ORLANDO, Fla. – President Joe Biden declared a major disaster in Florida after Hurricane Helene slammed the state, allowing federal funding to help those impacted by the storm.
Florida homeowners and renters impacted by Hurricane Helene may be able to apply for FEMA assistance (Federal Emergency Management Agency) to help cover uninsured damage or losses.
Here’s who may be eligible for FEMA assistance, what assistance is available, what’s potentially covered, and how to apply.
Who is eligible for FEMA assistance?
Homeowners and renters in 17 Florida counties may be able to apply for FEMA assistance: Charlotte, Citrus, Dixie, Franklin, Hernando, Hillsborough, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lee, Levy, Madison, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Sarasota, Taylor and Wakulla.
Click here to check eligibility.
What does FEMA cover?
FEMA assistance may be able to help cover:
Source: FEMA.gov
How to apply for FEMA assistance
There are three ways people can apply:
What information do I need to apply?
What if I have insurance?
If you …