FEMA Extends NC Helene Aid Deadline to April 7

North Carolina residents affected by Hurricane Helene have until April 7, 2025, to apply for FEMA's individual assistance program following a 30-day deadline extension. Governor Josh Stein announced the extension, which was granted by FEMA and the Trump Administration, in response to ongoing recovery needs in 39 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Additionally, the deadline for disaster unemployment assistance remains March 10, requiring applicants to file for state benefits and provide employment documentation. Stein has also called for an additional $19 billion in federal funds to aid infrastructure repair and reduce future disaster impacts. The recovery efforts continue, with local officials and residents expressing gratitude for the support provided by state and federal agencies.