How to Document Damages After Severe Weather Events
How to Document Damages After Severe Weather Events FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA understands that clean up and rebuilding after a flood can take time and be overwhelming. Guidance is available and it’s always important to put safety first. Follow instructions from your local officials to ensure it is safe to reenter your home. You can begin the recovery process by documenting damage and taking steps to stop the spread of mold. First, confirm the electricity and gas are shut off to avoid fire or injury. Have an electrician check the house before turning the power back on. Document Your Flood Damage
Tennessee Document Processing Centers to Close; FEMA Help Remains
Tennessee Document Processing Centers to Close; FEMA Help Remains The Document Processing Centers operated by FEMA will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan.24. While FEMA centers were open, more than 5,146 people were able to get information and guidance in face-to-face meetings with FEMA, the U.S. Small Business Administration and other agencies and organizations. FEMA urges survivors to stay in touch. For more information, go to DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA App for mobile devices or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. Lines are open from 7 a.m. to midnight Eastern Time seven days a week and specialists speak many languages. Applying for assistance is
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Close as Document Processing Centers Open
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Close as Document Processing Centers Open FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in Carter, Cocke, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington counties will close at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan.7. That is the last day for Tennessee homeowners, students and renters impacted by Tropical Storm Helene to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. The deadline to apply for a long-term, low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration is also Jan.7. Document Processing Centers will open 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8 in Carter, Johnson and Unicoi counties. Survivors will be able to turn in documents and follow up on applications and appeals. No new