CLANTON, Ala. - Homeowners and renters in Jefferson and Shelby counties who were affected by the severe storms and flooding Oct. 6-7, 2021, have one month left to apply for disaster assistance. The deadline to register with FEMA is Feb. 21, 2022, at 11 p.m. CST.
Three ways survivors can apply for disaster assistance
* By calling 1-800-621-3362 from 6:00 a.m. to midnight CST. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, or others, give FEMA the number for that service.
* Online at www.disasterassistance.gov.
* With the FEMA mobile app.
When you apply for assistance, have the following information readily available:
* 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.
* The Social Security Number of a qualified applicant.
* 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.
Survivors may be eligible to receive assistance for uninsured and underinsured damage and losses resulting from the Oct. 6-7 severe storms and flooding. If you have homeowners, renters, condominium, mobile home, or flood insurance, you should file a claim as soon as possible. FEMA cannot duplicate benefits for losses covered by insurance. If your policy does not cover all your damage expenses, you may be eligible for federal assistance. Disaster assistance may include financial help with temporary housing, lodging expense reimbursement, home repairs, personal property losses, along with other programs to assist those recovering from the disaster.
For more information about Alabama disaster recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4632. Follow the FEMA Region 4 Twitter account at twitter.com/femaregion4.
Source: Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency
