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FEMA Updates Flood Maps in Shasta County and Redding
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has delivered preliminary flood maps for unincorporated Shasta County and the City of Redding. The maps identify revised flood hazards along the Stillwater Creek and its tributaries down to the confluence of the Sacramento River.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for the Hoopa Valley Tribe
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the Hoopa Valley Tribe to supplement tribal recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storms and mudslides Feb. 14 to March 5, 2023.
FEMA/Lafayette Public Library Workshop Canceled for April 27
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
FEMA/Lafayette Public Library Workshop Canceled for April 27
One Month After Mississippi Tornadoes, Massive Recovery Mission Going Strong
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
One month after President Joe Biden signed a major disaster declaration for storm-ravaged Mississippi, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) have provided tornado survivors with $17.5 million in federal disaster assistance
SBA Helps Arkansas Businesses Impacted by Severe Storms and Tornadoes
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the state of Arkansas and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continue to assist Arkansans following the March 31 severe storms and tornadoes.
Disaster Recovery Center Open in Lake County
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Lake County from April 27-29 and May 8-10 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Disaster Recovery Center Open in Midpines in Mariposa County
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Midpines, where residents who were affected by the February/March severe storms and flooding can get information on disaster assistance.
Free Crisis Counseling Available to Tornado Survivors
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
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.
Oklahoma Survivors in McClain and Pottawatomie Counties Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
Oklahoma homeowners and renters in McClain and Pottawatomie counties who sustained damage from the recent severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from April 19-20 could be eligible for help from FEMA.
FEMA Holds its First Water Summit
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
During the event, solutions to address water access throughout the island will be presented
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Oklahoma
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Oklahoma to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from April 19-20, 2023.
FEMA Specialists to Offer Rebuilding Tips in Sherwood
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
FEMA Hazard Mitigation Outreach Specialists will be available at F.L. Davis Ace in Sherwood from Tuesday, April 25 to Saturday, May 6.
Private Nonprofit Arkansas Houses of Worship May Be Eligible for FEMA Help to Cover Tornado Damage
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
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.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available in Indiana
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
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 Continues to Offer Free Rebuilding Tips at The Home Depot in Vicksburg
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
Repairing or rebuilding your home? Disaster survivors who are working on their homes after the March 24-25 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes can visit The Home Depot in Vicksburg to speak with FEMA mitigation specialists about their damage and discuss how to best repair their homes.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Texas
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Texas to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm from Jan. 30 to Feb. 2, 2023.
Wayne County Disaster Recovery Center Opened April 22
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
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.
Nature-Based Solutions for a Resilient Recovery
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
The north coast of Puerto Rico is home to nearly 50 percent of the island’s dunes, which provide important services for the ecosystem: they protect hawksbill habitats, as well as communities and critical infrastructure from coastal flooding and storm surges.
Hours to Change at Disaster Recovery Centers
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
The five FEMA and the State of Arkansas joint Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) will begin new hours of operation on Sunday, April 23. The centers assist survivors affected by the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 31.
A Disaster Recovery Center is Open in San Benito County
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 30, 2023
A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Hollister, where residents who were affected by the severe storms and flooding that started on Feb. 21 can get information on disaster assistance.