Residents living on the waterways who were affected by Hurricanes Milton, Helene, or Debby may receive financial help from FEMA. Hillsborough County recently announced that this assistance can cover various needs, including temporary lodging, personal property loss, and other disaster-related expenses that aren't insured.

For residents living on boats, it's important to confirm that their vessel was their main home before and during the storm to qualify for assistance. The announcement stated that applicants need to provide a complete address for the marina, dock, slip, or mooring number unless the boat was kept on private property.

Boaters with damaged homes have a limited opportunity for assistance from FEMA. This support is not comprehensive but helps where insurance might fall short. The disaster assistance is designed to ensure that, despite the unpredictability of storms, those living on the water won't be left struggling financially after such devastating events.

As recovery starts, residents living on the water can apply for financial help to ease their loss and displacement. FEMA encourages hurricane victims to document their damage and seek assistance to rebuild their lives.