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Mississippi opens five disaster centers for Tropical Storm Arthur victims

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said it will open five Disaster Service Centers at noon Tuesday, Aug. 18, to serve residents who suffered damage during Tropical Storm Arthur on June 18-20, 2026 (DR-4930-MS).

The agency said the centers are located in Hancock, Harrison, Pearl River and Stone counties.

MEMA said applicants should bring a Social Security number; contact information; household income before taxes; damage and insurance information; and direct-deposit details when applying for assistance.

People can also apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362), or through the FEMA App, the agency said.

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Jon Ross Myers

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