Disaster Recovery Center to open in Scott County

SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) — A Disaster Recovery Center is opening Tuesday in Scott County to aid residents affected by the May 16 disaster.

FEMA Individual Assistance staff and the U.S. Small Business Administration will be available to assist with disaster applications, answer questions and upload required documents.

The center, located at Tanner Street Church of God, 619 Tanner St., will operate:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

The center will be closed July 4 and reopen July 5.

Residents are encouraged to apply for FEMA assistance online at Home | disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362 before visiting the center. The application deadline is August 11, 2025.