TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Floridians who have applied for FEMA disaster assistance could get a call to schedule an inspection or obtain more information.

These calls may come from unfamiliar area codes or phone numbers, according to FEMA.

An inspection may be required to determine if the home is safe, sanitary, functional, and accessible. If the phone is not answered, it could cause delays in FEMA’s review of the application.

A FEMA specialist may call for additional information, or call regarding an application that was started and not finished.

According to FEMA, specialists will never ask for money in return for disaster assistance. Home Inspectors with FEMA carry photo ID with them and will never charge.

Fraud sometimes follows a disaster, FEMA advises applicants, that if someone asks for money, they do not represent FEMA.

Homeowners and renters impacted by Hurricane Milton are encouraged to apply online, using the FEMA app, or by phone at 800-621-3362.

If residents have already applied for FEMA assistance due to Hurricane Debby or Hurricane Helene, they are asked to apply separately for any additional damages done by Hurricane Milton.