As FEMA prepares for Hurricane Milton, it battles rumors surrounding Helene recovery
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has been fighting misinformation since Helene slammed into Florida nearly two weeks ago.
FEMA official responds to Trump’s false claims about Hurricane Helene response
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell responds to former President Donald Trump’s false claims about the response to Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.
Biden sends more troops to North Carolina for continued Hurricane Helene response
Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage from Florida into the Appalachian mountains and killed more than 225 people across multiple states.
FEMA administrator continues pushback against false claims as Helene death toll hits 230
The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is again forcefully pushing back against false claims and conspiracy theories about how her agency is responding to Hurricane Helene
FEMA Chief Continues Countering False Claims About Helene Response
Since Helene, FEMA has used portions of its website to combat misinformation about the agency's response to the storm.
FEMA Calls Out Conspiracies and Rumors About Hurricane Helene Response: 'Frankly Ridiculous'
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said the false claims are unhelpful as the federal agency attempts to assist those in need
FEMA launches efforts to combat Hurricane Helene misinformation
Former President Trump and other Republicans have criticized FEMA for its response to Hurricane Helene, claiming that the agency is providing only $750 in aid to affected individuals. In response, FEMA has launched a new webpage to clarify the facts regarding hurricane recovery efforts.
FEMA chief slams 'ridiculous' false claims about Helene response
Former President Donald Trump recently accused FEMA of spending all its money to help immigrants who are in the United States illegally.
UFC star assisting in Helene rescue efforts says FEMA abandoned North Carolina: 'Still woefully absent'
Save Our Allies founder Tim Kennedy is sounding the alarm over the federal response to Hurricane Helene as crews continue ...
North Carolina Republican pushes back on hurricane misinformation: "Nobody can control the weather"
Rep. Chuck Edwards debunked some of misleading information spread by former President Donald Trump and others.
How Hurricane Helene may affect the election in North Carolina
None of the 13 affected counties in North Carolina have a fully operational elections board, according to the state's ...
Is a generator covered by FEMA? What North Carolina Helene victims can use federal aid funds on
Accessibility: Whether you have a preexisting disability and the accessibility features of your home were damaged, or you ...
FEMA Chief: Hurricane Misinformation Is ‘Worst That I Have Ever Seen’
Misinformation and rumors often circulate amid natural disasters, as information is scarce and tensions are high. But the ...
Helene fact check: Here are the rumors and the reality in Western North Carolina
Rumors are spreading wildly on social media about recovery efforts in North Carolina. Here are the rumors and what’s really happening.
Helene’s death toll reaches 232 as one decimated North Carolina town still awaits FEMA help
The death toll from Hurricane Helene has risen to approximately 232 people, with hundreds still missing, and numbers expected ...
Here’s a breakdown of FEMA’s efforts in western North Carolina in wake of Hurricane Helene
The country has rallied around western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene left disaster-struck mountain towns and cities ...
Both Democrats and Republicans in North Carolina say misinformation is complicating Hurricane Helene relief efforts
Donald Trump and others have shared false claims about the federal hurricane response. Officials say it's making recovery ...
Harris Calls Trump 'Incredibly Irresponsible' for Spreading Misinformation About Helene Response
Vice President Kamala Harris is calling former President Donald Trump “incredibly irresponsible” for spreading falsehoods ...