CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – In response to the damage caused by Tropical Storm Debby and Hurricane Helene, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will open a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at Savannah Technical College beginning Tuesday, Oct. 22.
The center will offer in-person assistance for residents seeking support with disaster-related needs and questions. Local state and federal resources will be available in person to ask questions. Residents may also visit to ask questions about their case.
Savannah Technical College is located on 5717 White Bluff Rd. The DRC operating hours will be Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
At the DRC, residents can:
- Apply for assistance. You may also Apply for FEMA Assistance online or Apply/Check your status by phone 1-800-621-3362.
- Learn more about disaster assistance programs.
- Learn the status of your FEMA application.
- Understand any letters you get from FEMA.
- Find housing and rental assistance information.
- Get answers to questions or resolve problems.
- Get referrals to agencies that may offer other assistance.