In the ongoing effort to support our local, county, and state partners, IEMA will provide information and specifics to coordinate current information:

Presidential Disaster Declaration for St. Clair County in Illinois for flooding for 2022
Presidential Disaster Declaration for Cook County in Illinois for severe weather in June/July 2023
The State of Illinois Disaster Proclamation for the Asylum Seekers in Illinois

Information on St. Clair County Disaster Declaration

In the ongoing effort to support St. Clair County our local, county, and state partners in the disaster proclamation for the flooding that occurred in July 2022. IEMA will provide information and specifics here on this page to help share and coordinate current information.

Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC)	Locations	Hours of operation
East St. Louis, Illinois St. Clair County, Illinois	Clyde Jordan Senior Citizen Center 6755 State Street East St. Louis, Illinois 62203	Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 6:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 3:00pm Sunday: Closed ***DRC closing on December 22nd, 2022 at 6:00pm
Caseyville, Illinois St. Clair County, Illinois	Caseyville Village Hall 909 South Main Street Caseyville, Illinois 62232	Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 3:00pm Sunday: Closed ***DRC closing on December 16th, 2022 at 3:00pm

Rumors

Rumor: Are the FEMA-State Disaster Recovery Centers in Illinois closing on November 7th, 2022?
Rumor: Is there really a deadline to apply for Federal assistance with FEMA?
Rumor: I registered with FEMA and they wanted me to apply for a loan with the SBA. I can't afford or qualify for a loan, so I didn't go any further because they can't help me.
Rumor: I was told someone from FEMA would call me to schedule an appointment to look at my home after I applied. I haven't talked with anyone.

Rumor: Are the FEMA-State Disaster Recovery Centers in Illinois closing on November 7th, 2022?

Answer-1: The FEMA-State Disaster Recovery Center in Caseyville closes at 3:00pm on Friday December 16th, 2022.
Answer-2: The FEMA-State Disaster Recovery Center in East St. Louis closes at 6:00pm pm December 22, 2022.

Rumor: Is there really a deadline to apply for Federal assistance with FEMA?

Answer: Yes, the final deadline to apply for Federal assistance with FEMA is December 22, 2022

Rumor: I registered with FEMA and they wanted me to apply for a loan with the SBA. I can't afford or qualify for a loan, so I didn't go any further because they can't help me.

Answer: FEMA and SBA, along with other local, state and federal partners work together to make sure survivors have access to resources to help them with short-term disaster related needs and long-term recovery. After applying with FEMA, you may be referred to the SBA to see if you qualify for a low-interest disaster. If you're referred to the SBA t's very important that you complete the SBA application , even if you don't think you qualify for a loan. Here's why. If you are approved for a low-interest SBA loan, you could use the money for damages that weren't covered by insurance, replacing or repairing your primary residence, or replacing or repairing damaged clothing, furniture, cars, or appliances. The SBA will work with you to provide a loan that fits your personal budget. If you are not approved for an SBA low-interest loan, FEMA will review your application to see what other funding may be available to you.

Rumor: I was told someone from FEMA would call me to schedule an appointment to look at my home after I applied. I haven't talked with anyone.

Answer: After applying with FEMA, an inspector may call to schedule an appointment for a home inspection. They will leave a voicemail. If you schedule a time for an inspection, it is important to have your registration number handy, a photo ID and proof of ownership and/or occupancy. If you miss a call from FEMA, make sure to return the call. If you don't answer or call back, your potential assistance may be delayed until you schedule an inspection.

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