News from August 2023
May: U.S. Department of Homeland Security publishes 14 press releases
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 14, 2023
There were 14 press releases published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in May.
Department of Homeland Security, Science and Technology Directorate publishes 51 press releases in May
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 14, 2023
There were 51 press releases published by the Department of Homeland Security, Science and Technology Directorate in May.
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Mangilao to Close Aug. 16, Help is Still Available
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 14, 2023
News Release: Guam Homeland Security Office of Civil Defense, FEMA and the Village of Mangilao, will close the Disaster Recovery Center at Guam Community College, but help is still available.
Photo Release—FEMA, Federal Response to Hawaii Wildfires Continues
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 14, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- As federal, state and county emergency responders increase their presence in Hawaii, they join forces with non-profit partners to begin addressing the immediate needs of survivors affected by the devastating wildfires.
Mawar Debris Pick-up Begins in Tamuning, Two Additional Villages Scheduled for Service
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 14, 2023
News Release: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Typhoon Mawar debris mission continues to make its way through villages throughout Guam, conducting separation and pickup of Mawar related debris from residential properties. Debris separation crews are scheduled to start today in Tamuning, with the villages of Hagat and Sinajana scheduled to begin next week.
Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency publishes 120 press releases in May
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 14, 2023
There were 120 press releases published by the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency in May.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for New Jersey
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 14, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of New Jersey to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storm and flooding July 14-15, 2023.
FEMA, Federal Partners Provide Critical Aid to Hawaii Wildfire Response and Recovery Efforts
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 14, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- As fire containment efforts continue in Hawaii, FEMA is working with its federal partners to provide immediate relief and lend support to the state-led and locally executed mission on the ground. More than 250 FEMA staff are deployed and leveraging partner agency expertise to help Hawaii residents and communities jumpstart their recovery.
Public press releases: U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs publishes 14 in February
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 14, 2023
There were 14 press releases published by the U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs in February.
Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zone; Ohio River Mile Markers 90.4-91, Wheeling, WV on Aug. 14
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on Aug. 14, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
June Tornado Survivors Now May Apply for FEMA Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: Madison, Miss. - Mississippi homeowners and renters in Jackson and Jasper counties who were affected by the June 14-19 severe storms and tornadoes now may apply for FEMA disaster assistance, following the approval of a major disaster declaration on Aug. 12, 2023. They may be eligible for grants for basic home repairs and other disaster-related expenses.
ICE conducts single adult, family unit removal flights Aug. 7-11
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in coordination with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, facilitated multiple removal flights, including single adults and family units, to Central America, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and Peru as part of dozens of other routine ICE removal flights conducted throughout the hemisphere and around the world the week of August 7.
FEMA, SBA Assistance Tops $27.9 Million for Vermont Storm Survivors
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: Just 30 days after President Joe Biden declared a major disaster for the state of Vermont following the July severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides, more than $27.9 million in federal assistance has been provided by FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to support the state’s recovery.
TSA announces expansion of Certified Cargo Screening Program for manufacturers and shippers
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
Release: WASHINGTONThe Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced changes to the Certified Cargo Screening Program that will enable more shippers to enter the secure supply chain. This change was published in the Federal Register.
FEMA, Federal Agencies Continue Hawaii Response Efforts
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- As response efforts continue, FEMA is sending additional personnel to Hawaii to support wildfire recovery efforts. Personnel on the ground are working with state, local and private entities to develop a temporary shelter and housing solutions.
Maui Residents May be Eligible for Transitional Sheltering, Critical Needs
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- This afternoon, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell participated in a White House media brief to provide an update on the federal response to wildfires in Hawaii.
Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Middlesex County, Massachusetts
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 15, 2023
News Release: Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review by residents and business owners in affected communities in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements.
Safety Zone, Upper Mississippi River MM 660.5-659.5, Lansing, IA discussed on Aug. 15 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 16, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on Aug. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Illinois
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 16, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Illinois to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe storms and flooding June 29 to July 2, 2023.
Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zone; Ohio River, Mile Markers 46 to 46.5, St. Albans, WV on Aug. 15
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 16, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on Aug. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.