Peru Disaster Recovery Center (Drc) Closing Saturday 

Victims can still register by calling FEMA toll-free number

Release Date: June 24, 2004
Release Number: 1520-045

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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -– The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) located in Peru in Miami County is closing on Saturday, June 26, 2004, federal and state disaster recovery officials announced today.

"The Disaster Recovery Center will be operating regular hours through Saturday, June 26. Closing time is 6:30 p.m.," said Luther J. Taylor Sr., state coordinating officer for the disaster.

"But even after the center closes, assistance is as close as a telephone call away," said Justo "Tito" Hernandez, federal coordinating officer. "Residents who suffered damage as a result of the storms can call the FEMA registration/helpline at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) to find out about assistance programs and the status of their application."

The Peru Center is located at Peru Jr. High, 30 E. Daniel Street, Peru, Indiana.

Disaster victims may still register for assistance by calling toll-free 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). Hearing or speech impaired individuals can call TTY 1-800-462-7585.

A wide range of programs are available which may include assistance with rental payments for temporary housing, grants for home repairs and replacement of essential household items not covered by insurance to make damaged dwellings safe, sanitary and functional, temporary unemployment payments, and low interest loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for individuals and businesses. If you have household insurance, contact your insurer as well as registering with FEMA. Federal disaster assistance may be available to help uninsured or underinsured losses or expenses.

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, 25-Jun-2004 17:33:35