2023-09-14 04:48:36
People affected by the floods that hit Illinois between June 29 and July 2 will be able to receive help filling out their applications for federal assistance at a support center in Calumet City.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) temporary disaster recovery center will open a drop-in location Thursday at the Calumet City Public Library to help residents apply for federal assistance. by disaster.
Available officials will guide applicants on how to upload documents, learn about ways to make their properties more disaster-resilient, and get their questions answered in person about their federal aid application process.
The information will be available in several languages other than English.
The temporary help center in Calumet will operate on Thursday, September 14 from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
While from September 15 to 21 it will be open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.
The Calumet City Public Library is located at 660 Manistee Ave.
President Joe Biden approved a disaster declaration for Cook County on August 17 after torrential rains caused devastating flooding across the region. Hence Residents and business owners who suffered losses could apply for this financial assistance.
Applicants can also apply online through DisasterAssistance.gov or by phone through the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362.
The deadline to register with FEMA is October 16, 2023.
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