US President Joe Biden called on Congress to pass a comprehensive disaster package. The package aims to provide the necessary resources to help communities affected by Hurricane Helena. and other natural disasters.
„I urge Congress to pass a comprehensive disaster package to provide needed resources to communities that faced the effects of Hurricane Helena, Biden said on the social network X.
Help will not just be a temporary solution, but will continue to arrive in the long term.
I'm calling on Congress to pass a comprehensive disaster package to provide the necessary resources for communities like those facing the aftermath of Hurricane Helene – to know that help will be ongoing, not just in the short-term, but the long-term as well.
— President Biden (@POTUS) October 6, 2024
Hurricane “Helene“ caused significant damage in multiple states, leaving behind devastation that requires not only emergency assistance but also sustainable recovery solutions. Biden stressed that emergency aid is important, but it is also necessary to develop long-term strategies to help those affected recover and adapt to future challenges.
In his speech, Biden also emphasized the importance of working in cooperation with local authorities and organizations. “We must work together to create effective solutions to meet the needs of people affected by disasters,” he said. “We have a duty to invest in resilience and in protecting our communities from future disasters.“