“I wish to express my deepest sympathy to the victims of the deadly storms that swept throughout the Southeast. I am extremely saddened by the loss of life and the extensive damage to property in the region. Last week, President Barack Obama signed the Georgia Disaster Declaration, which releases federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts. As a result, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working to assist residents and local municipalities with storm-related aid. In the near future, FEMA plans to open Disaster Recovery Centers within the 10th Congressional District. Once facilities are established, Georgians may use theDRC Locator to find the Disaster Relief Center that is nearest to them. My office stands ready to help any and all constituents navigate through this process. For the latest information, visit my website at www.broun.house.gov.”
Information for Affected Individuals, Families, and Small Business Owners:
· Residents and business owners who sustained losses in Morgan, Greene, Habersham, and Rabun Counties can begin registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired.
· The toll-free telephone numbers will operate from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Individual assistance can include grants to help pay for temporary housing, home repairs and other serious disaster-related expenses. Low-interest loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration also will be available to cover residential and business losses not fully compensated by insurance.
· Individuals and families limited to smartphones and other mobile devices may visit m.fema.gov and follow the link to “apply online for federal assistance.”
Information for Local Governments, State Agencies, and Eligible Private Non-profit Agencies:
· Public Assistance for debris removal and emergency measures are available in Morgan, Greene, and Rabun Counties. For more information, visit the Georgia Emergency Management Agency web site at www.gema.ga.gov.
