FEMA Disaster Recovery Center to open in Smith County [Video]

SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – As FEMA personnel go door to door helping residents assess damage and apply for potential benefits, Smith County said they are working with them to open a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) where people will be able to register in person.

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According to a release, Smith County officials will soon announce when the FEMA recovery center will open at The Hub to assist people with registering for resources.

“Recovery will take some time due to personnel constraints and the amount of debris accumulated,” Smith County Emergency Management Coordinator Brandon Moore said. “Citizens with damaged homes are encouraged to participate with FEMA personnel to apply for potential assistance.”

During Smith County commissioners court on Tuesday, the FEMA DRC was approved to be held at The Hub which is located next door to the elections office.

Smith County Judge Neal Franklin said FEMA was looking for a location to …