FEMA Registration/Helpline Hours Change
Release Date: November 5, 2004
Release Number: 1555-058
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HARRISBURG, Pa. -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) Registration and Helpline hours of operation have changed to 6 a.m. to midnight (Eastern Standard Time), seven days a week, effective Sunday, Nov. 7.
The toll-free Registration/Helpline number, 1-800-621-FEMA (3362), is available for residents of Pennsylvania's 58 disaster-declared counties who suffered damage during the tropical storms of September. Those with speech or hearing impairments should call TTY 1-800-462-7585. Registration is also available on-line at www.fema.gov.
"In addition to providing a way to register for disaster assistance, the phone number is also available for people who have registered and want to update or check on the status of their application," according to Nick Russo, the federal coordinating officer.
"The Registration/Helpline number is an excellent way to get answers to questions about what disaster aid may be available to applicants. There are a variety of federal and state programs available to eligible storm victims," said David M. Sanko, the state coordinating officer.
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 Citizen Corps, the National Flood Insurance Program and the U.S. Fire Administration.
Last Modified: Friday, 05-Nov-2004 11:02:22