(QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The federal government has provided another $3.2 million for Hurricane Helene recovery projects in western North Carolina, Congressman Tim Moore announced Thursday.
The FEMA funding supports infrastructure repairs, utility restoration and other recovery efforts in communities impacted by the historic 2024 storm.
Last week, FEMA earmarked more than $4.7 million for Helene-related debris and infrastructure repairs in Burke and Rutherford counties.
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“While Western North Carolina has come a long way since Hurricane Helene, many communities are still working to recover,” said Moore in a release. “This funding provides much-needed support to the communities that stepped up during the storm and helps ensure recovery efforts can continue without placing additional strain on local taxpayers. I’m grateful to President Trump, Secretary Mullin, and FEMA for their continued commitment to helping Western North Carolina rebuild stronger than ever.”…