PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Homeowners and renters in Palm Beach County who were affected by Hurricane Ian may now apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
President Joe Biden and the Federal Emergency Management Agency made the announcement Friday, according to U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel, D-Fla.
This new designation will allow residents who lost their homes in the EF-2 tornado at the Kings Point senior community and others affected by the Wellington EF-1 tornadoto receive federal help.
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The declaration allows those affected to apply for housing assistance to help pay for lodging or home repair not covered by insurance.
Also, the federal funds will allow for financial assistance to replace necessary household items or a damaged vehicle, crisis counseling and more.
Frankel said residents who need assistance are encouraged to go to FEMA's website at disasterassistance.gov or call toll-free at 800-621-3362 to apply for help. The line is open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day.
Applicants will need to provide the following information:
- A current phone number where you can be contacted
- Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying
- Your Social Security number
- A general list of damage and losses
- Banking information if you choose direct deposit
- If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name
FEMA has not made a declaration for residents in Okeechobee Countyafter multiple homes were damaged in the storm earlier this month.
