Homeowners hit by Hurricane Helene face the grim task of rebuilding without flood insurance
A week after Hurricane Helene overwhelmed the Southeastern U.S., homeowners hit the hardest are grappling with how they could possibly pay for the flood damage from one of the deadliest storms in recent history to hit the mainland.
Most U.S. homeowners hit by Hurricane Helene don't have flood insurance
Outside of Florida, roughly 99% of homeowners that sustained flooding are not covered, Insurance Information Institute estimates.
No flood insurance? Here's Floridians can apply for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene's storm surge destroyed parts of Florida last week. Here's how to apply for FEMA assistance, with or without flood insurance.
Hurricane Helene brought major damage, spotlighting lack of flood insurance
While floods are considered one of the most common and costly natural disasters in the country, FEMA says just 4% of U.S. homes have flood insurance.
The Masters will be held as scheduled at Augusta despite Hurricane Helene damage, chairman says
I’m confident . . . that the Masters will be held, it will be held on the dates that it’s scheduled to be held," chairman Fred Ridley said. The Masters is slated for April 10-13.
Augusta National Golf Club donates $5 million for Hurricane Helene relief
Augusta National Golf Club made the donation in partnership with the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area.
2025 Masters to proceed as scheduled despite damage to Augusta National Golf Club caused by Hurricane Helene
A ugusta National Golf Club chairman Fred Ridley recently discussed the state of the golf course in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene with preparations for the 2025 Masters just s
Augusta National Golf Club part of $5 million donation to recovery from Hurricane Helene
Augusta National Golf Club is joining with the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area for a $5 million donation toward recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. The club made the annou
FEMA: 3.7 million dollars deposited in flood victims’ bank accounts
Tegler’s taken a few calls since the disaster from people without flood insurance not in a high-risk area starting to ...
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Hurricane Helene exposes FEMA assistance gap in Appalachian areas
The mismatch between coverage and exposure is especially stark in Appalachia, where rainfall – not ocean waves – poses the ...
Will your flood damaged Florida home get bulldozed? FEMA's 50% rule explained
If you’re dealing with flooding from Hurricane Helene, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance, but it’s not a substitute for ...
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FEMA extends flood relief deadline
Those who suffered damage from this summer’s flooding still have time to claim relief from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The program seeks to start recovery for those affected by ...
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Would Project 2025 ‘cut’ FEMA? Proposals would reduce support, hinder disaster response, experts say
Project 2025 outlines changes to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, including reducing the federal government’s share of local disaster relief contributions from 75% to 25%, privatizing flood ...
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Elon Musk Accuses FEMA of Hijacking Aid Deliveries to Flood Victims in North Carolina
Elon Musk has accused the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) of obstructing relief efforts carried out by SpaceX ...
No flood insurance in North Carolina? How to apply for FEMA assistance after Tropical Storm Helene
Tropical Storm Helene's storm surge destroyed parts of North Carolina last week. Here's how to apply for FEMA assistance, ...
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FEMA distributes $3.7M in flood aid to 1,100 CT residents, sets up centers in Southbury, Wilton
Representatives from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration will be available at the centers to assist residents and ...
Hit by Disaster? How to Get What You Deserve From Insurers or FEMA
Experts offered plenty of advice about ways to make the disaster-recovery process work. Here’s what to do and what to avoid.