Mobile Disaster Recovery Center Units Move On Weekly Basis
Release Date: November 11, 2004
Release Number: 1551-140
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ORLANDO, Fla. -- Three Mobile Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) Units will be in several locations over the next two weeks. These DRC Units will open on Mondays and close on Saturdays during each of the weeks listed. Hours of operation are from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
| Mobile Unit #100 | Mobile Unit #200 | Mobile Unit #300 |
|---|---|---|
| From 11/15 to 11/20 Dixie County *All DRCs are closed on Thursday, Nov. 25, for Thanksgiving |
From 11/15 to 11/20 Pasco County From 11/22 to 11/27* Pasco County | From 11/15 to 11/20 Washington County
Wausau City Hall 607 2 nd Ave Wausau, Fl. 32463 From 11/22 to 11/27* Holmes County |
These Mobile DRC Units will provide disaster registrants in the areas they are serving with an opportunity to check on the status of their applications and meet with federal and state disaster program representatives, as well as loan officers from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Those impacted by recent hurricanes 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. After applying, those who have questions may visit a center to meet face-to-face with recovery specialists.
Applicants may also register online by going to the FEMA website at http://www.fema.gov and clicking on the red “hot-link” button in the upper right-hand portion of the page marked “Register for Disaster Assistance Online.”
Applicants who have an immediate housing need with no lodging available in their areas can call the Florida Hurricane Housing Hotline at 1-888-472-1727, seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
All centers are open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. (local time), Monday through Friday, until further notice. An applicant may visit any one of the 41 DRCs statewide.
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: Friday, 12-Nov-2004 10:42:43