News from 2023
Security Zones; Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Corpus Christi, TX discussed on April 25 by Homeland Security Department
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on April 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Indiana: Be Alert for Post-Disaster Fraud
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: INDIANAPOLIS - After disasters, con-artists and criminals may try to get money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft. In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from survivors. Indiana residents recovering from the March 31 - April 1, 2023, severe storms and tornadoes need to pay attention for these risks and protect themselves.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Indiana
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Indiana to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from March 31-April 1.
FEMA Issues Public Notice for Counties Affected by March-April Tornadoes
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: NASHVILLE, Tenn. - A public notice has been published that addresses FEMA’s intention to reimburse eligible government agencies and nonprofit organizations in 10 Tennessee counties on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work during the March 31 to April 1, 2023, storms and tornadoes.
Private Nonprofit Arkansas Houses of Worship May Be Eligible for FEMA Help to Cover Tornado Damage
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: LITTLE ROCK, Ark.- Qualifying private nonprofit houses of worship in Arkansas may be eligible for FEMA grants to cover expenses related to the March 31 severe storms and tornadoes.
Wayne County Disaster Recovery Center Opened April 22
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: NASHVILLE, Tenn. - A Disaster Recovery Center opened at 7 a.m. Saturday, April 22, in Waynesboro to accommodate residents who were affected by the storms and tornadoes and want to update their existing FEMA applications or learn about state and community programs and other available assistance.
Additional Counties Now Eligible for FEMA Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Residents of San Bernardino County are now eligible for federal disaster assistance through FEMA.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available in Indiana
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana residents who couldn’t work as a direct result of the March 31 - April 1, 2023, severe weather and tornadoes may be eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA).
FEMA Extends Deadline for HBCU/Minority Serving Institutions Summer Internship Program, Opens Program to Tribal Colleges
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA is extending the application deadline for its Summer 2023 Minority Serving Institutions Internship, and will open the program to tribal colleges.
Fair Market Rent Rate to Begin for FEMA Housing Units
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: BATON ROUGE, La. - Starting June 1, 2023, FEMA’s normal rent policies will apply to Hurricane Ida survivors living in FEMA’s mobile housing units (MHUs). FEMA had previously authorized a blanket rent reduction for all MHU occupants through May 2023 for survivors of Hurricane Ida.
Stephen Roncone Appointed Secret Service Chief Financial Officer
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - United States Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has announced the appointment of Stephen Roncone to the position of Chief Financial Officer, April 24, 2023.
FEMA Reaches Historic $30 Billion Milestone for the Recovery of Puerto Rico
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico -Highways, parks, hospitals, educational institutions, water and electricity infrastructure. These are just some of the areas included in projects amounting to $30 billion in allocations from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The assistance is destined for the reconstruction of Puerto Rico after the passage of Hurricane María, to address these and other social and essential service facilities.
McNairy County Disaster Recovery Center to Open April 18
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: NASHVILLE, Tenn. - A Disaster Recovery Center will open at 7 a.m. Tuesday, April 18, in McNairy County to accommodate residents who were affected by the storms and tornadoes and want to update their existing FEMA applications or learn about state and community programs and other available assistance.
DHS-DHS offers new grant application process starting April 26
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
Fiscal Year (FY)2023 Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) - HQ grant opened on April 26.
A Disaster Recovery Center is Open in Mariposa County
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Coulterville, where residents who were affected by the severe storms and flooding that started on Feb. 21 can get information on disaster assistance.
Free Crisis Counseling Available to Tornado Survivors
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: RIDGELAND, Miss. - A disaster can shock the emotions of the people who lived through it. Survivors frequently report feelings of anger, depression, sadness, and stress or anxiety for months after the event.
Ellis County, Texas, Flood Maps Become Final
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: DENTON, Texas - New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Oct. 19, 2023, for Ellis County, Texas. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt these new flood maps.
When Applying for Disaster Assistance, Provide FEMA with Your Insurance Documentation
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: LITTLE ROCK, AR - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded more than $5.5 million in disaster assistance for Arkansas survivors of the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 31.
FEMA Issues Public Notice for Mississippi
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: PEARL, Miss. - A public notice has been posted to the FEMA and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency websites which describes available FEMA disaster assistance and proposed FEMA-funded actions, including activities that may affect historic properties, threatened and endangered species, critical habitat, or wetlands and floodplains in Mississippi.
A Disaster Recovery Center is Open in Mariposa County
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 26, 2023
News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Coulterville, where residents who were affected by the severe storms and flooding that started on Feb. 21 can get information on disaster assistance.