1. What is disaster assistance?
When a major disaster declaration is approved by the President, FEMA can provide financial aid directly to individuals to help them begin their recovery. As FEMA collaborates with state, local, Tribal Nation, and territorial government partners to evaluate needs, assistance may also become available in other areas. Check your zip code on www.DisasterAssistance.gov to see if your location is currently eligible.

2. How to apply:
The quickest and easiest way to apply is by visiting www.DisasterAssistance.gov, where you can access the financial assistance you need. If you cannot apply online, you can also apply by:

• Calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.

• Calls are accepted from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time. Assistance is available in most languages; if you use a relay service like video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, please provide FEMA with your service number.

• Visiting a Disaster Recovery Center.

  • For locations and hours, go to fema.gov/drc.

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3. Information needed to apply:

When applying, you will need to provide:

• A description of the damage.

• Your address at the time of the disaster.

• Your Social Security number.

• Contact information.

• If you have insurance, your policy number, agent, or company.

• Annual household income.

• Your bank account details for direct deposit.

4. Remember to document your damage

• Be sure to take photos to document any property damage before you make any repairs.

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County Officials:

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