Tovar applied for assistance through FEMA on Sunday after she learned it was available. She’s now waiting on a call back from an inspector.
“When I was sitting there taking all my stuff out, I wasn't thinking, 'It’s going to be OK, I can just call FEMA.' If it wasn't because of word of mouth, I wouldn't have done it. I think it's good to get the word out,” Tovar said.
FEMA recommends applying online.
Residents can reach someone over the phone at 800-621-3362 (TTY: 800-462-7585) seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.