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FEMA Awards Almost $1.5 Million to State of New Hampshire for COVID Training Costs
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be sending almost $1.5 million to the State of New Hampshire to reimburse the state for the cost of training during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Road Renovations in Mountain Towns with FEMA Funds
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
Puerto Rico’s Cordillera Central and the public roads that connect the 15 municipalities that are part of it have received —to date— obligations totaling over $672 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to repair bridges and roads in the area.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for the Muscogee (Creek) Nation
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and ordered federal aid to supplement the tribe’s efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm from Dec. 21-25, 2022.
FEMA Updates Flood Maps in Riverside and San Bernardino counties and the cities of Chino, Chino Hills, Colton, Corona, Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, Norco, Ontario, Rialto and Riverside
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has delivered preliminary flood maps for unincorporated Riverside and San Bernardino counties and the cities of Chino, Chino Hills, Colton, Corona, Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, Norco, Ontario, Rialto and Riverside.
Be Prepared for Future Disasters
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
Tornadoes may end up causing massive destruction to homes, property, and infrastructure.
FEMA Urges California and Nevada Residents to Heed Flood Warnings
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
Residents in parts of central California and western Nevada are urged to pay attention to local officials as additional heavy rains and flooding are predicted.
Avoid and Report Disaster Fraud
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
A survivor recently reported getting a text that their “federal government check in the amount of $2800 has been disbursed”. The text instructed the survivor to visit a link and provide personal information for FEMA to verify
Christian County Receives Nearly $1.2 Million in Federal Funding to Repair and Strengthen Electric Grid
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
FEMA has approved nearly $1.2 million in total funding to reimburse the Pennyrile Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation (PRECC) for repairs to its power distribution system.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Emergency Declaration for California
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of California to supplement state, tribal and local response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from severe winter storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides beginning March 9, 2023, and continuing.
FEMA Awards Nearly $1.4 Million to Massachusetts for COVID-19 Supplies
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be sending almost $1.4 million to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to reimburse it for the cost of purchasing emergency supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
FEMA Expands its Reinsurance Program by Transferring $275 Million in Flood Risk to Capital Markets
By Homeland Newswire Reports | Mar 28, 2023
FEMA continues to engage reinsurance markets to help strengthen the financial framework of the National Flood Insurance Program and promote private sector participation in flood-risk management.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Mississippi
By Homeland Newswire | Mar 27, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Mississippi to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes on March 24-25, 2023.
How to Apply for FEMA Assistance After Mississippi Tornadoes
By Homeland Newswire | Mar 27, 2023
News Release: ATLANTA - Mississippi homeowners and renters in Carroll, Humphreys, Monroe and Sharkey counties who were affected by the March 24-25 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes may apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
Secretary Mayorkas, FEMA Administrator Criswell Visit Devastated Areas of Mississippi
By Homeland Newswire | Mar 27, 2023
News Release: TWASHINGTON -- Today, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell visited the devastated areas of Mississippi following Friday evening’s deadly tornadoes.
How to Apply for FEMA Assistance After Mississippi Tornadoes
By Homeland Newswire | Mar 27, 2023
News Release: ATLANTA - Mississippi homeowners and renters in Carroll, Humphreys, Monroe and Sharkey counties who were affected by the March 24-25 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes may apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
How to Apply for FEMA Assistance After Mississippi Tornadoes
By Homeland Newswire | Mar 27, 2023
News Release: ATLANTA - Mississippi homeowners and renters in Carroll, Humphreys, Monroe and Sharkey counties who were affected by the March 24-25 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes may apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
Homeland Security Secretary, FEMA Administrator to Travel to Mississippi Following Devastating Tornadoes
By Homeland Newswire | Mar 26, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- Following Friday night’s devastating tornadoes that swept across Mississippi, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell will travel to the state Sunday to survey the damage and meet with state and local officials.
FEMA Awards State of Vermont Over $3.1 Million For COVID Hospital Staffing Costs
By Homeland Newswire | Mar 25, 2023
News Release: BOSTON - The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be sending more than $3.1 million to the State of Vermont to reimburse it for the costs of providing extra staff for hospitals to handle increased patient loads during the COVID-19 pandemic.
FEMA Extends Transitional Sheltering Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Mar 25, 2023
News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - FEMA approved an extension for Transitional Sheltering Assistance for survivors who still need time finding housing and continue to qualify for the program. There are two dates to pay attention to...
FEMA Awards UVM Medical Center Over $4 Million For COVID Equipment Costs
By Homeland Newswire | Mar 24, 2023
News Release: BOSTON - The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be sending more than $4 million to the State of Vermont to reimburse the University of Vermont Medical Center for the costs of purchasing personal protective equipment (PPE) for the hospital’s staff and other medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic.