Press Releases


Presidential Disaster Declaration and Disaster Assistance
President Joe Biden has declared a major disaster area in 12 counties due to storms, winds and tornadoes on March 31-April 1, 2023. Federal funding is being made available to the affected individuals in those counties. Visit DisasterAssistance.gov to apply for help. The deadline to apply is June 14, 2023. For more information:
Press Releases and Fact Sheets
- Disaster Recovery Centers Closed Memorial Day Weekend
- Deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)
- Submit an SBA Disaster Loan Application Soon
- Disaster Legal Services Available
- One Month Left to Register for Disaster Assistance
- FEMA Offers Rental Assistance
- Daily Fact Sheet: May 5
- $1.2 Million Approved for Indiana Residents in First Month After Storms
- U.S. SBA Disaster Loans: English | Spanish
- Disaster Recovery Centers Open: Johnson | Morgan | Sullivan
- How to Appeal a FEMA Ineligibility Letter
- What to Expect After Applying
- Daily Fact Sheet: April 24
- Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available
- Be Alert for Post-Disaster Fraud
- U.S. SBA Disaster Assistance: English | Spanish
- U.S. SBA Loans Fact Sheet: English | Spanish
- FEMA in the Field: Disaster Teams Help Indiana Survivors
- How to Apply for Disaster Assistance: English | Spanish
- Tornado Map and Statistics
- Video: FEMA/IDHS Press Conference (4/17/23)
Other Resources
Latest Press Releases
- Funeral Services for Fallen Firefighter Kyle Osgood - May 26, 2023
Funeral Services for Kyle Osgood, 29
Farmland Volunteer Fire Department
Viewing
4-8 p.m.
Tuesday, May 30
Monroe Central High SchoolFuneral Services
11 a.m.
Wednesday, May 31
Monroe Central High School###
Media Contact:
IDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Centers Closed Memorial Day Weekend - May 26, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—All Disaster Recovery Centers in Indiana will be closed Memorial Day weekend, May 27 – 29. They will reopen Tuesday, May 30, with their normal hours.
Disaster Recovery Centers are open in Sullivan, Johnson and Morgan counties to help survivors of the March 31 – April 1 storms continue their recovery. If you live or own a business in any of the 12 designated counties, you can visit a center to meet with specialists from FEMA, the state of Indiana and the U.S. Small Business Administration. They can help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to local resources.
The centers are located here:
Sullivan County Johnson County Morgan County 110 North Main St.
Sullivan, IN 47882999 North Front St.
Whiteland, IN 461841749 Hospital Dr.
Martinsville, IN 46151Normal hours: Monday -- Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Closed Sundays
No appointment is needed and survivors in any county can visit any open center.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14. To apply, visit a Disaster Recovery Center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Indiana Firefighter Dies While Responding to Fire Run in Randolph County - May 25, 2023
Farmland Volunteer Firefighter Dies Responding to Call Early Thursday in Randolph County
Second Firefighter in Critical Condition Following Accident
The Indiana fire community mourns the loss of a Farmland Volunteer firefighter who died early Thursday from a tanker truck accident while en route to a barn fire in rural Randolph County.
Kyle T. Osgood, assistant chief of the Farmland Volunteer Fire Department, was pronounced dead at the scene at about 6:30 a.m. Thursday following the single-vehicle accident near Randolph County Road 1000 West and County Road 400 North. Osgood was driving the tanker truck northbound on 1000 West when the vehicle approached an S-curve and rolled over. The vehicle came to rest on top of Osgood, 29, and fellow firefighter Zachary Lee, 19. No other firefighters were aboard the truck.
Lee suffered serious injuries to his lower extremities and was flown to Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne in critical condition. He was in surgery midday Thursday and no updates were available.
Rescue crews reported Osgood and Lee were responding to a report of a barn fire just north of the accident location.
Osgood and his family have a rich tradition in the Farmland Volunteer Fire Department, with his grandfather previously serving as fire chief. A fellow firefighter said Osgood had been coming to the fire station since he was a child and rose through the ranks as he stayed committed to protecting his community.
Indiana State Fire Marshal Steve Jones responded to the scene early Thursday to assist the firefighters and families. Farmland is about 15 miles east of Muncie.
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Media Contact:
IDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) - May 22, 2023
Partner Press Release
Indiana residents who were unable to work as a direct result of the March 31-April 1 tornado outbreak have until Monday May 22, 2023, to apply for Disaster Unemployment Insurance (DUA).
Eligible individuals in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can file a claim with the Indiana Department of Workforce Development to request benefits. FEMA funds DUA, but the Indiana Department of Workforce Development administers the program.
It is critical for impacted Hoosiers to file before the deadline. If approved and eligible, impacted residents could receive up to 28 weeks of DUA assistance (if weekly criteria are met).
To be eligible for DUA benefits, individuals must meet the following criteria:
- Became unemployed, including self-employed individuals, as a direct result of the presidentially declared disaster (March 31 – April 1, 2023, severe storms, tornadoes and straight-line winds);
- Be a U.S. national or a qualified alien;
- Not qualify for regular unemployment insurance benefits from any state;
- Have worked or were self-employed in, or were scheduled to begin work or self-employment in, one of the counties listed above; and
- Establish that the work or self-employment they can no longer perform was their primary source of income.
Learn more about the DUA eligibility criteria at in.gov/dwd/indiana-unemployment/individuals/dua/.
Applications for DUA must be filed by May 22, 2023. Individuals must first file a regular claim for Unemployment Insurance benefits by visiting the Uplink Claimant Self-Service System at uplink.in.gov/CSS/CSSLogin.htm. If applicants are denied regular Unemployment Insurance benefits, they can then apply for DUA.
Hoosiers who think they may be eligible for DUA benefits may apply by completing the forms found on the DUA website: in.gov/dwd/indiana-unemployment/individuals/dua/. After completing the forms, click the “fill out this form” link on the DUA website to apply and upload the completed forms.
For applicants who do not have access to a computer or mobile device, Unemployment Insurance access kiosks are available at WorkOne offices in the 12 designated counties.
Find your local WorkOne at in.gov/dwd/files/WO_CareerCenters_Map.pdf.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Clinton County - May 21, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit Clinton County from May 22-24 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to local resources.
The center will be located at:
Clinton Emergency Management Building
1859 S Jackson St.
Frankfort, IN 46041Center hours on May 22 -- 23 will be 8 a.m. -- 6 p.m. and hours for May 24 will be 8 a.m. -- 5 p.m.
Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties can visit any open recovery center for help. Additional centers are open in Johnson, Morgan and Sullivan counties – to find one near you, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - IDHS Honors EMS Professionals During National EMS Week - May 21, 2023
2023 Theme: Where Emergency Care Begins
When Hoosiers dial 911 for an emergency, no matter the weather or time of day, they have confidence that trained and dedicated EMS personnel will come to their rescue. During EMS Week, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) honors these certified EMS professionals as they start their shifts to provide emergency care statewide.
"EMS personnel are some of the first responders on the scene but they may not get the appreciation they've earned when they transition patients into a hospital setting," said IDHS Executive Director Joel Thacker. "These heroes deserve the recognition they receive this week."
Gov. Eric J. Holcomb proclaimed May 21–27, 2023, as EMS Week (download proclamation). This is part of the national EMS Week campaign, now in its 49th year, led by NAEMT and ACEP.
IDHS invites you to learn more about the EMS community in Indiana, whether it is the growing area of mobile integrated health, EMS incident data or stories of the EMS personnel in the field. IDHS will feature EMS stories throughout the week on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on the IDHS website.
Learn more about EMS Week on EMSweek.org.
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Media Contact:
IDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - It's Important to Submit an SBA Disaster Loan Application Soon - May 20, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—Survivors of Indiana’s March 31 -- April 1 severe storms and tornadoes who apply for disaster assistance from FEMA may be referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) with information on how to apply for a low-interest, long-term disaster loan.
Homeowners, renters, business owners and private nonprofits may be eligible. It’s important to submit the loan application as soon as possible. If the application is approved, you are not obligated to accept an SBA loan but failure to return the application may disqualify you from other possible financial assistance from FEMA and the state of Indiana.
SBA disaster loans cover losses not fully compensated by insurance or other resources. You should not wait for an insurance settlement before submitting an SBA loan application. You may discover you were underinsured for the deductible, labor and materials required to repair or replace a residence or business.
SBA disaster loans are the largest source of federal disaster recovery funds for survivors. Despite the “Small Business” name for the agency, about 80 percent of loans approved by the SBA go to homeowners and renters.
There is no cost to apply for an SBA disaster loan. Deadline for homeowners and renters to apply for federal assistance from FEMA and the SBA is June 14, 2023. If you are a business applying to the SBA for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), the deadline is January 15, 2024.
You may apply for SBA assistance four ways:
- Visit the nearest Disaster Recovery Center in Indiana, where specialists will help you apply for assistance through FEMA or the SBA and answer questions and provide referrals to local resources. To find a nearby Disaster Recovery Center, visit fema.gov/drc
- Visit either of the SBA Business Recovery Centers, open in Whiteland (Johnson County) Monday -- Friday 9 a.m. -- 5 p.m. and in Sullivan (Sullivan County) Monday -- Friday 9 a.m. -- 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. -- 2 p.m.
- Apply at the SBA secure website, https://DisasterLoanAssistance.sba.gov/ela/s/
- Call SBA’s Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 or email DisasterCustomerService@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance.
Homeowners may be eligible for a disaster loan up to $200,000 for primary residence structural repairs or rebuilding. The SBA may also be able to help homeowners and renters with up to $40,000 to replace important personal property, including automobiles damaged or destroyed in the disaster.
The SBA makes Physical Disaster Loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) of up to $2 million to qualified businesses and private nonprofit organizations. These loan proceeds may be used for the repair or replacement of real property, machinery, equipment, fixtures, inventory or leasehold improvements. SBA business disaster loans are available to companies and nonprofits in all the declared counties and contiguous counties.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a DRC, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Legal Services Available - May 19, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—Hoosiers in disaster-designated counties affected by recent severe storms and tornadoes may now have access to free legal advice through Disaster Legal Services (DLS), which provides free help with disaster-related legal issues for low-income disaster survivors.
- Residents can call the DLS hotline at 1-844-243-8570.
- Some of the issues the service can help with include:
- Insurance claims for medical bills, loss of property and loss of life
- New wills, powers of attorney and other legal papers lost during the disaster
- Home repair contracts and contractors
- Landlord/Tenant issues
- Proof of home ownership
- FEMA ineligibility appeals
The hotline is staffed by Indiana Legal Services – an affiliate of the Young Lawyers Division of the American Bar Association – and law firms in Indiana. They are working together to offer free legal services to survivors in the aftermath of natural disasters.
DLS attorneys are not FEMA employees, and the services they provide are confidential. They do not share information with FEMA.
To learn more, call the DLS hotline at 1-844-243-8570. The hotline is open Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give DLS your number for that service.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - One Month Left to Register for Disaster Assistance - May 19, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—Indiana residents affected by the March 31 – April 1 storms and tornados have one month left to register for FEMA disaster assistance.
The deadline to register is June 14, 2023. If you had storm-related expenses and live or own a business in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan or White counties, you should register as soon as possible. Federal disaster assistance may provide grants from FEMA or low-interest loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to help pay for costs your insurance doesn’t cover.
To date, survivors who have registered have been approved for over $6.4 million in federal assistance.
To register, visit DisasterAssistance.gov, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 or download the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
Survivors can also visit a Disaster Recovery Center, where FEMA and SBA specialists are available to help with applications, answer questions and provide referrals to local resources. Locations and hours are listed below.
Disaster Recover Centers Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Closed Sundays Sullivan County
110 N. Main St.
Sullivan, IN 47882Johnson County
999 N. Front St.
Whiteland, IN 46184Morgan County
1749 Hospital Dr.
Martinsville, IN 46151Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers Hours: Monday-Tuesday, Thursday-Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Wednesday, Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Closed Sundays May 18-20 May 22-24 Monroe County
7973 W. Main St.
Stinesville, IN 47464Clinton County
1859 S. Jackson St.
Frankfort, IN 46041###
Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - FEMA Offers Rental Assistance for Displaced Indiana Residents - May 18, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—Renters in Indiana whose homes and property were damaged by severe storms and tornadoes may be eligible for federal assistance through FEMA’s Individual and Households Program. Grants provided through the program do not need to be repaid.
FEMA may be able to provide financial help for eligible renters, including students whose homes or personal property were damaged or destroyed by the March 31 - April 1 storms.
Grants provided by FEMA may include the following:
- Rental Assistance if you need to relocate because of storm damage.
- Lodging reimbursement if you had to stay in a hotel temporarily.
- Necessary personal property such as furniture, appliances, clothing, textbooks or school supplies.
- Replacement or repair of tools and other job-related equipment required by the self-employed.
- Primary vehicles that are necessary for school or work.
An American Sign Language video explaining FEMA’s renters’ assistance program can be viewed here.
The Individual Assistance registration deadline is June 14, 2023. Survivors in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties can register by visiting a Disaster Recovery Center. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
FEMA may also refer applicants to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), which provides low-interest disaster loans to uninsured or underinsured businesses, homeowners and renters. Submitting the SBA application also allows FEMA to consider you for additional grants.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Monroe County - May 17, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit Monroe County on May 18-20 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to local resources.
The center will be located at:
7973 W Main St.
Stinesville, IN 47464Center hours on May 18-19 will be 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Hours for May 20 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Owen County - May 15, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit Owen County on May 15-17 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
Spencer Owen Administration Building
205 East Hillside Ave.
Spencer, IN 47460Center hours on May 15-16 will be 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Hours for May 17 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Grant County - May 13, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Grant County from May 15-17 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
YMCA Grant County
123 Sutter Way
Marion, IN 46952Center hours on May 15-16 will be 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Hours for May 17 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Revisits White County - May 11, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit White County on May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
1017 O’Conner Blvd.
Monticello, IN 47960Center hours on May 11-12 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m. Hours for May 13 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Clinton County - May 11, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit Clinton County on May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
Clinton Emergency Management Building
1859 S Jackson St.
Frankfort, IN 46041Center hours on May 11-12 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m. Hours for May 13 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Howard County - May 11, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit Howard County on May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
220 North Main St.
Kokomo, IN 46901Center hours on May 11-12 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m. Hours for May 13 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Open in Monroe County - May 8, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Monroe County from May 8-10 and May 18-20 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
7973 W Main St. Stinesville, IN 47464
Center hours on May 8-9 and 18-19 will be 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Hours for May 10 and 20 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open or will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Open in Allen County - May 8, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Allen County from May 8-10 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
Saint Joseph Township Community Center
6033 Maple Crest Rd.
Ft . Wayne, IN 46835, Door 10Center hours on May 8-9 will be 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Hours for May 10 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open or will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - $1.2 Million Approved for Indiana Residents in First Month After Storms - May 4, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—One month after the March 31-April 1 storms and tornadoes, more than $1.2 million in FEMA assistance has been approved to help Indiana residents recover.
Since April 15:
- FEMA has approved more than $1.24 million in Individual Assistance grants for 125 households.
- The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved $1.74 million in disaster loans to individuals
and businesses.
Survivors in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties have until June 14, 2023 to apply for assistance.
The state of Indiana and FEMA have opened seven Disaster Recovery Centers, where survivors can ask questions, learn about available resources and get one-on-one help with their applications:
Fixed Sites
110 North Main St.
Sullivan, IN 47882999 North Front St.
Whiteland, IN 461841749 Hospital Dr.
Martinsville, IN 46151Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-7pm, Saturday 7am-2pm (closed Sundays)
Mobile Sites
Open May 4-6
410 S Adeway Rd.
Fowler, IN 47944Open May 4-6 and 15-17
205 East Hillside Ave.
Spencer, IN 47460123 Sutter Way
Marion, IN 46952Open May 8-10
791 E 83rd Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410Open May 11-13
1017 O’Conner Blvd.
Monticello, IN 47960220 North Main St.
Kokomo, IN 469101859 S. Jackson St.
Frankfort, IN 46041Hours: Monday-Tuesday, Thursday-Friday 8am-6pm, Wednesday and Saturday 8am-5pm (closed Sundays)
No appointment is needed to visit a Disaster Recovery Center, and survivors from all counties can visit any open center. More centers will be opening soon – to find the one nearest you, visit FEMA.gov/DRC.
To apply without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
FEMA assistance may include funds for uninsured or under-insured expenses caused by the storms, such as repair or replacement of personal property and vehicles, moving and storage, medical, dental, childcare and funeral expenses. FEMA may also refer you to the SBA, which provides low-interest disaster loans to uninsured or underinsured businesses, homeowners and renters. Submitting the SBA application also allows FEMA to consider you for additional grants.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Open in Benton County - May 3, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Benton County from May 4-6 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the State and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
Benton County Annex
410 S Adeway Rd.
Fowler, IN 47944Center hours on May 4-5 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m. Hours for May 6 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open or will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Open in Grant County - May 3, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Grant County from May 4-6 and May 15-17 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
YMCA Grant County
123 Sutter Way
Marion, IN 46952Center hours on May 4-5 and 15-16 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m. Hours for May 6 and 17 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open or will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Open in Owen County - May 3, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Owen County from May 4-6 and May 15-17 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
Spencer Owen Administration Building
205 East Hillside Ave.
Spencer, IN 47460Center hours on May 4-5 and 15-16 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m. Hours for May 6 and 17 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open or will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Don't Wait for Insurance Settlement to Apply for SBA Low Interest Loans - May 3, 2023
Partner Press Release
ATLANTA—The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is encouraging businesses and residents in Indiana affected by losses from severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes that occurred from March 31 through April 1 to submit their completed SBA disaster applications.
Disaster survivors should not wait to settle with their insurance company before applying for a disaster loan. If a survivor does not know how much of their loss will be covered by insurance or other sources, SBA can make a low interest disaster loan for the total loss up to its loan limits, provided the borrower agrees to use insurance proceeds to reduce or repay the loan.
“Waiting to file an SBA application could cause unnecessary delays in receiving disaster assistance, and survivors may miss the application deadline. Returning the loan application is an essential part of the disaster recovery process,” said Kem Fleming, director of SBA Field Operations Center East.
The disaster declaration covers Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan and White counties in Indiana, which are eligible for both Physical and Economic Injury Disaster Loans from the SBA. Small businesses and most private nonprofit organizations in the following adjacent counties are eligible to apply only for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs): Adams, Bartholomew, Blackford, Boone, Brown, Carroll, Cass, Clay, De Kalb, Delaware, Greene, Hamilton, Hendricks, Huntington, Jackson, Jasper, Knox, Lawrence, Madison, Marion, Miami, Montgomery, Newton, Noble, Porter, Pulaski, Putnam, Shelby, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Vigo, Wabash, Warren, Wells and Whitley in Indiana; and Clark, Cook, Crawford, Iroquois, Kankakee, Vermillion and Will in Illinois; Defiance, Paulding and Van Wert in Ohio.
SBA Customer Service Representatives at the Centers will assist business owners and residents in filling out a disaster loan application, accept documents for existing applications, and provide updates on an application’s status. The centers will operate as indicated below until further notice:
Business Recovery Center Business Recovery Center Johnson County Sullivan County Grace Assembly of God Church
6822 North US 31
Whiteland, IN 46184Sullivan City Hall
110 N. Main St.
Sullivan, IN 47882Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday, closedHours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday, closedDue to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the SBA has established protocols to help protect the health and safety of the public. All visitors to the BRCs are encouraged to wear a face mask.
Businesses and private nonprofit organizations of any size may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.
For small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private nonprofit organizations, the SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance is available regardless of whether the business suffered any physical property damage.
Disaster loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible for up to $40,000 to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed personal property.
Interest rates are as low as 4 percent for businesses, 2.375 percent for nonprofit organizations, and 2.375 percent for homeowners and renters, with terms up to 30 years. Loan amounts and terms are set by the SBA and are based on each applicant’s financial condition.
Building back smarter and stronger can be an effective recovery tool for future disasters. Applicants may be eligible for a loan amount increase of up to 20 percent of their physical damages, as verified by the SBA, for mitigation purposes. Eligible mitigation improvements may include a safe room or storm shelter, sump pump, elevation, retaining walls, and landscaping to help protect property and occupants from future damage caused by a similar disaster.
“The opportunity to include measures to help prevent future damage from occurring is a significant benefit of SBA’s disaster loan program,” said SBA Associate Administrator Francisco Sanchez, Jr. “I encourage everyone to consult their contractors and emergency management mitigation specialists for ideas and apply for an SBA disaster loan increase for funding.”
Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBA’s secure website at https://disasterloanassistance.sba.gov/ela/s/ and should apply under SBA declaration # 17881.
To be considered for all forms of disaster assistance, applicants should register online at DisasterAssistance.gov or download the FEMA mobile app. If online or mobile access is unavailable, applicants should call the FEMA toll-free helpline at 800-621-3362. Those who use 711-Relay or Video Relay Services should call 800-621-3362.
Disaster loan information and application forms can also be obtained by calling the SBA’s Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 (if you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services) or sending an email to DisasterCustomerService@sba.gov. Loan applications can also be downloaded from sba.gov/disaster. Completed applications should be mailed to: U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.
The filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage is June 14, 2023. The deadline to return economic injury applications is Jan. 15, 2024.
Additional Information
U.S. SBA Loans Fact Sheet: English | Spanish
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Media Contact:
U.S. Small Business Administration
Disaster Field Operations Center East
Michael Lampton
michael.lampton@sba.gov
404-331-0333IDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - How to Appeal a FEMA Ineligibility Letter - May 2, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—If you receive a letter from FEMA that states you are ineligible for assistance, you have the option to appeal. “Ineligible” does not mean denied – just that FEMA has not received everything needed to approve your application.
First, read your letter carefully to determine why your application was ruled ineligible. Some of the most common reasons are:
- Damage was covered by insurance: FEMA cannot duplicate payments, which means they can’t pay for damage covered by another source.
- Damage did not make home unsafe to live in: FEMA can only cover the cost of making your home habitable, not repairing or replacing non-essential items.
- Missing documents. Make sure your application includes copies of:
- Insurance documents: proof the property was covered by insurance, and that the coverage or settlement was not enough to complete essential repairs
- Proof of identity: passport, Social Security card and federal or state I.D., military I.D., or payroll stub that shows all or part of your Social Security number
- Proof of occupancy (homeowners and renters): lease, utility bills, driver’s license, etc. that shows the damaged home was your primary residence when the disaster occurred
- Proof of ownership (homeowners only): deed, mortgage statement, property tax bill, or other document that shows you own the home
- For a list of accepted occupancy and ownership documents, visit fema.gov/assistance/individual/after-applying/verifying-home-ownership-occupancy
To submit your appeal:
Within 60 days of the date on the ineligibility letter:
- Gather any information or documents requested in the ineligibility letter.
- Write a letter that explains the reasons for your appeal. Make sure to include:
- Applicant’s full name and signature
- Applicant’s pre-disaster address
- Applicant’s current address
- Applicant’s current phone number
- FEMA disaster number: for this disaster, “FEMA DR-4704-IN”
- Today’s date
- 9-digit application number on all documents
- Mail your letter, all supporting documents, and the cover page from FEMA’s ineligibility letter to:
- FEMA National Processing Service Center
P.O. Box 10055
Hyattsville, MD 20782-7055 - OR fax to 800-827-8112 (Attention: FEMA).
- OR visit DisasterAssistance.gov, click on “APPLY ONLINE,” and follow the directions in English or Spanish.
- FEMA National Processing Service Center
Once FEMA receives your appeal, they may contact you by phone or mail to ask for more information or schedule another inspection of your home. You will receive a decision letter within 90 days.
For help with any step of the appeal process, call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362, TDY 800-462-7585, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Open in Howard County - April 30, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Howard County from May 1-3 and May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
220 North Main St.
Kokomo, IN 46901Center hours on May 1-2 and 11-12 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m. Hours for May 3 and 13 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Open in White County - April 30, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in White County from May 1-3 and May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
1017 O’Conner Blvd.
Monticello, IN 47960Center hours on May 1-2 and 11-12 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m. Hours for May 3 and 13 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Open in Clinton County - April 30, 2023
Partner Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Clinton County from May 1-3 and May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
Clinton Emergency Management Building
1859 S. Jackson St.
Frankfort, IN 46041Center hours on May 1-2 and 11-12 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m. Hours for May 3 and 13 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Morgan and Johnson Counties - April 26, 2023
Partner Press Release
Update: Beginning Wednesday, May 17, the centers in Morgan and Johnson counties will change their operating hours. Both centers will now be open 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on Saturday. They remain closed on Sunday.
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA have opened two Disaster Recovery Centers in Morgan and Johnson counties to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are at the centers to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The centers will be located at:
Morgan County Fairgrounds
1749 Hospital Dr.
Martinsville, IN 46151And:
999 N Front St.
Whiteland, IN 46184Center hours are:
7 a.m.–7 p.m. Monday–Friday,
7 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday, and
Closed on Sundays.Additional recovery centers will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
317-234-6713 - Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Sullivan County - April 26, 2023
Partner Press Release
Update: Beginning Wednesday, May 17, the center in Sullivan County will change its operating hours. The center will now be open 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturdays. It will remain closed on Sundays.
INDIANAPOLIS—The state of Indiana and FEMA have opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Sullivan to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are at the center to answer questions, help with applications for FEMA assistance, and provide referrals to resources.
The center is located at:
Sullivan City Hall
110 N Main Street
Sullivan, IN 47882Center hours are 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Monday–Friday, and 7 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday.
The center is closed on Sundays.
Additional recovery centers will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023.
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Media Contact:
FEMA News Desk: 312-408-4455
fema-dr4704-newsdesk@fema.dhs.govIDHS Office of Public Affairs
pio@dhs.in.gov
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- 2020
- *Updated* State Fire Marshal investigates double fatal fire in Brookville - December 9, 2020
- Nationwide CyberStart competition returns to Indiana - November 9, 2020
- Prepare before the weather outside gets frightful! - November 5, 2020
- SBA disaster loans available in Elkhart, LaGrange counties due to late spring 2020 freeze - November 2, 2020
- SBA disaster loans available in 3 northern Indiana counties due to spring 2020 freeze - September 9, 2020
- Indiana allocates more than $19 million to school safety - September 8, 2020
- National Preparedness Month reminds Hoosier families to plan for unexpected disasters - August 31, 2020
- Investigators need help identifying arson suspects in Downtown fires - August 14, 2020
- U.S. SBA approves loans for Indiana counties - August 12, 2020
- Fire investigators seek information about New Pekin newspaper factory fire - July 28, 2020
- Footage of IDHS Inspecting Marion County Fair Rides - July 8, 2020
- Indiana School Safety Grant Now Accepting Applications - July 2, 2020
- IDHS assists in investigation leading to arrest of suspect in 3 Franklin fires - June 17, 2020
- Fire investigators seek information about Vincennes house fire - June 16, 2020
- Fireworks permits steady despite local cancellations - June 2, 2020
- Indiana 211 collecting Lake County flooding reports - May 29, 2020
- Gov. Holcomb announces $1 million in funding to distribute life-saving naloxone - May 18, 2020
- SBA loan deadline approaching for 2019 rain, flooding in Dearborn, Franklin and Union counties - April 2, 2020
- SBA loan deadline approaching for 2018–2019 rain, flooding in Allen and DeKalb counties - March 31, 2020
- Fire investigators seek information about downtown Sullivan fire - March 31, 2020
- FEMA announces free access to software, data to aid non-federal governmental entities in response to COVID-19 - March 30, 2020
- Deadline approaching for SBA working capital loans for March 2019 weather events - March 27, 2020
- Indiana joins the EMS Compact - March 17, 2020
- Gov. Holcomb announces more steps to slow the spread of COVID-19 - March 16, 2020
- Vanderburgh County man arrested in connection to November vacant house fire investigation - March 4, 2020
- Gov. Holcomb names Thacker as Fire Marshal - March 4, 2020
- IDHS celebrates first-ever EMA Appreciation Week - February 23, 2020
- Kinney named Indiana EMS Director at IDHS - February 18, 2020
- IDHS encourages Hoosiers to learn radiation facts vs. fiction during Radiation Awareness Week - February 16, 2020
- Two weeks remain to register for nationwide Girls Go CyberStart competition - February 1, 2020
- Gov. Holcomb names Cox as IDHS Executive Director - January 6, 2020
- 2019
- Nationwide Girls Go CyberStart competition returns to Indiana for third year - December 17, 2019
- SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans available in eight Indiana counties - November 27, 2019
- Hoosiers are encouraged to prepare for frigid temperatures during Winter Weather Preparedness Week - November 7, 2019
- IDHS encourages Hoosiers to practice Halloween safety - October 30, 2019
- Newly Appointed State Fire Marshal Stephen Cox Sworn-In - October 21, 2019
- School safety a top priority during America's Safe Schools Week - October 20, 2019
- 'Own IT. Secure IT. Protect IT.' during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month - October 3, 2019
- Gov. Holcomb names Cox as Indiana State Fire Marshal - October 1, 2019
- Join fellow Hoosiers to "shake out" earthquake preparedness - September 27, 2019
- Hoosiers encouraged to practice safety during dry conditions across the state - September 26, 2019
- Fire investigators seek information about Cambridge City vacant house fire - September 25, 2019
- Indiana Emergency Response Conference Announces 2019 Award Winners - September 24, 2019
- Fire investigators seek information about Vermillion County house fire - September 17, 2019
- Indiana allocates more than $19 million to school safety - September 3, 2019
- Operation Force Multiplier kicks off statewide tour in Lafayette - August 30, 2019
- IDHS encourages Hoosiers to get involved with National Preparedness Month 2019 - August 30, 2019
- Deadline Reminder for SBA Disaster Assistance for Indiana Residents Affected by Tornadoes, High Winds and Severe Storms - August 6, 2019
- Girls Go CyberStart winners announced, recognized by Lt. Governor - July 24, 2019
- Indiana School Safety Grant Now Accepting Applications - July 15, 2019
- Earthquakes Can Happen at Any Moment, Are You Prepared? - July 12, 2019
- SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Indiana Affected by Tornadoes, High Winds and Severe Storms - July 5, 2019
- State Fire Marshal, IDHS urging all Hoosiers to practice firework safety - July 3, 2019
- Man convicted in 2018 Rush County Arson Investigation - July 3, 2019
- SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Indiana Affected by May, 2019 Tornadoes, High Winds and Severe Storms - June 12, 2019
- Hoosier Businesses Encouraged to Prepare for Emergencies Now - May 10, 2019
- IDHS recognizes first responder dispatchers in honor of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week - April 18, 2019
- Indiana State Fire Marshal Recognized for 50 Years of Service - April 11, 2019
- A few days remain to register for Girls Go CyberStart - April 9, 2019
- Wayne County woman arrested in recent Richmond arson investigations - March 27, 2019
- Investigators seek public help in Lawrence County fires - March 22, 2019
- Statewide smoke alarm program to address rise in fatal home fires - March 21, 2019
- Severe Weather Preparedness Week Begins March 17 - March 14, 2019
- Final week to register for nationwide Girls Go CyberStart competition - March 13, 2019
- Honoring female first responders during Women’s History Month - March 5, 2019
- IDHS will host public meetings to discuss State Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan - March 1, 2019
- Nationwide Girls Go CyberStart competition includes Indiana - February 21, 2019
- IDHS encourages Hoosiers to get involved with Radiation Awareness Week - February 18, 2019
- Keep yourself and your home safe while Indiana experiences extreme weather - January 29, 2019
- Don’t let space heaters spark a tragedy this winter - January 17, 2019
- SBA Deadline for Indiana Small Businesses to Apply for Working Capital Loans for the Feb. /March 2018 Severe Storms and Flooding is Feb. 5 - January 10, 2019
- Three arrested in recent Jennings County arson investigations - January 8, 2019
- 2018
- Three die in Perry County residence fire - December 28, 2018
- IDHS Received Nearly $1.3 Million in Federal Grant Awards for Fire and Public Safety - December 11, 2018
- Hoosiers Encouraged to Keep Safety in Mind When Using Winter Holiday Decorations - December 7, 2018
- Man Convicted in March 2017 Washington County Arson Investigation - December 4, 2018
- Hoosier search and rescue K9 team deployed in response to Camp Fire - November 26, 2018
- Hoosiers Encouraged to Be Alert When Cooking This Holiday Season - November 21, 2018
- Hoosiers deployed to Florida in response to Hurricane Michael - November 13, 2018
- Hoosiers should prepare before winter weather hits - November 9, 2018
- Fire investigators seek information about a Knox County home fire - October 17, 2018
- Indiana Fire Marshal Urges Caution When Using Alternative Heating Sources - October 12, 2018
- Arson investigation into Ellettsville daycare fire leads to 17 year sentence - October 12, 2018
- 2021
- Indiana discontinuing Afghan donation collections as population and need diminishes - December 8, 2021
- Statewide donation effort continues for Camp Atterbury evacuees - November 23, 2021
- SBA disaster loans available in Vermillion, Vigo counties due to June moisture, flooding - November 1, 2021
- Indiana agencies continue to collect resources for Afghan evacuees - October 22, 2021
- Orleans Elementary School wins Get ShakIN' video contest - October 20, 2021
- Louisville and Southern Indiana emergency officials to conduct large-scale counter terrorism exercise - September 28, 2021
- Marion County man charged with arson - September 24, 2021
- Gov. Holcomb announces donation efforts for Afghan evacuees - September 16, 2021
- Indiana allocates more than $19 million to school safety - September 2, 2021
- Indiana 211 collecting wind damage reports from Elkhart County - August 12, 2021
- Versailles man killed in accidental explosion - July 28, 2021
- SBA offers disaster assistance to businesses and residents of Indiana affected by severe storms and flooding - July 7, 2021
- Update: Indiana State Police Conducting Death Investigation in Columbia City - June 22, 2021
- Fire investigators seek information about Crawford County residence fire - May 20, 2021
- SBA deadline approaching for loans for 2020 spring freeze in Northern Indiana - April 5, 2021
- Connersville woman arrested following investigation into Nov. 2020 fire - March 25, 2021
- Get prepared for nature's wrath during Severe Weather Preparedness Week 2021 - March 12, 2021
- Spring forward with fire safety - March 9, 2021
- Evansville woman arrested for theft and arson at Warrick County residence - March 8, 2021
- 2021 Nonprofit Security Grant Program now open - March 8, 2021
- Hendricks County man arrested and charged with arson - March 5, 2021
- Jennings County man arrested on murder, arson charges in 2019 fire investigation - March 4, 2021
- Purdue University Global partnership to benefit members of Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association - March 3, 2021
- Fire investigators seek information about Fayette County garage fire - February 25, 2021
- State program opening up vaccines to homebound Hoosiers - February 24, 2021
- Learn truths about radiation during Radiation Awareness Week - February 12, 2021
- Woman pleads guilty to 2019 Richmond fires - February 5, 2021
- Fire investigators seek information about Jasper County barn fire - January 26, 2021
- 2022
- State EOC Returning to Normal Activation/Personnel Levels - December 24, 2022
- State EOC and Indiana National Guard Response to Weather Event - December 22, 2022
- Indiana Emergency Operations Center and Indiana National Guard activated for weather event - December 21, 2022
- Fire investigators seek information on potential arson suspect in Vincennes - November 14, 2022
- Prepare now during Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana - November 5, 2022
- Cause of Aug. 10 Evansville house explosion determined - November 2, 2022
- Gov. Holcomb signs Executive Order declaring a disaster emergency for three Indiana counties - September 29, 2022
- Plan your escape during Fire Prevention Week - September 28, 2022
- Fire investigators seek information regarding six unexplained fires in Sullivan County - September 16, 2022
- Indiana 211 collecting flooding damage reports from Ohio County - September 9, 2022
- Indiana 211 collecting flooding damage reports from Switzerland County - September 7, 2022
- Indiana schools receive $22.9 million in school safety grants - September 1, 2022
- SBA loan assistance center to open in Daviess County - August 31, 2022
- Gov. Holcomb appoints Stephen Jones as new state fire marshal - August 16, 2022
- Fire investigators locate woman connected to Kokomo fire scene - August 16, 2022
- IDHS applying for Hazard Mitigation Assistance funding for residential safe rooms - August 15, 2022
- Fire investigators seek help identifying woman from Kokomo fire scene - August 10, 2022
- Deadline approaching for physical disaster loan applications for June derecho windstorm - August 9, 2022
- IDHS hosting Operation Unify: Civil Unrest Functional Exercise - August 2, 2022
- IN 211 service activated for storm-damaged Hoosiers - August 1, 2022
- SBA loan assistance center to open in Ft. Wayne - July 11, 2022
- IDHS Executive Director Steve Cox to retire from public service - June 6, 2022
- IDHS names new Indiana EMS medical director - May 16, 2022
- IDHS hosts Public Safety Day for a family-friendly day of education and entertainment - May 16, 2022
- IDHS honors EMS personnel during Indiana EMS Week - May 13, 2022
- Planting season is here; remain alert to large farm equipment on Indiana roads - April 21, 2022
- Gov. Holcomb encourages fire departments to participate in program to protect firefighters' health and safety, environment - March 16, 2022
- Set your emergency plan now during Severe Weather Preparedness Week - March 10, 2022
- Sheridan man charged with arson of motorcycle club headquarters - March 1, 2022
- IDHS celebrates EMA Appreciation Week - February 19, 2022
- Highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza diagnosed in Indiana poultry flock - February 9, 2022
- SBA disaster loans available in Elkhart, LaGrange counties due to spring 2021 frost and freeze - February 1, 2022
- Gov. Holcomb unveils 2022 Next Level Agenda - January 3, 2022
- 2023
- Funeral Services for Fallen Firefighter Kyle Osgood - May 26, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Centers Closed Memorial Day Weekend - May 26, 2023
- Indiana Firefighter Dies While Responding to Fire Run in Randolph County - May 25, 2023
- Deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) - May 22, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Clinton County - May 21, 2023
- IDHS Honors EMS Professionals During National EMS Week - May 21, 2023
- It's Important to Submit an SBA Disaster Loan Application Soon - May 20, 2023
- Disaster Legal Services Available - May 19, 2023
- One Month Left to Register for Disaster Assistance - May 19, 2023
- FEMA Offers Rental Assistance for Displaced Indiana Residents - May 18, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Monroe County - May 17, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Owen County - May 15, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Grant County - May 13, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Revisits White County - May 11, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Clinton County - May 11, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Howard County - May 11, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Open in Monroe County - May 8, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Open in Allen County - May 8, 2023
- $1.2 Million Approved for Indiana Residents in First Month After Storms - May 4, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Open in Benton County - May 3, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Open in Grant County - May 3, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Open in Owen County - May 3, 2023
- Don't Wait for Insurance Settlement to Apply for SBA Low Interest Loans - May 3, 2023
- How to Appeal a FEMA Ineligibility Letter - May 2, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Open in Howard County - April 30, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Open in White County - April 30, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Open in Clinton County - April 30, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Morgan and Johnson Counties - April 26, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Sullivan County - April 26, 2023
- Disaster Recovery Center Open in Lake County - April 26, 2023
- Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available - April 24, 2023
- Investigators Seeking Former Employees of Richmond Plastics Warehouse - April 21, 2023
- Be Alert for Post-Disaster Fraud - April 21, 2023
- U.S. SBA Disaster Loans Available for Counties Affected by March/April Severe Storms - April 20, 2023
- FEMA in the Field: Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams Help Indiana Survivors - April 19, 2023
- How to Apply for FEMA Assistance After Indiana Severe Storms and Tornadoes - April 17, 2023
- Press Conference Planned for Richmond Warehouse Fire at 2 p.m. Thursday - April 12, 2023
- Indiana State Fire Marshal Investigating Fatal Randolph County Fire - April 5, 2023
- Indiana 211 Collecting March/April Severe Storm Damage Reports - April 1, 2023
- IDHS Encourages Hoosiers to Plan Ahead During Severe Weather Preparedness Week - March 11, 2023
- SBA Deadline Approaching for June 2022 Derecho Windstorm - March 9, 2023
- Woman Dies in Residential Building Fire in Washington, Ind. - February 22, 2023
- Gov. Holcomb Honors Emergency Management Agencies During EMA Appreciation Week - February 18, 2023
- New Leader for Indiana Fire and Public Safety Training Academy - February 10, 2023
- State Fire Marshal Investigating Owensville Funeral Home Fire - February 9, 2023
- Get ShakIN' During Earthquake Awareness Month - February 1, 2023