Release Date: August 23, 2004
Release Number: 1539-026
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ORLANDO, Fla. -- State and federal officials announce the opening of two additional Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) in Orlando and Winter Springs, bringing to 10 the number of centers open to assist those affected by Hurricane Charley.
Disaster victims are urged to register for assistance first by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). The TTY number is 1-800-462-7585 for those who are speech- or hearing-impaired. Those who have questions may visit the center to meet face-to-face with recovery specialists. Representatives of local, state and federal agencies, as well as voluntary agencies, will be on hand to provide program and service information.
Seminole County
Strip Mall DRC
Suites 103 & 104
1491 East State Road 434
Winter Springs, FlOrange County
Goldenrod Street Building DRC
1602 Goldenrod Drive
Orlando, Fl.
All 10 centers are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week until further notice.
Representatives of state, federal, and voluntary agencies, as well as loan officers from the U.S. Small Business Administration, will be on hand to answer questions and provide recovery information. Written materials about various assistance programs are also available to individuals and business owners.
The State Emergency Response Team is a collaboration of Florida’s emergency management agencies led by the state coordinating officer. Our mission is to ensure that Florida is prepared to respond to emergencies, recover from them, and mitigate against their impacts. For the latest information on the hurricane relief effort, visit http://www.floridadisaster.org.
Federal and State of Florida Disaster Recovery Centers now open: Harold Recreation Center DRC Hardee County School Board DRC |
Lee County Public Works DRC Germain Arena DRC Eagle Ridge Mall DRC |
George Boulevard DRC Sunshine Park Mall DRC Osceola Square Mall DRC |
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: Monday, 23-Aug-2004 11:29:59