Coverage dated September 28, 2024 to October 1, 2024
Helene’s powerful floods prompt urgent relief efforts – and a wakeup call
Headline from Christian Science Monitor
First a hurricane and then a tropical storm, Helene left its severest damage inland, where people weren’t expecting, or prepared for, such a deluge.
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The full impact of Hurricane Helene won’t be known for weeks, but groups from both the public and private sector are mobilizing efforts to help those affected by the Category 4 storm that has killed at least 120 people and already caused billions in damage.
Relief efforts are underway, with government agencies and aid organizations like the American Red Cross, Samaritan's Purse, and the Salvation Army providing assistance.
These Minnesotans are volunteering to help provide Hurricane Helene disaster relief. Here are some ways to donate to the American Red Cross, Salvation Army and more.
Hurricane Helene help, resources, and recovery in Florida: Florida State Assistance Information Line, How to apply for FEMA, Disaster Distress Helpline, American Red Cross, Florida Disaster Fund, Price Gouging Hotline.
Many groups providing aid will only accept cash donations because the needs are not fully known and it does not require additional resources to get the donations to those in need. Food and clothing drives may be helpful later in the process in specific communities, but it can divert manpower to conn…
Millions of people in the Southeast are still reeling in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The storm made landfall on Thursday in Florida as a Category 4
Disaster relief is complex due to insufficient resources, poor coordination, and the wrong types of aid. Learn how to support Hurricane Helene recovery effectively.
Many Americans donate even if they can't claim a tax deduction. But some of the tax rules that apply are good to follow even if you're not claiming a tax deduction.
