Actual FEMA chart:
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is waging a PR war to combat ‘rumors’ and ‘confusion’ about the Biden-Harris administration’s failure to care for Americans affected by Hurricane Helene.
In a post on X Twitter on Thursday, FEMA said, “There are many rumors circulating about the response to #Helene. Rumors can create confusion & prevent people from getting the help they need. Help us share accurate information: http://fema.gov /helene-rumors
There have been many rumors circulating about it #Helen answer.
Rumors can create confusion & prevent people from getting the help they need. Help us share accurate information: https://t.co/Z5vxuBTths pic.twitter.com/U3DCtmC1LN
– FEMA (@fema) October 3, 2024
Hurricane Helene: Gosip Response
Help keep you, your family and your community safe after Hurricane Helene by being aware of rumors and scams and sharing official information from trusted sources.
Do your part to prevent the spread of rumors by doing three simple things:
Find reliable sources of information.
Share information from trusted sources.
Stop others from sharing information from unverified sources.gossip
Rumor: FEMA doesn’t have enough money to provide disaster relief for Helene.
reality:
FEMA has enough money now for response and recovery needs. If you are affected by Helene, don’t hesitate to get disaster relief as there are different types of help available for different needs.October 3, 2024
Rumor: FEMA is asking for cash donations and rejecting volunteers.
reality:
This is wrong: FEMA does not solicit or generally accept cash or volunteer donations in response to disasters. We encourage people who want to help to volunteer or donate cash to a reputable voluntary or charitable organization. After a disaster, cash is often the best way to help because it gives the most flexibility to reputable organizations working in the field to buy what they need.If you come across someone claiming to represent FEMA and asking for donations, be careful as this is a possible scam. Government employees will not ask for money.
Learn more about how to help after a disaster: How to Help After Hurricane Helene
October 3, 2024
Rumor: Funding for FEMA’s disaster response is diverted to support international efforts or related issues.
reality:
This is false. No money is diverted from disaster response needs. FEMA’s disaster response efforts and individual assistance are funded through the Disaster Relief Fund, which is a special fund for disaster efforts. Disaster Relief Fund money has not been diverted to other non-disaster-related efforts.October 3, 2024
Rumor: FEMA is seizing donations for survivors.
reality:
Rumors of FEMA refusing donations, stopping trucks or vehicles with donations, confiscating and confiscating supplies often spread after a disaster. This is all fake.FEMA does not accept donations and/or food from survivors or voluntary organizations. Donations of food, water, or other goods are handled by voluntary agencies that specialize in storing, sorting, cleaning, and distributing donated goods.
FEMA does not conduct vehicle stops or handle road closures with armed guards – that is done by local law enforcement.
October 3, 2024
Rumor: FEMA will only provide $750 to disaster victims to support recovery.
reality:
This is false.One type of aid that is often approved quickly after you apply is Serious Needs Aid, which is $750 to pay for essential items like food, water, infant formula, breast milk supplies, medicine and other emergency supplies. There are other forms of assistance you can receive when you apply for disaster relief. While your application continues to be reviewed, you may still receive additional assistance for other needs such as support for temporary housing costs and home repairs. Learn more about the types of help available. If you have questions about applying for disaster assistance and whether you qualify, please call us at 1-800-621-3362 to speak with a FEMA representative.
October 3, 2024
FEMA spokeswoman Jaclyn Rothenberg also posted on X:
“There are a lot of dangerous and misleading rumors about the #Helene response, which could prevent survivors from getting help. Our top priority is making sure disaster relief gets to those who need it. .@FEMA is not asking for donations. We encourage people -people who want to volunteer or donate cash to reputable organizations working in the field to buy what they need. After a disaster, cash is often the best way to help because it gives the most flexibility to reputable organizations working in the field. to buy what is needed..@FEMA is not taking donations for #Helene survivors. Rumors about FEMA stopping vehicles with donations, or taking donations from organizations are false. Volunteer agencies that specialize in handling donations are active in the area which affected Helene.
.@FEMA don’t ask for donations. We encourage people who want to volunteer or donate cash to reputable organizations working in the field to buy what they need.
— Jaclyn Rothenberg (@FEMAspox) October 3, 2024
.@FEMA do not take donations intended for #Helen survived. Rumors about armed FEMA guards stopping vehicles with donations, or taking donations from the organization are false. A voluntary agency dedicated to handling donations is active on the ground in areas affected by Helene
— Jaclyn Rothenberg (@FEMAspox) October 3, 2024
DC Draino responded: “Rumor: “FEMA is really failing the people of NC and TN” Fact check: True”
Rumors: “FEMA is failing the people of NC and TN”
Fact check: True
— DC_Draino (@DC_Draino) October 3, 2024
