Storm Impact Business News
FEMA offers updates on hurricane recovery in state
FAQ of the Day:Â Does FEMA issue vouchers for Transitional Sheltering Assistance hotels and motels? No, FEMA does not issue vouchers for hotel or motel stays. FEMA will contact residents in eligible counties who have applied for disaster assistance to notify them they are eligible to stay temporarily in a hotel or motel paid for…
Read MoreFEMA assistance available for self-employed Floridians
FEMA assistance can help people who are self-employed, including artists, musicians and mechanics. Independent contractors are considered self-employed. To be considered for FEMA assistance, you must be a resident of or work in a county designated for FEMA Individual Assistance following Hurricanes Milton, Helene or Debby. You must also have had damage or losses as a result of the…
Read MoreCharlotte County Mobile Disaster Recovery Center reopens in new location
The mobile Disaster Recovery Center in Charlotte County is open at the Tringali Community Center to provide one-on-one help to Floridians affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene. Survivors of Hurricane Debby can also be served by the center. Charlotte County Tringali Community Center 3460 N. Access Road Englewood, FL 34224 Hours: 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Monday-Sunday Survivors do not need…
Read MoreResources available for Floridians recovering from hurricanes
Local, state, federal and voluntary agencies are helping Floridians affected by Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby. In many cases, one or more resources may be able to fill in gaps for disaster survivors. State Assistance Information Line:Â This call center is open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and can answer questions on Hurricanes Milton…
Read MoreLee County sand cleanup operations on main roads in Fort Myers Beach and Bonita Springs to pause temporarily to focus on debris cleanup
Residents who live along Estero Boulevard and Hickory Boulevard are asked to stop placing sand in the right of way as of today while Lee County’s debris removal contractor shifts focus to residential debris cleanup on Friday, Nov. 1. The county plans to return to make a final pass for sand placed in the right…
Read MoreCharlotte County Disaster Recovery Center to relocate
The Disaster Recovery Center at South County Regional Park in Charlotte County will close permanently at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29. The center will reopen in a new location and an announcement will be made. Survivors do not need to visit a center to apply for assistance. Homeowners and renters are encouraged to apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov or…
Read MoreLee County to extend temporary permitting office on Pine Island and update hours of operation
Lee County Government is announcing an extension of the temporary permitting office on Pine Island to further assist residents to apply for permits to repair existing buildings damaged by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The Lee County Department of Community Development initially opened the temporary office three times a week at the Pine Island Public…
Read MoreUSPS gives update on operations after Hurricane Milton
Hurricanes Helene and Milton were catastrophic natural disasters that have disrupted services and operations for many organizations – including the Postal Service’s ability to deliver mail and packages – throughout the entire Southeast region. The Postal Service is working closely with other federal agencies, including FEMA, to assist in the response. The Postal Service’s primary…
Read MoreBBB Warning: Price gouging is illegal in Florida
People often find that the cost of high-demand items and services skyrocket after a hurricane. Better Business Bureau has received reports about price gouging after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The Florida Attorney General’s Office has initiated state price-gouging laws, which automatically go into effect during a declared state of emergency to prevent businesses from overcharging customers. Price…
Read MoreFEMA calls may come from unfamiliar phone numbers
After Floridians apply for disaster assistance, FEMA may call them to schedule an inspection of the damaged home, or to obtain more information to process the application. These calls may come from unfamiliar area codes or phone numbers. It is important to answer the call. A FEMA inspection may be required to determine whether a…
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