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Days Remain to Apply for Derecho Assistance

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Senators Jay Rockefeller (D-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), along with Congressman Nick Rahall (D-W.Va.) reminded West Virginians on Wednesday, Nov. 14 that the deadline for applying for Individual Assistance in connection to this summer's "derecho" is fast approaching.

West Virginians are currently eligible for housing assistance from FEMA to repair heavily damaged or destroyed homes, as well as other expenses related to cleaning and the loss and replacement of personal property from the June "derecho."

The deadline for applying for assistance is this Monday, Nov. 19.

"It's important that West Virginians who need help recovering from the derecho don't let this deadline pass them by," Sen. Rockefeller said. "West Virginians have a great opportunity to put this difficult time behind them and move forward with their lives. I'm urging everyone who had storm damage to contact FEMA without delay."

"It is also encouraging that FEMA is offering individual assistance to help make the recovery process a little easier," said Sen. Manchin.  "I urge all West Virginians who believe they are eligible to apply as soon as possible before the deadline."

Rahall added, ""The clock is ticking for families and businesses to apply for recovery assistance. Time and family budgets are tight, but investing some time upfront can bring families and businesses significant savings as they recover."

Those wishing to apply should visit the websitewww.DisasterAssistance.gov, or call 1-800-621-3362 or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired.

The toll-free telephone numbers are staffed from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Those registering for assistance will be asked basic questions, along with information about their insurance coverage.

Rockefeller, Manchin and Rahall are also asking West Virginians who have property damage from Hurricane Sandy to register with their local emergency management office because it will help strengthen the state's case for a Major Disaster Declaration.