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Page last updated: 03/27/2023

Overview

Florida Hurricane Nicole (DR-4680)

Hurricane Nicole struck Florida twice: the first time near Vero Beach and the second at Cedar Key, on November 10, 2022, before crossing the state and emerging into the Atlantic. On December 13, 2022, President Biden declared it a major disaster.

People in the following counties are eligible to receive federal disaster assistance:

Brevard
Flagler
Lake
Putnam
St. Johns
Volusia

For the complete whitehouse.gov press release, please click here.

Important Deadlines

FEMA Application Deadline

Saturday, February 11, 2023

More Info

Appeal your FEMA decision letter

Within 60 days of the date on the determination letter.

Deadline for Disaster SNAP

The application period for D-SNAP has closed for most counties, except for Orange County. No D-SNAP event date or location has been announced for residents of Orange County.

Residents of Orange County who did not pre-register must show up to the D-SNAP event in person to qualify.

FEMA Assistance

Applying for Assistance

Applications for FEMA Assistance can be submitted by:

Phone: Contact FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY users can call 1-800-462-7585.

Online: Fill out the application at DisasterAssistance.gov

In-Person: You can also fill out the application at a FEMA Disaster Resource Center (DRC).

Mobile Registration Intake Center: MRICs move around regularly. They will be in an area for a short period of time to help survivors who need registration help. Visit FEMA’s Disaster Declaration page to find more information about the Mobile Registration Intake Center locations and hours.

Disaster Recovery Center: To find a Disaster Recovery Center near you, use the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s DRC locator or text “DRC” and your zip code to 43362 (4FEMA) to locate a Disaster Recovery Center in your area.

FEMA Fact Sheet: Remote Inspections

Due to the COVID-19 nationwide emergency declared by Former President Trump and the need to protect the safety and health of all Americans; FEMA will conduct remote home inspections for disaster survivors until further notice.

This fact sheet provides information about that process. It includes links to PDF and plain text versions.

As of June 1, 2022, FEMA is beginning to transition back to in- home inspections. Remote inspections may still occur if conditions make them necessary again.

What to Expect After You Apply for FEMA Assistance

Created by FEMA, this handout provides a basic overview what to expect after you have applied for assistance.

also available in:

Español

What to Expect After You Apply for FEMA Assistance (Spanish)

Este folleto, creado por FEMA, brinda una descripción general básica de lo que puede esperar después de haber solicitado asistencia.

FEMA Fact Sheet: Returning to In- Home Inspections

As of June 1, 2022, FEMA reinstituted verification of disaster-caused losses through in-person home inspections. Multiple virtual methods were used to inspect survivor homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Disaster survivors’ health and safety remain FEMA’s priority so the agency will retain the ability to conduct inspections without entering the home.

This link will take you to FEMA’s fact sheet on in- home inspections.

Resources

Safety and Shelter Resources

Please check your local news and local officials for the latest safety and shelter resources.

Access information on Safety and Shelter assistance through the resources below.

American Red Cross Disaster Relief & Recovery Services

Explore resources from the American Red Cross on how to stay safe and recover from a disaster.

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Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) Locator

FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) are accessible facilities and mobile offices you can visit to learn more about FEMA and other disaster assistance programs. You may also visit to ask questions about your case. The DRC Locator helps you find the hours, services, and locations of DRCs near you.

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American Red Cross Shelter Locator

If an emergency has forced you to evacuate your home, the Red Cross may be able to help. All Red Cross shelters are free, open to everyone, accessible to people with disabilities, and accepting of service animals.

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Legal Assistance

Access legal aid organizations and other helpful recovery assistance through the resources below.

Introducing: Disaster Legal Services

The American Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division has teamed up with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to create Disaster Legal Services (DLS) — a program designed to help survivors navigate the aftermath of presidentially- declared disasters. The DLS program provides immediate temporary legal assistance to disaster survivors—at no charge.

Issues where DLS can help include:

Insurance Claims
New Wills
Powers of Attorney
Other Legal Papers Lost During the Disaster
Problems with Landlords
FEMA Appeals
Home Repair Contracts and Contractor Fraud

Learn more through this short video.

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ABA YLD Disaster Legal Services Hotline

(888) 743-5749

To help meet the growing legal needs caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division has teamed up with RingCentral Inc. to create a national hotline to connect the Disaster Legal Services Program (DLS) with those seeking civil legal services.

Organization

The Florida Bar

(850) 561-5600

651 E Jefferson St
Tallahassee, FL 32399

Professional association of lawyers.

Organization

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc.

1-888-582-3410

1321 E. Memorial Boulevard
Lakeland, FL 33801