Homeland Newswire Report News
FEMA Region 3: Act Now to Prevent Problems from Spring Flooding
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
While Spring brings the promise of warmer weather and longer days, it also brings the threat of spring flooding. That is why the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region 3 is urging residents to take a moment and look at whether they’re prepared should parts of the region experience spring flooding.
Private Nonprofits, including Houses of Worship, Eligible for Disaster Assistance
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
Private nonprofit organizations, including houses of worship and other faith-based organizations, may be eligible to apply for federal assistance to help recover from damage in the California counties affected by the severe January winter storms and flooding.
Nearly $7 Billion in Federal Support Helps Floridians with Rent, Repair, Temporary Housing, Debris, Emergency Response, Other Costs After Hurricane Ian
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
More than $6.97 billion in federal support to Floridians is helping households, communities, and the state of Florida recover from Hurricane Ian.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for New York
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of New York to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm and snowstorm Dec. 23-28, 2022.
FEMA Addresses Flood Risks in 25 Municipalities
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
According to the Puerto Rico Planning Board, floods on the island represent billions in losses and put at risk some 200,000 residences located in flood-prone areas. To reduce the effects of these natural events, the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program is working on 35 projects with an investment of $122 million.
One Day Left for Jan. 12 Alabama Storm Survivors to Apply for Federal Assistance
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
Alabama homeowners and renters who sustained damage to their primary property due to the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes have one day left to apply for federal assistance.
Ten Key Facts to Know About Federal Disaster Assistance
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
Federal assistance can be an important recovery resource for Alabamians with uninsured or underinsured property damage from the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for New Hampshire
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of New Hampshire to supplement state and local recovery efforts in areas affected by a severe storm and flooding during the period of Dec. 22-25, 2022.
Mitigation Measures after Historic Flooding in West Virginia Prove Effective in Recent Storms
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
Officials in Lincoln County, W.Va., say mitigation projects in this community prevented further damage this past February when the area experienced heavy rains.
Six Tips for A Flood Smart Spring
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
With an above normal spring flood risk across much of Minnesota and western Wisconsin, waiting until the weather warms to prepare may end up costing you thousands of dollars in expensive repairs.
FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips at Marvin’s in Selma
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
Repairing or rebuilding your home? Disaster survivors who are working on their homes after the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes can visit Marvin’s Hardware Store in Selma to speak with FEMA mitigation specialists about their damage and discuss how to best repair their homes.
Be Prepared for Future Disasters
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
Tornadoes may end up causing massive destruction to homes, property, and infrastructure.
FEMA Urges California and Nevada Residents to Heed Flood Warnings
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
Residents in parts of central California and western Nevada are urged to pay attention to local officials as additional heavy rains and flooding are predicted.
Avoid and Report Disaster Fraud
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
A survivor recently reported getting a text that their “federal government check in the amount of $2800 has been disbursed”.