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Florida Hurricane Milton
DR-4834-FL
Incident Period: oct. 5, 2024 - nov. 2, 2024
Declaration Date: oct. 11, 2024
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FEMA responding to Hurricane Helene
How to Appeal
Once FEMA has reviewed your application, the results of the inspection and/or documentation submitted, you will get a letter explaining:
- whether you are approved for assistance
- how much assistance you will receive
- how the assistance must be used
- how to appeal FEMA’s decision if you do not agree with it
The letter will be sent to you by email or mail based on what you selected when you completed your application.
If you disagree with FEMA’s decision, you may appeal. It must be submitted within 60 days of the date of the decision letter.
If you have questions regarding the letter you received or how to file an appeal, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. If you use video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
Learn More about how to appeal | Download the Appeal Form
Applying for FEMA Assistance in Multiple Disasters
If you applied for FEMA assistance for previous storms or disasters must apply separately for assistance for Hurricane Milton. However, people must only apply once for each disaster to ensure their application is processed in a timely manner.
Homeowners and renters who applied for FEMA assistance under Tropical Storm Debby and or Hurricane Helene are encouraged to apply for assistance for Hurricane Milton, regardless of whether they received any assistance or not.
Learn more: Applying for FEMA Assistance in Multiple Disasters
Family Reunification
If you need help reconnecting with loved ones missing after the hurricane:
- Visit the Red Cross website
- Call 800-733-2767 and provide as much details as possible to help operators locate loved ones.
Clean Up After a Disaster
After a disaster, the cleanup process will be crucial for a successful recovery. Check out these tips to ensure a successful cleanup, whether you’re a homeowner or a business owner.
How to Help
Volunteer and Donate
Recovery can take many years after a disaster. There are many ways to help such as donating cash, needed items or your time. Learn more about how to help those in need.
Don’t self-deploy to disaster areas. Trusted organizations in the affected areas know where volunteers are needed. Work with an established organization to make sure you have the appropriate safety, training and skills needed to respond.
FEMA Voluntary Agency Liaisons (VALs) build relationships and coordinate efforts with voluntary, faith-based and community organizations active in disasters.
Doing Business with FEMA
If you are interested in providing paid services and goods for disaster relief, visit our Doing Business with FEMA page to get started.
If you own a business involved with debris removal and want to work on clean-up efforts in affected areas, please contact the local government in affected areas to offer your services.
Funding Obligations
| Individual Assistance | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Housing Assistance (HA) - Dollars Approved | $189,944,616.37 |
| Total Other Needs Assistance (ONA) - Dollars Approved | $349,721,993.82 |
| Total Individual & Households Program Dollars Approved | $539,666,610.19 |
| Individual Assistance Applications Approved | 249215 |