FEMA Deadline is Nov. 12 for victims of Debby

After Floridians experienced devastating hurricanes this year, the Federal Emergency...
After Floridians experienced devastating hurricanes this year, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has created a list of resources to assist citizens.(FEMA)
Published: Nov. 12, 2024 at 7:32 AM EST

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - If you are a Suncoast resident who sustained loss during Hurricane Debby, you have one week remaining to apply for federal assistance.

The deadline is Nov. 12.

Homeowners and renters in Alachua, Baker, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hillsborough, Jefferson, Lafayette, Levy, Madison, Manatee, Pinellas, Sarasota, Suwannee and Taylor counties with losses from Hurricane Debby may be eligible for FEMA financial assistance for displacement, basic home repairs, personal property losses and other uninsured or underinsured disaster-caused expenses.

The quickest way to apply is to go online to DisasterAssistance.gov. You can also apply using the FEMA App for mobile devices or calling toll-free 800-621-3362.

The telephone line is open every day and help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.

Click here to apply.