FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers to open in counties approved for individual assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky.– Gov. Andy Beshear has announced that FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers are open in eight of the first 13 counties approved for individual assistance for April’s floods.

According to the governor’s office, families in the first 13 counties approved for individual assistance, including Anderson, Butler, Carroll, Christian, Clark, Franklin Hardin, Hopkins, Jessamine, McCracken, Mercer, Owen and Woodford counties, can visit any of these centers for assistance to apply for federal aid.

All 13 counties are expected to have a DRC by April 30, officials say.

To view hours and locations of the Disaster Recovery Centers, click here.

The centers are opening after President Donald Trump’s partial approval of the governor’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration.

“We are grateful to be working with FEMA to open these centers in each of the declared counties,” Beshear said. “These centers allow our families that have already been through so much the opportunity to talk directly with an expert who will help them start their recovery and rebuilding process.”

The governor’s office says Beshear will be requesting that additional counties be added to this declaration with an amendment once assessments are finished.

The governor’s requests for public assistance for 33 counties and hazard mitigation for the entire state are still pending.

How to Apply:

Officials say residents and business owners who experienced losses in the designated counties can begin applying for assistance at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling the Federal Emergency Management Agency at 800-621-FEMA (3362) or by using the FEMA App. Anyone using a relay service, such as video relay service, captioned telephone service or other similar service, can give FEMA the number for that service.

When applying for assistance, make sure:

• You apply for the correct declaration (April Flood DR-4864).
• You upload your documents online via the FEMA App or by visiting DisasterAssistance.gov.
• Your damaged home is your primary residence.
• You haven’t received assistance for the same losses from another source, including insurance.
• You are able to be reached by FEMA at the contact information you provide in the application.

If you disagree with FEMA’s decision, you may appeal:

• Online at DisasterAssistance.gov.
• In person at a Disaster Recovery Centers, which will open in coming days.
• Or by mail or fax.

If you would like to donate to the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund, click here.