FEMA Assistance Information
The State of South Carolina received a major federal disaster declaration for three counties in the Second Congressional District: Richland, Lexington, and Orangeburg. Other counties may be added at a later date.
This declaration means that families can receive individual assistance for:
- Temporary Housing Assistance
- Repair Assistance
- Replacement Assistance
- Permanent or Semi-Permanent Construction
What Now?
Register your damage as soon as possible with FEMA:
- Visit: www.m.fema.gov
- Call: 1-800-621-3362
Contact your insurance company. Document the damage to your home, vehicle, and property with photos and videos. Help your neighbors get registered.
What happens next?
FEMA will contact you and will send a representative to your home to inspect the damage. The approval process will take approximately 7 to 10 days.
What about schools, hospitals, and roads?
Repairs to public buildings and critical infrastructure are covered under Public Assistance funding and will be requested by state and local governments.
What about my business?
Contact the Small Business Administration at 1-800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for disaster recovery information.