Hurricane Help

Hurricane season can severely impact many Florida communities. Gulf to Bay Sotheby’s International Realty is committed to supporting recovery efforts by providing a list of essential resources for those affected. If you or someone you know needs immediate assistance, this guide will help connect you with the right organizations.

Florida Resources:

1. Florida Disaster Website
   • Website: www.floridadisaster.org
   • Services: Real-time updates on shelters, evacuation routes, and emergency management for those affected by Hurricane Helene in Florida.
2. FEMA Florida
   • Website: https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20240929/how-apply-fema-assistance-florida-after-hurricane-helene
   • Services: Access to federal disaster recovery resources specific to Florida.
3. Florida Division of Emergency Management
   • Number: 1-850-413-9969
   • Services: Coordination of hurricane response and recovery efforts across Florida.
4. State Assistance Information Line
   • Number: 1-800-342-3557
   • Services: Information on Florida disaster relief for residents affected by Hurricane Helene.
5. National Flood Insurance Program
   • Number: 1-888-356-6329
   • Services: Information on claims for flood damage related to Hurricane Helene.
6. Florida Department of Revenue
   • Tax Relief Form: Application for Catastrophic Event Tax Refund
   • Services: Statewide tax relief until May 1, 2025.
     
     National Resources:

1. Red Cross
   • Website: www.redcross.org
   • Services: Emergency shelter, food distribution, and health services in areas affected by Hurricane Helene.
2. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
   • Website: www.fema.gov
   • Services: Financial aid, shelter, and recovery assistance for Hurricane Helene victims.
3. Salvation Army
   • Website: www.salvationarmyusa.org
   • Services: Providing meals, shelter, and financial assistance to those in need.
4. Crisis Cleanup Hotline
   • Number: (844) 965-1386
   • Services: Free debris removal assistance for those impacted by Hurricane Helene. The hotline is open through Friday, October 11.
5. IRS 
   • Website: www.IRS.gov
   • Services: Tax relief postponement for various tax filing and payment deadlines until May 1, 2025.

By connecting with these vital resources, we hope to support the path to recovery for our communities in Florida. We are #StrongerTogether.