Floridians get IRS relief following deadly Hurricane Helene

Floridians have been offered various aid, including IRS relief, in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which has left a devastating mark across the Southeast.

Over 160 people have died across six states as a result of the hurricane, according to CBS. The massive Category 4 tore through the U.S. Southeast region last week, leaving millions without power and communications. Hundreds remain missing as rescue crews struggle to reach the hardest-hit areas.

As of Tuesday evening, CBS News confirmed at least 77 storm-related deaths in North Carolina, 36 in South Carolina, 25 in Georgia, 14 in Florida, eight in Tennessee, and two in Virginia. Officials warn that these numbers may rise as recovery operations continue.

As of Wednesday, 21,000 people in Florida were still without power as utility crews work to clear blocked roads and repair damaged infrastructure.

In a bid to ease the financial burden on those affected, the IRS announced that individuals and businesses in parts of Florida impacted by Hurricane Helene will receive tax relief. Taxpayers in the affected areas now have until May 1, 2025, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments.