FEMA INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE, PUBLIC ASSISTANCE APPROVED FOR ADDITIONAL
COUNTIES
[https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20221012/fema-individual-assistance-public-assistance-approved-additional-counties]


Release Date: 
octobre 12, 2022 

TALLAHASSEE – Homeowners and renters in Brevard, Hendry, Monroe and
Okeechobee counties are now eligible to apply for FEMA individual
assistance under an amendment to the major disaster declaration for
Florida after Hurricane Ian.

In addition, Glades and Okeechobee counties are approved for Public
Assistance for debris removal and repair or replacement of
disaster-damaged public facilities. They were previously approved for
emergency protective services.

To apply for FEMA disaster assistance, go online to
DisasterAssistance.gov, [http://www.disasterassistance.gov/] use the
FEMA [https://www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/app] app
[https://www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/app] for smartphones or
call 800-621-3362. Help is available in most languages. If you use a
relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone
service or others, give FEMA the number for that service. Lines are
open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. local time, seven days a week.

If you have homeowners, renters, or flood insurance, you should file a
claim as soon as possible. FEMA cannot duplicate benefits for losses
covered by insurance. If your policy does not cover all your disaster
expenses, you may be eligible for federal assistance.

Disaster assistance may include financial help with temporary lodging
and home repairs, as well as other disaster-related expenses.