FREE DEBRIS CLEAN-UP
Muck Out - Fallen Trees - Tarps - Debris
Call Crisis Cleanup: +1 844 965 1386
REPORT STORM DAMAGE
CLICK HERE
CHARLOTTE COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER
Open daily 8am-5pm
Call: 941-661-6415
Keep up with the latest news from Charlotte County Emergency Management by visiting their page CLICK HERE
BUSINESS DAMAGE ASSESSMENT SURVEY
CLICK HERE
DEBRIS SEPARATION
CLICK HERE for guidance on debris separation
Normal Household Trash - normal household waste, recyclables and bagged debris of any kind will not be collected with your storm debris. Please continue to follow the normal garbage removal schedule. Please do not attempt to place garbage or other household refuse with the disaster debris, as it will not be accepted, and will delay your storm debris collections.
DISASTER LEGAL HOTLINE
Call 833-514-2940
HOPE LINE
Resources and information for those impacted by the Hurricane
Available 24/7
Call 833-GET-HOPE
RED CROSS HOTLINE
Call 1-800-RED-CROSS
FOOD REPLACEMENT FOR SNAP RECIPIENTS
Current SNAP recipients who lost food due to Hurricane Helene can apply for food replacement.
To learn more, CLICK HERE
To fill out an application, CLICK HERE
FLORIDA BAPTISTS DISASTER RELIEF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE
Call 904-253-0502
or text Helene to 27123
FEMA FINANCIAL HELP
Homeowners and renters in Charlotte County who had uninsured losses from Hurricane Helene may be eligible for federal disaster assistance. FEMA may provide financial help with temporary housing expenses, basic home repairs, vehicle replacement and other essential disaster-related needs.
There are three ways to apply:
1) DisasterAssistance.gov
2) download the FEMA App for mobile devices
3) call FEMA toll-free 800-621-3362 from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Eastern Time. Help is available in many languages.
If you do have insurance, do not wait to file an insurance claim for damage caused by the disaster.
OPEN SHELTERS - ALL ARE PET FRIENDLY
OPEN FOR HURRICANE MILTON
TUESDAY, OCT 8
CLICK HERE for what to bring to a shelter
Harold Ave. Regional Park Recreation Center
23400 Harold Ave., Port Charlotte
Kingsway Elementary School
23300 Quasar Blvd, Port Charlotte
Special Needs Shelter - Service Animals Only
Call 941-833-4000 for more information
HURRICANE MILTON Q&A
Q: How do I stay up-to-date on information about Hurricane Milton?
A: Sign up for:
Alert Charlotte CLICK HERE
CharCoCares CLICK HERE
A: Follow:
Charlotte County Emergency Management
CLICK HERE
COAD
CLICK HERE
Q: How do I get information if there's no internet or cell service?
A: Information Hubs will be set up at every Charlotte county recreation center and library as soon as it is safe. You can visit these locations for lists of local resources.
Q: Should I evacuate?
A: CLICK HERE to see if your home is in an evacuation zone. If you choose not to leave and your home is in an evacuation zone, emergency personnel will not be able to help you until after the storm has passed. Depending on the damage from the storm, emergency personnel may be unable to help you for days.
Q: I want to evacuate, but I'm not sure where to go. What should I do?
A: Just a few miles inland can make the difference between safety and danger. Try to find friends, family, or a hotel to stay at. If this is not possible, CLICK HERE for a list of hurricane shelters in Charlotte County.
Q: What happens if water enters my home?
A: Turn off the main breaker switch if you're able to, and move to the highest area of the home.
Q: Do any Charlotte County shelters allow pets?
A: Yes, all shelters in Charlotte County allow pets. Please bring a crate and any supplies your pet may need (leash, collar/harness, medicine, food).
Q: I have a family member who lives in Charlotte County but I can't reach them. How do I know that they're okay?
A: The American Red Cross can help. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Q: I have a tractor-trailer full of water/tarps/supplies and want it distributed to those in need. Who do I contact?
A: Contact Denise Dull at (941) 289-7628
Q: I want to volunteer to help with Hurricane recovery, who do I contact?
A: CLICK HERE to learn more about volunteering.
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