FEMA Disaster Service Centers to open in Harrison County

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County residents and businesses impacted by the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur can now apply for federal disaster assistance.

FEMA assistance is available to eligible homeowners and residents with public assistance also available to eligible government entities.

The deadline to apply is October 2.

FEMA is also opening two disaster recovery centers Wednesday, August 19 at the Saucier Lizana Shelter and the Donal Synder Community Center in Biloxi.

Residents can apply online at disasterassistance.gov.