Posted at 6:15 p.m., Saturday, October 28, 2006
More sign up for quake assistance
Advertiser Staff
A FEMA spokesman said 84 Big Island residents signed up for disaster assistance today at recovery centers in Kona and Waimea.The disaster centers were set up in the wake of back-to-back earthquakes on Oct. 15. The residents, who are renters or homeowners, can get grants in seven to 10 days for emergency repairs.
Including those who signed up today, 668 people have registered at the recovery center so far, FEMA spokesman Greg Hughes said.
In addition to FEMA grants, residents can get information on low-interest home or agricultural loans. The Small Business Administration is also helping businessowners with loans. Hughes said the centers will remain open as long as they are needed.
