US President asks Congress to provide urgent aid to victims of Hurricane Helena ᐉ News from Fakti.bg – World News

US President Joe Biden called on Congress to pass a comprehensive disaster package. The package aims to provide needed 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 have faced the effects of Hurricane Helena,” Biden said on the X social network.

Support will not be just a temporary solution, but will continue to arrive in the long term.

I am calling on Congress to pass a comprehensive disaster package to provide the necessary resources to communities like those facing Hurricane Helene – knowing that help will be on the way, not – only in the short term, but in the long term as well.

— President Biden (@POTUS) October 6, 2024

Hurricane Helena caused extensive damage in several states, leaving devastation that requires not only emergency relief but also sustainable recovery solutions. Mr. Biden emphasized that emergency aid is important, but long-term strategies must also be developed to help those affected to overcome 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 responsibility to invest in resilience and in protecting our communities from future disasters.”