West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21), released the following statement after President Biden and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced on Friday that Palm Beach County residents are now eligible for Individual Assistance disaster relief.

“I am thankful to President Biden for keeping his promise to assist those who suffered losses caused by Hurricane Ian,” said Rep. Frankel.

This new designation will allow residents, including those who lost their homes to the tornado in Delray Beach, to apply for housing assistance to help pay for lodging or home repair not covered by insurance, financial assistance to replace necessary household items or a damaged vehicle, crisis counseling, and more.

Residents who need assistance are encouraged to go to FEMA’s website at disasterassistance.gov to apply for help.