Source: US Federal Emergency Management Agency
Headline: FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Manatee County
FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Manatee County
TALLAHASSEE, Fla
– As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms
FEMA mitigation specialists will be available to answer questions and offer free home improvement tips and proven methods to prevent and lessen damage from future disasters
This information is geared for do-it-yourself work and general contractors
FEMA specialists will be available from March 18 through March 29 from 7:30 a
m
to 5:00 p
m
ET, Monday – Friday and on Saturday from 7:30 a
m
to 1:00 p
m
ET, at the following location:Manatee County: Lowes, 7395 52nd Place East, Bradenton, FL 34203Mitigation is an effort to reduce the loss of life and property damage by lessening the impact of a disaster through construction and remodeling best practices
An insurance specialist will be present to answer National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) questions
Disaster Survivor Assistance teams will also be on hand to provide updates on FEMA applications and answer questions
Stay in Touch with FEMAIt is important to let FEMA know about any changes to your contact information
You may update contact information or check on the status of your application by:Visiting DisasterAssistance
govCalling FEMA directly at 800-621-FEMA (3362)Using the FEMA app###FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during and after disasters
Follow FEMA online, on X @FEMA or @FEMAEspanol, on FEMA’s Facebook page or Espanol page and at FEMA’s YouTube account
Also, follow on X FEMA_Cam
For preparedness information follow the Ready Campaign on X at @Ready
gov, on Instagram @Ready
gov or on the Ready Facebook page
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