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A federal disaster declaration was signed Tuesday, August 15, 2006 by President George W. Bush for the affected flood areas in El Paso County. This provides that FEMA offer disaster aid in the form of individual assistance, public assistance and hazard mitigation planning to the people and communities that were recently affected by the flooding that began in our area July 31, 2006.
Residents and business owners who have sustained losses within El Paso County due to the flooding may seek financial assistance from FEMA using the following methods:
On-line:
Residents and business owners may register on-line at www.fema.gov
Phone:
The number for individuals to call to seek FEMA assistance is: 1-800-621- FEMA(3362). For individuals that are hearing or speech impaired, please call 1-800-462-7585 (TTY). The toll-free telephone numbers will operate from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (local time) seven days a week until further notice.
Disaster Recovery Centers
** PLEASE NOTE: Before visiting a DRC, individuals should register for assistance by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362), or 1-800-462-7585 for those who are hearing or speech-impaired or on-line at www.fema.gov.
DRCs provide residents an opportunity to meet face to face with representatives from state, federal, and voluntary agencies to find answers to questions they may have about the recovery process. Customer services representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration will be on hand to help individuals fill out loan applications and answer questions.
Fixed Location
7500 Viscount (near the bus terminal) in El Paso.
The DRC hours of operation are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., open seven days a week until further notice.
Mobile Disaster Recovery Center
The Mobile Disaster Recovery Center in the El Paso County has closed.
Additional Information from FEMA (www.fema.gov)
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