Federal Emergency Management Agency (fema)
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Recent News About Federal Emergency Management Agency (fema)
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FEMA Supporting Typhoon Mawar Response
President Biden granted emergency declarations today to both the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands and Guam ahead of Typhoon Mawar. The declarations authorize FEMA to supplement territorial and local response efforts to help save lives, protect property, public health and safety.
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Two Weeks Left to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance
Homeowners and renters in Cannon, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Lewis, Macon, McNairy, Rutherford, Tipton and Wayne counties who had damage or losses in the March 31 to April 1 storms and tornadoes have just two weeks left to apply for federal disaster assistance.
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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Emergency Declaration for the Northern Mariana Islands
FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to supplement commonwealth and local response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from Typhoon Mawar beginning May 22, 2023 and continuing.
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FEMA, VDEM Approve Plan to Make Virginia Stronger Against Disasters with a Goal of Expanding Equity
The Commonwealth of Virginia adopts its updated Hazard Mitigation Plan with new goals and actions for the next five years.
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Deadline to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance is May 25
This Thursday, May 25, is the last day to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. If you are a survivor of the March tornados and severe storms and interested in help with your recovery, submit your application by 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
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Nearly $80 Million from FEMA To Address Mental Health in Puerto Rico
The allocations will support the services offered by ASSMCA in various facilities on the island.
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Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Clinton County
A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit Clinton County from May 22 – 24 to help survivors of the March 31 – April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
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It’s Important to Submit an SBA Disaster Loan Application Soon
Survivors of Indiana’s March 31 – April 1 severe storms and tornadoes who apply for disaster assistance from FEMA may be referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) with information on how to apply for a low-interest, long-term disaster loan.
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Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program FY 2022 Subapplication and Selection Status
The Flood Mitigation Assistance grant program is a competitive annual grant program that provides funding to states, local communities, federally recognized tribes, and territories. Funds can be used for projects that reduce or eliminate the risk of repetitive flood damage to buildings insured by the National Flood Insurance Program.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces an Additional $160 Million to Build Climate and Disaster Resilience Nationwide, Including Over $50 Million for Tribal Nations
Over 45 Disadvantaged and Underserved Communities Selected for Direct Technical Assistance
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Disaster Legal Services Available
Hoosiers in disaster-designated counties affected by recent severe storms and tornadoes may now have access to free legal advice through Disaster Legal Services (DLS), which provides free help with disaster-related legal issues for low-income disaster survivors.
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One Month Left to Register for Disaster Assistance
Indiana residents affected by the March 31 – April 1 storms and tornados have one month left to register for FEMA disaster assistance.
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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians to supplement tribal recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm and flooding Feb. 23-26, 2023.
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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Tennessee
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Tennessee to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and a tornado from March 1-3, 2023.
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Just Two Weeks Left for Mississippi Storm Survivors to Apply for Federal Support
Mississippi homeowners and renters who sustained damage to their primary property from the March 24-25 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes have just two weeks left to apply for federal assistance.
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Secretary Mayorkas and U.S. Fire Administrator Honored Fallen Firefighters and Discussed National Fire Strategy to Prevent Firefighter Deaths
42nd National Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial Weekend took place at National Emergency Management Center on May 7
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FEMA approves Nearly $16 Million in Federal Funding for the Kentucky Division of Emergency Management
FEMA has approved nearly $16 million for the Kentucky Division of Emergency Management (KYEM) to support their emergency operations center (EOC) in response to the severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides last summer.
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FEMA Direct Temporary Housing Helps Families Return Home in Western Kentucky
Eighteen months after a major disaster was declared for Western Kentucky due to tornadoes and severe storms, FEMA’s temporary housing program is scheduled to end for survivors Friday, June 12, 2023.
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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Kentucky
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the Commonwealth of Kentucky to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides Feb. 15-20, 2023.
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Mobile Disaster Recovery Center Making Stop in Greenville
Mobile Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) run by FEMA and the state of Mississippi is now open in Greenville.