COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Mark Sanford declared a
state of emergency in Greenville County on Tuesday, nearly a
week after heavy rains deluged homes and businesses.
The declaration triggers help from state agencies and it
makes the county a candidate for aid from the Federal
Emergency Management Agency. There has to be more than $4.5
million in damage to qualify for federal funds. The county
estimate is $5.8 million.
Many residents are struggling to find ways to pay for the
damage. They face high rebuilding costs, and some don't have
flood insurance.
Several charities are helping pay for groceries, towels and
sheets, and providing mops and brooms. The agencies also are
delivering beverages to people cleaning up and helping with
rent for some who have been displaced.
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Information from: The Greenville News,
http://www.greenvillenews.com
