Storm Aid Application Deadline for Queens and Brooklyn

October 23, 2007

Storm Aid Application Deadline for Queens and Brooklyn Homeowners Extended

NEW YORK, NY – The deadline for Queens and Brooklyn homeowners, renters and business owners to register for federal-state disaster assistance has been extended to November 16, state and federal recovery officials said today.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the New York State Emergency Management Office (SEMO) extended the deadline because of concern for people who suffered damages from the August 8 storm, but who still have not applied for assistance.

“If you know a neighbor, family member, or friend who suffered losses from the August 8 storm, tell them that the deadline has been extended and urge them to apply,” said Federal Coordinating Officer Marianne C. Jackson of FEMA.

Disaster assistance can include home repair grants; disaster rental assistance; U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loans for individuals and business owners; and grants for serious disaster-related needs and expenses.

“Take advantage of the extra time,” said State Coordinating Officer John R. Gibb, Director of the New York State Emergency Management. “If you have suffered losses from the storm, register, get into the FEMA system and see what kind of assistance is available to you.”

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