President Joe Biden has announced his plans to visit areas impacted by Hurricane Helene this week to assess the damage and provide support to those affected. He made this announcement after being briefed on the devastating impact of the storm on the Southeast. Biden emphasized that the administration is committed to providing states with all the resources necessary for their response efforts. Vice President Kamala Harris also plans to visit the storm-ravaged areas once it is safe to do so without disrupting emergency operations.
The White House stated that Harris will stand with the affected communities and ensure they have the necessary support to rebuild in the aftermath of the hurricane. The storm has already led to at least 91 deaths across several states, including a report of 30 people killed in a North Carolina county. Biden has been in contact with state and local officials, including governors and emergency management directors, to assure them of continued support from the administration. He has also directed FEMA to expedite assistance to isolated communities facing challenges in accessing aid.
Biden has been receiving updates on the storm from FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell and other officials, while Harris has been briefed while on board Air Force Two. The President and Vice President are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with relevant agencies to provide timely and effective support to those in need. Former President Donald Trump has also announced plans to visit the impacted areas, starting with Valdosta, Georgia, to assess the damage and distribute relief supplies as part of his campaign activities.
The administration’s response efforts have been focused on meeting the immediate needs of the affected communities and ensuring that they have the resources required for recovery and rebuilding. Biden expressed his commitment to supporting the impacted areas for as long as necessary and emphasized the importance of solidarity in times of crisis. Harris echoed this sentiment, stating that the administration will stand with these communities and provide assistance until they are able to fully recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The efforts of both the President and Vice President, along with state and local authorities, are aimed at mitigating the impact of the storm and assisting those in need during this challenging time.
