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FEMA pop-up support center opens in Sanford following Hurricane Milton

Seminole County declared a designated disaster area

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SANFORD, Fla. – Seminole County residents needing one-on-one help following Hurricane Milton have another option to turn to.

Seminole County residents can now register for disaster recovery assistance at a newly opened FEMA pop-up registration site at the Westside Community Center in Sanford.

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The site will be open Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Residents can apply for individual FEMA assistance or get help with making minor updates to their applications.

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Following the effects of Hurricane Milton, FEMA declared Seminole County a designated disaster area.

Applications can also be done online at www.disasterassistance.gov or through the FEMA app.

FEMA’s hotline is open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week and can be reached at 1-800-621-3362.

To apply for help you will need:

  • Your Social Security Number
  • Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are currently living
  • A contact phone number
  • A list of damages and losses
  • If insured, the policy number and the name of the agent or company
  • If you want the money directly deposited, bank information will be needed

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