Charley victims seek aid as Florida counts cost
In Port Charlotte hundreds endure 90 degree heat outside the Employ Florida benefits station as Charley layoffs hit jobless residents. Officials report 23,500 aid applications, $11 million in federal help, and ongoing power, phone outages with damage reaching billions. Weymouth area hospitals and Punta Gorda see the worst effects.
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In the Charley aftermath estimated insured home damage may reach 11 billion dollars. About 890000 people lack power and 2300 stay in shelters. 11000 disaster applications filed and 10000 housing requests made by the state. 4400 National Guard troops activated and 4000 insurance adjustors en route. Red Cross offers eight mobile kitchens and five feeding centers serving up to 9000 meals daily.
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