The document outlines the federal assistance available to areas affected by disaster in North Carolina, as designated under FEMA-4827-DR, following a disaster declaration on September 28, 2024. It specifies that all regions within the state are eligible to apply for funds through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. The document indicates that additional assistance designations may be established in response to further damage assessments. A visual map is referenced, showing designated counties eligible for varying types of aid, including Individual Assistance and Public Assistance categories. The map is based on data from FEMA and ESRI and outlines both designated and non-designated areas. The inclusion of tribal areas, such as those of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, reflects the comprehensive scope of support available to all affected communities. This document serves as a vital resource for understanding the state’s disaster recovery initiatives and financial assistance opportunities in the aftermath of the disaster.

This document lists the counties in North Carolina that have been declared eligible for certain federal initiatives. The counties included are Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Clay, Cleveland, Gaston, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania, Watauga, Wilkes, Yancey, and Mecklenburg, as well as the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. The list appears to serve as a reference for federal grants and RFPs, indicating areas of focus for state and local government funding opportunities. By including these counties, the document likely aims to streamline the grant application process and facilitate resource allocation in identified regions. This enumeration of counties plays an important role in guiding the distribution of federal funds and addressing local needs for government services or projects.