How Floridians can get food assistance after back-to-back hurricanes

Floridians affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton can now receive food assistance. On Wednesday, the Florida Department of Children and Families announced the state’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Program (DSNAP) application was approved.....MORE

Tampa Opens More FEMA Help Centers For Hurricane Victims

Tampa is expanding its efforts to assist residents affected by recent hurricanes by opening three new FEMA assistance centers tomorrow, October 23rd.

These centers will offer computer access and support to residents applying for FEMA assistance online. This is particularly helpful for those who lack internet access or need help navigating the application process.

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Floridians May be Eligible for Transitional Sheltering in Hotels

FEMA has activated Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) for Floridians displaced by Hurricane Helene or Hurricane Milton in 52 counties and for tribal members of the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians.

Residents in these counties who have applied for disaster assistance may be eligible to stay temporarily in a hotel or motel paid for by FEMA.

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Johnson: Additional hurricane aid ‘can wait’ until Congress is back in session

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Sunday said passing additional hurricane aid for states impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton “can wait” until Congress is back in session after the election.....MORE