The Biden administration continues to ramp up its lifesaving response efforts to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. President Joe Biden announced the deployment of 1,000 active-duty troops to assist with recovery. With more than 160 lives lost across six states, the administration has prioritized getting resources to isolated communities.

The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has shipped over 8.5 million meals and 7 million liters of water. FEMA assistance in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia includes a one-time $750 payment to help with essentials, and residents can also register for disaster assistance. Additionally, the Department of Defense has activated helicopters and National Guard personnel to assist with search and rescue.

Today, Biden surveyed the damage in North and South Carolina while Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to Georgia. Both leaders are focusing on ensuring aid reaches all affected communities with special emphasis on historically underserved areas.

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