FEMA has information to help you prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters specific to your location. Use this page to find local disaster recovery centers, flood maps, fact sheets, FEMA contacts, jobs, and other resources.

Oct 12, 2024 · Homeowners and renters in 34 Florida counties and the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida who had uninsured or underinsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Milton may now apply for FEMA disaster assistance.

Oct 1, 2024 · FEMA disaster assistance may provide funds to homeowners and renters for serious needs, basic home repair, rental of temporary housing and other uninsured expenses resulting from Hurricane Helene. FEMA assistance is not a replacement for insurance.

Oct 16, 2024 · Operation Blue Roof "is a free service for homeowners and permanently occupied rental properties, providing fiber-reinforced, industrial-strength sheeting to protect storm-damaged roofs until...

Oct 12, 2024 · Tampa Bay residents and others across Florida whose homes and property were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Milton can now apply for aid through FEMA's direct assistance program. Why it matters: The federal aid — which includes includes grants for temporary housing and repairs for uninsured damage — provides a financial lifeline after ...

2 days ago · Substantial Damage (FEMA 50% Rule) All structures located in the flood hazard area are subject to the Substantial Damage Rule. If you live in a floodplain and the cost to repair your home meets or exceeds 49% of the structure’s actual cash value, it must be elevated or rebuilt up to new flood safety standards per county code set by FEMA ...

Sep 30, 2024 · "Florida homeowners and renters in 17 counties who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance," FEMA announced in a news release on...

Florida Division of Emergency Management. 2555 Shumard Oak Blvd. Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2100. Phone: 850-815-4000. For Florida Relay Service: Dial 711 (TDD/TTY) Weather Outlook. Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Florida is in FEMA's Region 4. Visit our Contact Us page to find phone numbers, email addresses, and other contact information specific to this location. In the event of a disaster or emergency, FEMA's social media channels can be a good source of up-to-the-minute information.

Oct 18, 2024 · Homeowners and renters are encouraged to apply for FEMA assistance. The quickest way to apply is online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by using the FEMA App. You may also apply by phone at...