Resources to help Georgia Disaster Survivors Deal with Stress and Worry
Resources to help Georgia Disaster Survivors Deal with Stress and Worry Thursday, March 27 marked six months since Hurricane Helene struck Georgia, bringing destruction and disrupting the lives of millions of people across the state. Disaster anniversaries can bring up painful memories and cause feelings of anxiety, fear, anger and hopelessness. Survivors may also have nightmares or experience flashbacks or depression. FEMA encourages survivors to use these resources to help you get the support you need. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Disaster Distress Hotline The toll-free, confidential multilingual Disaster Distress Helpline is open to anyone experiencing emotional distress
FEMA is Still in Georgia to Help Applicants
FEMA is Still in Georgia to Help Applicants Although the deadline for disaster assistance has passed, FEMA is still in Georgia helping survivors impacted by Tropical Storm Debby and Hurricane Helene. You can visit any U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) locations listed below to meet with a FEMA representative about your application or to update your contact information. FEMA representatives are working with their SBA partners at these locations: Bulloch County Statesboro-Bulloch County Library 124 S. Main St. Statesboro, GA 30458 Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday–Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday. Coffee County Satilla Regional
FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING FORT STEWART GEORGIA (FTSTGA) 25-16
FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING FORT STEWART GEORGIA (FTSTGA) 25-16 04 – 12 March Fort Stewart, GA Centered at 320049N0813446W or the SAV254021 The entire flight advisory may be accessed and downloaded at the following address: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2025/Feb/FTSTGA_25-16_GPS_Flight_Advisory.pdf Pilots are advised to check NOTAMs frequently for possible changes prior to operations in the area. NOTAMs will be published at least 24 hours in advance of any GPS tests.
Changes Coming for Two Disaster Recovery Centers in Georgia
Changes Coming for Two Disaster Recovery Centers in Georgia The Disaster Recovery Center in Jefferson County will close permanently at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30. The recovery center in Coffee County will close at its current location at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, and reopen at a new location at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 30. The centers’ standard hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, except Fulton County center, where the hours are 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, closed Saturday. All centers are closed on Sundays. Jefferson County (closing permanently 6 p.m. Jan. 30)
FEMA Seeks Property Management Companies in Georgia for Direct Lease
FEMA Seeks Property Management Companies in Georgia for Direct Lease FEMA is seeking information from property management companies with ready-for-occupancy residential or rental properties in Georgia communities affected by Hurricane Helene. These units must meet local, state and federal housing regulations. Property management companies for consideration should be doing business in and around communities affected by Hurricane Helene, to include Appling, Berrien, Burke, Clinch, Coffee, Emanuel, Jeff Davis, Jefferson, Lanier, Lowndes, McDuffie and Toombs counties, as well as surrounding communities. FEMA encourages all interested property management companies to consider participating. The deadline for companies to reply to this request for information is
FEMA Seeks Multi-Family Properties to House Georgia Storm Survivors
FEMA Seeks Multi-Family Properties to House Georgia Storm Survivors FEMA is seeking multi-family properties that can be used as temporary housing for eligible survivors of Hurricane Helene. These units must meet local, state and federal housing regulations. Multi-family properties for consideration should be in and around the communities affected by Hurricane Helene, to include Appling, Berrien, Burke, Clinch, Coffee, Emanuel, Jeff Davis, Jefferson, Lanier, Lowndes, McDuffie and Toombs counties. FEMA encourages all interested multifamily properties to consider participating. The deadline for property owners and managers to reply to this request for information is Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. Interested parties will need
FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – FORT STEWART GEORGIA (FTSTGA) 25-10
FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING FORT STEWART GEORGIA (FTSTGA) 25-10 23 – 24 January Fort Stewart, GA Centered at 320051N0814619W the SAV261030 The entire flight advisory may be accessed and downloaded at the following address: https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2025/Jan/FTSTGA_25-10_GPS_Flight_Advisory.pdf Pilots are advised to check NOTAMs frequently for possible changes prior to operations in the area. NOTAMs will be published at least 24 hours in advance of any GPS tests.
Georgia Disaster Recovery Center in Lincoln County Set to Close Jan. 8
Georgia Disaster Recovery Center in Lincoln County Set to Close Jan. 8 ATLANTA – The Disaster Recovery Center in Lincoln County is scheduled to close permanently at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. The center is located at: Lincoln County Lincoln County Recreation DepartmentWalter T. Norman Gym1962 Rowland-York DriveLincolnton, GA 30817 Additional centers remain open in the following counties until further notice: Open Monday – Saturday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Appling County Closed temporarily. Will open in this new location on Wednesday, Jan. 8 Appling County Center 83 S Oak St Baxley, GA 31513 Coffee County The Atrium 114
Georgia Disaster Recovery Center in Washington County Set to Close Jan. 8
Georgia Disaster Recovery Center in Washington County Set to Close Jan. 8 ATLANTA – The Disaster Recovery Center in Washington County is scheduled to close permanently at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. The center is located at: Washington County Sandersville School Building Authority 514 North Harris St. Sandersville, GA 31082 Additional centers remain open in the following counties until further notice: Open Monday – Saturday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Appling County Closed temporarily. Will open in this new location on Wednesday, Jan. 8 Appling County Center 83 S Oak St Baxley, GA 31513 Coffee County The Atrium 114
Deadline for Georgia Survivors to Apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance after Hurricane Helene Approaching
Deadline for Georgia Survivors to Apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance after Hurricane Helene Approaching ATLANTA – Georgians who lost income due to Hurricane Helene have more time to apply for assistance. The Georgia Department of Labor has extended the Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) deadline from January 7, 2025 to February 7, 2025. Georgians in Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Ben Hill, Berrien, Brantley, Brooks, Bryan, Bulloch, Burke, Butts, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Clinch, Coffee, Colquitt, Columbia, Cook, Dodge, Echols, Effingham, Elbert, Emanuel, Evans, Fulton, Glascock, Glynn, Hancock, Irwin, Jeff Davis, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Lanier, Laurens, Liberty, Lincoln, Long, Lowndes, McDuffie, McIntosh, Montgomery