Operational Changes and Threats
temporarily halted door-to-door recovery efforts in following threats against its workers, including an arrest of William Jacob Parsons for making threats with firearms.
The threats were tied to rampant disinformation about FEMA's response to , leading to adjustments in operations out of caution, though disaster-recovery centers remained open.
Response to Misinformation and Recovery Efforts
directed state law enforcement to collaborate with FEMA to address threats and misinformation, emphasizing the importance of responder safety and accurate information.
Despite the challenges, FEMA resumed its operations, including door-to-door assistance, and continues to aid North Carolina's recovery from Helene, amidst efforts to counter false claims regarding disaster relief.