Be Sure FEMA Has Your Correct Address And Phone Number
Release Date: August 21, 2002
Release Number: 1426-19
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Dededo, Guam -- "If you have moved or changed your phone number, be sure you call FEMA's helpline," FEMA's Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Woody Goins, reminds Guam residents. "Incorrect mailing addresses can slow down assistance."
Individuals and business owners who suffered losses or damages during Typhoon Chata'an are encouraged to register by calling FEMA's toll-free number 1-800-621-3362 or 1-800-462-7585 for the speech- and hearing- impaired. These numbers are in operation from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Guam time, Monday through Saturday. The deadline for applying for disaster assistance is September 10, 2002.
Those who have already registered but need to update their information (change address or phone number for example) or have questions about the status of their application, can also call this same toll-free number or the local Helpline number at 633-9820, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Guam time, Monday through Saturday.
You can also visit the Disaster Recovery Centers at the Yigo Gymnasium and the Merizo Community Center, They are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday, until further notice.
Last Modified: Wednesday, 13-Aug-2003 11:22:33