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HAVE QUESTIONS? CALL THESE NUMBERS

 

Emergencies: Bay St. Louis police, 228 467-9221; Bay St. Louis Fire Department, (288) 467-4736; all others, 911.

 

Curfews: South of the railroad tracks, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.; north of the railroad tracks,11 p.m. to 5 a.m.; Bay St. Louis, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

 

Who should I call to report a non-emergency hazardous material threat?

Call the Hancock County Emergency Operations Center at (228) 466-8214; (228) 466-8228 or (866) 287-6935.

 

General information and assistance in regards to actual or potential hazardous materials discharges and other environmental threats: Hancock County Emergency Operations Center, (228) 466-8228 or 8229.

 

Mold problems: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) toll free at 1-800-438-4318

 

Deaths from Hurricane Katrina: St. Louis Funeral Home, (228) 467-9031.

 

Stray animals: (228) 467-5101.

Temporary housing or disaster assistance: FEMA Disaster Assistance at (800) 621-3362, TTY at (800) 462-7585, or visit www.fema.gov.

 

Army Corps of Engineers BLUE ROOF PROGRAM: (888) 766-3258.

 

FEMA trailer maintenance problems: Toll free (866) 877-6075; local (601) 352-8342 or collect at (240) 379-3600.

 

General information number that I can call to get information about temporary sheltering, mass feeding and distribution of essential supplies: Hancock County Emergency Operations Center, (228) 466-8227.

 

Report a power outage or request a power pole: Coast Electric customers call (800) 624-3348; Mississippi Power customers call (800) 487-3275.

 

Where are postal services available?

Street delivery into areas that are not restricted or unsafe has resumed. In restricted areas the following offices have been setup.

• Bay St. Louis - 200 Hwy 90, Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Kiln - 16250 Hwy 603, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and on Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Pearlington and Waveland post office box customers can receive mail at their own personal boxes at the Bay St. Louis Post Office.

 

Private water well questions: Pearl River Health Department, (601) 798-5354 or 6212.

 

Vessel salvage and planning; fishing: U.S. Coast Guard (251) 441-5368 or 5354. Vessel removal: U.S. Coast Guard at (866) 287-6935.

 

Towed vehicles: Mike Perniciaro, (228) 467-7005; Charles Perniciaro, (228) 467-9997; Moss Towing, (228) 467-5227; Darryl Lacoste Towing, (228) 467-4454; All Star Towing, (228) 466-4861; Mississippi Highway Patrol, (228) 432-0195; and the Hancock County Equine Center.

 

Vehicle tag questions:Tax Collector/Assessor’s Office,16603 Hwy 603, Kiln. Applications must be made in-person. The phone number is (228) 255-8746.

 

General information about health, medical care, and social service needs: (228) 466-8224, (228) 466-8225 or (228) 466-8226 at the Hancock County Emergency Operations Center.

 

Hancock County Public Health Department: (228) 831-5151.

 

Women Infants Children (WIC) program: Call (601) 566-6631.

 

Medical oxygen refills: LINCARE, (228) 865-9547.

 

Medical hotline: (228) 867-5000.

 

Food stamps: 1-800-948-3050.

 

Gulf Coast Home Care: 1-800-489-1307

 

Bay St. Louis-Waveland School District Hotline: (228) 467-6621.

 

Disaster related crimes: Mississippi Attorney General’s Office, (228) 865-1642; (228) 865-4185 or (228) 861-4305.

 

Is there a number for the Justice Court?

Yes. It is (228) 255-5701.

 

Find bank accounts and financial records: Operation Hope at 1-888-388-4673, go to www.operationhope.org or e-mail hopecoalition@operationhope.org.

 

Legal assistance: 866-255-4495

Insurance information: The Mississippi Insurance Department call center is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1-800-562-2957 or 1-800-856-1982 (outside). Web site: www.doi.state.ms.us. State Insurance Consumer Helpline: 1-800-562-2957.

 

Where should contractors in Hancock County go to ask about work as debris haulers or quality controllers?

Contact Hemphill/Eutaw Construction, 1000A DeLisle Road, Kiln, (228) 586-9160. 

 

Volunteer Registration Center: Kiln Public Library.  To provide volunteer services, call (321) 837-6443.  If you need volunteer services, call (321) 837-6441.

 

How can I get work with Bechtel’s construction effort to set up temporary housing?

Local contractors and suppliers can register in Bechtel’s database or learn more about equipment needs at http://supplier.bechtel.com. Those seeking employment call 800-644-7244. Jobs may not be in Mississippi.

 

Debris clean-up job opportunities: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ contractor AshBritt, (228) 586-9160.

 

Home or small business damage assessment: Chapter of American Institute of Architects at 866-242-2203

 

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^{FEMA TRAILER FAQ}

 

How long can people keep the trailers?
People will be able to keep the trailers for up to 18 months.

Will people have to pay after 18 months?
After 18 months the trailer will be returned to FEMA.

What if people do not own private property?
If people do not have private property on which a trailer may beplaced, then they will be placed in a commercial site on property leased by FEMA.

What about utility hookups?
Utility bills are the responsibility of the Travel Trailer (TT) resident. If an applicant asks to have a TT placed on private property, they will need to have the utilities available on site.

Does debris need to be cleared prior to getting a trailer?
Yes, the site for the TT needs to be clear of debris prior to delivery. If there is no site for the TT to be placed upon, the TT will not be delivered.

Where can I get propane?
Propane can be purchased through a local propane dealership.

My needs have changed, how can I Get an ADA trailer?
If an applicant has received a TT but feels they need an ADA trailer, they need to apply with FEMA. A Pre-Placement Interview (PPI) has to be conducted to determine if there is an actual need for an ADA trailer. A team of inspectors may also come out to the current site to perform a visual assessment of the applicant’s needs. Once these steps have been taken, the process would continue as normal. If the applicant has not received a TT and feels they need an ADA trailer, they need to apply with FEMA through the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or online at www.fema.gov or visit a DRC and make their special housing needs known. It is very important that an applicant indicates their special housing needs during the initial application in order to make the hosing application process as smooth as possible.

The process of applying for and occupying a TT can be time-consuming and requests need to be made through the proper channels. Call the helpline (1-800-621-3362) or visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) and make your housing needs known. Evacuees who need ADA compliant travel trailers need to be specific about their needs and can be accommodated. Utilities must be available at the site. A site inspector must look at your site to make sure it is appropriate for a travel trailer or mobile home. After the site is approved and permits obtained, the travel trailer or mobile home will be delivered by a contractor with FEMA. Once delivered, a FEMA contractor will set up the unit and schedule and complete the utility hookup. When the contractor has completed the process of readying the trailer for the applicant, a FEMA representative will complete the appropriate paperwork for occupancy.

How long will it take to get a trailer?
The process of applying for and occupying a TT can be time-consuming and the length of time to receive a TT can depend on the priority status of the applicant. Applicants who are considered Priority 1 eligible could receive their trailer in 5-7 days. Otherwise, it may take nearly 4-6 weeks.

I was sharing a trailer and now need my own, what should I do?
People have to visit a DRC and speak to a FEMA representative or call the 1-800-621-FEMA helpline to determine their eligibility. If they are eligible for a TT, then they would continue the usual application process.