Release Date:
diciembre 6, 2018
Since the federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence, Scotland County has been approved for more than $5.5 million in state and federal assistance:
- Nearly $1.9 million in state and federal grants have gone to 703 homeowners and renters.
- As of Dec. 3, 16 flood insurance claims have been filed and an estimated $421,000 in claims have been paid to date.
- More than $3.2 million in U.S. Small Business Administration low-interest disaster loans have been approved for 132 homeowners and businesses.
Individual Assistance
- As of Dec. 4, 2,036 home inspections have been issued. Approximately 99% of home inspections have been completed.
Public Assistance
- Scotland County was approved for assistance to local governments for debris removal and emergency protective measures Sep. 24 and permanent work Oct. 12.
- An applicant briefing was held Oct. 15.
- As of Dec. 3, 14 Requests for Public Assistance were received and 11 approved to date.
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