FEMA Approves Nearly $2 Million for Oregon Disaster Assistance Due to Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides
Release Date: December 17, 2007
Release Number: 1733-006
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SALEM, Ore. -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) continue to help Oregonians recover from the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides. Disaster assistance totaling more than $1.9 million has been approved and more than $560,000 has already been distributed to residents in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, Yamhill and Polk counties for storm related damages and living expenses.
As of close of business Sunday, December 16, more that 1,100 individuals had applied for assistance.
"People are anxious to get on with their lives after the storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides," said State Coordinating Officer Abby Kershaw.
Individuals who have not yet applied for disaster assistance can begin the disaster application process by registering on-line at www.fema.gov or by calling the toll-free registration number: 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired. The toll-free telephone numbers are available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week until further notice.
"We encourage everyone who needs assistance to take advantage of all programs available by first calling FEMA to register. Although programs are not intended to bring individuals back to their pre-disaster conditions, they can help with the financial impact of the severe weather," said Federal Coordinating Officer Glen R. Sachtleben.
FEMA coordinates the federal government's role in preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, responding to, and recovering from all domestic disasters, whether natural or man-made, including acts of terror.
Last Modified: Tuesday, 18-Dec-2007 07:58:21