The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced the imminent closure of its Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Hillsborough County. Effective at 7 p.m. this Wednesday, the DRC currently situated at Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library will shut down in preparation for its relocation to the Ruskin Code Enforcement Building on Monday, as reported by Hillsborough County's official newsroom.

According to the same newsroom, the DRC will commence operations at the new venue, located at 410 30th St. SE, Ruskin, FL 33570, starting from 1 p.m. on the following Monday; thereafter, its doors will be open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m beginning Tuesday, residents seeking federal aid are encouraged to make use of the services provided which include assistance with applying for aid and updating applications as well disaster loans among other resources.

The DRC has been integral for Hillsborough County residents and surrounding communities providing indispensable support resources for those in need of aid following disaster hardships. FEMA urges locals and nonprofits to take advantage of the Center's assistance up until closing time today at the Arthenia L. Joyner University Area Community Library with a variety of services related to federal aid applications and inquiries.

While the physical location is transitioning, FEMA has made it clear that assistance remains accessible; individuals can locate alternative DRC facilities by visiting fema.gov/drc or by texting "DRC" followed by a Zip Code to 43362 as well highlighting that applying for assistance can be facilitated through DisasterAssistance.gov or via the FEMA App, as stated in the official source.