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FEMA and Federal Agency Partners Continue Supporting Local Response Efforts as National VOAD and Other Voluntary Organizations Play Critical Role in Hawaii
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 13, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA, along with its federal and local agency partners, National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) member organizations and many other volunteer and faith-based organizations continues responding to survivors' immediate needs following the devastating wildfires in Maui.
Applying For FEMA Disaster Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 12, 2023
News Release: HONOLULU, HI - On Thursday, Aug. 10, President Biden declared a major disaster for the state of Hawaii as a result of wildfires occurring August 8 and continuing.
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Montpelier
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 11, 2023
News Release: A Disaster Recovery Center will open at 8 a.m. Aug. 11 in Montpelier (Washington County) to help Vermont residents affected by the July severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The joint recovery center, a temporary facility established in partnership between the town, the state of Vermont and FEMA, will help survivors apply for FEMA assistance, upload documents and answer questions in person.
Ecotourism Project in Ciales Connects Nature with Urban Areas
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 11, 2023
News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) supports the municipality of Ciales in developing opportunities that promote ecotourism, highlight natural and historic resources, and connect outdoor recreational spaces. The agency has facilitated the assistance of several federal entities, such as the Department of the Interior and the National Park Service, in the process of the town’s recovery.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Hawaii
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 11, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Hawaii to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires beginning on Aug. 8, 2023 and continuing.
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Mauna Kea Beach Fire
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 11, 2023
News Release: OAKLAND, Calif. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) regional administrator authorized the use of federal funds on Aug. 9 to assist the state of Hawaii to combat the Mauna Kea Beach Fire burning in Hawaii County.
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Upcountry Fire
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 11, 2023
News Release: OAKLAND, Calif. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) regional administrator authorized the use of federal funds on Aug. 9 to assist the state of Hawaii to combat the Upcountry Fire burning in Maui County.
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in Lamoille and Caledonia County
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 10, 2023
News Release: Disaster Recovery Centers will open at 8 a.m. Aug. 10 in Johnson (Lamoille County) and Danville (Caledonia County) to help Vermont residents affected by the July severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The joint recovery center, a temporary facility established in partnership between the town, the state of Vermont and FEMA, will help survivors apply for FEMA assistance, upload documents and answer questions in person.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Increases Federal Cost Share for Typhoon Mawar Recovery Efforts in Guam
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 10, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced today that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. made additional disaster assistance available to the territory of Guam to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Typhoon Mawar from May 22-29, 2023.
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Pulehu Fire
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 10, 2023
News Release: OAKLAND, Calif. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) regional administrator authorized the use of federal funds on Aug. 9 to assist the state of Hawaii to combat the Pulehu Fire burning in Maui County.
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Springfield to Close Temporarily
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 10, 2023
News Release: The Disaster Recovery Center in Springfield will close temporarily at 5 p.m. Aug. 10. It will reopen at 1 p.m. Aug.12; it will then continue to be open regular hours of 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. The joint recovery center, a temporary facility established in partnership between the town, the state of Vermont and FEMA, will help survivors apply for FEMA assistance, upload documents and answer questions in person.
Continued Rental Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 10, 2023
News Release: If you live in Caledonia, Chittenden, Lamoille, Orange, Orleans, Rutland, Washington, Windham or Windsor counties and were affected by the July severe storms and received initial rental assistance from FEMA you may be eligible for continued rental assistance.
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Lahaina Fire
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 10, 2023
News Release: OAKLAND, Calif. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) regional administrator authorized the use of federal funds on Aug. 9 to assist the state of Hawaii to combat the Lahaina Fire burning in Maui County.
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Kohala Ranch Fire
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 10, 2023
News Release: OAKLAND, Calif. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) regional administrator authorized the use of federal funds on Aug. 8 to assist the state of Hawaii to combat the Kohala Ranch Fire burning in Hawaii County.
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Windham County
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 10, 2023
News Release: A Disaster Recovery Center will open at 8 a.m. Aug. 9 in Jamaica (Windham County) to help Vermont residents affected by the July severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The joint recovery center, a temporary facility established in partnership between the town, the state of Vermont and FEMA, will help survivors apply for FEMA assistance, upload documents and answer questions in person.
FEMA Cost-Share Adjustment Grants New Mexico More Funds for Cerro Pelado Fire
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 10, 2023
News Release: SANTA FE, New Mexico - FEMA announced today that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. made additional funds available for the state of New Mexico to help local communities in Los Alamos and Sandoval counties recover from the 2022 Cerro Pelado Fire.
Prepare Now for the Peak of Atlantic Hurricane Season
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 9, 2023
News Release: ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands - As peak activity in the Atlantic hurricane season approaches, FEMA and the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency urge Virgin Islanders to review and update preparedness plans. Take immediate steps to prepare yourself and loved ones. Replenish your emergency preparedness kit, practice your emergency communications plan and stay alert.
Stay #SummerReady in August: Join Free Webinar on Combatting Extreme Heat
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 9, 2023
News Release: CHICAGO - Aug. 15, 2023, at 1 pm CT, FEMA and the DHS Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships will be co-hosting a free webinar on Extreme Heat and the Impacts on Mental Health. Focused on mental health impacts of extreme heat, especially on those who are at greatest risk, the hour-long webinar will offer preparedness tips, best community engagement practices and lessons learned from non-governmental organizations on reducing impacts of extreme heat.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Increases Federal Cost Share for New Mexico
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 9, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced today that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. made additional disaster assistance available to the state of New Mexico to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires, straight-line winds, flooding, mudflows and debris flows from April 5 to July 23, 2022.
What to Expect After You Apply for FEMA Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Aug 8, 2023
News Release: If you live in Caledonia, Chittenden, Lamoille, Orange, Orleans, Rutland, Washington, Windham or Windsor counties and were affected by the July severe storms, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance.