DFS Provides FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program Resources to Aid in Hurricane Nicole Recovery
| For Immediate Release: Thursday, November 10, 2022 Contact: Office of Communications, Communications@MyFloridaCFO.com, 850.413.2842 |
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DFS Provides FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program Resources to Aid in Hurricane Nicole Recovery
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS) provided information and resources for those who have coverage through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and who might be affected by Hurricane Nicole. The National Hurricane Center is expecting Nicole, now downgraded to a tropical storm, to cause up to 4 inches of rainfall in certain areas in Florida and severe storm surge and flooding.
For individuals that have flood insurance policies through FEMA and its federal flood insurance program, the Department encourages consumers to reach out to their insurance agents for more information about filing a claim. Consumers may also reach FEMA directly at 1-800-621-3362.
Important Storm Recovery Tips and Resources from FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program:
General information on the NFIP
Filing Your Claim:
- How To Start Filing Your Claim
- How To File Your Flood Insurance Claim
- Starting Your Recovery: FEMA’s Flood Insurance Claims Process
- How To Document Damage
Recovering from a flood:
- How To Document Damage And Begin Clean-Up
- NFIP Claims Handbook
- Build Back Safer & Stronger
- Salvaging Water-Damaged Family Valuables and Heirlooms
- Reducing Future Flood Damage
Floridians can visit our disaster resources and information website or contact us via email at Consumer.Services@myfloridacfo.com. For additional hurricane-related information, visit PrepareFL.com.
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About CFO Jimmy Patronis
Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis is a statewide elected official and a member of Florida’s Cabinet who oversees the Department of Financial Services. CFO Patronis works each day to fight insurance fraud, support Florida’s firefighters, and ensure the state’s finances are stable to support economic growth in the state. Follow the activities of the Department on Facebook (FLDFS) and Twitter (@FLDFS).
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About CFO Jimmy Patronis
Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis is a statewide elected official and a member of Florida’s Cabinet who oversees the Department of Financial Services. CFO Patronis works each day to fight insurance fraud, support Florida’s firefighters, and ensure the state’s finances are stable to support economic growth in the state. Follow the activities of the Department on Facebook (FLDFS) and X (@FLDFS).