Federal Assistance

A Major Disaster Declaration was declared on October 2, 2024. Through the declaration, FEMA has been able to provide survivors with assistance through federal assistance programs. The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance was Tuesday, January 7.

FEMA will be establishing Document Processing Centers in Carter, Johnson, and Unicoi counties. Survivors can visit a center to turn in documents and follow up on applications and appeals. No new applications will be taken without a qualifying reason.