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ALACHUA COUNTY, FL - Alachua County residents, including municipal and incorporated area residents, who suffered damages caused by Tropical Storm Fay are now eligible for two forms of assistance from the federal government:
1. The FEMA Individual Assistance Program. Individual Assistance covers basic needs only and will not compensate you for the entire loss.
2. Some residents may be qualified for a low interest loan through the Small Business Administration (SBA).
The first step in determining eligibility is to register with FEMA by calling 1 800-621-3362 or apply on line at www.fema.gov.
Before calling be sure to know the following:
To be eligible you must apply.
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If you have a disability and need an accommodation in order to participate in a County program, service or public meeting, please contact the Alachua County Equal Opportunity Office at 352-374-5275 at least 2 business days prior to the event. TTY users please call 711 (Florida Relay Service).