Rep. Cawthorn Announces Individual, Public Assistance Granted for Western North Carolina

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – U.S. Representative Madison Cawthorn announced today that Major Disaster Declaration 4617-DR had been approved for the State of North Carolina following Tropical Storm Fred.

The declaration provides Individual Assistance for Buncombe, Haywood, and Transylvania Counties and Public Assistance for Avery, Buncombe, Haywood, Madison, Transylvania, Watauga, and Yancey Counties. All areas in the State of North Carolina are eligible for assistance under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.

“When flooding struck Western North Carolina last month, I immediately asked Joe Biden to honor any request from Governor Cooper related to issuing a major disaster declaration for the flood-torn areas of my district. Today, President Biden approved the North Carolina disaster declaration requested by the Governor’s office. I look forward to helping my constituents secure this crucial aid for themselves and for their families.” -Congressman Madison Cawthorn

Constituents can call 800-621-3362 or visit disasterassistance.gov to apply for federal assistance. Those seeking help with assistance can contact Congressman Madison Cawthorn’s office at (202) 225-6401 or (828) 435-7310.

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