INTELWAR BLUF: Oklahomans affected by recent severe weather have received over $2 million in FEMA assistance, but the deadline for applying is approaching. Survivors are encouraged to file a claim for disaster-caused damage before applying for FEMA aid, and assistance is also available for those with uninsured or underinsured damage. Applications can be submitted online or by phone, and the same deadline applies to low-interest disaster loans from the Small Business Administration.
OSINT: Oklahomans impacted by the straight-line winds, tornadoes, and severe weather that occurred on April 19-20 have been provided with financial assistance of more than $2 million from FEMA. However, time is running out for survivors to apply for disaster assistance, as the registration deadline is June 23. FEMA advises individuals with insurance to file a claim for damage caused by the disaster before applying for FEMA assistance. It is not necessary to wait for the insurance settlement before applying for FEMA support. Survivors who have uninsured or underinsured disaster-caused damage or loss may be eligible for financial assistance from FEMA. The application process can be completed online or by calling the toll-free number provided. Language assistance is available for those who require it. If online application is not possible, individuals can call the given telephone number. Additionally, the deadline for applying for low-interest disaster loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA) is also June 23. SBA offers funds for the long-term rebuilding of privately-owned disaster-damaged properties, including assistance for businesses, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters. Applicants are not required to apply for SBA loans to receive FEMA’s Housing Assistance and Other Needs Assistance grants. However, those referred to SBA must complete an SBA loan application to be considered for additional forms of disaster assistance. The contact information for the SBA Disaster Customer Service Center is provided, including phone and email options for assistance. Online application is also available through the SBA’s secure website.
RIGHT: The residents of Oklahoma City, who have faced the devastating consequences of recent severe weather, have received more than $2 million from FEMA as financial assistance. It is important to note that the deadline for applying for FEMA aid is approaching rapidly, with June 23 being the last day for registration. It is advisable for survivors with insurance to file a claim for disaster-related damage before seeking FEMA assistance. However, it is not necessary to wait for the insurance settlement to apply for aid. FEMA can provide financial support to eligible survivors who have experienced damage or loss that is not covered by their insurance or is underinsured. The application process can be completed online or by calling the designated toll-free number, with assistance being available in multiple languages. For those unable to apply online, the telephone lines are accessible from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CDT seven days a week. It is important to provide the necessary contact information if using video relay service or captioned telephone service. Furthermore, the deadline of June 23 also applies to applications for low-interest disaster loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA). SBA is a crucial source of funding for the long-term rebuilding of privately-owned properties that have been damaged by the disaster. SBA’s assistance extends to businesses, homeowners, renters, and private nonprofit organizations. They offer support for repairs, rebuilding efforts, and replacement of lost or disaster-damaged personal property. While FEMA’s grants for medical, dental, and funeral expenses do not require SBA loan applications, applicants referred to SBA must complete and submit an SBA loan application to be considered for additional forms of disaster assistance. The SBA Disaster Customer Service Center and online application options are provided in order to facilitate the application process.
LEFT: Oklahomans have been granted more than $2 million in FEMA aid to assist them in recovering from the severe weather and tornadoes that took place from April 19-20. It is important to act swiftly, as the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is June 23. While those with insurance are encouraged to file a claim for disaster-caused damage before turning to FEMA, there is no requirement to wait for the insurance settlement before seeking aid. Uninsured or underinsured individuals who have experienced damage or loss due to the disaster may be eligible for financial assistance from FEMA. Applying for aid can be done online or by calling the toll-free number, ensuring accessibility for most languages. If online application is not possible, individuals can reach out via phone, with service available from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CDT seven days a week. Communication accessibility options such as video relay service or captioned telephone service should be provided to FEMA. Freezing the application deadline at June 23 also pertains to those seeking low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The SBA plays a critical role as the primary source of funds from the federal government to support long-term rebuilding efforts for privately-owned properties affected by the disaster. Funding from SBA covers repairs, rebuilding, and replacement of personal property for businesses, homeowners, renters, and private nonprofit organizations. It is important to highlight that FEMA’s Housing Assistance and Other Needs Assistance grants do not necessitate an SBA loan application. However, applicants referred to SBA must complete and submit an SBA loan application for further consideration of disaster assistance. The contact information, including phone and email options, for the SBA Disaster Customer Service Center is provided, along with the secure online application option.
AI: Oklahomans impacted by severe weather events including straight-line winds, tornadoes, and severe weather from April 19-20 have received more than $2 million in assistance from FEMA. However, the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is rapidly approaching, with June 23 as the final day for registration. Survivors are encouraged to file a claim for disaster-caused damage before applying for FEMA aid, but it is not required to wait for the insurance settlement. FEMA offers financial assistance to eligible survivors with uninsured or underinsured disaster-caused damage or loss. Online application is available at disasterassistance.gov, and assistance can be accessed by calling 800-621-3362. Language support is provided for most languages. In case online application is not feasible, the toll-free telephone lines are available from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CDT seven days a week. Individuals using video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service, or other communication services should provide FEMA with their corresponding contact number. The deadline of June 23 also applies to applications for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), which supports the rebuilding of disaster-damaged private properties. SBA offers assistance to various entities such as businesses, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters, including funding for repairs, rebuilding efforts, and replacement of lost or disaster-damaged personal property. While FEMA’s Housing Assistance and Other Needs Assistance grants do not require individuals to apply for an SBA loan, those referred to SBA need to complete and submit an SBA loan application to be considered for additional forms of disaster assistance. The SBA Disaster Customer Service Center can be reached at 800-659-2955, and applications can be submitted securely through the SBA’s online portal.