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Many property owners often have misconceptions about flood insurance, such as whether they can get it, when they can buy it, and how much it costs.

Here are some of the most common myths and facts about flood insurance and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP):
 

Myth: You can’t buy flood insurance if you live in a high-risk flood area.

Fact: You can buy federal flood insurance no matter where you live if your community participates in the NFIP.
 

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Survivors of the recent winter storm could be eligible for rental assistance for temporary housing through FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program. FEMA pays rent, including a security deposit, at a place other than your damaged home.

Your rental can be a house, apartment or hotel that can keep you near your job, home, school and place of worship. The assistance includes essential utilities such as electricity and water but not cable or Internet.

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Louisiana residents who were affected by the recent winter storms and who have registered with FEMA to apply for disaster assistance might have already received or will receive a letter explaining the status of the application. The letters are sent by regular mail or email, based on the survivor’s preference.

Read that letter very carefully. It explains your status with FEMA including any FEMA grant awarded and/or additional information needed.

Sometimes people need further documentation to be submitted to FEMA for eligibility. For example:

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Due to COVID-19 and the need to protect the safety and health of all Louisianians, FEMA is using the latest technology to help deliver its programs. The agency will be conducting virtual home inspections for Louisiana survivors in designated counties who sustained damage from the winter storms in February.
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