Combating False Information: Untrue FEMA rumors circulating after Helene

The information below is from FEMA.gov. Help keep yourself, 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 the stop the spread of rumors by doing three easy things:  Find trusted sources of information.  Share information from trusted sources.  Discourage others from sharing information from unverified sources.  Rumor: FEMA distributes aid based on demographic characteristics. Fact: FEMA provides assistance to survivors regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency or economic status. October 4, 2024 Rumor: FEMA is in the process of confiscating Helene survivor property. If I apply…

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