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 14, 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.

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...

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 …

Jan 10, 2025 · Trump’s team is eyeing Florida Division of Emergency Management Executive Director Kevin Guthrie to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency, according to two people familiar with the...

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 ...

Elevate Florida: FDEM's Residential Mitigation Program The Florida Division of Emergency Management is excited to announce Florida’s first Statewide Residential Mitigation Program, Elevate Florida. The goal of this program is to enhance community resilience by mitigating private residences against natural hazards. Review our list of Frequently Asked Questions and our Residential Mitigation ...

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.

Sep 30, 2024 · Here's what to know about applying for FEMA assistance in Florida. What does FEMA assistance do? FEMA’s disaster assistance offers new benefits that provide flexible funding directly to...