News and Media: Disaster 4764

Survivors in Cumberland, Hancock, Lincoln, Knox, Sagadahoc, Waldo, Washington and York counties who had loss or damage from the severe storms and flooding that occurred Jan. 9-13, 2024, may have already reported their damages to the State of Maine, spoken to someone from FEMA, or registered for assistance with a community organization. That does not mean they have applied for federal assistance with FEMA.

There are several ways to apply:  Visit a Disaster Recover Center. To find a center close to you, go online to: DRC Locator, or text DRC along with your Zip Code to 43362 (Ex: DRC 04074).  Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. Help is available in most languages. The Helpline is available daily from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET.  Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov (also in Spanish).  Download the FEMA mobile app (also in Spanish).

Renters in counties approved for Individual Assistance who had losses from the January 9-13 severe storm and flooding can apply for federal disaster assistance.

If you are a survivor of Maine’s severe storms and flooding that took place January 9-13, 2024, and live in Cumberland, Hancock, Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc, Waldo, Washington or York counties, you could be eligible for Continued Temporary Housing Assistance through FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program. FEMA may pay temporary rent, including a security deposit, at a place other than your damaged home, to help you get back on your feet.

Mainers who live in Cumberland, Hancock, Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc, Waldo, Washington or York counties and had a privately-owned dock, port or wharf damaged or destroyed by the severe storms and flooding that took place January 9-13, FEMA or the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may provide financial assistance for replacement or repairs.