07/15/2026
IMPORTANT: Racine County Approved for Individual Assistance Following April Severe Storms
How to Apply
Residents and business owners who sustained losses in the designated counties can begin applying for assistance at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) at 800-621-FEMA (3362).
Anyone using a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or other similar service, can give FEMA the number for that service.
When applying for assistance, make sure:
Your damaged home is your primary residence.
You haven’t received assistance for the same losses from another source, including insurance.
You are able to be reached by FEMA at the contact information you provide in the application.
What information you need to provide when applying:
Your contact information, including email address.
Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying.
Your social security number.
Annual household income
A general list of damage and losses.
Banking information, if you choose direct deposit.
If insured, your policy number or the agent and/or company name.
For help with your application or to apply by phone, call the FEMA Helpline:
1‑800‑621‑3362
If you use a video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone (CTS), or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
If you disagree with FEMA’s decision, you may appeal:
Online at DisasterAssistance.gov.
In person at a Disaster Recovery Centers, which will be announced in coming days.
Or by mail or fax.
For more information on the disaster assistance process, visit DisasterAssistance.gov or visit the site’s Frequently Asked Questions page at https://www.disasterassistance.gov/help/faqs.
