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Mississippi Opens Disaster Centers for Storm Recovery Assistance

Disaster Service Centers have opened in five Mississippi counties to support residents impacted by severe storms that occurred on May 6 and 7, according to the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA).

The centers offer face-to-face assistance from recovery specialists representing MEMA, FEMA, and the Small Business Administration. They are open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Residents unable to visit in person can seek assistance through several alternative methods. They can apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, call 800-621-FEMA (3362), or download the free FEMA App. When applying, individuals should reference Disaster Number DR-4922.

For more information, residents are encouraged to visit the MEMA website at https://www.msema.org/get-assistance/disaster-resources/disasters/may-6th-7th-severe-weather.

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Jon R Myers

Jon R Myers is the executive editor of the Mississippi News Group, the largest digital only media company in Mississippi.