Incident Period for May Storms Expanded to June 1
Release Date: July 13, 2007
Release Number: 1699-051
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WICHITA, Kan. -- The incident period for the declared disaster declaration for the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding of May 4-18 has been extended to June 1, according to an announcement today by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This paves the way for the state to request disaster assistance for additional counties.
FEMA's Individual Assistance program can assist eligible applicants with temporary housing assistance, uninsured medical, dental, and funeral expenses caused by the disaster, and other serious unmet needs.
SBA representatives are at all DRC locations to explain how SBA low-interest disaster loans can help homeowners, renters, businesses of all sizes, and private non-profit organizations pay for their disaster losses, according to SBA officials. They also will meet with applicants one-on-one and assist them in filling out their loan applications. Anyone not able to visit a center should call 1-800-659-2955 for SBA assistance or visit the website at www.sba.gov/services/disasterassistance.
To apply for disaster assistance, go to www.fema.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). The TTY number is 1-800-462-7585 for those with speech or hearing impairments. Both lines are available from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. seven days a week.
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: Monday, 16-Jul-2007 08:21:44