FEMA In Cocke County This Week, What You Need To Know

FEMA is in the area and will be on the ground this week in Cocke County. The Cocke County Mayor’s office is warning citizens that scammers are also going to be on the ground. Many of these people will be disguising themselves as FEMA representatives. One thing to keep in mind and remember, any FEMA representative that shows up at your property will have proper identification with them, but more importantly will be accompanied by a local law enforcement officer or a Tennessee state trooper. If someone shows up on your property that claims to be from FEMA nad does not have law enforcment with them, you should report that to either the Cocke County Sheriff’s office or the Newport Police Department.

FEMA can help you with many of your needs such as temporary lodging, basic home repair costs, personal property loss or other disaster-caused needs. You can apply in different ways, such as online to DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA App or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. It is important to apply and filed a claim as soon as you can. You will need several things when you apply:

1. A current phone number where you can be contacted.

2. Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying.

3. Your Social Security number.

4. A general list of damage and losses.

5. Banking information, if you choose direct deposit.

6. If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name.