FEMA

Deadline to Apply for Disaster Assistance a Week Away

From the West Alabama Newsroom– The deadline for January 12th storm victims to apply for federal disaster assistance — is only a week away. FEMA officials say the deadline for people impacted by the storm to apply for federal assistance — is March 16th. They say both Disaster Recovery Centers in Selma — will shut down on the deadline. So…

Congresswoman Provides Disaster Recovery Update

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Congresswoman Terri Sewell held a disaster recovery relief update — Tuesday at Selma City Hall. Sewell is working with FEMA — along with state and local officials — to coordinate an effective disaster response. An EF-2 tornado devastated her hometown city of Selma on January 12th. “I have made it my mission to ensure that…

FEMA Disaster Assistance Also Available for Renters

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Misinformation is causing some tornado victims not to apply — for the disaster recovery assistance that they need. FEMA officials want to dispel the misconception that the organization only provides assistance to homeowners. “It is not only homeowners. Renters can come here to apply, ” said FEMA spokesman Issa Mansaray. “If you are impacted by…

FEMA & SBA Open Disaster Recovery Centers in Selma

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Two disaster recovery centers have opened up in Selma to try and help January 12th tornado victims — get back on their feet. The Small Business Administration — Business Recovery Center is located at Gospel Tabernacle Church on 2300 Summerfield Road. The SBA provides low-interest loans — to assist any business — non-profit — homeowner…