News and Media: Disaster 4673

Since the federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Ian, Collier County residents have received more than $105.9 million in federal funds as of Dec. 12, 2022:

FEMA’s Direct Temporary Housing program is only one component of a survivor’s jumpstart to their recovery. It is only an interim solution that requires a collaborative effort, including active engagement from survivors, local, state and federal partners.

Some Florida homes are still inaccessible due to hurricane-damaged roads, rising water, fallen trees and other storm-related issues - especially in and around Sanibel Island. If you cannot access your primary residence due to storm damage you may be eligible for FEMA rental assistance.

This week, FEMA announced over $117 million was provided to survivors in additional assistance due to a policy update which expanded cleaning and sanitizing assistance following a disaster. Because of the policy update, more than 391,000 additional applicants have been able to get financial help.

FEMA is processing applications and identifying eligible survivors for Direct Temporary Housing Assistance which can include a Transportable Temporary Housing Unit (TTHU) such as travel trailer (TT) or Manufactured Housing Unit (MHU).