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https://www.disasterassistance.gov/ FEMA Phone: 1-800-621-3362
If your claim has been denied: Unites States Department of Agriculture (USDA) The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has provided available resources on how to prepare, recover and build long-term resilience during disasters. To learn more about the USDA's response to Hurricane Milton, click HERE. Types of assistance:
Additional Assistance
-Hillsborough: https://hcfl.gov/residents/public-safety/emergency-management |
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Important Contacts and Emergency Lines
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Register for State Assistance at Activate Hope:
www.hopeflorida.com
Register for Federal Disaster Assistance:
www.disasterassistance.gov
or call 1-800-621-3362.
Residents that may need help with debris cleanup can call Crisis Cleanup: 844-965-1386. Volunteers may be able to assist with: fallen trees, drywall, flooring & appliance removal, tarping roofs and mold mitigation.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management has announced the opening of Operation Blue Roof. Eligible Polk County residents can apply for this no-cost service through November 5, 2024 by visiting blueroof.gov, calling 888-ROOF-BLU (888-766-3258), or visiting a Right of Entry (ROE) collection.
The Florida Department of Financial Services, Division of Consumer Services is hosting an insurance village at the RP Funding Center that is open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The village will serve as an opportunity for policyholders to meet with their insurance carriers in person and work together to file insurance claims. Policyholders should bring as much documentation as they can, including:
- A driver’s license or other form of identification (Passport/State issued ID)
- Insurance cards and insurance policy information/documentation
- Pictures or documentation of the property
- Repair estimates
- Any additional insurance-related information that is readily accessible
NOTE: Due to space limitations, the insurance village will exclusively focus on insurance related issues. Staff from other agencies will not be present to assist with other post-storm benefits. For more information visit www.FloridaDisaster.org.
A debris hotline has been established. Staff will be able to let the caller know where debris haulers are currently working and explain the debris removal process. The hotline is live: 863-834-TREE (8733).
Customers with damaged electrical equipment like a weather head or those in the heavily flooded areas may not get power until the floodwaters recede or damaged equipment undergoes assessment and repair by a qualified electrician. Please call Customer Service at 863-834-9535 to report electric emergencies and downed lines.
United Way: 211
For individuals, call for up-to-the-minute information, including school closures and sandbag distributions. Local Social Services Referal.
Red Cross: 1-800-Red-Cross
