FEMA and Ohio Open Disaster Recovery Centers in Reynoldsburg, Roseville and Cincinnati
Walk-in sites offer in-person relief for storm survivors across seven approved counties, with grants, loans and state services available ahead of December deadlines.
Federal and state emergency management agencies opened three physical Disaster Recovery Centers across Ohio on Wednesday, Oct. 7, providing in-person help for residents recovering from severe August storms, tornadoes and flooding opened three physical Disaster Recovery Centers. The walk-in facilities enable storm survivors to consult disaster specialists, complete relief applications and resolve questions about available aid.
Previously, Pique reported on Oct. 2 that President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration for seven Ohio counties while 16 remained under review. The declaration authorized FEMA Individual Assistance for homeowners and renters in Franklin, Licking, Clermont, Hamilton, Morgan, Muskingum and Perry counties. Gov. Mike DeWine had requested federal aid for 23 counties after the Aug. 10 storms; the 16 counties not included in the initial declaration remain under federal review.
Center Locations and Operating Hours
No appointment is needed to visit any of the three recovery centers, which are scheduled to operate through Sunday, Nov. 1:
- Franklin and Licking counties: Reynoldsburg Community Church, 1636 Graham Road, Reynoldsburg.
- Perry, Morgan and Muskingum counties: William H. Barker Community Center, 13047 Karl Brown Road, Roseville.
- Hamilton and Clermont counties: Hamilton County Central Campus, 1701 Patricia McCollum Way, Cincinnati.
Operating hours across all three locations are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.. On their opening day, Wednesday, Oct. 7, the centers operated from noon to 8 p.m.
“Residents visiting the Disaster Recovery Centers can learn about available resources and assistance,” said Sima Merick, executive director of the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA). “I strongly encourage anyone with losses in the impacted areas to visit a DRC to learn what help is available.”
Participating Agencies and Available Relief
Representatives from federal, state and local agencies are stationed at the centers to assist survivors face to face, and no appointment is needed. Participating agencies include the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Ohio EMA, the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), the Ohio Department of Insurance, and local emergency management officials.
Staff can explain programs, submit applications and verify documentation.
“FEMA offers grants for uninsured losses. Could be a home repair, replacement of household items, furnaces, those kinds of things. SBA, if you don't qualify for a FEMA grant, you may be able to get an SBA loan to replace those same things,” said FEMA External Affairs Officer Leo Skinner.
FEMA grants can cover temporary housing, essential home repairs and replacement of damaged personal property. The SBA offers low-interest physical disaster loans to repair damaged real estate or personal belongings, as well as Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) for small businesses. Ohio BMV representatives assist residents with replacing lost driver’s licenses and registrations, while Ohio Department of Insurance personnel help navigate insurance claims and policy questions.
Documentation Checklist for Applicants
To expedite aid applications, storm survivors visiting a recovery center should bring the following items:
- Social Security number: For the applicant or household member.
- Property addresses: The damaged property address at the time of the storm and the current address where staying.
- Contact details: Current telephone number and valid email address.
- Insurance information: Policy numbers and agent or carrier names, if insured.
- List of damage: A general itemized description of disaster damage and losses.
- Banking details: Financial institution routing and account numbers for direct deposit.
- Expense receipts: Receipts for cleanup supplies, home repairs or hotel lodging.
Critical Deadlines and Remote Registration
Visiting a physical center is not required to apply for aid. Residents can register online at DisasterAssistance.gov, or in Spanish at DisasterAssistance.gov/es. Survivors can also call the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, or contact the SBA Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362.
Applicants must adhere to two key federal deadlines:
- Dec. 1, 2026: Deadline for homeowners and renters to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance grants and SBA physical disaster loans must be submitted by December 1, 2026.
- July 2, 2027: Deadline for eligible businesses to apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans applications for EIDL must be submitted by July 2, 2027.
Officials urge affected residents across the seven approved counties to begin applications promptly before the December deadline.
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Federal and state emergency management agencies opened three physical Disaster Recovery Centers across Ohio on Wednesday, Oct. 7, providing in-person help for residents recovering from severe August storms, tornadoes and flooding opened three physical Disaster Recovery Centers. The walk-in facilities enable storm survivors to consult disaster specialists, complete relief applications and resolve questions about available aid.
Previously, Pique reported on Oct. 2 that President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration for seven Ohio counties while 16 remained under review. The declaration authorized FEMA Individual Assistance for homeowners and renters in Franklin, Licking, Clermont, Hamilton, Morgan, Muskingum and Perry counties. Gov. Mike DeWine had requested federal aid for 23 counties after the Aug. 10 storms; the 16 counties not included in the initial declaration remain under federal review.
Center Locations and Operating Hours
No appointment is needed to visit any of the three recovery centers, which are scheduled to operate through Sunday, Nov. 1:
- Franklin and Licking counties: Reynoldsburg Community Church, 1636 Graham Road, Reynoldsburg.
- Perry, Morgan and Muskingum counties: William H. Barker Community Center, 13047 Karl Brown Road, Roseville.
- Hamilton and Clermont counties: Hamilton County Central Campus, 1701 Patricia McCollum Way, Cincinnati.
Operating hours across all three locations are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.. On their opening day, Wednesday, Oct. 7, the centers operated from noon to 8 p.m.
“Residents visiting the Disaster Recovery Centers can learn about available resources and assistance,” said Sima Merick, executive director of the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA). “I strongly encourage anyone with losses in the impacted areas to visit a DRC to learn what help is available.”
Participating Agencies and Available Relief
Representatives from federal, state and local agencies are stationed at the centers to assist survivors face to face, and no appointment is needed. Participating agencies include the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Ohio EMA, the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), the Ohio Department of Insurance, and local emergency management officials.
Staff can explain programs, submit applications and verify documentation.
“FEMA offers grants for uninsured losses. Could be a home repair, replacement of household items, furnaces, those kinds of things. SBA, if you don't qualify for a FEMA grant, you may be able to get an SBA loan to replace those same things,” said FEMA External Affairs Officer Leo Skinner.
FEMA grants can cover temporary housing, essential home repairs and replacement of damaged personal property. The SBA offers low-interest physical disaster loans to repair damaged real estate or personal belongings, as well as Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) for small businesses. Ohio BMV representatives assist residents with replacing lost driver’s licenses and registrations, while Ohio Department of Insurance personnel help navigate insurance claims and policy questions.
Documentation Checklist for Applicants
To expedite aid applications, storm survivors visiting a recovery center should bring the following items:
- Social Security number: For the applicant or household member.
- Property addresses: The damaged property address at the time of the storm and the current address where staying.
- Contact details: Current telephone number and valid email address.
- Insurance information: Policy numbers and agent or carrier names, if insured.
- List of damage: A general itemized description of disaster damage and losses.
- Banking details: Financial institution routing and account numbers for direct deposit.
- Expense receipts: Receipts for cleanup supplies, home repairs or hotel lodging.
Critical Deadlines and Remote Registration
Visiting a physical center is not required to apply for aid. Residents can register online at DisasterAssistance.gov, or in Spanish at DisasterAssistance.gov/es. Survivors can also call the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, or contact the SBA Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362.
Applicants must adhere to two key federal deadlines:
- Dec. 1, 2026: Deadline for homeowners and renters to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance grants and SBA physical disaster loans must be submitted by December 1, 2026.
- July 2, 2027: Deadline for eligible businesses to apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans applications for EIDL must be submitted by July 2, 2027.
Officials urge affected residents across the seven approved counties to begin applications promptly before the December deadline.
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https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/disaster-recovery-centers-opening-those-234126920.html
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Federal and state emergency management agencies opened three physical Disaster Recovery Centers across Ohio on Wednesday, Oct. 7, providing in-person help for residents recovering from severe August storms, tornadoes and flooding opened three physical Disaster Recovery Centers.
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Reynoldsburg Community Church, 1636 Graham Road, Reynoldsburg. This location will serve residents of both Franklin and Licking counties.
The declaration authorized FEMA Individual Assistance for homeowners and renters in Franklin, Licking, Clermont, Hamilton, Morgan, Muskingum and Perry counties.
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President Donald Trump and the Federal Emergency Management Agency last week approved federal major disaster assistance for Franklin, Licking, Clermont, Hamilton, Morgan, Muskingum, and Perry counties.
No appointment is needed to visit any of the three recovery centers, which are scheduled to operate through Sunday, Nov. 1:
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The centers will operate from Oct. 7 through Nov. 1, according to an Oct. 6 news release from the Ohio Department of Public Safety.
Franklin and Licking counties: Reynoldsburg Community Church, 1636 Graham Road, Reynoldsburg.
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Reynoldsburg Community Church, 1636 Graham Road, Reynoldsburg. This location will serve residents of both Franklin and Licking counties.
Operating hours across all three locations are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m..
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The centers will open on Oct. 7 from noon to 8 p.m., according to the Ohio DPS. They then will be open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. On Saturdays, they will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Sundays they will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Seven Ohio Counties as Sixteen Remain Under Review
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Previously, Pique reported on Oct. 2 that President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration for seven Ohio counties while 16 remained under review.
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Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Seven Ohio Counties as Sixteen Remain Under Review
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Mike DeWine had requested federal aid for 23 counties after the Aug. 10 storms; the 16 counties not included in the initial declaration remain under federal review.
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According to Gov. Mike DeWine's office, the declaration was requested for 23 counties, and the 16 counties not included in the declaration are still under review.
SBA, if you don't qualify for a FEMA grant, you may be able to get an SBA loan to replace those same things,” said FEMA External Affairs Officer Leo Skinner.
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"FEMA offers grants for uninsured losses. Could be a home repair, replacement of household items, furnaces, those kinds of things. SBA, if you don't qualify for a FEMA grant, you may be able to get an SBA loan to replace those same things," FEMA External Affairs Officer Leo Skinner said.
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https://www.whiznews.com/fema-and-ohio-ema-disaster-recovery-center-coming-to-roseville/
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Barker Community Center, 13047 Karl Brown Road, Roseville.
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The DRC will be in the William H. Barker Community Center at 13047 Karl Brown Road in Roseville. This location will serve residents of Perry, Muskingum, and Morgan Counties who were affected by the August floods.
“Residents visiting the Disaster Recovery Centers can learn about available resources and assistance,” said Sima Merick, executive director of the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA).
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“Residents visiting the Disaster Recovery Centers can learn about available resources and assistance,” said Sima Merick, Executive Director of Ohio EMA, in the press release. “I strongly encourage anyone with losses in the impacted areas to visit a DRC to learn what help is available.”
Residents can register online at DisasterAssistance.gov, or in Spanish at DisasterAssistance.gov/es.
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Homeowners and renters are encouraged to apply for federal assistance at DisasterAssistance.gov. For those who speak Spanish, you can visit DisasterAssistance.gov/es.
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https://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/news_detail_T24_R186.php
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Hamilton and Clermont counties: Hamilton County Central Campus, 1701 Patricia McCollum Way, Cincinnati.
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Visit the Disaster Recovery Center at Hamilton County Central Campus (1701 Patricia McCollum Way, Cincinnati, OH 45237), starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
Representatives from federal, state and local agencies are stationed at the centers to assist survivors face to face, and no appointment is needed.
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available to meet with visitors — no appointment is needed.
To expedite aid applications, storm survivors visiting a recovery center should bring the following items:
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Those applying for assistance should bring:
Monday through Friday, or contact the SBA Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362.
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For Individual Assistance, call the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362, Monday-Friday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM. For SBA assistance, call their Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955.
Dec. 1, 2026: Deadline for homeowners and renters to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance grants and SBA physical disaster loans must be submitted by December 1, 2026.
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Applications for home and business disaster loans must be submitted by December 1, 2026 and applications for EIDL must be submitted by July 2, 2027.
July 2, 2027: Deadline for eligible businesses to apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans applications for EIDL must be submitted by July 2, 2027.
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Applications for home and business disaster loans must be submitted by December 1, 2026 and applications for EIDL must be submitted by July 2, 2027.
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Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Seven Ohio Counties as Sixteen Remain Under Review
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Previously, Pique reported on Oct. 2 that President Donald Trump approved a major disaster declaration for seven Ohio counties while 16 remained under review.
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Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Seven Ohio Counties as Sixteen Remain Under Review