Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Houston
Release Date: November 16, 2002
Release Number: 1439-13
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Houston, TX -- A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is scheduled to open in Houston, Texas, to serve those affected by the severe storms and flooding that began on October 24.
On Sunday, November 17, the DRC will open at 17507 Imperial Valley Drive (Greenbriar Shopping Center), in Houston, Texas.
The hours on Sunday will be from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday the DRC will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. until further notice.
Qualified personnel staff the centers to provide recovery information and written materials about various assistance programs available to individuals and business owners. Disaster programs include disaster housing assistance, grants for disaster-related needs, low-interest loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, disaster unemployment assistance and crisis counseling.
State Coordinating Officer Duke Mazurek and Federal Coordinating Officer Sandy Coachman urge those with questions to visit the center.
"We want all those who have disaster assistance questions to feel free to visit the DRC," said Duke Mazurek. "If you need help, please visit any DRC."
If you were affected by the severe storms and flooding that began on October 24 and have not registered with FEMA, you are encouraged to begin the process as soon as possible. To start the application process, call 800-621 FEMA (3362) or 800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing or speech impaired.
Last Modified: Monday, 21-Apr-2003 15:11:45