Toll-Free Registration and Helpline Specialists Change Operating Hours
Release Date: February 24, 2006
Release Number: 1605-187
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Alabama Emergency Management Agency announced today that the toll-free registration and helpline numbers now have new operating hours.
New Hours: 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (CST) seven days a week until further notice.
Individuals can begin the disaster application process by calling the toll-free registration number, 800-621-FEMA (3362) or 800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing- or speech-impaired. Hurricane victims can also register online at www.fema.gov.
Applicants can also check the status of their application or update their registration information, including change of address or phone number. It is important for applicants to update their information so that can receive the help they need. This essential information helps FEMA to stay in touch with applicants, disburse funds, and assist victims with various forms of assistance.
March 11 is the deadline to register for federal/state Hurricane Katrina disaster assistance.
Last Modified: Friday, 24-Feb-2006 10:43:37