NORTH CAROLINA — Victims of Hurricane Florence that took place beginning on Sept. 7, 2018 in North Carolina may qualify for tax relief from the Internal Revenue Service.

How to contact FEMA about Hurricane Florence?

Visit the News & Media page for events, fact sheets, press releases and other multimedia resources. Call 2-1-1 or text “FLORENCE” to 898211 for questions about Hurricane Florence. Download the FEMA mobile app (available in English and Spanish) to receive emergency alerts and find a shelter.

How to donate to Hurricane Florence in NC?

In North Carolina, visit the NC Disaster Relief Fund and click “Donate to Hurricane Recovery,” or text “FLORENCE” to 20222.

Where can I get tax relief for Hurricane Florence?

NC-2018-03, Sept. 15, 2018 — Victims of Hurricane Florence that took place beginning on Sept. 7, 2018 in North Carolina may qualify for tax relief from the Internal Revenue Service. Updated 11/19 – added McDowell county. Updated 10/26 – Added Alamance, Durham, Guilford, Madison, Polk, Rowan and Tyrrell counties.

What is a casualty loss in a hurricane?

Typically, a casualty loss is defined as the damage, destruction, or loss of your property from any sudden, unexpected, or unusual event. That includes a hurricane, flood, tornado, fire, earthquake, or even volcanic eruption. A casualty loss does not include normal wear and tear or damage that happens over time, like termite damage.

Can You claim a casualty loss after a federally declared disaster?

If the loss isn’t attributable to a federally declared disaster, it isn’t a federal casualty loss, and you may not claim a casualty loss deduction unless an exception applies. For a list of federally declared disaster areas, check out the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website.