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FEMA Designates Orange County Residents for Individual Assistance Following Hurricane Milton


13 October, 2024

Orange County Government Public Information Officer

Email: PIO@ocfl.net

Orange County residents may now apply for federal disaster assistance 

Orange County, FL – Orange County residents may now apply for federal disaster assistance for losses resulting from Hurricane Milton.

To be eligible for federal aid under FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program, storm damage and losses from the hurricane and flooding must have occurred as a result of Hurricane Milton.

If you have insurance, you must file a claim with your insurance company first. If you do not have insurance or insurance does not cover your claim, you may apply for FEMA assistance.

Residents who suffered Milton-related damages are encouraged to register with FEMA online at DisasterAssistance.gov, on the FEMA Mobile App, or by calling 800-621-3362 (FEMA).

Orange County individuals and households should have the following information ready when applying:

  • Contact information (Telephone number, Mailing address, Social Security number)
  • Household income
  • Address of damaged home or apartment
  • Description of damage/lost items
  • Photos of your damaged home and belongings
  • Information about insurance coverage
  • Bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit of funds

The toll-free number 800-621-3362 (FEMA) is open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week.

About Orange County Government: Orange County Government strives to serve its residents and guests with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. Located in Central Florida, Orange County includes 13 municipalities and is home to world-famous theme parks, one of the nation’s largest convention centers and a thriving life science research park. Seven elected members make up the Board of County Commissioners, including the Mayor, who is elected countywide. For more information, please visit www.OCFL.net or go to Orange County Government’s social media channels.

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