Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice

BRANDON, Fla. – As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricane Ian can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms.

FEMA mitigation specialists will be at several locations to answer questions and offer free home improvement tips and proven methods to prevent and lessen damage from future disasters. This information is geared for do-it-yourself work and general contractors.

Mitigation is an effort to reduce the loss of life and property damage by lessening the impact of a disaster. FEMA specialists will be available during the following dates and locations:

Fort Myers Home and Remodeling Show

Lee Civic Center

11831 Bayshore Rd.

North Fort Myers, FL 33917

Sunday, Nov. 13 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beginning Sunday, Nov. 13 – ongoing

Home Depot

3402 Forum Blvd.

Fort Myers, FL 33905

Hours: Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Monday – Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Home Depot

4040 Park Blvd.

Pinellas Park, FL 33781

Hours: Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Monday – Saturday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.