Emergency Resources
For immediate life-threatening emergencies, call 911. For urgent non-emergency help, call 211.
Immediate Crisis
Emergency Services
Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies
State Assistance Information Line (SAIL)
Toll-free hotline activated during declared emergencies
Federal Disaster Assistance
Disaster victims can apply for individual assistance after federally declared disasters
Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)
Unemployment benefits for workers affected by a declared disaster
SBA Disaster Loan Assistance
Low-interest loans for businesses, nonprofits, homeowners, and renters in disaster areas
IRS Disaster Tax Relief
Penalty waivers and extensions for disaster-affected taxpayers
Housing & Shelter
Florida Housing Search
Free rental housing search platform
Lee County Emergency Management
Local disaster preparedness and recovery coordination
Airbnb Emergency Housing
Temporary accommodations for displaced residents (check site for active programs)
Employment & Income
Unemployment Assistance (CONNECT)
Apply for Florida unemployment benefits online or by phone
CareerSource Florida
Local workforce services, job placement, and training
Legal & Recovery
Lee County Legal Aid Society
Free legal assistance for low-income Lee County residents
2400 First Street, Suite 214, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Florida Safe and Found
Report someone found safe after a disaster
Missing Persons
Report or search for missing persons
Volunteer & Donate
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