Today is the Last Day for Floridians to Apply for FEMA Assistance
 

Homeowners and renters in Florida who sustained loss from Hurricane Helene have until the end of today, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, to apply for FEMA assistance.
 
How To Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance

• Call FEMA: Reach FEMA at 800-621-3362. Lines are open daily, and assistance is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, captioned telephone, or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
• Online: Apply at DisasterAssistance.gov.
• FEMA App: Download and use the FEMA mobile app to apply.

For an accessible video on how to apply for assistance, visit FEMA Accessible: Applying for Individual Assistance - YouTube.
 
Appeals Information
 
Homeowners and renters who have already applied for assistance and disagree with FEMA’s decision have up to 60 days from the date of the decision letter to appeal. For details on how to submit an appeal, visit How to Appeal FEMA’s Decision | FEMA.gov.
 
For more information about Hurricane Helene recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4828.

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About FEMA

FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters. FEMA is committed to ensuring disaster assistance is delivered equitably, without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status.
 
If you believe you have experienced discrimination, contact FEMA’s Office of Civil Rights at FEMA-OCR-ECRD@fema.dhs.gov or toll-free at 833-285-7448.