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FEMA Individual Assistance deadline just six days away
Time is running out for Minnesotans who need help recovering from flood damages last September. The last day to apply for individual assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is Monday, Jan. 30. To date, more than 1,200 individuals have registered with FEMA, totaling more than $2.1 million dollars in approved federal aid. Remember, flood damages may not be seen in the early months after the September rain storm. Damages may not present themselves until the spring thaw. That is why it is important that individuals register with FEMA now. To apply, call FEMA at 800-621-3362 or visit the disasterassistance.gov.
As the registration period winds down. The Freeborn County Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will transition operations to the Waseca County DRC on Wednesday, Jan. 25.
Have a neighbor who suffered flooding damage in September? Tell them about FEMA Disaster Assistance
Still feeling the impact of the flooding that occurred in late September? So are more than 600 families who have already registered for FEMA aid. If you had to replace a damaged furnace or water heater or have previously soaked walls that are starting to crack as the temperature drops, now is the time to apply. Have you noticed neighbor who is struggling to get back on their feet? Help is available for fatigued families who are still recovering. If you have already applied, be sure to tell your neighbors.
Here is the simple process:
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