Hurricane Damage Gives N.C. County Disaster Label
<i> Associated Press</i>
WASHINGTON —
President Clinton has declared Dare County, N.C., a disaster area as a result of damage caused by Hurricane Emily.
The declaration, issued Friday, means that the Federal Emergency Management Agency will establish a field office in the county to assist hurricane victims.
Those affected by the storm can apply for a variety of federal aid, including small business loans and individual family grants and rental and mortgage assistance.
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