Disaster Recovery Center in Lee County Closing, Help Is Still Available
Disaster Recovery Center in Lee County Closing, Help Is Still Available FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Disaster Recovery Center in Lee County will close temporarily at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 18. Regardless of your county of residence, you can get in-person assistance at any Disaster Recovery Center. To find a center close to you, visit fema.gov/DRC, or text DRC along with your Zip Code to 43362 (Example: “DRC 29169”). You don’t have to visit a Disaster Recovery Center to apply for federal assistance. You can submit your applications online at DisasterAssistance.gov, through the FEMA App, or by calling 800-621-3362. If you use a relay
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
How to Help After February Severe Storms and Floods
How to Help After February Severe Storms and Floods FRANKFORT, Ky. – Financial contributions to recognized disaster relief organizations are the fastest, most flexible and most effective method of donating to help those affected by the February severe storms and floods. Local and national Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOADs) provide emergency assistance to survivors. Those seeking to donate to the recovery efforts can do so by visiting Kentucky VOAD - Kentucky Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster. Cash donations allow these organizations to address urgent or emerging needs quickly. When you donate cash, it also moves through the economy of the affected areas.
If You Can Not Live in Your Home After February Flooding, Help Is Available
If You Can Not Live in Your Home After February Flooding, Help Is Available FRANKFORT, Ky. -- If you were affected by the February severe storms and flooding and your pre-disaster primary residence was located in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike or Simpson counties, you may be eligible for Displacement Assistance. Displacement Assistance Displacement Assistance is money to help with immediate housing needs if you cannot live in your home after the flooding. This money can be used to stay in a hotel, with family and friends or for other options while
Upcoming Deadlines to Apply for Disaster Recovery Help
Upcoming Deadlines to Apply for Disaster Recovery Help LOS ANGELES –Several deadlines are approaching for individuals impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires. FEMA Individual Assistance: March 10, 2025 Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling FEMA’s helpline at 800-621-3362, or by using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service. You may also apply at a Disaster Recovery Center. Visit the DRC Locator for a center near you. SBA Disaster Loan: March 10, 2025 Apply for a Small Business Administration Disaster Loan
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
Help FEMA Help You
Help FEMA Help You As FEMA assistance applications are processed, individual situations can change. It is important that you keep FEMA informed of your current contact information. This will ensure any benefits you are eligible for reach you without delay. A simple way to provide FEMA with missing or new information is to create an account at DisasterAssistance.gov. If you do not have internet access or need services not available on FEMA’s website, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. Multilingual staff will take your call from 7 a.m. to midnight ET, seven days a week. If more information is needed to
In North Carolina, 153,000 Families Receiving FEMA Help
In North Carolina, 153,000 Families Receiving FEMA Help HICKORY, N.C. – In 39 counties, including the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, more than 153,000 households are being helped by FEMA assistance as they recover from Tropical Storm Helene. Four months after the catastrophic storm, individuals and families have received rental assistance, money for basic repairs to their homes, sheltering in hotels, temporary housing in FEMA-provided mobile homes and travel trailers, funds for replacement of essential personal property, money for serious needs, and other assistance. Here are some ways that FEMA is working with the state of North Carolina and local
Coral Reef Restoration Can Help Prevent Flood-Driven Pollution Along Florida’s Coast
While coral reefs are well known for their ability to buffer coastal communities from storm-driven waves, this study is the first to assess how restoring reefs could lower the risk of flood-related pollution along Florida’s extensive 460-kilometer coral reef-fringed coastline. By mitigating wave-driven flooding, coral reef restoration could significantly reduce the likelihood of contamination from key infrastructure such as petroleum storage tank systems, onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems, and wastewater treatment plants. Reducing the risk of pollution translates into major environmental and economic benefits. The study estimates that the present value of infrastructure protection and pollution prevention provided by
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