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DRCs in Park, Carbon County closing soon

Three Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) in Carbon and Park County that housed citizens affected by the June flooding are closing in August.

According to the press release sent out by FEMA and Montana DEQ, the Park county DRC at the Park High School closes on Wednesday, August 8, at 6:00 p.m. The DRC at Roosevelt High School in Carbon County closes Friday, August 12, at 6:00 p.m. The third DRC at Fromberg Methodist Church closes on August 14 at 7:00 p.m.

Flood survivors can still apply for FEMA financial assistance until August 29, 2022, and can be done online, on the FEMA mobile app, or by calling 800-621-3362. Residents can also apply for assistance at the DRCs in Yellowstone County. FEMA assistance can help pay for temporary housing, home repairs, and other needs, including childcare, transportation, and medical expenses.

Several Disaster Recovery Centers are still in designated areas helping with assistance applications and recovery information, such as the ones in Yellowstone County. Call 800-621-3362 or go online to find the nearest one near you.