Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Baxter County

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- FEMA and the State of Arkansas will be opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Mountain Home on Tuesday, June 18 to provide one-on-one help to Arkansans affected by the May 24-27 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding. 

The center is located at:

Food Bank of North Central Arkansas 

1042 Highland Circle 

Mountain Home, AR 72653

The center will operate Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and close Sundays.

The new location joins the present disaster recovery centers open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at: 

Benton County

Northwest Arkansas Community College

Becky Paneitz Student Center, SC 108 

1211 SE Eagle Way,

Bentonville, AR 72712

Parking available at 1202 Water Tower Road in the adjacent multi-level parking garage on levels 2 and 3

Boone County

Boone County Government Building 

220 N. Arbor Drive

Harrison, AR 72602

Marion County

Marion County Fairgrounds 

513 E Seawell Ave 

Summit, AR 72677 

Residents in Baxter, Benton, Boone, Fulton, Greene, Madison, Marion and Randolph counties can visit any of these disaster recovery centers to meet with representatives of FEMA, the U.S. Small Business Administration, along with many Arkansas departments and other community partners. No appointment is needed to visit a center. 

Each center is accessible to people with disabilities or access and functional needs and is equipped with assistive technology. If you need a reasonable accommodation or sign language interpreter, please call FEMA’s Civil Rights Resource Line: 833-285-7448 (press 2 for Spanish). Line is open Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT.

You do not have to visit a center to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. The quickest way to apply is by going online at disasterassistance.gov/.

Additional options when applying include:

• Download the FEMA App for mobile devices 
• Call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
• To view an accessible video about how to apply visit: Three Ways to Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance - YouTube.

For the latest information visit fema.gov/disaster/4788. Follow the FEMA Region 6 X account at X.com/FEMARegion6 or on Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6.

alexa.brown Mon, 06/17/2024 - 23:03

FEMA Promotes Extreme Heat Safety and Preparedness Ahead of Dangerous Long Duration Heat Wave

WASHINGTON -- This week, the National Weather Service reported that more than 72,650,000 people are under heat advisories and excessive heat watches and warnings across much of the Midwest, Great Lakes, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. With the extreme heat forecast expected to last throughout this week and possibly the next, FEMA is encouraging communities to prepare and protect themselves against this hazard. 

Extreme heat is the leading weather-related cause of death in the U.S. However, heat related illnesses and deaths are largely preventable with proper planning, education and action. In April, FEMA launched its annual #SummerReady Campaign with an Extreme Heat Summit to help people and communities build local capacity to prepare for and take actionable steps to address extreme heat. The Summer Ready Campaign provides free and low-cost tips to protect against this serious hazard. As we continue to experience the impacts of this extreme hazards, FEMA urges individuals in affected areas to pay close attention to weather forecasts, heed the advice from local officials and follow these tips to stay safe during extreme heat.

• Understand Your Risk and Hazard. Summer heat can be especially dangerous for older adults, those who work outside, people with certain health conditions, and those without access to air-conditioning. It’s important to recognize the signs of heat exhaustion, heat cramps, heat stroke and ways to respond. While all heat-related illnesses can require medical attention, heat stroke is always a medical emergency. If you experience – or notice someone else experiencing the symptoms of heat stroke, call 9-1-1 and get the person to a cooler place right away.
• Keep Everyone Safe. Never leave children or pets alone in hot vehicles. Heat can rise in a car up to 20 degrees in just 10 minutes. It is important to check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning and who spend much of their time alone.
• Stay Cool. Fans alone aren’t enough in high heat and high humidity. FEMA encourages people and especially those that are vulnerable to go somewhere with air conditioning or visit a public place like the library, museum, or shopping mall to stay cool. Other ways to keep cool include wearing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing, taking a cool shower or bath to cool off and if you are at home, keep curtains closed to keep the heat out.
• Stay Hydrated. Drink plenty of water even if you do not feel thirsty and avoid drinks with caffeine. If you have epilepsy or heart, kidney, or liver disease, are on fluid-restricted diets, or have a problem with fluid retention consult a doctor before increasing liquid intake.
• Check the Air Quality. Hot weather can make air quality worse. Poor air quality can be especially dangerous for people with heart or lung disease, older adults and children. You can enter your zip code on the AirNow.gov page to get air quality data where you live. 

Other Important Tips:

• Extreme heat and heat waves can also affect power systems, as utility companies may shut down portion of the electric grid. If the power goes out, use only flashlights or battery-powered lanterns for emergency lighting. Never use candles during a blackout or power outage due to extreme risk of fire.
• Use generators safely and always use them outdoors and at least 20 feet from windows, doors and attached garages. Make sure to keep the generator dry and protected from rain or flooding.
• Visit Ready.gov or Listo.gov for more information on how to stay safe before, during and after extreme heat.

FEMA's mission is helping people before, during and after disasters.

erika.suzuki Mon, 06/17/2024 - 22:30

Submit Receipts if You Made Repairs Individuals affected by the April 2-6 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides in Boone, Cabell, Fayette, Kanawha, Lincoln, Marshall, Nicholas, Ohio, Putnam, Wayne and Wetzel counties may be eligible for reimbursement for repairs they made to their homes. 

If you made repairs to your home or replaced damaged items, you can submit receipts to FEMA for possible reimbursement. 

Even if you cannot find the receipts for work done or items replaced, there are still ways to get that information to FEMA. 

Did you use your credit card to buy home repair items or to replace something damaged in the flood?

• Reach out to your credit card company to get a copy of your statement with the purchases. 
• Contact the store and ask them to look you up by a customer loyalty number or your credit card information.

Did you hire a contractor or company to do repairs?

• Contact the company/contractor and ask for a receipt or duplicate invoice for work completed.
• Contact the company/contractor and ask them to write a letter stating what work was done. 

What information do your need to include when submitting documents?

• Include with your documents:
• Make sure you write your name, disaster number, and FEMA application number on all documents you send to FEMA.
• A signed letter to explain why you are submitting documents and what they are for.
• Copies of supporting documents, including proof of your disaster-caused losses which could be photos or an insurance claim. 
• All documents, including receipts, bills, and estimates, must include contact information of the service provider.
• Keep all original documents for your records and only provide copies to FEMA.

How can you submit receipts and documents?

• There are a few different ways you can provide FEMA with your receipts:
• Bring them to a Disaster Recovery Center and a FEMA specialist can help you upload them to your registration. Visit the FEMA DRC Locator for more details on DRCs open in West Virginia.
• Upload them yourself on DisasterAssistance.gov or on the FEMA mobile app.
• Mail them to FEMA at P.O. Box 10055 Hyattsville, MD 20782-8055.
• Fax them to 1-800-827-8112 and mark Attn: FEMA on the fax sheet.

 

For more information on West Virginia’s disaster recovery, visit emd.wv.gov, West Virginia Emergency Management Division Facebook page, www.fema.gov/disaster/4783, and www.facebook.com/FEMA. 

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FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters. FEMA Region 3’s jurisdiction includes Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.

Follow us on X at x.com/FEMAregion3 and on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/femaregion3

Disaster recovery assistance is available without regard to race, color, religion, nationality, sex, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status. If you or someone you know has been discriminated against, call FEMA toll-free at 833-285-7448. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service. Multilingual operators are available (press 2 for Spanish and 3 for other languages).

 

amanda.hancher Mon, 06/17/2024 - 21:48

Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in Three Counties

FEMA is opening Disaster Recovery Centers in Clarke, Polk and Pottawattamie counties to provide one-on-one help to people affected by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding this spring.

Recovery specialists from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration will provide information on available services, explain assistance programs and help survivors complete or check the status of their applications.

 

CLARKE COUNTY

Clarke CountyAnnex Building 109 South Main Street Osceola, IA 50213

Open 1-7 p.m. June 17

8 a.m.-7p.m. June 18-20

POLK COUNTY

Riley Resource Group 4400 E. University Ave. Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 1-7 p.m. June 18

8 a.m.-7 p.m. June19-21

POTTAWATTAMIE COUNTY

Charles E. LakinHuman Services Campus

North Parking Lot 815North 16th Street

Council Bluffs, IA 51501 Open 1-7 p.m. June 18

8 a.m.-7p.m. June 19-21

FEMA funding is available to homeowners and renters for severe storms, tornadoes and flooding that happened May 20-31 in the counties of Adair, Montgomery, Polk and Story. FEMA funding is also available for homeowners and renters in Clarke, Harrison, Mills, Polk, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Shelby and Union counties for the April 26-27 tornadoes and storms.

To save time, apply online or by phone before visiting a Disaster Recovery Center by:

• Visiting DisasterAssistance.gov
• Calling FEMA directly at 800-621-FEMA (3362)
• Using the FEMA app

All centers are accessible to people with disabilities or with access and functional needs. They are equipped with assistive and adaptive technology such as amplified phones, caption phones, video phones, wheelchair ramps and other resources to help ensure all applicants can access resources.

Anyone using a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, can give FEMA the number for that service. For an accessible video on three ways to apply for FEMA assistance, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU7wzRjByhI.

thomas.wise Mon, 06/17/2024 - 21:22

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Harris County

AUSTIN -- FEMA is opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Harris County June 18 to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, flooding and straight-line winds April 26-June 5.

The center is located at:

Harris County

Acres Homes Multi-Service Center
6719 W. Montgomery Rd.
Houston, TX 77091

All centers operate from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day. To find the center location nearest you go to fema.gov/drc.

Residents in Austin, Bell, Calhoun, Collin, Cooke, Coryell, Dallas, Denton, Eastland, Ellis, Falls, Guadalupe, Hardin, Harris, Henderson, Hockley, Jasper, Jones, Kaufman, Lamar, Leon, Liberty, Montague, Montgomery, Navarro, Newton, Polk, San Jacinto, Smith, Terrell, Trinity, Tyler, Van Zandt, Walker and Waller counties can visit any open center to meet with representatives of FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration. No appointment is needed.

All centers are accessible to people with disabilities or access and functional needs and are equipped with assistive technology. If you need a reasonable accommodation or sign language interpreter, please call 833-285-7448 (press 2 for Spanish).

Texans do not have to visit a Disaster Recovery Center to apply for FEMA assistance. To apply, homeowners and renters can:

• Go online to disasterassistance.gov/
• Download the FEMA App for mobile devices
• Call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
• Visit a Disaster Recovery Center -- fema.gov/drc.

Deadline to apply is July 16.

For more information about Texas disaster recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4781. Follow FEMA Region 6 on social media at x.com/FEMARegion6 and on Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/.

To view an accessible video about how to apply visit: Three Ways to Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance - YouTube.

larissa.hale Mon, 06/17/2024 - 19:47

Summer Starts with Dangerous Heat this Week: Are You Ready?

CHICAGO – This week marks the official start of summer as high levels of heat and humidity settle into the Midwest. The FEMA Region 5 office in Chicago encourages everyone to ensure they are #SummerReady by taking some simple steps to stay safe.  

“High temperatures aren’t just uncomfortable; they can be downright dangerous,” said Tom Sivak, FEMA Region 5 regional administrator. “While certain populations—like small children, outdoor workers and older adults—may be especially vulnerable, extreme heat can affect us all. Have a plan to stay safe and cool then check on your family, friends and neighbors to ensure they’re staying safe and cool too.”   

Don’t be caught unaware as highs spike this week.

• Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides a list of warning signs and symptoms of heat illness and recommended first aid steps.
• Stay indoors as much as possible and limit exposure to the sun. If you don’t have access to air conditioning at home, find places in your community with AC, such as a local cooling center, library or shopping mall. 
• Keep your home as cool as possible. For example, roughly 40% of unwanted heat buildup in our homes is through windows. Use awnings or curtains to keep the heat out, and check the weather stripping on doors and windows to keep the cool air in.
• If you must be outside, find shade. Avoid strenuous activity, cover your head with a hat wide enough to protect your face and wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Drink plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty.
• NEVER leave people or pets in a parked car.  
• Consider pet safety. If they are outside, make sure they have plenty of cool water and access to comfortable shade. Asphalt and dark pavement can be very hot to your pet’s feet.

Finally, follow the direction of local and state officials for locations of cooling centers and other resources when available during the high heat. 

FEMA’s #SummerReady public education effort is designed to reach all communities with simple, accessible and culturally competent messaging on extreme heat all summer long. For more information and tips on being ready for extreme heat, visit www.ready.gov/summer-ready and www.ready.gov/heat.

nicole.wilson Mon, 06/17/2024 - 18:16

FEMA Home Inspections: What to Expect

OKLAHOMA CITY – If you apply for FEMA assistance and indicate that you cannot or may not be able to live safely in your home, FEMA will perform an on-site inspection to verify the disaster-caused damage. The inspection helps FEMA confirm the extent of the damage and determine your eligibility for assistance.

Within a few days, you will receive a call from an inspector, possibly using an unknown, out-of-state or restricted number, to schedule a meeting with you and tour the damaged property. If, after several attempts, the inspector is unable to contact you, you will be sent a letter indicating that your application cannot be processed further. To resume the process, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.

When the inspector calls, be sure to write down:

• The inspector’s name
• Date of the call
• Date and time of the appointment
• Inspector’s telephone number

An inspection can be done only when you or the co-applicant is present. If neither of you can attend, a third party can be designated in writing. Whoever meets with the inspector must be at least 18 years old.

Information that you can gather before the inspection includes:

• Your photo identification
• Proof you owned and occupied your home at the time of the disaster
• List of people living in the home
• All disaster-caused damage to the property
• Your insurance policy and any additional documents the inspector may request

FEMA inspectors are trained to recognize damage caused by a disaster, but they do not decide if you will receive assistance. They record damage that may be eligible for FEMA assistance, which is different from assessments made by insurance adjusters or other disaster assistance programs such as the U.S. Small Business Administration. Inspectors will walk around the interior and exterior of your home, if feasible. Depending on the amount of damage, the inspection can take up to 45 minutes to complete.

If your house cannot be accessed (for example, a road or bridge is out), the inspector may meet with you at another location to verify your identity, occupancy or ownership.

An excellent video on the home inspection process, which also features American Sign Language, can be seen at FEMA Accessible: Home Inspections (youtube.com) 

For the latest information about Oklahoma’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4776 and fema.gov/disaster/4791. Follow the FEMA Region 6 Twitter account at twitter.com/FEMARegion6 or on Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/.

FEMA is committed to ensuring disaster assistance is accomplished equitably, without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency or economic status. Any disaster survivor or member of the public may contact the FEMA Civil Rights Office if they feel that they have a complaint of discrimination. FEMA’s Civil Rights Office can be contacted at FEMA-CivilRightsOffice@fema.dhs.gov or toll-free at 833-285-7448. Multilingual operators are available.

alexa.brown Mon, 06/17/2024 - 16:37

FEMA Home Inspections: What to Expect

OKLAHOMA CITY – If you apply for FEMA assistance and indicate that you cannot or may not be able to live safely in your home, FEMA will perform an on-site inspection to verify the disaster-caused damage. The inspection helps FEMA confirm the extent of the damage and determine your eligibility for assistance.

Within a few days, you will receive a call from an inspector, possibly using an unknown, out-of-state or restricted number, to schedule a meeting with you and tour the damaged property. If, after several attempts, the inspector is unable to contact you, you will be sent a letter indicating that your application cannot be processed further. To resume the process, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.

When the inspector calls, be sure to write down:

• The inspector’s name
• Date of the call
• Date and time of the appointment
• Inspector’s telephone number

An inspection can be done only when you or the co-applicant is present. If neither of you can attend, a third party can be designated in writing. Whoever meets with the inspector must be at least 18 years old.

Information that you can gather before the inspection includes:

• Your photo identification
• Proof you owned and occupied your home at the time of the disaster
• List of people living in the home
• All disaster-caused damage to the property
• Your insurance policy and any additional documents the inspector may request

FEMA inspectors are trained to recognize damage caused by a disaster, but they do not decide if you will receive assistance. They record damage that may be eligible for FEMA assistance, which is different from assessments made by insurance adjusters or other disaster assistance programs such as the U.S. Small Business Administration. Inspectors will walk around the interior and exterior of your home, if feasible. Depending on the amount of damage, the inspection can take up to 45 minutes to complete.

If your house cannot be accessed (for example, a road or bridge is out), the inspector may meet with you at another location to verify your identity, occupancy or ownership.

An excellent video on the home inspection process, which also features American Sign Language, can be seen at FEMA Accessible: Home Inspections (youtube.com) 

For the latest information about Oklahoma’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4776 and fema.gov/disaster/4791. Follow the FEMA Region 6 Twitter account at twitter.com/FEMARegion6 or on Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/.

FEMA is committed to ensuring disaster assistance is accomplished equitably, without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency or economic status. Any disaster survivor or member of the public may contact the FEMA Civil Rights Office if they feel that they have a complaint of discrimination. FEMA’s Civil Rights Office can be contacted at FEMA-CivilRightsOffice@fema.dhs.gov or toll-free at 833-285-7448. Multilingual operators are available.

alexa.brown Mon, 06/17/2024 - 16:34

One Month Remains to Apply for FEMA Assistance in Texas

AUSTIN -- Texans who sustained losses from the storms and flooding April 26-June 5 have one month remaining to apply for federal assistance. The deadline is July 16, 2024.

One month after the disaster declaration, FEMA is helping 52,759 Texas households with $110.4 million in financial assistance. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved $13.1 million in low-interest disaster loans to homeowners, renters, private nonprofit organizations and businesses.

FEMA specialists have been working in 35 counties helping people apply for assistance. They have visited 67,597 homes and 5,430 public locations. FEMA has operated 33 Disaster Recovery Centers visited by 9,019 residents. More than 8,300 families with 25,000 members have stayed in hotels temporarily at FEMA expense because they could not return to their homes.

Homeowners and renters in Austin, Bell, Calhoun, Collin, Cooke, Coryell, Dallas, Denton, Eastland, Ellis, Falls, Guadalupe, Hardin, Harris, Henderson, Hockley, Jasper, Jones, Kaufman, Lamar, Leon, Liberty, Montague, Montgomery, Navarro, Newton, Polk, San Jacinto, Smith, Terrell, Trinity, Tyler, Van Zandt, Walker and Waller counties with uninsured losses from the storms and flooding April 26-June 5 may be eligible for FEMA assistance.

Texans have several options for how to apply for FEMA assistance. Homeowners and renters can:

• Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov. 
• Download the FEMA App for mobile devices. 
• Call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
• Visit a Disaster Recovery Center. To find the center location nearest you go to fema.gov/drc.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest disaster loans to homeowners, renters, private nonprofit organizations and businesses of any size. Applicants may apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at SBA.gov/disaster or by calling 800-659-2955.  SBA representatives are available to provide one-on-one assistance to disaster loan applicants at the Disaster Recovery Centers throughout the affected area. Business Recovery Centers are operating at University of Houston Downtown  Marilyn Davies College of Business, Trini Mendenhall Community Center in Houston and East Montgomery County Improvement District in Montgomery County.

For more information, visit fema.gov/disaster/4781. Follow FEMA Region 6 on social media at x.com/FEMARegion6 and on Facebook at @femaregion6.

To view an accessible video about how to apply visit: Three Ways to Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance - YouTube.

larissa.hale Mon, 06/17/2024 - 16:32

6 Disaster Recovery Centers Serving Kentuckians Affected by April 2 Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA opened another Disaster Recovery Center in Greenup County to assist Kentucky survivors who experienced loss from the April 2 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, landslides and mudslides. 

Disaster Recovery Centers Currently Open in Kentucky:

• Boyd County: Boyd County Emergency Management Office, 12327 Anthony Drive, Ashland, KY 41102. 
• Carter County: Members Choice Credit Union, 438 Interstate Drive, Grayson, KY 41143.
• Fayette County: Emergency Operations Center, 115 Cisco Road, Lexington, KY 40504. 
• Greenup County: Greenup County Courthouse, 301 Main St., Greenup, KY 41114.
• Henry County: 4H Community Center, 1106 Castle Highway, Eminence, KY 40019. 
• Union County: Senior Citizens Building, 225 North Richards Lane, Morganfield, KY 42437. 

All Disaster Recovery Centers are open 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m.– 6 p.m., Saturday; and 
1–5 p.m. Sunday. For Boyd, Carter, Fayette, Greenup and Henry counties, the hours are in Eastern Time; and for Union County, in Central Time.

Survivors in Boyd, Carter, Fayette, Greenup, Henry, Jefferson, Jessamine, Mason, Oldham, Union and Whitley counties can apply for FEMA assistance at any of the Disaster Recovery Centers. FEMA representatives can help with applications for federal assistance and provide information about other disaster recovery resources. 

FEMA financial assistance may include money for basic home repairs or other uninsured, disaster-related needs, such as childcare, transportation, medical needs, funeral or dental expenses.

In addition to FEMA personnel, representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration will be available to assist survivors.

It is not necessary to go to a center to apply for FEMA assistance. Homeowners and renters in designated counties can go online to DisasterAssistance.gov, call 800-621-3362 or use the FEMA mobile app to apply. If you use a relay service, such as video relay, captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.

For the latest information on Kentucky’s recovery from the April 2 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, landslides and mudslides, please visit fema.gov/disaster/4782. Follow FEMA on X, formerly called Twitter, at twitter.com/femaregion4 and at facebook.com/fema.

sandra.habib Mon, 06/17/2024 - 15:15

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Marion County

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- FEMA and the State of Arkansas will be opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Summit on Monday, June 17 to provide one-on-one help to Arkansans affected by the May 24-27 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding. 

The center is located at:

Marion County Fairgrounds 

513 E Seawell Ave 

Summit, AR 72677 

The new location joins the present disaster recovery centers at: 

Benton County

Northwest Arkansas Community College

Becky Paneitz Student Center, SC 108 

1211 SE Eagle Way,

Bentonville, AR 72712

Parking available at 1202 Water Tower Road in the adjacent multi-level parking garage on levels 2 and 3

Boone County

Boone County Government Building 

220 N. Arbor Drive

Harrison, AR 72602

All centers operate from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

Residents in Baxter, Benton, Boone, Fulton, Greene, Madison, Marion and Randolph counties can visit any of these disaster recovery centers to meet with representatives of FEMA, the U.S. Small Business Administration, along with many Arkansas departments and other community partners. No appointment is needed to visit a center. 

Each center is accessible to people with disabilities or access and functional needs and is equipped with assistive technology. If you need a reasonable accommodation or sign language interpreter, please call 833-285-7448 (press 2 for Spanish).

You do not have to visit a center to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. The quickest way to apply is by going online at disasterassistance.gov/.

Additional options when applying include:

• Download the FEMA App for mobile devices 
• Call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
• To view an accessible video about how to apply visit: Three Ways to Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance - YouTube.

For the latest information visit fema.gov/disaster/4788. Follow the FEMA Region 6 X account at X.com/FEMARegion6 or on Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/.

alexa.brown Mon, 06/17/2024 - 13:10

Don’t Throw It Away: Tips to Save Family Treasures

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- Arkansans who had family treasures, heirlooms, photos and books damaged during the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding, shouldn’t throw them away just yet. They may be salvageable and expert advice is available to help.

Here are some tips on how to save some of your family treasures:

• Flood water may be contaminated. Wear protective gloves, clothing and goggles.
• If an object is still wet, rinse it gently with clean water. If dry, remove silt and other foreign material with a soft brush or damp cloth.
• Air dry wet things indoors. Sunlight might be too intense. Keep humidity as low as possible to prevent mold accumulation.
• Don’t try to separate photos or negatives that are stuck together. Soak them in water for up to 48 hours until you can safely pull them apart. Hang them with clips or clothespins to dry.
• Put wet books in a sturdy covered plastic container, spine side down. Place the container in a freezer and keep it there for several weeks, even months. Then remove and let dry.
• With fabrics or textiles, remove mud and debris with gently flowing clean water or fine spray from a hose. Press out the excess water with your hand. Do not try to wring out the water. Allow to dry.
• Clean wooden objects (like furniture) with a damp sponge; blot and let dry slowly inside the house, not under the sun.
• Rinse metal objects with clear water and blot dry immediately with a clean, soft cloth. Fans or low-heat hairdryers will hasten drying rate.
• For broken pottery or ceramics, put all the pieces in an open container and mark what it is. Don’t try to glue the pieces back together until they are dry. And watch for mold. If mold appears, spray the pieces with Mold-Ex or a similar product.

American Institute for Conservation and the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation provides advice on the proper care and maintenance of family heirlooms as well as a search tool to find local conservation professionals that can help salvage photos, books, textiles, paintings, wooden furniture and other valuable objects.

For the latest information visit fema.gov/disaster/4788. Follow the FEMA Region 6 X account at X.com/FEMARegion6 or on Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/.

alexa.brown Mon, 06/17/2024 - 12:35

Local Tourism Benefits from Federal Support

Guaynabo, PUERTO RICO - Summer in Puerto Rico offers plenty of opportunities for family recreation, with water parks, museums and multiple places to learn or practice a sport. Among the projects that were restored with the support of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), many offer family entertainment and recreation.

The town of Arroyo, for example, has beaches with excellent waves for surfers, such as Chiquita Beach and Punta Guilarte. But for those who enjoy surfing and are also attracted to swimming pools and water parks, the Arroyo Surfing Park offers the best of both worlds.

FEMA allocated nearly $40,000 to repair damages to the park after Hurricane María. The Arroyo Surfing Park has a slide for youth and children, a pool for adults, an accessible area for people with disabilities, concession stands with food and beverages, and gazebos for rent. 

Aside from these experiences, the park is currently repairing a wave simulator called the WaveOz Flowrider that provides surfers with an experience similar to riding a real wave.   

“FEMA funds contribute to essential infrastructure such as that which provides us with water and energy, but they also contribute to a variety of recreation for all ages. Our island has green, recreational, educational and cultural tourism, and the agency keeps its commitment to the projects that continue their reconstruction so that we can enjoy these spaces throughout the year,” said Federal Disaster Recovery Coordinator José G. Baquero.

Since Rincón hosted a surfing championship in 1968, the municipality has established itself as the surfing capital of Puerto Rico. But Rincón also has a strong skateboarder culture. This movement is driven by professional athletes and local groups such as Patinetero Puerto Rico, an organization that holds many of its events at the Rincón Skatepark, the only indoor skateboard park in Puerto Rico.

Access to the municipal Rincón Skatepark is free and young people participate on equal terms, regardless of whether they are experts or apprentices, said Mirta Carrero, project engineer for the municipality of Rincón. The Rincón Skatepark is open Monday through Friday and holds skateboard competitions, classes, summer camps and educational workshops taught by sports professionals. 

The advantage of this park over traditional outdoor parks is that young people can practice the sport without being limited by rain and extreme summer heat. FEMA allocated over $812,000 to repair parts of the spectator area, the wooden ramp and the air conditioning system.

The skatepark is located in an area of high tourist concentration within walking distance of other recreational facilities, such as the downtown plaza, the beach and a wide variety of restaurants and entertainment venues. 

In the north central part of the island, the Barceloneta Bowling Center provides various entertainment options. In addition to 10 bowling lanes—with capacity for six players per lane—the Barceloneta Bowling Center offers air hockey table games, two car racing simulators, two action simulation machines, as well as rooms for private events with food and beverage service, bar and private lounges. 

FEMA awarded over $193,500 for the repairs, mainly the roof, walls and windows, which were the areas most affected by Hurricane María. 

The Barceloneta Bowling Center is primarily a family entertainment venue, but it also has service options for private or corporate events, and it holds bowling tournaments. In addition to the bowling center, downtown Barceloneta has an accessible skating rink, a natatorium and, for the peace of mind of tourists and residents, all these venues are near the Municipal Police headquarters.

For those who like culture, tradition and places that highlight Puerto Ricans and our history, the Hammock Museum in San Sebastián should be on your list of places to visit. It is no coincidence that San Sebastián is the home of the Hammock Festival. This rural town prides itself on its tradition as the birthplace of the country’s best hamaqueros (hammock artisans.) 

Admission to the Hammock Museum is free and is open to the public Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. Inside, you can find exhibits that explain the origin of this art, the parts of the San Sebastián hammock, the tools used to make it, the history of the most outstanding hamaqueras and other important information about this pre-Columbian art.

For his part, the executive director of the Central Office for Recovery, Reconstruction and Resiliency, Manuel Laboy Rivera, said that “recreational facilities make up a significant segment of the reconstruction projects and have a positive effect on both small and mid-sized businesses. These facilities also add value to the tourism offer, which is enriched by the diversity of attractions ranging from coastal to mountain activities. To date, there are 1,095 projects under construction in recreational and sports facilities across the island with an approximate value of $420.4 million.” 

To date, FEMA has obligated about $33.9 billion for nearly 11,000 recovery projects in Puerto Rico following hurricane María.

For more information about Puerto Rico’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4339, fema.gov/disaster/4473 and recovery.pr. Follow us on our social media at Facebook.com/FEMAPuertoRico, Facebook.com/COR3pr and Twitter @COR3pr.

 

Rincón, Puerto Rico (December 13, 2023) – FEMA allocated over $812,000 to repair parts of the spectator area, the wooden ramp and the air conditioning system of the Rincón Skatepark. Photo FEMA/Zorymar Quiñones

 

San Sebastián, Puerto Rico (June 10, 2024) – Among the projects restored with the support of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) after Hurricane María, many offer family entertainment and recreation, such as the Hammock Museum. Inside, you can find exhibits that explain the origin of this art, the parts of the San Sebastián hammock, the tools used to make it, the history of the most outstanding hamaqueras and other important information about this pre-Columbian art. Photo FEMA/Zorymar Quiñones

manuel.deleon Mon, 06/17/2024 - 12:18

Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Collin, Coryell Counties

AUSTIN -- FEMA is opening Disaster Recovery Centers in Collin and Coryell counties June 17 to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, flooding and straight-line winds April 26-June 5.

The centers are located at:

Collin County

Collin College Courtyard Center 
4800 Preston Park Blvd.
Plano, TX. 75093

Coryell County

Gatesville Junior High School 
307 S. Lovers Ln.
Gatesville, TX 75628

All centers operate from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day. To find the center location nearest you go to fema.gov/drc.

Residents in Austin, Bell, Calhoun, Collin, Cooke, Coryell, Dallas, Denton, Eastland, Ellis, Falls, Guadalupe, Hardin, Harris, Henderson, Hockley, Jasper, Jones,  Kaufman, Lamar, Leon, Liberty, Montague, Montgomery, Navarro, Newton, Polk, San Jacinto, Smith, Terrell, Trinity, Tyler, Van Zandt, Walker and Waller counties can visit any open center to meet with representatives of FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration. No appointment is needed.

To apply, homeowners and renters can:

• Go online to disasterassistance.gov
• Download the FEMA App for mobile devices
• Call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
• Visit any Disaster Recovery Center - fema.gov/drc

For more information about Texas disaster recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4781. Follow FEMA Region 6 on social media at x.com/FEMARegion6 and at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/.

To view an accessible video about how to apply visit: Three Ways to Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance - YouTube.

larissa.hale Sun, 06/16/2024 - 19:57

One Month After Massachusetts Disaster Declaration Over $4.8 Million Approved

FRAMINGHAM, MA –One month after President Joe Biden signed a federal disaster declaration for Massachusetts for the severe storms and flooding that took place Sept. 11-13, 2023, in Bristol and Worcester counties, FEMA has provided 779 households with $4,863,642 in federal disaster assistance. 

Of the total awarded, FEMA has approved $2,973,973 to help homeowners and renters with temporary housing and home repairs, and $1,889,668 to help survivors replace personal property and with storm-related necessities like childcare, storage, disaster medical and dental expenses, and other disaster-related items.

“We will continue to work with our state and local partners, making every effort to reach those affected by the September storms,” said Federal Coordinating Officer Bob Fogel. “Our goal is to ensure that everyone who is eligible for FEMA assistance receives it.”

FEMA home inspectors have completed 963 inspections, moving applicants through their program eligibility review process. And FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance specialists have reached out to over 2,000 survivors to provide information about registering.

FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) have seen 514 individuals and have taken 175 registrations. DRCs are a great opportunity for individuals to meet with FEMA specialists for in-person one-on-one support. Two DRCs are currently open, one in Attleboro (at Bristol Community College, 11 Field Road) and one at the Leominster City Hall (25 West Street). Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Centers are accessible to people with disabilities or who may not speak English well or need American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services. The facilities are equipped with assistive technology equipment, including, Video Remote Interpreting, large print or braille material and amplified listening systems. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation, sign language interpreter, or translation or interpreter assistance, please let a FEMA specialist at the center know. If a disaster survivor cannot travel to the DRC, FEMA will arrange a home visit.

Other ways to apply for FEMA assistance before the July 15 deadline include: visiting DisasterAssistance.gov, downloading the FEMA App or calling 1-800-621-3362. Help is available in most languages. If you use video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or another relay service, give FEMA your number for that service when you call. Phone lines operate from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. seven days a week.

For the latest information visit 4780 | FEMA.gov. Follow FEMA on Twitter (X) at twitter.com/femaregion1 and at facebook.com/fema.

For updates on Massachusetts response and recovery operations, follow the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency on Twitter (X) MEMA (@MassEMA) / X and Facebook Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) | Facebook or visit Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency | Mass.gov.

barbara.murien… Sat, 06/15/2024 - 12:55

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Oklahoma

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Oklahoma to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from May 19-28, 2024.

The President's action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in Blaine, Caddo, Custer, Delaware, Jackson, Mayes, Muskogee and Rogers counties. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster.

Public Assistance federal funding is also available to state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency protective measures and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities in Blaine, Delaware, Mayes and Rogers counties. 

Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.

Maona N. Ngwira has been named the Federal Coordinating Officer for federal recovery operations in the affected areas. Additional designations may be made at a later date if warranted by the results of damage assessments.

Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated areas can begin applying for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 1-800-621- 3362 or by using the FEMA App. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service.

erika.suzuki Sat, 06/15/2024 - 02:09

FEMA Disaster Assistance Available to Oklahomans

OKLAHOMA CITY– Oklahomans who sustained damage from the May 19-28 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding may be eligible for disaster assistance under FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program. Currently, residents living in Blaine, Caddo, Custer, Delaware, Jackson, Mayes, Muskogee and Rogers counties may be eligible for disaster assistance. 

FEMA’s disaster assistance offers benefits that provide flexible funding directly to survivors when needed the most. In addition, a simplified process and expanded eligibility allows Oklahomans access to a wider range of assistance including serious needs.

Assistance Available

• Serious Needs Assistance (SNA) provides funding for households to cover important items like water, food, first aid, breast-feeding supplies, infant formula, diapers, personal hygiene items, fuel for transportation or other emergency supplies for eligible households.
  • To qualify for SNA, you must be displaced, need shelter or have other emergency costs due to the disaster on your application.
• Displacement Assistance (DA) provides people with up-front funds to assist with immediate housing options of their choice, to keep people housed. The money can be used to stay in a hotel, with family and friends or other options.

Serious Needs Assistance and Displacement Assistance are both funded after a completed inspection confirms eligibility.

Apply to FEMA
Oklahomans can apply to FEMA in several ways including online at DisasterAssistance.gov, downloading the FEMA App for mobile devices, or calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. Calls are accepted every day from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CDT. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service. To view an accessible video about how to apply visit: Three Ways to Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance - YouTube.

Additional Assistance and Benefits

• Streamlined Application Requirements so people can apply to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and FEMA assistance at the same time.
  • Support for Underinsured People to help with aspects of home repair that insurance companies won’t cover, but they can’t afford on their own.
• Simplified Assistance for Entrepreneurs by providing self-employed people with some initial financial support to replace disaster-damaged tools and equipment to help them land on their feet.
  • Ex.: computers if you are a gig worker, lawnmower if you are a landscaper
• Expanded Habitability Criteria to help people make their homes safer and cleaner post-disaster and so they can repair all aspects of their home post-disaster.
  • Previously, if a home had a leaky roof pre-disaster, that area of the home wouldn’t qualify.
• Make Accessibility Improvements to help people with disabilities improve their living conditions by making their homes even more accessible than they were pre-disaster.
• Streamlined Temporary Housing Assistance Applications by reducing documentation requirements for applicants who need to extend their stay in FEMA-supported temporary housing.
• Simplified the Process for Appeals so people who wish to appeal FEMA’s decisions will no longer need to provide a signed, written appeal letter to accompany the supporting documentation.
• Computer Assistance for people who need to repair or replace disaster-damaged computers.

Rental Assistance for Temporary Housing

If you currently reside in Blaine, Caddo, Custer, Delaware, Jackson, Mayes, Muskogee and Rogers counties and suffered damage to your primary residence, FEMA may be able to provide rent for a temporary place to live while you are displaced. Rental assistance is intended to cover monthly rent, security deposit and cost of essential utilities such as electricity and water.

Major Repairs and Out-of-Pocket Expenses

FEMA’s Individuals and Household Program assistance is intended to help jumpstart your recovery. Here are some examples of basic needs:

• Home Repair Assistance may be provided to homeowners to repair the structural parts of your home. This includes windows, doors, floors, walls, ceilings, cabinets, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system (HVAC), utilities (electrical, plumbing and gas systems) and entrance ways. FEMA may also reimburse for the actual cost to repair or replace your furnace, private well and septic system that was damaged or destroyed by the disaster.

For the latest information visit fema.gov/disaster/4791. Follow the FEMA Region 6 X account at X.com/FEMARegion6 or on Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/. 

alexa.brown Sat, 06/15/2024 - 02:02

Get Repair and Rebuilding Advice June 17-22 in Makawao

HONOLULU – Mitigation specialists from FEMA have partnered with Foodland to offer free advice and tips on how to rebuild homes stronger and safer as Maui residents begin repairing, rebuilding and making improvements to their homes after the August wildfires. 

FEMA specialists will be available Monday, June 17, to Saturday, June 22, at this location: 

Foodland 

55 Pukalani St. 

Makawao, HI 96768 

Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday, except for Wednesday 

(No outreach service Wednesday, June 19, due to observance of Juneteenth holiday) 

The specialists are available to answer questions and offer home-improvement tips and proven methods to help reduce damage from disasters. Most information is aimed at general contractors or those who do the work on their own. 

For the latest information on the Maui wildfire recovery efforts, visit mauicounty.gov, mauirecovers.org, fema.gov/disaster/4724 and Hawaii Wildfires - YouTube. Follow FEMA on social media: @FEMARegion9 and facebook.com/fema. You may also get disaster assistance information and download applications at sba.gov/hawaii-wildfires.

shannon.carley Sat, 06/15/2024 - 00:02

Be Aware of Fraud After a Disaster

MADISON, Miss. – Disaster survivors should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after a disaster. In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from survivors.

If a FEMA inspector comes to your home and you did not submit a FEMA application, your information may have been used without your knowledge to create a FEMA application. If so, please inform the inspector that you did not apply for FEMA assistance so they can submit a request to stop further processing of the application.

If you did not apply for assistance but receive a letter from FEMA, please call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. The helpline will submit a request to stop any further processing of that application.

Scams

FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance teams, housing inspectors and other officials will be working in areas affected by the April tornadoes in Mississippi. They carry official identification badges with photo IDs. FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration representatives never charge applicants for disaster assistance, inspections or help in filling out applications.

Don’t believe anyone who promises a disaster grant in return for payment.

Don’t give your banking information to a person claiming to be a FEMA housing inspector. FEMA inspectors are never authorized to collect your personal financial information.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, report it immediately to law enforcement authorities.

If you suspect fraudulent activity involving FEMA, call the FEMA Disaster Fraud Hotline at 866-720-5721, email the FEMA Fraud Branch at StopFEMAFraud@fema.dhs.gov, or write to: FEMA Fraud and Internal Investigation Division, 400 C Street SW Mail Stop 3005, Washington, DC 20472-3005. 

If you suspect identity theft, please visit IdentityTheft.gov.

For the latest information on recovery from the April tornadoes, visit msema.org and www.fema.gov/disaster/4790. On X/Twitter follow MEMA @MSEMA and FEMA Region 4 @femaregion4.

helen.lucas Fri, 06/14/2024 - 20:38

Many Forms of Assistance Available to Texans

AUSTIN – Texans recovering from the storms and flooding April 26-June 5 may still need FEMA assistance for basic home repairs, rental of temporary housing and other uninsured expenses. 

More than 23,000 Texas families have stayed in hotels temporarily because they could not return to their damaged homes. As deadlines are approaching, survivors may qualify for other programs and resources available to help.

Apply to FEMA for Assistance 

Financial help may be available for rent, home repair, personal property replacement, food, diapers, damaged computers, medical and dental expenses, vehicle repair and many other expenses caused by the disaster.

More than 47,000 Texas households in 35 counties already are being helped by FEMA, and more applicants are approved every day.

To apply for FEMA assistance, homeowners and renters can:

• Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov.
• Download the FEMA App for mobile devices 
• Call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
• Visit any Disaster Recovery Center. For locations and hours, go online to fema.gov/drc.

Deadline to apply is July 16.

Other Forms of Financial Assistance

FEMA has other forms of financial help available for Texans, including Serious Needs Assistance, Displacement Assistance, Home Repair Assistance, Rental Assistance, Personal Property Assistance, Transportation Assistance, Medical and Dental Assistance, and Funeral Assistance. 

Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)

Texans in designated counties affected by the storms may be eligible to apply for benefits online through Unemployment Benefit Services or by calling Texas Workforce Commission at 800-939-6631 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Deadline is July 16.

Visit a Disaster Recovery Center

Disaster Recovery Centers are operating in affected communities to provide one-on-one help. Texans can visit the centers to apply for FEMA assistance, upload documents, learn about available resources and get their questions answered in person. Center locations:

Calhoun County

Calhoun County Public Library, 200 W. Mahan St., Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Cooke County

Valley View Elementary School, 712 S. Lee St., Valley View, TX 76272

Denton County

Butterfield Elementary School, 291 Indian Ln. Sanger, TX 76266

Hardin County

Hardin County Courthouse Annex, 1135 Redwood St., Kountze, TX 77625

Harris County

• Leon Z. Grayson Community Center, 13828 Corpus Christi St., Houston, TX 77015
• Spring Branch Family Development Center, 8575 Pitner Road, Houston, TX 77080
• Thomas A. Glazier Senior Education Center, 16600 Pine Forest Ln., Houston, TX 77084
• Denver Harbor Multi-Service Center, 6402 Market St., Houston, TX 77020 

Henderson County

Henderson Senior Center, 3344 Hwy 31, Athens, TX 75752

Jasper County

• Jasper County Courthouse Annex, 271 E. Lamar St., Ste 101, Jasper, TX 75951

Lamar County 

• Chisum Elementary School, 3250 S. Church St, Paris, TX 75460

Liberty County

• Liberty County Community Center, Jack Hartel Building, 318 San Jacinto St., Liberty, TX 77575

Montgomery County

• East Montgomery County Community Center, 16401 1st St., Splendora, TX 77372

Polk County

• Livingston Public Library, 707 N. Tyler Ave. Livingston, TX 77351

San Jacinto County

• Innovation Center, 250 Live Oak St., Coldspring, TX 77331

Trinity County

• Trinity Middle School, Boardroom, 101 W. Jefferson St., Trinity, TX 75862

Walker County

• Walker County Storm Shelter, 455 TX 75 N, Huntsville, TX 77320 (across from the Veterans Museum)

Waller County

• Pine Island Baptist Church, 36573 Brumlow Road, Hempstead, TX 77445

SBA Business Recovery Centers

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest disaster loans to homeowners, renters, private nonprofit organizations and businesses of any size. Applicants may apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at SBA.gov/disaster or by calling 800-659-2955.  SBA representatives are available to provide one-on-one assistance to disaster loan applicants at the Disaster Recovery Centers throughout the affected area. Three Business Recovery Centers are open:

Harris County Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• University of Houston Downtown (UHD), Marilyn Davies College of Business, 320 North Main St., Room B106, 1st Floor Houston, TX 77002
• Trini Mendenhall Community Center, 1414 Wirt Road, Houston, TX 77055

Montgomery County Monday–Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• East Montgomery County Improvement District, 21575 US Highway 59, Ste. 201, New Caney, TX  77357

For the latest information on Texas disaster recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4781. Follow the FEMA Region 6 Twitter account at twitter.com/FEMARegion6 or on Facebook at facebook.com/FEMARegion6/.

To view an accessible video about how to apply visit: Three Ways to Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance - YouTube.

larissa.hale Fri, 06/14/2024 - 20:28