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FEMA Public Assistance Funding Authorized for Communities to Restore Permanent Infrastructure
By Homeland Newswire | May 19, 2023
News Release: NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Tennessee’s major disaster declaration for the March 31 to April 1 storms and tornadoes now authorizes additional funding under FEMA’s Public Assistance program to pay for eligible permanent work to restore community infrastructure.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Tennessee
By Homeland Newswire | May 19, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- 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.
FEMA Awards Vermont Nearly $1.4 Million For COVID Protective Gear Costs
By Homeland Newswire | May 19, 2023
News Release: BOSTON - The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be sending almost $1.4 million to the State of Vermont to reimburse the costs of providing personal protective equipment for public safety personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic.
One Week Left for Mississippi Storm Survivors to Apply for Federal Support
By Homeland Newswire | May 19, 2023
News Release: MADISON, Miss. - Mississippi homeowners and renters who sustained damage to their primary property from the March 24-25 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes have one week left to apply for federal assistance. The deadline is 11:59 p.m., Central Time, May 25, 2023.
Deadline Extended for Private Nonprofits, including Houses of Worship, to apply for Disaster Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | May 19, 2023
News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Private nonprofit organizations, including houses of worship and other faith-based organizations, now have until June 16 to apply for FEMA assistance to help recover from damage in the California counties affected by the severe winter storms. flooding, landslides and mudslides that began on Feb. 21.
FEMA Approves $40 Million for Hurricane Ian Debris Removal in Fort Myers Beach, North Port
By Homeland Newswire | May 19, 2023
News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - FEMA Public Assistance has approved grants totaling $40.1 million for Hurricane Ian debris removal in Fort Myers Beach and North Port.
Hours to Change at Disaster Recovery Centers
By Homeland Newswire | May 18, 2023
News Release: OKLAHOMA CITY - FEMA and the State of Oklahoma Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in McClain and Pottawatomie counties will begin new hours of operation on Thursday, May 18. Both locations will now be open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and closed on Sunday.
Two Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Mono County
By Homeland Newswire | May 18, 2023
News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Disaster Recovery Centers are now open in Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes in Mono County, where residents who were affected by the February/March severe storms and flooding can get information on disaster assistance.
Tornadoes Can Touch Down at Any Time; Being Prepared is Vital
By Homeland Newswire | May 18, 2023
News Release: NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The deadly tornadoes that marched across Middle Tennessee earlier this year are a reminder that these violently rotating columns of air can touch down any place, at any time. Preparing for them is vital to keeping your family safe.
New Virtual Reality Experience Tests Users’ Fire Safety Skills
By Homeland Newswire | May 17, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- In partnership with Meta, FEMA’s Ready Campaign, the Ad Council and the U.S. Fire Administration co-launched a new virtual reality experience promoting fire safety awareness.
Renters in Broward County Can Apply for FEMA Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | May 17, 2023
News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - Renters in Broward County whose homes and property were damaged by the April 12-14 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding can apply for federal disaster assistance.
We Are FEMA’s USVI Team
By Homeland Newswire | May 17, 2023
News Release: ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands - The recovery from the 2017 hurricanes, Irma and Maria, is progressing and FEMA is still here assisting the Territory with the efforts. During the next several weeks, FEMA will be posting the “We Are FEMA USVI" series on their FEMA U.S. Virgin Islands Facebook page. The posts will highlight programs/groups, staff and recovery projects in the territory.
Additional Mobile Disaster Recovery Center Stops in Broward County
By Homeland Newswire | May 16, 2023
News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers will be making several stops in Broward County to meet survivors of the April 12-14 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding.
Crisis Counseling Available to California Residents Affected by Recent Storms and Flooding
By Homeland Newswire | May 16, 2023
News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Crisis-counseling services are available to Californians affected by the severe storms and flooding that took place in February and March in Kern, Madera, Mariposa, Mendocino, Mono, Monterey, San Benito, San Bernardino, Santa Cruz, Tulare and Tuolumne counties.
30 Days Left to Register with FEMA for Disaster Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | May 16, 2023
News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Survivors with losses caused by the severe storms, floods, landslides and mudslides that began Feb. 21 have less than 30 days to register for federal disaster assistance.
Disaster Legal Services Available to California Residents After the Recent Storms and Flooding
By Homeland Newswire | May 16, 2023
News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Homeowners and renters in disaster-designated counties affected by the recent severe winter storms and flooding may now have access to free legal advice for disaster-related legal issues. Residents can call a Disaster Legal Service hotline at 888-382-3406 or go to
Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency publishes 76 press releases in February
By Homeland Newswire | May 14, 2023
There were 76 press releases published by the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency in February.
Understanding Your FEMA Letter
By Homeland Newswire | May 13, 2023
News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - Survivors who applied for assistance from FEMA after the April 12-14 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding will receive a determination letter from FEMA in the mail or via email.
Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Cleveland County
By Homeland Newswire | May 13, 2023
News Release: OKLAHOMA CITY - FEMA and the State of Oklahoma will open a joint Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Cleveland County on Saturday, May 13 to help survivors affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes that occurred April 19-20.
Just Two Weeks Left for Mississippi Storm Survivors to Apply for Federal Support
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 13, 2023
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.