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July 24,2006
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FEMA: Press Releases and
Federal Disaster Declarations
Monday 24th of July 2006
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FEMA Works With Apt. Owners On Evacuee Recertification Efforts
AUSTIN, Texas — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working with the Texas Apartment Association (TAA) and rental housing owners to reach Hurricane Rita and Hurricane Katrina evacuees who have not recertified for continued rental assistance. [more]
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Check Credentials Of Those Who May Be Visiting Your Property
ALBANY, N. Y. — Federal and State officials urge flood-affected residents to ask for and check the identification (ID) of any inspector, loss verifier, contractor or other personnel who may visit them to survey their damages. [more]
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FEMA Launches Debris Contractor Registry To Assist Communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced its online debris contractor registry as a key component of its Debris Removal Operations Recovery Strategy. The registry is a web-based database that allows debris removal contractors across the nation to post information about their capabilities and availability. FEMA developed this registry to assist state and local governments to plan for, and manage debris removal operations either before or after disasters occur. This powerful new tool will give states and local governments one-stop access to information on debris removal contractors in their area. [more]
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FEMA Issues Two New Recovery Strategies
WASHINGTON, D.C. — To improve the quality, speed, and accountability of federal disaster support to state and local partners, the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued "Recovery Strategies" addressing two key areas of disaster operations. The "Mass Sheltering and Housing Assistance" and "Debris Removal Operations" strategies reflect important lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina, and outline a clear and manageable framework for guiding federal and state operational responses during the 2006 hurricane season, and beyond. [more]
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Experts To Offer Tips On Home Repairs
ALBANY, N.Y. — As New Yorkers continue to clear away the damage from June's destructive floods, homeowners, builders, and contractors will get a chance to learn how to prepare for future disasters and safeguard their property against water damage from flooding. [more]
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Volunteer Agencies Essential to New Jersey Flood Response
TRENTON, N.J. — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is partnered with a variety of non-profit organizations to provide crucial assistance to New Jersey residents after the recent flooding. National and local voluntary agencies (VOLAGs) are fundamental to emergency relief and support in any federal disaster mission. It would be impossible to carry out the sheer volume of services offered by these collective organizations as quickly and effectively as any single group or federal agency. [more]