Disaster Recovery Center To Close; FEMA Just A Phone Call Away
Release Date: October 23, 2008
Release Number: 1791-178
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AUSTIN, Texas -- As the FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center at the African American Chamber of Commerce in Houston prepares to close, disaster recovery officials remind everyone that FEMA is always just a phone call away.
The center is scheduled to complete its operations at close of business, Friday, Oct. 24. Until then, it remains open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday through Friday at the African American Chamber of Commerce, 6112 Wheatley St., Houston, TX 77091.
"When local demand at a center drops, we close it or move to another location," said State Coordinating Officer Joan Haun. "But Texans need to know that disaster help is still available through FEMA's 1-800-621-FEMA telephone number."
Residents can still apply or follow up on their applications by going online to www.fema.gov, or by calling 800-621-3362 or TTY 800-462-7585. Both numbers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, until further notice.
"We urge applicants to follow through with their recovery process," said Federal Coordinating Officer Sandy Coachman. "While applying is the first step, you still should follow up on your application and continue to update your contact information," she said.
A listing of recovery centers is available at www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem/pages/dr1791_drc_list.htm.
FEMA coordinates the federal government's role in preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, responding to, and recovering from all domestic disasters, whether natural or man-made, including acts of terror.
Last Modified: Thursday, 23-Oct-2008 16:57:31