Vermont

Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides on July 29-31, 2024.

Apply for DR-4826

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Major Disaster Declaration: Georgia

Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by Tropical Storm Debby on Aug. 4-20, 2024.

Apply for DR-4821

Priorities

Disaster Response & Recovery

Lead and coordinate federal response efforts after disasters and emergencies.

Equity

Instill equity as a foundation of emergency management.

Climate Resilience

Lead whole of community in climate resilience.

Readiness

Promote and sustain a ready FEMA and prepared nation.

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Individual Assistance

$1.8b

Grants to disaster survivors (in billions) so far in 2024.

2024 Mitigation Grants

1176

Number of hazard mitigation assistance sub-grants so far in 2024.

2024 Disaster Declarations

145

Disaster declarations for states and counties. See the Declarations.

2024 Fire Incidents

55

Fire Incidents for states and counties. See the incidents.