ST. PETE, Fla. — FEMA assistance is now available to St. Pete residents who experienced losses and damage due to Hurricane Helene.
The disaster assistance may include financial help for temporary housing, basic home repairs, and other disaster-related expenses.
Residents can apply online by clicking here, by using the FEMA app, or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).
Officials are reminding residents to watch out for fraudulent or unlicensed contractors. Learn more by clicking here and verify that contractors are licensed by clicking here.
A scammer tricked an 89-year-old, telling her that her grandson was hurt and that she needed to withdraw nearly $10,000 immediately. Luckily, Jennifer Sgro, a teller at Achieva Credit Union in Clearwater, stepped in when she recognized something was wrong.