DEADLINE FOR FEDERAL DISASTER AID TO FERNLEY IS MARCH 10

February 22, 2008

Washington, D.C.- Today, Senators John Ensign and Harry Reid and Congressman Dean Heller encouraged individuals and small business owners in Fernley who suffered damage to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) if they have not done so already. The March 10 deadline for both organizations is quickly approaching.

“The efforts of FEMA and SBA in helping the people of Fernley recover are appreciated,” said Ensign. “I urge all those affected by the flood to register as soon as possible to further the rebuilding efforts currently underway in Fernley.”

"We appreciate FEMA's fast response and help with the ongoing recovery process in Fernley," said Reid. "It is my hope that those affected will register with FEMA so that we can get them all the help they need."

“Fernley residents have suffered a great deal of hardships since the flood and need all the help they can get. Anyone who has not registered with FEMA or the Small Business Administration should do so as quickly as possible, so as to not miss any benefits they might be entitled to,” said Heller.

To register or to check the status of an existing FEMA registration, please call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or visit FEMA online at www.fema.gov . To submit loan applications to the SBA or to receive further information on available services, go to www.sba.gov/services/disasterassistance . Further, the state of Nevada’s Homeowners Disaster Assistance Program is also offering assistance to homeowners in Fernley. The deadline for this service is also March 10, 2008. If you have questions on eligibility and assistance, please call 775-784-9985.