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FEMA Disaster Recovery Center to open in Largo

St. Petersburg, FLLocal News

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will open a Disaster Recovery Center at the Largo Public Library, providing essential services to residents impacted by Hurricane Helene. The center will officially open on October 2nd at 1 p. m. and will continue to operate from 9 a. m.

to 7 p. m. daily starting October 3rd. Located at 120 Central Park Drive, this center aims to assist those in need by offering crucial information and resources for recovery. Residents can expect to receive guidance on disaster assistance programs and support services available to them.

This initiative underscores FEMA's commitment to aiding communities in the aftermath of natural disasters and ensuring that individuals have access to necessary resources. The opening of the center is particularly timely given the recent challenges faced by the Largo community. Residents are urged to take advantage of this opportunity to facilitate their recovery efforts.

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