Politics & Government
Bucks County Residents Eligible for Individual Assistance from FEMA
Declaration involves Hurricane Irene damage from Aug. 26-30.
As a result of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on Sept. 13 amending major disaster declaration to include Individual Assistance for nine Pennsylvania counties including Bucks, residents are eligible for individual assistance. This assistance covers the Hurricane Irene incident from August 26-30.
According to a county release, individual assistance can include temporary housing assistance for eligible applicants such as rental assistance and repair assistance. Individuals in the designated counties are encouraged to register with FEMA. To register, please use the following methods:
- Telephone: 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY at 800-462-7285. Those who use 711 or Video Relay Service (VRS) can call 800-621-3362
- Internet: Individuals may apply for disaster assistance online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov
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