Cherry P. Jochum

FEMA Interagency Recovery Coordination Lead and Philanthropy Advisor helping communities before, during, and after disasters. Tweets & posts are my own.

[FEMA Region 4 @femaregion4]

#NorthCarolina: Need help with rent, home repairs or medical bills? We are still here. Meet with us at a Disaster Recovery Center.

Centers are open from Waynesville to Ashe County.

Find one near you: https://t.co/nfSxCUMnHa

[Homeland Security @DHSgov]

Did you know DHS plays a critical role in securing major events like the Super Bowl? Together, we ensure a strong security presence, so you can safely enjoy America’s big game.

[RI Emergency Management Agency @RhodeIslandEMA]

A ‼️Winter Storm Watch‼️has been issued for Saturday 2/8/25 7:00 PM to Sunday 2/9/25 4:00 PM for RI. Accumulation amounts are predicted at 5 to 8 inches.

A ‼️Wind Advisory‼️ is also in place, with sustained winds of 10-20 mph and peak gusts of 45-55 mph, potentially causing isolated power outages. Marine hazards include rough seas and dangerous conditions for small craft—mariners should exercise caution.

[Erin Derham Van Swol @HistoryBoutique]

‼️ FEMA director, Cameron Hamilton let me set up a Zoom call where six WNC families could speak directly to him.

He listened. He apologized. He ended with, “don’t thank me. I work for you.” @FEMA_Cam Thank you!

[FEMA @fema]

Meet Kendall. After losing her home during #Helene, Kendall was eligible for our Direct Housing for the Direct Lease program. We remain committed to supporting North Carolina survivors with their ongoing recovery.

More info the video below or visit: https://t.co/cmnDndfslp

[FEMA @fema]

Reminder: We will never charge applicants for disaster assistance or help with filling out applications. Scammers often attempt to take advantage of survivors after a disaster.

Please take caution and report any suspicious activity:

⌨️ https://t.co/YD9vNkix46
☎️ 1-866-223-0814

[Cameron Hamilton @FEMA_Cam]

Updates from @USACEhq.

This crew has been here less than a week and has already cleared 9,000 cubic yards of debris from the Swannanoa waterway.

We're making a quick impact in North Carolina and the work will only continue from here. 💪

[Cameron Hamilton @FEMA_Cam]

Partners like @SamaritansPurse and @USACEhq are on the front lines of helping people.

I'm on the ground in western North Carolina, learning about the important work they continue to do day in and day out to support the recovery of our fellow Americans.

[FEMA Region 4 @femaregion4]

#Florida: We approved an additional $44.1M for Hernando, Pasco, & Manatee counties for recovery from Hurricanes Milton, Helene, & Debby.

Learn more: https://t.co/h1Qn0Fd2o7

#Helene #Milton #Debby

[Cherry P. Jochum @JochumPCherry]

Hurricanes Helene and Milton Long-Term Recovery Grant Program https://t.co/XAnEkUpFbv

[Cherry P. Jochum @JochumPCherry]

#CarolinaAcross100

[Cherry P. Jochum @JochumPCherry]

Health Care https://t.co/Ad7DOiD3U1

[FEMA @fema]

.@POTUS approved a Major Disaster declaration this week in CA, allowing survivors to access resources & federal funding to jumpstart their recovery.

In the video below, Dana talks about her experience applying for assistance & how easy the process was on her road to recovery.

[FEMA Region 4 @femaregion4]

#NorthCarolina: Due to continued extreme winter weather, FEMA is extending the Transitional Sheltering Assistance hotel stays until Jan. 14.

If someone still needs assistance, please call 800-621-FEMA (3362).

[Duke Energy @DukeEnergy]

After storms like #Helene and #Milton, collaboration with county, state and federal agencies is essential. In western N.C., for example, road and bridge repair by @NCDOT allowed our crews to access Bakersville, N.C., for the first time this week – faster than initially expected.

[USAWHC @USArmyWHC]

#HeleneNC: @USArmy @101stAASLTDIV #Soldiers clear debris Oct. 16, 2024, at Lake Lure, N.C., Flowering Bridge, home to 30 gardens and 2,000 plant species before #HurricaneHelene. | https://t.co/daFsDYcMQo | @18airbornecorps, @USArmyNorth, @USNorthernCmd, #USArmy, #Soldiers🇺🇸⭐️

[NC National Guard @NCNationalGuard]

Together, we stand ready to support our communities in need.

#Helene #HeleneNC

📸: Cpl. Nigel Hatcher

[Division of Aviation @NCAviation]

#HeleneNC Mission of the Day

The aviation community’s response has been remarkable. Teams from NC airports, along with out-of-state volunteers, came together to support those impacted in Western NC. Thank you for your dedication and teamwork in this recovery!

[NCDOT @NCDOT]

Working as one united community, #HeleneNC recovery and rebuilding efforts are pulling in every available resource from across NC and beyond.

😪 "It makes you proud to be a part of it while your heart aches for what everybody has to go through." - Tim Anderson, NCDOT Div. 13

[Tenn. National Guard @TNMilitaryDept]

Yesterday, members of the Tennessee National Guard’s 45th Civil Support Team conducted essential assessments of soil contamination in Erwin, Tennessee, as part of the relief efforts for Hurricane Helene. This rapid-response unit, consisting of both Air and Army National Guardsmen, showcased their expertise and dedication to public safety by collecting and testing soil samples. Their efforts aimed to safeguard the health and well-being of the affected communities.

(U.S. Army National Guard photos by Sgt. Everett Babbitt and Pfc. Landon Evans)

#AlwaysReadyAlwaysThere
#TennesseeNationalGuard
#HurricaneHelene
#MakingADifference