MLB pitcher Cole Irvin expresses frustration over FEMA's handling of Hurricane Helene relief efforts, alleging inadequate funding and inefficient distribution of supplies. He criticizes the government for prioritizing other issues over the needs of affected communities.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JULY 26: Cole Irvin , then-#19 of the Baltimore Orioles, pitches during the eighth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on July 26, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Cole Irvin, a free agent who lives in Charlotte, N.C., said he and his wife recently gathered supplies to try and help the state with cleanup efforts. However, hevia X that if the two bring the supplies to the Federal Emergency Management Agency , there is "no guarantee they are taking it or accepting assistance."
Our government doesn’t concern themselves with us, our neighbors, our family and friends," Irvin said. "It’s how to pad their pockets." Irvin concluded by demanding the U.S. "start putting the needs of others close to us FIRST in OUR country."Wednesday that FEMA does not have enough funds for the remainder of the hurricane season. The warning comes as FEMA data shows the agency spent
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