Three Days Left to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and SBA Disaster Loans
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National Flood Insurance Policyholders in Kentucky Can Apply for FEMA Assistance
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FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Charlotte County
FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Charlotte County TALLAHASSEE, Fla.– As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. FEMA mitigation specialists will be available to answer questions and offer free home improvement tips and proven methods to lessen damage from future disasters. This information is geared for do-it-yourself work and general contractors. FEMA specialists will be available from March 27 through April 5 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday and on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET, at
How to Appeal a FEMA Individual Assistance Decision
How to Appeal a FEMA Individual Assistance Decision How to Appeal a FEMA Individual Assistance Decision CHARLESTON, W.Va. – If you’ve recently received a determination letter from FEMA regarding your disaster assistance application and you disagree with the decision or assistance amount, don’t worry—you have the right to appeal. FEMA’s first decision may not be the final decision. Appeals are a common part of the assistance process. FEMA may simply require more information or supporting documentation from the applicant in order to approve the application or approve additional types of assistance. The process does not end when you get your
FEMA May Contact You by Phone
FEMA May Contact You by Phone FEMA Representatives Calling Kentucky Storm Survivors FEMA representatives are reaching out to survivors of the February severe storms that have applied for disaster assistance. Representatives may call for a variety of reasons such as issues with applications (missing documents, insurance settlement paperwork, etc.), follow-up on access and functional needs and/or to schedule inspections at the address where the damage was reported. Representatives may also be calling eligible survivors for the Direct Temporary Housing Program. In these instances, phone calls may come from unknown phone numbers or unfamiliar area codes. If you receive a phone
One Month Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding
One Month Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and floods have one month to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to apply for federal assistance is April 25. Applicants who wish to apply for disaster assistance should have the following information ready for their registration: Social Security number; pre-disaster address of the primary residence; name of
FEMA Strives to Leave No One Behind
FEMA Strives to Leave No One Behind FEMA customer service teams are calling applicants with disabilities to provide personal assistance as part of the agency’s commitment to ensure disaster recovery resources are available to everyone who was affected by Tropical Storm Helene. Disasters are traumatic for everyone including the 20% of Americans who have some form of physical, mental health, sensory, intellectual or cognitive disability. A disaster can take away the key components that enable people with disabilities or access and functional needs to live independently or to communicate with others. Tennesseans in Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington counties who
One Month of FEMA Assistance in West Virginia; Stay in Touch with FEMA
One Month of FEMA Assistance in West Virginia; Stay in Touch with FEMA CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today, March 26, 2025, marks one month since FEMA Individual Assistance was declared for West Virginia following the winter floods on February 15 – 18, 2025. Since then, FEMA and the state of West Virginia, along with other partner agencies and organizations, have been working to provide resources and connect with the residents in the impacted areas. To date, six counties – Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming – have been designated for Individual Assistance. FEMA Individual Assistance provides assistance to meet basic
West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance
West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance CHARLESTON, W.Va.– West Virginia renters in Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties who experienced losses due to the winter floods from February 15 – 18, 2025 may be eligible for disaster recovery assistance from FEMA and the U.S Small Business Administration (SBA). Renters may be eligible for Individual Assistance grants from FEMA to help with such disaster-related expenses as: Renting a new place to live when the renter’s previous home was significantly damaged or lost due to the disaster. Disaster-related medical and dental expenses. Replacement or repair of necessary
West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA assistance
West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA assistance West Virginian Renters may be eligible for FEMA assistance CHARLESTON, W.Va.– West Virginia renters in Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties who experienced losses due to the winter floods from February 15 – 18, 2025 may be eligible for disaster recovery assistance from FEMA and the U.S Small Business Administration (SBA). Renters may be eligible for Individual Assistance grants from FEMA to help with such disaster-related expenses as: Renting a new place to live when the renter’s previous home was significantly damaged or lost due to the disaster. Disaster-related medical