Casandra Skinner Hoekstra Chief of Staff | North Carolina Department of Public Safety
Casandra Skinner Hoekstra Chief of Staff | North Carolina Department of Public Safety
FEMA has agreed to extend the deadline for the Individual Assistance Program by 30 days, following a request from Governor Josh Stein. The new deadline is April 7, 2025. Governor Stein expressed gratitude in his statement:
"Agradezco a FEMA y a la Administración Trump por haber accedido a la solicitud de Carolina del Norte de extender el plazo del Programa de Asistencia Individual; gracias también a nuestra delegación en el Congreso por su apoyo. Se trata de un paso positivo hacia adelante; insto a los habitantes afectados por desastres de la región oeste de Carolina del Norte a solicitar estos fondos de FEMA, los cuales están disponibles para ayudarles a ponerse de pie nuevamente.”
Stein also emphasized ongoing efforts to secure further federal support: "Seguimos buscando la aprobación del Congreso y de la Asamblea General para obtener los fondos económicos adecuados que sostengan los esfuerzos de recuperación ahora en curso. La población del oeste de Carolina del Norte necesita de más apoyo federal para reconstruirse más sólidamente."
Homeowners and renters in various counties affected by Tropical Storm Helene may be eligible for FEMA assistance if they experienced uninsured losses. Last month, Stein requested an additional $19 billion in federal funds for infrastructure restoration and disaster mitigation.
Residents can apply for assistance through local Disaster Recovery Centers, the FEMA hotline at (1-800) 621-3362, or online. Those with insurance should file claims with their insurers before applying for FEMA aid but do not need to wait for settlement.
If an application is denied, individuals can appeal via local centers, the hotline, or Legal Aid of NC's portal. For further recovery support, contact the NC Disaster Case Management Program at 1-844-746-2326.
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