Guidance Concerning Borrowers Affected by Storm Damage in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands

The U.S. Department of Education (ED) recently issued a Dear Guaranty Agency Director (DGAD) letter in response to the storm damage that occurred November 2 on the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (see attachment). Lenders and guaranty agencies should follow the guidelines established in the January 14, 1997 DGAD letter (see UHEAA Bulletin Volume 97-Issue 11).

The attached DGAD letter, dated December 10, 1997, provides the designated disaster areas affected by Typhoon Keith. These lists are current only as of the date of the letters. If additional areas are designated by the President, ED will distribute a revised comprehensive list. Lenders and guaranty agencies may contact ED's toll-free number (800) 433-7327, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time for further updates.

If you have questions regarding the DGAD letters, please contact the Policy and Training Department at (801) 321-7166.

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