Kentucky Homeowners and Renters Have Less Than Two Weeks Left to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance

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Kentucky residents affected by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides have just under two weeks left to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline for applications is July 25, and those who have experienced damage or loss can seek help through various channels, including online, in-person at Disaster Recovery Centers, or by phone.

Key Takeaways:

  • The deadline to apply for federal disaster assistance is July 25 for Kentucky homeowners and renters affected by the April severe storms and subsequent events.
  • Applicants can seek assistance through multiple channels: online at DisasterAssistance.gov, in-person at Disaster Recovery Centers, or by phone at 800-621-3362.
  • To apply, individuals will need to provide their current phone number, address at the time of the disaster, current address, Social Security Number, a list of damages and losses, and banking information for direct deposit (if applicable).
  • Those seeking assistance should keep their contact information updated with FEMA as they may be contacted to schedule a home inspection or gather additional information.
  • Disaster assistance is not a substitute for insurance and is intended to meet basic needs and supplement disaster recovery efforts.

Statistics:

  • July 25 is the deadline for Kentucky homeowners and renters to apply for federal disaster assistance.
  • The April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides led to the activation of federal disaster assistance.
  • There are multiple channels to apply for FEMA assistance, including online, in-person at Disaster Recovery Centers, and by phone.
  • To be eligible for assistance, applicants will need to provide specific information, including their Social Security Number and a list of damages and losses.

Sources:

  • FEMA release on federal disaster assistance for Kentucky residents affected by April severe storms and subsequent events
  • DisasterAssistance.gov | FEMA