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The White House 46 Archived@WhiteHouse46 · Oct 5, 2024

Since Hurricane Helene made landfall, there have been false claims and misinformation regarding the federal assistance…

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Summary

The Biden-Harris Administration debunks false claims about Hurricane Helene relief, clarifying that FEMA has adequate funding, disaster relief funds are being properly used, and survivors can receive assistance beyond the initial $750 payment including help with home repairs and temporary housing. Federal agencies prepositioned supplies and have distributed millions of meals and liters of water to affected survivors.

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    Since Hurricane Helene made landfall, there have been false claims and misinformation regarding the federal assistance available to survivors, from former President Trump, Congressional Republicans, and others. These claims are not true. 🧵

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    Last month, Congress passed a short-term extension of government funding. That funding ensured that FEMA has the funds and capability to immediately respond to extreme events like Hurricane Helene – and they're doing just that.

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    Before the storm hit, President Biden instructed federal agencies to pre-position critical supplies like food, water, and emergency vehicles close to affected areas. Since then, federal personnel have distributed millions of meals and liters of water to survivors.

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    It is categorically untrue to say that disaster funds have been used for anything other than providing relief to those that need it most. The Disaster Relief Fund was specifically appropriated by Congress for response to natural disasters – that is exactly how it is being used.

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    Additionally, there is a malicious rumor that survivors are eligible for only $750 in assistance from FEMA. This is not true.

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    FEMA is providing an immediate payment of $750 to eligible survivors to help with urgent needs like food, baby formula, and other necessities. But those affected may qualify for additional assistance to repair storm-related damage to homes and property, and find a temporary place to stay. As well as relief for lost crops and livestock.

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    If you or a loved one has been affected by Hurricane Helene, the Biden-Harris Administration has your back – and we'll be with you as long as it takes. To apply for assistance, please go to disasterassistance.gov or use one of the additional methods below:

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    For more information about the facts, visit @fema’s Rumor Response webpage: fema.gov/disaster/curre…