MCFARLAND, Calif., Through coordinated efforts between local, state, and federal agencies, FEMA has activated a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in McFarland, CA. The DRC will provide information on disaster assistance programs and services, and aid survivors of recent severe weather and floods with filling out the various applications. Representatives from FEMA, the Small Business Administration (SBA), and other agencies will be on site to provide information and answer questions.
The McFarland DRC will be open to the public starting Sunday, April 23rd. Address and hours of operations are as follows:
McFarland Recreation and Park District
100 Second St
McFarland, CA 93250
Monday through Sunday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
An important step in the disaster assistance process may include applying with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Visiting the DRC is an excellent opportunity for survivors to speak to representatives who can explain the process and the coordinated efforts made between FEMA and the SBA to provide assistance.
Media inquiries can be directed to:
Arlene Diaz-Carrero
FEMA Media Relations Specialist
(202) 702-7802
Mary Anne Bradfield
U.S. Small Business Administration
Public Affairs/PIO
(571) 369-8890
