FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Volusia County set to close, help still available

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — A Disaster Recovery Center in Volusia County is set to close on Monday.

FEMA officials said despite the center closing, assistance will still be available.

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According to a news release, the Disaster Recovery Center at The Center at Deltona, located at 1640 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd will close permanently its doors on Jan. 30.

However, those who experienced damage or loss from Hurricane Nicole will have until Feb. 13 to apply for federal assistance.

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Although the deadline to apply for assistance for damage from Hurricane Ian has passed, survivors who were affected by either Hurricane can still:

· Get help understanding FEMA decisions or request information letters.

· Check the status of your FEMA application.

· Get information about help with rental assistance or other basic needs.

· Get referrals to agencies or non-profits that may offer assistance FEMA is not able to provide.

· Meet with a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) representative.

· Meet with a mitigation specialist about protecting your home and property from future natural disasters.

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You do not need to go to a DRC to apply.

You can contact FEMA at DisasterAssistance.gov or call the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362.

To find the disaster recovery center closest to you, go online to: DRC Locator or floridadisaster.org, or you can text DRC along with your ZIP Code to 43362.

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