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FEMA Awards State of Vermont Over $3.1 Million For COVID Hospital Staffing Costs
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
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 Approves $14 Million for Lee County Schools, Sheriff
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
FEMA Public Assistance has approved two grants to reimburse the Lee County School District and Lee County Sheriff for emergency costs responding to Hurricane Ian.
FEMA Releases Updated Guide to Help Communities with Resilience Grants Process
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
FEMA released an updated and consolidated guidance to help grant applicants successfully navigate our mitigation grant programs to enhance climate resiliency.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Maine
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
EMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Maine to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm and flooding on Dec. 23-24, 2022.
FEMA Awards UVM Medical Center Over $4 Million For COVID Equipment Costs
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
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.
Long-Term Recovery Groups Help Communities Affected by Disaster
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
In July 2022, Kentucky faced destructive straight-line winds, flooding and mudslides that impacted communities in Eastern Kentucky. Now, seven months later, survivors are working toward recovery.
Work Underway to Rebuild Sanitary Pipelines between Carolina and Loíza
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
The sanitary trunk main that serves the communities of Vistamar, Los Angeles and Loíza Pueblo, in Carolina and Loíza, respectively, is already in the construction stages following an allocation of about $8.2 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Chippewa County Residents Invited to Attend Flood Map Information Open House
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Representatives from FEMA will host a Flood Map Information Open House for communities in Chippewa County, Minnesota, on April 5, 2023, from 5 – 7 p.m. CT.
Work Underway to Rebuild Sanitary Pipelines between Carolina and Loíza
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
The sanitary trunk main that serves the communities of Vistamar, Los Angeles and Loíza Pueblo, in Carolina and Loíza, respectively, is already in the construction stages following an allocation of about $8.2 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Johnson County, Texas, Flood Maps Become Final
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Sept. 21, 2023, for Johnson County, Texas.
Somervell County, Texas, Flood Maps Become Final
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Sept. 21, 2023, for Somervell County, Texas.
Six Months and $864.7 Million Later into Hurricane Fiona Recovery
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
In the six months since the Sept. 21 disaster declaration for Hurricane Fiona, more than $864.7 million in federal funds have been distributed to support the recovery of survivors and infrastructure on the island.
Week ending March 18: Homeland Security Department publishes 4 notices
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 2, 2023
There were four notices published by the Homeland Security Department in week ending March 18, according to the Federal Register.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Vermont
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Vermont to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm and flooding on Dec. 22-24, 2022.
FEMA Region 3: Act Now to Prevent Problems from Spring Flooding
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
While Spring brings the promise of warmer weather and longer days, it also brings the threat of spring flooding. That is why the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region 3 is urging residents to take a moment and look at whether they’re prepared should parts of the region experience spring flooding.
Private Nonprofits, including Houses of Worship, Eligible for Disaster Assistance
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
Private nonprofit organizations, including houses of worship and other faith-based organizations, may be eligible to apply for federal assistance to help recover from damage in the California counties affected by the severe January winter storms and flooding.
Nearly $7 Billion in Federal Support Helps Floridians with Rent, Repair, Temporary Housing, Debris, Emergency Response, Other Costs After Hurricane Ian
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
More than $6.97 billion in federal support to Floridians is helping households, communities, and the state of Florida recover from Hurricane Ian.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for New York
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of New York to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm and snowstorm Dec. 23-28, 2022.
FEMA Addresses Flood Risks in 25 Municipalities
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
According to the Puerto Rico Planning Board, floods on the island represent billions in losses and put at risk some 200,000 residences located in flood-prone areas. To reduce the effects of these natural events, the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program is working on 35 projects with an investment of $122 million.
One Day Left for Jan. 12 Alabama Storm Survivors to Apply for Federal Assistance
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 1, 2023
Alabama homeowners and renters who sustained damage to their primary property due to the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes have one day left to apply for federal assistance.