Georgia Hurricane Helene
Incident Period: Sep 24, 2024 - Oct 30, 2024
Declaration Date: Sep 30, 2024
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More About This Disaster
Now Closed: Period to Apply for Disaster Assistance
The initial application period for this disaster has closed, but recovery from the disaster continues. FEMA continues to accept late applications for 60 days following the end of the application periods. For FEMA to consider your late application, you will need to explain the reason for the delay by phone, in writing or in-person. FEMA does not require you to submit supporting documentation for your reasoning. FEMA will review late applications on a case-by-case basis.
I Applied for Assistance. What's Next?
After applying for assistance, your request is reviewed to determine if an inspection is needed to verify disaster-related damage to your home and personal property. FEMA staff and inspectors may contact you to discuss your disaster-caused damage.
FEMA may also request more information to support your eligibility for assistance or information related to your specific disaster-related needs identified in your application. If this is needed, you will receive a letter from FEMA outlining the information needed.
Learn more about what to expect
Review FEMA’s Decision
Once FEMA has reviewed your application, the results of the inspection and/or documentation submitted, you will get a letter explaining:
- whether you are approved for assistance
- how much assistance you will receive
- how the assistance must be used
- how to appeal FEMA’s decision if you do not agree with it
The letter will be sent to you by email or mail based on what you selected when you completed your application.
Frequently Asked Questions and Rumors
Get answers to frequently asked questions about emergency shelters, disaster assistance, flood insurance and more. Learn more about common disaster-related rumors and the facts you need to jumpstart your recovery. Find information on identifying disaster fraud and how to report it.
Find a Housing Counselor
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides support to a nationwide network of housing counseling agencies (HCAs) and certified counselors. HUD-participating HCAs are approved and trained to provide tools to current and prospective homeowners and renters so they can make responsible choices to address their housing needs considering their financial situations.
Multilingual Resources
You can find social media graphics with important safety messaging in various languages, including English, Chinese, Spanish and Vietnamese.
We also have videos in American Sign Language (ASL) on topics including:
Local Resources
Local Information
Local News & Media
Visit the News & Media page for events, fact sheets, press releases and other multimedia resources.
FEMA responding to Hurricane Helene
Recent Hurricane Rumors
Misinformation and rumors can spread quickly after a disaster. Help keep yourself, your family and your community safe by being aware of rumors and scams and sharing official information from trusted sources.
Learn more: Hurricane Rumor Response
Applying for FEMA Assistance in Multiple Disasters
Georgians who applied for FEMA assistance for previous storms or disasters must apply separately for assistance for Hurricane Helene. However, people must only apply once for each disaster to ensure their application is processed in a timely manner.
Homeowners and renters who applied for FEMA assistance under Tropical Storm Debby are encouraged to apply for assistance for Hurricane Helene, regardless of whether they received any assistance or not.
Learn more: Applying for FEMA Assistance in Multiple Disasters
How to Help
Volunteer and Donate
Recovery can take many years after a disaster. There are many ways to help such as donating cash, needed items or your time. Learn more about how to help those in need.
Don’t self-deploy to disaster areas. Trusted organizations in the affected areas know where volunteers are needed. Work with an established organization to make sure you have the appropriate safety, training and skills needed to respond.
FEMA Voluntary Agency Liaisons (VALs) build relationships and coordinate efforts with voluntary, faith-based and community organizations active in disasters.
Doing Business with FEMA
If you are interested in providing paid services and goods for disaster relief, visit our Doing Business with FEMA page to get started.
If you own a business involved with debris removal and want to work on clean-up efforts in affected areas, please contact the local government in affected areas to offer your services.
Funding Obligations
| Individual Assistance | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Housing Assistance (HA) - Dollars Approved | $81,716,543.12 |
| Total Other Needs Assistance (ONA) - Dollars Approved | $234,462,907.92 |
| Total Individual & Households Program Dollars Approved | $316,179,451.04 |
| Individual Assistance Applications Approved | 212590 |