The state-led sheltering assistance program provides temporary options for those who are not able to get full assistance through their insurance or FEMA.
The State of Georgia and FEMA will be opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Lowndes County to help Hurricane Idalia victims in Cook, Glynn and Lowndes counties.
Florida businesses and residents who lost their jobs or had them interrupted due to Hurricane Idalia and who are not qualified for regular state or federal reemployment assistance benefits can now apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance.
Officials say Power in Perry is on its way to restoration, there are several free food and supply giveaways and law enforcement wants residents to sign up for communication tools.