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FEMA Obligation Supports the Conservation of Freshwater Fish

News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico - The Fish Hatchery in the municipality of Maricao will have a new opportunity to continue cultivating fish species that sustain the population of aquatic life in the islands' reservoirs. The hatchery facilities, which are part of the National Register of Historic Places, will be repaired with over $6 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).


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Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available for California Residents Affected by Recent Storms and Flooding

News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Residents who have lost work as a result of damages from the snow and ice from the severe winter storms, the flooding, landslides and mudslides that took place in February and March may be eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA).


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Private Nonprofits, including Houses of Worship, Eligible for Disaster Assistance

News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Private nonprofit organizations, including houses of worship and other faith-based organizations, may be eligible to apply for FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) program to help recover from damage in the California counties affected by the severe winter storms and flooding in February and March. These counties include: Alpine, Fresno, Kern, Kings, Mariposa, Merced, San Benito. Sierra, Trinity and Tuolumne.


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Review Your Plan, Prepare Now Before Hurricane Season Starts

News Release: ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands -- Now is the time to prepare yourself and your household for the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season. During Hurricane Preparedness Week, assess your personal risk, update your family's emergency communications plan, start to replenish your emergency kit, and review your personal and financial documents.


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Spend FEMA Funds for Specified Disaster-Related Expenses

News Release: As eligible Tennessee homeowners and renters begin receiving disaster funds from FEMA for rental assistance, home repairs or other categories of assistance, it is important to keep track of your spending. Use the money for the specified reason stated in your FEMA letter.


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Disaster Recovery Center Open in Grant County

News Release: INDIANAPOLIS - The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Grant County from May 4-6 and May 15-17 to help survivors of the March 31-April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.


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Oklahomans - Be Alert to Fraud After a Disaster

News Release: OKLAHOMA CITY - Survivors should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after a disaster. In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from survivors.


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FEMA Crews Are in Broward County Neighborhoods

News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - FEMA outreach crews are canvassing communities affected by the April 12-14 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in Broward County to help residents apply for FEMA assistance and to answer questions about federal assistance.


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Building Safety Starts with You

News Release: CHICAGO - May is Building Safety Month, and this year’s campaign, “It Starts with You," reinforces the need for the adoption of modern, regularly updated building codes, and helps individuals, families and businesses understand what it takes to create safe and sustainable structures.


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Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in McClain and Pottawatomie Counties

News Release: OKLAHOMA CITY - FEMA and the State of Oklahoma will open two joint Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in McClain and Pottawatomie counties on Tuesday, May 2 to help survivors affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes that occurred April 19-20.


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Disaster Recovery Center Open in Howard County

News Release: INDIANAPOLIS - The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Howard County from May 1-3 and May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31-April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.


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Disaster Recovery Center Open in Clinton County

News Release: INDIANAPOLIS - The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Clinton County from May 1-3 and May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31-April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.


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Broward County Residents Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - Homeowners and renters in Broward County who were affected by the April 12-14 severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding are now eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance.


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Kentucky Houses of Worship Affected by March Storms Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

Houses of worship and other private nonprofit organizations may be eligible for FEMA assistance to help reimburse costs for emergency protective measures, debris removal and restoration of facilities damaged by storms, straight-line-winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides affecting Kentucky between March 3-4, 2023.


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FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips at Rolling Fork True Value

Repairing or rebuilding your home? Disaster survivors who are working on their homes after the March 24-25 severe weather can learn about reducing risks from future disasters by visiting the Rolling Fork True Value hardware store to speak with a FEMA Community Education and Outreach specialist.


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FEMA Assistance Won’t Affect Other Benefits

Tennessee residents who receive Social Security payments or other government assistance should not be concerned that FEMA disaster assistance aiding their recovery from the March 31 to April 1, 2023, storms and tornadoes will affect their benefits.


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Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Morgan and Johnson Counties

The state of Indiana and FEMA have opened two Disaster Recovery Centers in Morgan and Johnson counties to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.


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Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Sullivan

The state of Indiana and FEMA have opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Sullivan to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.


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What to Expect After Applying for FEMA Assistance

If you live in McClain and Pottawatomie counties and were affected by the April 19-20 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes, FEMA may be able to help with temporary housing expenses, basic home repairs or other essential disaster-related needs that are not covered by insurance.


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Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Offices Open to the Public in Mora, Las Vegas and Santa Fe

The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office has opened three office locations to the public in Mora, Las Vegas, and Santa Fe.