Disaster Legal Hotline is open to assist and refer callers. The number is 833-514-2940
- Samaritan's Purse hotline: 1-833-747-1234
- Free Assistance for homeowners affected by the disaster.
- Volunteers may be able to assist with removal of personal property and furniture, flood cleanup, sanitizing with shockwave treatment, chainsaw work & Debris Clean-up, temporary roof tarping.
- 2-1-1 is open and ready to receive calls
- Individuals can call for up-to-the-minute information including school closures and sandbag distributions.
- Local Social Services Referral.
- Red Cross Hotline is open to assist survivors: 1-800-Red Cross
- Florida Baptists Disaster Relief Public Assistance: 904-253-0502 or text Helene to 27123
- Free Assistance for homeowners affected by the disaster.
- Volunteers may be able to assist with Storm Debris Cleanup, Temporary Roof Tarping, Chainsaw work and Muck outs
- Crisis Cleanup number: 844-965-1386
Activate Hope Disaster Assistance Form
Serving as the emergency response arm for the Hope Florida initiative, Activate Hope pulls together the private sector, nonprofits, and government resources to help Floridians get back on their feet following a natural disaster. Activate Hope helps connect Floridians with outside resources to provide food, household goods, home repairs, and more.
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Need Assistance?
- Call the Florida State Assistance Information Line for additional resources and updated information: 1-800-342-3557
- In case of an emergency, please hang up and dial 911
- There are English, Spanish and Creole speakers available to answer questions.
- Floridians in need of assistance with federal resources following the impacts of Hurricane Helene can contact Senator Scott’s office at: www.rickscott.senate.gov/contact/casework
- If you are suspicious of fraud, please report it immediately at: FraudFreeFlorida.com
- Attorney General's Price Gouging Hotline: 1-866-966-7226 or visit MyFloridaLegal.com
- Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services: 1-800-435-7352
- Report Insurance Fraud: https://first.fldfs.com/
After a Storm
- If you were advised to evacuate, do not return home until local emergency managers say it is safe to do so.
- Be mindful of debris and down power lines.
- Do not drive or walk around outside if you do not have to.
- Use extreme caution when operating heavy machinery, generators, or while removing debris. Never use generators indoors and keep them away from windows, doors and vents.
- Stay off roads so that emergency workers are able to get through.
- Do not drive or walk through flood waters. Be aware of downed power lines, standing water and other hidden hazards.
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Hurricane Preparedness Resources Websites
- FEMA: Visit FEMA for up-to-date information, support, services and to apply for disaster assistance following a storm.
- SBA: Visit SBA to learn about low-interest disaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from a major disaster.
- FloridaDisaster.org: Visit FloridaDisaster.org for resources and information on creating a personalized emergency plan for your family.
- National Hurricane Center: Visit NHC for the latest updates on tropical weather threats.
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Helpful Accounts on Twitter
- @FLSERT
- @NHC_Atlantic
- @MyFDOT
- @GasBuddy
- Local Sheriff's Office
- Local Emergency Operations Centers
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See the latest from the Florida Division of Emergency Management at floridadisaster.org or @FLSERT on Twitter.
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