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• Gov. McMaster Announces Approval of Federal Cost Share Adjustment for Hurricane Helene Governor Henry McMaster today announced that President Donald J. Trump has approved South Carolina's request to increase the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) federal cost share for Public Assistance following Hurricane Helene from 75% to 90%.
• South Carolina to ShakeOut for Earthquake Preparedness Week Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed October 11–17, 2026, as Earthquake Preparedness Week in South Carolina.
• Two Years After Hurricane Helene, South Carolina Continues to Recovery Two years after Hurricane Helene brought destructive winds, tornadoes, and widespread damage to parts of South Carolina, communities continue to recover and rebuild.