Hurricane Laura FEMA Filing Deadline Two Weeks Away

The extension given by FEMA for homeowners and renters to file for government assistance for Hurricane Laura expires on November 27.

Federal assistance can help with rental assistance, temporary housing, and replacing damaged property.

You can sign up for FEMA assistance two ways:

• Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 (TTY 800-462-7585)
• Visit www.disasterassistance.gov

If you need help with filing, FEMA has set up several locations with agents to guide you through the process. To find a drive-thru Disaster Recovery Center (DRC), text 43362 and type DRC and your ZIP code (for example DRC 70601).