Disaster Recovery Centers Available in Clarke, Lowndes, Noxubee and Smith Counties
In-Person Help for Individuals in the Recovery Process
Release Date: November 8, 2005
Release Number: 1604-118
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JACKSON, Miss. -- Today, federal and state officials announced the schedule of two Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers operating in Clarke, Lowndes, Noxubee, and Smith counties.
The mobile Disaster Recovery Centers will start by visiting Macon and Raleigh. The centers serve individuals and families affected by Hurricane Katrina. Those who have questions may visit a mobile center to meet with recovery specialists in person.
Disaster victims are urged to register for assistance before visiting one of the mobile centers by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). The TTY number is 1-800-462-7585 for those who are speech- or hearing-impaired.
Following is the schedule for the mobile Disaster Recovery Center visits:
Noxubee County
The 911 Building
16129 Highway 45
MACON
Nov. 14, 15, and 16
Smith County
Old Raleigh Corporation Bldg.
227 White Oak Ave.
RALEIGH
Nov. 14, 15, and 16
Lowndes County
Old Walmart Store
1721 Highway 45 North
COLUMBUS
Nov. 18, 19, and 21
Closed Sunday Nov. 20
Clarke County
Multi-Purpose Bldg.
440 W. Donald St.
QUITMAN
Nov. 18, 19, and 21
Closed Sunday Nov. 20
All DRC's - both at mobile and fixed sites around the state - are open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and closed Sundays until further notice.
Representatives of state, federal and voluntary agencies will be on hand to answer questions and provide recovery information. Officials from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be available to discuss disaster loans for homeowners, renters and businesses of all sizes. Written materials about various assistance programs are also available to individuals and business owners.
Last Modified: Wednesday, 09-Nov-2005 10:26:48