At the request of South Carolina, the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance for those impacted by Hurricane Helene has been extended to January 28, 2025. Homeowners and renters affected by the storm are strongly encouraged to apply before the deadline.
FEMA assistance includes:
- Temporary housing support (rental assistance or hotel cost reimbursement).
- Home repair or replacement funds, including access routes like driveways and private roads.
- Disaster-related expense coverage, such as replacing personal property, vehicles, and tools required for work, as well as medical, dental, and child care costs.
Who Can Apply
Residents in Abbeville, Aiken, Allendale, Anderson, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Cherokee, Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood, Hampton, Jasper, Kershaw, Laurens, Lexington, McCormick, Newberry, Oconee, Orangeburg, Pickens, Richland, Saluda, Spartanburg, Union, York counties, and the Catawba Indian Nation are eligible.
How to Apply
- Online: Visit DisasterAssistance.gov.
- FEMA App: Apply using the mobile app.
- Phone: Call 800-621-3362 (open daily with multilingual support).
- For those using relay services, provide FEMA with your relay service contact information.
For a step-by-step video on how to apply, visit FEMA’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.
FEMA ensures programs are accessible to individuals with disabilities and functional needs. Don’t wait—apply before January 28, 2025.
