Florida State DHSMV scrutinizes local CDL tester
An investigation by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) has resulted in the severing of its agreement with Key Power Driving School on Nov. 16. While investigating third-party CDL testing sites, the department found practices of Key Power Driving School posed “an immediate, serious danger to public health, safety and welfare.” […]
Today is the last day to register for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Irma in Florida
ORLANDO — You have until 11:59 tonight, Friday, Nov. 24 to register with FEMA if you have damage caused by Hurricane Irma in Florida between Sept. 4 and Oct. 18, 2017. How to register: • Online at DisasterAssistance.gov. • Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 for voice, 711 and Video Relay Service (VRS). If you […]
FHP reminds travelers to buckle up this Thanksgiving
FHP aims to prevent crashes through increased visibility during the holiday weekend TALLAHASSEE — The Thanksgiving holiday is a peak travel period for families nationwide. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) wants all motorists to Arrive Alive this Thanksgiving holiday and is reminding motorists to buckle up before they hit the road. During the 2016 Thanksgiving […]
Friday is the last day to register for FEMA assistance
ORLANDO — Survivors of Hurricane Irma have until 11:59 p.m. Friday, Nov. 24, to register for assistance from FEMA and/or submit an application for a Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loan. How to register with FEMA: • Online at DisasterAssistance.gov. • Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 for voice, 711 and Video Relay Service […]
FEMA application deadline extended
ORLANDO – The deadline for Hurricane Irma survivors in all 48 designated Florida counties to register for FEMA individual disaster assistance has been extended to Nov. 24, 2017. The extension agreed upon by the state and FEMA is for survivors living in disaster-designated individual assistance counties: Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Brevard, Broward, Charlotte, Citrus, Clay, Collier, […]
Two weeks left to register for federal disaster assistance in Florida
ORLANDO — Floridians impacted by Hurricane Irma have only two weeks to apply for federal disaster assistance that may cover temporary housing, essential home repairs and serious disaster-related needs not covered by insurance. Disaster assistance is available to eligible individuals and households in the 48 disaster-designated counties with storm-related damages between Sept. 4 through Oct. […]
Flood insurance policyholders: Understand your claims options
ORLANDO, Fla. – In an effort to quickly get recovery funds into the hands of survivors, FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has enhanced the flood insurance claims process with changes to how you file your claim. If you’re a policyholder, understand the process and options to speed your recovery from Hurricane Irma. Advance Payments […]
Disaster Recovery Center hours change
ORLANDO, Fla. – Beginning Sunday, Oct. 29, the hours at most Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) will change to Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Survivors are encouraged to check times before going and may locate a DRC near them at www.fema.gov/disaster-recovery-centers or by calling the […]
FEMA letter says you are ineligible for disaster assistance?
That may not be the last word ORLANDO — Applicants for FEMA disaster assistance should not consider the initial determination letter from the agency ruling them ineligible for disaster assistance as the final word. FEMA offers these tips to keep in mind if you receive such a letter: • Applicants must read their letters carefully. […]
October 15–21 is National Teen Driver Safety Week
DHSMV promotes occupant protection for teens with We Arrive Alive campaign TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) joins the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in recognizing National Teen Driver Safety Week from October 15 to 21 to remind teens, and those in the car with them, to buckle […]
