Kershaw County eligible for disaster assistance

Individuals in Kershaw County, including the City of Camden, are now eligible for disaster assistance to cover uninsured loss due to Hurricane Helene. Assistance is available for, but not limited to, home repairs, lodging, rental assistance, and funding for immediate needs such as food or medicine. Residents can apply for assistance in three different ways: apply online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov, using the FEMA app on your smartphone, or by calling 1-800-621-3362. Additional information on assistance eligibility can be found online at Questions and Answers About FEMA Individual Assistance in South Carolina | FEMA.gov.