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SANTA FE, New Mexico – If you live in Lincoln County and were affected by the severe storms, flooding and landslides that began June 23, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance.

If you have already applied with FEMA, a home inspection may be necessary to verify the damage. Information gathered during the inspection is one of several criteria used by FEMA to determine if applicants are approved for federal assistance. Within 10 days after you apply, a FEMA inspector may contact you to schedule an appointment. The call or text will probably come from an out-of-state phone number. 

Home Inspections: What to Expect

To be prepared for the visit, please have the following available: 

Photo identificationProof that you owned or occupied the house at the time of the disasterReceipts for home repairs or replacement of damaged itemsPictures of any damage that may now be repairedA copy of your insurance policy and settlement or denial letter if you’ve received one

The housing inspector will consider the structural soundness of the home, both inside and outside, and whether it is safe to live in and can be entered and exited safely. The inspection includes confirming that the electrical, gas, heat, plumbing and sewer/septic systems are all in working order.

All FEMA representatives carry photo identification. Inspectors will never ask for or accept money.

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It is important for Tennesseans who applied for FEMA assistance to answer calls from unknown numbers. FEMA is calling applicants to ensure they receive all the assistance they are eligible for, which could include housing options, additional funds, or referrals to agencies and organizations who may be able to provide help that FEMA cannot.

This is why you should stay in touch with FEMA and update your contact information if it changes. FEMA needs to be able to reach you. The fastest way to update your information and stay in contact with FEMA is through your DisasterAssistance.gov account. If you do not have internet access or need services not available on FEMA’s website, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance

Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA App for mobile devices or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. In-person help is available at any Disaster Recovery Center for submitting applications, getting updates and asking questions. Find a center here: DRC Locator (fema.gov).

Video: What to Expect Before Applying for FEMA Assistance | ASL | Spanish

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Disaster Recovery Centers

Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; Closed Sunday

Hardeman County: Safehaven Storm Shelter, 530 Madison Ave W., Grand Junction, TN 38039Obion County: Obion County Library, 1221 E. Reelfoot Ave., Union City, TN 38261

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Grant Funding Aligned to Revised National Priority Areas, Including Border Security and Election Security 

WASHINGTON — Today, FEMA published Notices of Funding Opportunity for 15 grant programs, making nearly $1 billion available to communities across the country. These federal funds will enable states to manage their preparation for disasters like fires, floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, hurricanes, as well as incidents like terrorist attacks or massive cyber disruptions. These funding opportunities join several others recently published by FEMA. Since Friday, July 25, FEMA has published Notices of Funding Opportunity amounting to more than $2.2 billion available to state, local, tribal and territorial governments to help them protect American citizens. 

“FEMA is shifting from bloated, DC-centric dead weight to a lean, deployable disaster force that empowers states to provide relief for their citizens,” said Senior Official Performing the Duties of the FEMA Administrator David Richardson. “Through these funding opportunities, we are enabling all of our partners especially state, local, tribal and territorial governments to plan for and manage their own disaster response and recovery. The more we build resilience directly in our communities, the more prepared our nation will be when disasters strike.” 

This announcement comes after a critical evaluation of all grant programs and recipients to root out waste, fraud and abuse and deliver accountability for the American taxpayer. Unlike the previous administration, recipients of grants will no

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