Disaster recovery center opens in Volusia County

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VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — Volusia County residents impacted by Hurricane Ian will be able to get some help at a new FEMA disaster recovery center beginning Oct. 12.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster recovery center, located at 1845 Holsonback Drive in Daytona Beach, will serve as a resource hub for individuals and businesses recovering from Hurricane Ian’s impacts.

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Volusia County community services director Dona Butler said having several agencies in a single location will help residents get the assistance they need.

“Having one centralized location with so many resources is a big step forward in the recovery process,” Butler said.

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Services provided at the center include:

  • Guidance for recovery assistance in the community
  • Clarification on FEMA letters
  • Status of FEMA applications and how to appeal a denied application
  • Housing and utility assistance information
  • Small Business Administration program information

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Appointments are not required and residents will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis.

The DRC in Volusia County is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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