PEMA, FEMA To Open Roving Disaster Recovery Center In Greene County
Release Date: October 27, 2004
Release Number: 1555/1557-050
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HARRISBURG, Pa. -- State and federal officials announce the opening of a roving Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Greene County to assist individuals and business owners who suffered losses and damages from September tropical storms. The Disaster Recovery Center will be at the following location:
Greene County
Greene County Dept. of Emergency Services55 West Greene St. Waynesburg
Center will open on Monday, Nov. 1,
and will close on Wednesday Nov. 3.
Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
Anyone who incurred damage because of September tropical storms may visit any Disaster Recovery Center regardless of where they live.
Individuals may talk with representatives about disaster housing assistance, flood insurance, health and welfare assistance, well water testing and crisis counseling. Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will also be available to help applicants complete low-interest disaster loan packets.
Before visiting a Disaster Recovery Center, flood victims, who sustained damage, should first register with FEMA by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). People with hearing or speech impairments may call TTY 1-800-462-7585.
On March 1, 2003, FEMA became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. FEMA's continuing mission within the new department is to lead the effort to prepare the nation for all hazards and effectively manage federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. FEMA also initiates proactive mitigation activities, trains first responders, and manages the National Flood Insurance Program and the U.S. Fire Administration.
Last Modified: Wednesday, 27-Oct-2004 13:31:06