The Federal Emergency Management Agency has opened a disaster recovery center in Tazewell County, the third such office to open in Southwest Virginia since the remnants of Hurricane Helene brought significant flooding to the region late last month.
The new center is at the County Administration Building, 197 Main St. in Tazewell. It’s open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The other centers, which keep the same hours, are at 578 E. Main St. in Independence and 736 N. Beaver Dam Ave. in Damascus.
Disaster survivors can visit any disaster relief center to receive assistance but do not have to stop by in person to register with FEMA, according to a news release from the agency. Residents in need of help can also call 800-621-FEMA (3362), or register online at DisasterAssistance.gov or through the FEMA app.
Residents who received a letter from FEMA about their application status can visit a disaster recovery center to learn more about next steps. Staff can help with the application process and answer questions.
The deadline to apply for FEMA disaster assistance is Dec. 2.