Emergency Agencies

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) www.fema.gov
Registration Hotline 800-621-FEMA
800-621-3362
Open Mon.-Sat. 8 am – 6 pm
Limited Sun. Hours
Hearing & Speech Impaired (TTY)
800-462-7585

FEMA Disaster Recovery Center - Caruthersville
Get information on a variety of state of federal disaster relief programs
American Legion Hall
716 Truman Blvd.
Open 9am-7pm
Until Further Notice

State Emergency Management Agency
SEMA/AmeriCorps Donation Coordination Center
Accepting & distributing recovery supplies, equipment, manpower and services.
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
866-254-0140

Multi-Agency Resource Center
Caruthersville – Methodist Church Basement
Speak with the following organizations:
9 am – 5 pm
Salvation Army: vouchers
Health Department: Tetanus Shots
Family Support Services: Food Stamps
USDA Rural Development: Housing
Department of Insurance
AmeriCorps: Debris Removal and Tarping
Landline phones (to call FEMA)

Emergency Assistance

American Red Cross Service Center and Shelter
Caruthersville Community Center
1101 Carleton
Housing, Hot Meals, Showers, Child Care, Medicine, Financial Assistance

Food, Water, Ice, Pet Food, Tarps, Cleaning Supplies, and other Emergency Supplies

Sacred Heart Catholic Church – Caruthersville
9 am – 5 pm
605 Ward

Crossroads Worship Center – Braggadocio
4238 State Highway J

Caruthersville Public Schools

Preschool- will resume its regular schedule on Tuesday, April 18.
All classes will begin on Tuesday, April 18 at the elementary school.
Jr. High and High School classes will be held from 7 am – 12 pm.
Elementary classes will be held from 12:30 pm -5:30 pm.

Housing Assistance

United States Department of Agriculture- Rural Development
USDA is located at the Methodist Church Basement on 512 Ward St. They have listings for apartments available in surrounding areas.

Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation (DAEOC)
Emergency food, shelter, and energy assistance for low-income households
Visit DAEOC in the Methodist Church Basement or call 1-800-748-8320 or 573-379-3851

Utilities

Boil Water Order Has Been Lifted.

Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
900 Truman Blvd.
Emergency: 1-800-556-5469
Non-Emergency: 1-888-824-3434

Electricity
Ameren
UE 1-800-552-7583

Water and Sewer Issues
573-333-0147

Curfew is still in effect in the affected areas. County Crews are working in these areas, and we need everyone's help to stay clear.

Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Hotline

Physical disaster loans for homeowners and renters; economic injury disaster loans for small businesses.
800-366-6303

Disaster Unemployment Assistance

For individuals not benefit-eligible under state unemployment insurance; available for 30 days after county disaster declaration.  800-788-4002

Volunteer Information

If you are interested in volunteering (no contractors) visit the Multi-Agency Resource Center at the United Methodist Church on Ward Ave across from the Sacred Heart Church between 9 AM and 5 PM.

Other Information and Assistance

USDA Rural Development Loan Assistance
For storm-affected existing customers needing help with loan payments. 800-414-1226

Consumer Protection Hotline
Missouri Attorney General's Office
To report fraudulent services or products. 800-392-8222

Missouri Department of Insurance
To report consumer complaints about insurance. 800-726-7390

Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Special tax relief for disaster victims and relief workers. 800-829-1040

Missouri Department of Natural Resources
Advice on environmental concerns. Statewide 800-361-4827

Missouri Department of Health and Human Services
Elderly and disabled assistance, relocation, personal care, housekeeping and protective services. 800-392-0210

Missouri Governor's Council on Disabilities
ADA services request for people with disabilities. 800-877-8249

Mental Health and Counseling
Behavioral Health Response
Counseling needs and crisis intervention. 800-811-4760

Missouri Department of Agriculture
Dead Animal Disposal. 573-751-3377

USDA Service Center
Includes Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, & Rural Development Agency (funds to restore farmland, rebuild fences, debris removal). 1206 Highway 412. 573-333-1923