🚨 Stay tuned to AlertOkaloosa.com for local conditions.
⛑️ You can find all of our post-storm safety tips, here.
❤️ For resources and assistance after the storm has passed click here.
🌀 Continuous Hurricane Sally Updates can be found HERE.
🌀 Click HERE for the latest on Tropical Storm Delta.
Have a special need now that the storm clouds have rolled out, high tides are drying out and the rivers are receding? We've gathered several resources together that you may find helpful. For all Hurricane Sally updates from before, during and after the storm, click HERE.
9.24.20 1.) Crisis Cleanup Click here or call
800.451.1954 If you need assistance with damage from Hurricane Sally. CrisisCleanup.org will help connect you with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups and faith communities who may be able to help cut fallen trees, Drywall, flooring & appliance removal, Tarping roofs and Mold Mitigation. All services are free, but service is not guaranteed due to the overwhelming need. This hotline will remain open through October 9, 2020.
2.) American Red Cross Click here to get immediate disaster response assistance from the Northwest Florida Chapter of the American Red Cross or call 800.733.2767. Non emergency inquiries can be made at 850.432.7601.
3.) Catholic Charities Northwest Florida Click here to learn more about disaster relief outreach (whether financial or non-monetary assistance) or call 850.244.2825 to contact the Fort Walton Beach office directly.
4.) FEMA Assistance While not yet declared a major disaster by the Federal Government, when available it will be at this website fema.gov/disaster/3546
5.) Panhandle Helpline, serving Okaloosa and Walton Counties. Click here for more information or Just call 2-1-1 or 850-892-HELP (4357) to speak with a trained Resource Specialist 24/7.
6.) 9.25.20 New From The American Red Cross**
This Client Journey letter outlines how exactly to obtain immediate assistance if your home has sustained major damage from Hurricane Sally. Additionally, if you're wondering just how widespread the damage was, check out visit this link to view the interactive Hurricane Sally Disaster Map
7.) 9.28.20 New From SBA
Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering disaster assistance to small businesses and most nonprofits in our area, who were affected by Hurricane Sally.
After the Presidential disaster declaration for several counties in Alabama, adjacent counties in Florida also became eligible for assistance, including Escambia, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa. The SBA is strongly committed to getting businesses and communities up and running again and so a Virtual Disaster Loan Outreach Center/Business Recovery Center has been established. Find out more HERE.
Register and start an application for Disaster Loan Assistance online HERE.
Additional Resources, including the SBA News Release, Fact Sheet and Flyer are linked below:
8.) 10.2.20 - *NEW updated 10.5.20* FEMA has approved the State of Florida’s request for Individual Assistance in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton and Bay Counties in the aftermath of Hurricane Sally.
With this announcement, families impacted by Hurricane Sally now have access to critical FEMA programs, including housing assistance, crisis counseling, disaster unemployment assistance, Small Business Administration (SBA) assistance, disaster legal services and case management. TO APPLY:
A. click HERE. to apply online*
B. Call the FEMA Helpline, 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET, 7 days a week: 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362) TTY 1-800-462-7585
C. Visit the newly-opened mobile registration intake center in Okaloosa County for assistance at Northwest Florida Fairgroundsm1958 Lewis Turner Blvd Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 - Hours: Daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
* FEMA APPLICTION TIPS - Before you start your FEMA application, please have the information below and a pen and paper ready.
Social Security Number - You, another adult member or minor child in your household must have a Social Security number. You or they must also be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien. If you don't have a Social Security number, read the article How do I apply for a new or replacement Social Security number card. You will get instructions on what to do and what documents you will need. Once you have your number, you may come back to DisasterAssistance.gov or call FEMA at one of the phone numbers above to apply.
Insurance Information - Describe the type(s) of insurance coverage you have. This could include coverage under policies like homeowners, flood, automobile, or mobile home insurance.
Damage Information - Describe the damage caused by the disaster. Include the type of disaster (like flood, hurricane, or earthquake) and the type of dwelling or vehicle (like a condo, mobile home or house, or a car or truck).
Financial Information - Provide your total annual household income, before taxes, at the time of the disaster.
Contact Information - Provide the address and phone number of the property where the damage occurred and the address and phone number of where we can reach you now.
Direct Deposit Information (optional) - If approved, we can deposit your funds directly into your bank account. You just need to provide the following banking information: Bank name | Type of account (like checking or savings) | Routing number | Account number
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