Emerald Isle Receives $2.6M FEMA Grant for Hurricane Florence Recovery

Washington, D.C.– The United States Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that Emerald Isle will receive $2,616,156 in federal funding to support recovery efforts from Hurricane Florence. This grant will assist Emerald Isle in purchasing emergency equipment and vehicles to aid future hurricane preparedness and response.

Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03) issued the following statement:

"I am appreciative of the great work FEMA has done in helping Emerald Isle and our entire state recover from Hurricane Florence," said Murphy. "Florence did immense damage to our Third District, and this funding will make sure our area is better protected from future weather-related emergencies. I am grateful that FEMA is ensuring my constituents will have the necessary equipment to aid emergency response."

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