Stay up to date with several important updates about Tropical Storm Helene Recovery:
- FEMA has extended the deadline for Tropical Storm Helene survivors in North Carolina to apply for federal assistance until April 7, replacing the previous deadline of March 8.
- North Carolina House lawmakers added funding for rental assistance and farmers to their latest Hurricane Helene relief bill, proposing $500 million in new spending. A recent amendment includes $10 million for rental aid.
- Disaster Energy assistance is available to 25 counties Impacted by TS Helene to Help with heating costs and repairs beginning Jan. 15. Disaster Energy Assistance Available to 25 Counties Impacted by Hurricane Helene to Help with Heating Costs and Repairs During Winter Beginning Jan. 15 | NCDHHS
- Disaster Unemployment Assistance – Extended to Monday, 3/10
- Public Comment Period: Western NC Recovery Action Plan (CDBG-DR) – Due Wednesday, 3/19; plus in-person public meetings
- Buncombe Long-Term Recovery Group Sign Up or Sign In/ Regístrate e inicia sesión – Airtable
- SBA loans offer extra funds for stormproofing homes in NC
- WNC Housing Guide – Home
Upcoming In-person Disaster Legal Services – Free Legal Clinics:
- Marshall | March 14, 12:30pm – 6:00pm (community flier here)
Schedule an appointment online - Asheville | March 17, 12 PM – 6 PM (community flier here)
All walk-ins welcome. No appointments needed. - Burnsville | March 28, 1 PM – 7 PM (community flier here)
Schedule an appointment online
Upcoming In-person Initial FEMA Application Clinic:
- Marshall | March 1, 10 am – 4 PM
Madison Early College High School, 5734 US Hwy 25-70, Marshall