FEMA offers Transitional Sheltering Assistance for residents impacted by Hurricanes Milton, Helene

CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) — Eligible homeowners and renters can now receive Transitional Sheltering Assistance when applying for FEMA individual assistance.

Transitional Sheltering Assistance provides displaced residents who are living in shelters, vehicles, or at their jobs a place to stay for up to 90 days.

What residents need to apply:

• A current phone number where you can be contacted
• Your address at the time of the disaster and the address of where you are staying now
• Your social security number
• A general list of damage and losses
• Banking information if you choose direct deposit
• If insured, the policy number or the agent/company name

Eligible applicants will be notified after applying, according to Pinellas County Communications.

FEMA can also help displaced residents with immediate serious needs and rental assistance.

Residents can apply online , using the FEMA app, or at (800)-621-3362.

Pinellas County Communications said if residents have homeowners, renters, or flood insurance, file a claim as soon as possible. FEMA can’t duplicate benefits for losses that are covered by insurance.

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