Two Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Hillsborough and Manatee counties will be relocating, closing their current locations on Sunday, October 20th, at 7 p.m.
The affected centers are:
- Hillsborough County: David Barksdale Senior Center
- Manatee County: GT Bray Park
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New locations for the DRCs will be announced soon.
Survivors Don’t Need to Visit a Center to Apply for Aid
While DRCs offer valuable in-person assistance, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby can apply for FEMA aid online, via the FEMA app, or by phone.
- Online: DisasterAssistance.gov
- FEMA App: Download on your smartphone
- Phone: 800-621-3362 (expect longer wait times due to high call volume)
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Stay Updated on Hurricane Recovery
For the latest information on Hurricane Milton recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4834. Information on Hurricanes Helene and Debby can also be found on the FEMA website.
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