Emergency Zoom Call With FEMA Sees Officials Asking For Generator Power To Help With Recovery
The effects of Helene are becoming clear. In North Carolina, the death toll has risen to over 108 people. Towns face isolation, and it will take a long time for life to return to a new normal. FEMA is calling for our help!
Today, FEMA held a conference call with the Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA). Generator Source was there, ready to provide power and assist with recovery efforts.
“We’ve called this meeting today to work with FEMA,” said Mir Mustafa, CEO of EGSA. “FEMA has requested emergency assistance in North Carolina. FEMA would like to work with EGSA members to identify possible vendors to support post-Helene operations. Capabilities are needed for on-site power generation and support activities. The vendors will work directly with the state during the operational phase.”
“North Carolina has been devasted and we are reaching out to you in hopes we can add more generators to our current fleet,” said John Anderson, FEMA Action, Deputy Director, Distribution Management Division. “This is going to be a long-term process to help North Carolina recover.”
“Your willingness to contribute during these critical times ensures that we can continue to provide essential services and aid to those who need it most,” added Mustafa.
Generator Source will do our best to work with FEMA. We want to support the people of North Carolina. FEMA has asked EGSA members to fill out a survey that will give them a better idea of what vendors can offer.
“We are looking forward to be able to dedicate services and or equipment to help with the recovery efforts in North Carolina, not to mention the other areas in the region,” said Tim Lathan, Generator Source general manager.
“We will work closely with FEMA to see what we can do,” added Lathan. “With operations in Jacksonville and Pensacola, our teams are well versed in hurricane and tropical story recovery efforts. We can offer rental units and generator sales and service all throughout the Southeast. If you need help with portable power in the region, call our Florida offices, Jacksonville (904) 914-7355 or Pensacola (850) 378-1064.”
More communities are beginning to transition from Helene relief to storm recovery efforts at the time of this blog. The FEMA deputy director and local officials warn residents that returning to normal will take weeks or even months. We will not know the full extent of the damage for some time.
Story Summary
What areas were impacted by Hurricane Helene?
Hurricane Helene caused significant damage across several southeastern states, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Virginia. The hardest hit areas were in western North Carolina.
How can people apply for FEMA disaster assistance?
There are three main ways to apply for FEMA assistance:
1. Online at disasterassistance.gov
2. Calling 1-800-621-3362
3. Using the FEMA mobile app
What types of assistance is FEMA providing?
FEMA is providing various forms of assistance, including:
- Funds for temporary housing and home repairs
- Low-interest disaster loans
- Grants for disaster-related expenses and serious needs
- Crisis counseling
- Disaster unemployment assistance
How long will recovery efforts take?
Officials have cautioned that full recovery will likely take weeks or months in the hardest hit areas. The full scope of damage is still being assessed.
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What should residents do if they’ve been impacted?
- Apply for FEMA assistance as soon as possible
- Document damage with photos/videos
- Save receipts for disaster-related expenses
- Contact insurance companies to file claims
- Be cautious of potential scams
How can people help with recovery efforts?
- Donate to reputable disaster relief organizations
- Volunteer through official channels once it’s safe to do so
- Avoid self-deploying to disaster areas without proper coordination
- Support local businesses in impacted communities when they reopen
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