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FEMA assistance deadline approaches for Florida residents affected by hurricanes Helene, Milton

Assistance for those affected by hurricanes Helene, Milton

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – If you sustained losses from hurricanes Helene or Milton, your deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is quickly approaching.

Homeowners and renters have until Tuesday to submit their applications, FEMA officials said.

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There are several ways to register, according to a news release:

  • Residents can visit any Disaster Recovery Center to register.
  • You can text DRC along with your Zip Code to 43362 to find the closest DRC.
  • According to FEMA’s website, the following DRCs are open in Central Florida:
  • Residents can also call FEMA at 800-621-3362. Lines are open every day and help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
  • In addition, you can apply at DisasterAssistance.gov or download and use the FEMA app.

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According to the release, homeowners and renters who have already applied for assistance and disagree with FEMA’s decision can appeal within 60 days of the date of the decision letter.

FEMA might need more information to continue processing your application. To learn more about how to submit an appeal, go to How to Appeal FEMA’s Decision at FEMA.gov.


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Jacob joined ClickOrlando.com in 2022. He spent 19 years at the Orlando Sentinel, mostly as a photojournalist and video journalist, before joining Spectrum News 13 as a web editor and digital journalist in 2021.

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