Congressman Tim Moore Announces More Than $4.7 Million in FEMA Funding for Hurricane Helene Recovery Projects in NC-14

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Tim Moore (NC-14) announced more than $4.7 million in federal funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Hurricane Helene recovery projects across North Carolina's 14th District. The funding supports debris removal, infrastructure repairs, and utility restoration in the City of Morganton, Burke County, and Rutherford County.

“Western North Carolina has made significant progress since Hurricane Helene, but recovery is far from over,” said Congressman Moore. “This funding helps ease the financial burden on local governments that responded when their communities needed them most and enables critical rebuilding efforts. I appreciate President Trump, Secretary Mullin, and FEMA for recognizing the importance of this recovery effort and continuing to support Western North Carolina communities.”

$2,798,230.11 will go to the City of Morganton to repair the boardwalk and associated infrastructure severely damaged by Hurricane Helene. This funding is authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.

$1,806,428.86 will support debris removal operations throughout Burke County following Hurricane Helene. The project removed more than 9,700 cubic yards of vegetative debris from public rights of way across the county, helping reduce safety hazards and support ongoing recovery efforts. This project is funded at a 90 percent federal cost share. This funding is authorized under Section 407 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.

$147,583.40 will support storm water pipe repair or replacement in Rutherford County schools following Hurricane Helene. This funding is authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.