June 2007

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FEMA: Press Releases and
Federal Disaster Declarations
June 2007

Federal Aid Programs for Texas Disaster Recovery

Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Bush’s major disaster declaration issued for Texas. [more]
President Declares Major Disaster for Texas

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today announced that federal disaster aid has been made available for the state of Texas to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding during the period of June 16-18, 2007. [more]
Millions in Disaster Assistance Support New York Recovery

ALBANY, N.Y. — Two months after the April nor'easter resulted in a federal disaster declaration, families, individuals, and business owners who were adversely affected by the storm have received more than $37.3 million in assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the State of New York, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). [more]
More Than $19 Million Approved in Disaster Assistance for South Dakota

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Six weeks since a presidential disaster declaration was signed for South Dakota on May 22, more than $19 million in grants, low-interest disaster loans, and state disaster assistance has been approved to assist residents who suffered damages from severe storms, floods, and tornados, according to disaster recovery officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the South Dakota Office of Emergency Management. [more]
State and Federal Assistance in Georgia Exceeds $17 Million

ATLANTA, Ga. — Nearly four months have passed since tornadoes and severe storms tore through Georgia in early March. Since then, nearly $17.7 million in disaster aid has been approved, according to officials of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA). [more]
Hurricane Awareness Breakfast Brings Together Government And Volunteers

LEESVILLE, La. — Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Voluntary Agency (VOLAG), local voluntary agencies and government officials from around Vernon Parish recently came together to discuss hurricane season preparations. [more]
Welcome Home Center to Close For 4th of July Holiday

NEW ORLEANS, La. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Welcome Home Center will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, 2007 in observance of Independence Day. [more]
FEMA Helps Sumter Hospital With High-Tech Modular Units

ATLANTA, Ga. — Some assembly required. It's a phrase we associate with bicycles, toys and furniture, but a hospital? It's not that far-fetched. In Americus, Ga., it's just what the doctor ordered. [more]
The Disaster Recovery Center: A One-Stop Source

WINDSOR, Conn. — What is a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) and why does an applicant go to one? In short, a visit to a DRC will give you personalized service rendered by a team of experts. Once the application is made, the applicant can get answers to any questions on the process and programs. [more]
Maine Disaster Aid Tops $7.2 Million For April Nor'easter

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. ? More than $7.2 million in assistance has been approved for Maine following the severe storms and flooding resulting from an April Nor?easter. Residents affected by the storm have less than two weeks to apply for assistance before the July 9 deadline [more]
Picnics & Pyrotechnics Place Premium On Prevention

SEATTLE, Wash. — Forecasters are predicting continued clear skies and warm weather for much of the Pacific Northwest - just the thing for this year’s Fourth of July observances. But however the weather turns out, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) warn that careless handling of fireworks and outdoor grills can ruin parties and picnics – and entire summers. More than 23,000 fires are attributed to fireworks every year, and according to FEMA Administrator R. David Paulison, more than half of those occur the first week in July. [more]
Disaster Recovery Centers To Open In Holt And Andrew Counties

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — State and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security?s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announce the opening of a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Mound City for people affected by the severe storms and flooding that occurred May 5 ? 18, 2007. The DRC will be located at: [more]
Mitigation Model House Demonstrates Better Building Techniques

A FEMA Mitigation Model House that illustrates advanced building techniques is on display in New Orleans through July 4. [more]
Needed Call for Assistance: The FEMA Teleregistration Line

WINDSOR, Conn. — The only way to register for Federal and State disaster assistance is by directly contacting the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Individuals and businesses affected by the storms from April 15 - 27 need to know that contacting other agencies does not register them with FEMA. [more]
Five More Counties To Get Fema Public Assistance

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Following additional damage assessments, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security?s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved Public Assistance funding for Caldwell, Clinton, Lafayette, Linn and Sullivan counties to help local governments recover from damage associated with the severe storms and flooding May 5 - 18. [more]
Disaster Unemployment Assistance May Help Self-Employed, Others

Windsor, Conn. — Connecticut workers impacted by the April Nor?easter may now be eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). To be eligible for benefits, individuals must be unemployed as a direct result of the disaster and be unable to resume work. [more]
SBA Disaster Loan Applications Essential to Aid

WICHITA, Kan. — Many Kansans who registered with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for disaster assistance following the severe storms, flooding and tornadoes of May 4-18 will receive a packet of information that may include a disaster loan application from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). [more]
National Lightning Safety Awareness Week 24-30 June 2007

SEATTLE, Wash. — In the United States, an average of 66 people are killed each year by lightning strikes, and the Fourth of July is one of the most deadly times of the year for lightning. National Lightning Safety Awareness Week, observed the last full week of June, not only helps get safety messages out in time for the Fourth of July, but also signals summer as lightning season. Outside is the most dangerous place to be during a lightning or thunderstorm and more people are outside during the summer. According to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Regional Administrator Susan Reinertson, lightning strikes and high winds associated with thunderstorms also increase flood and wildfire risks. [more]
Damage From The Storm? - Apply For Assistance Today

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Individuals who suffered damages from the severe storms and flooding May 5 - 18 may be eligible for disaster assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA), even if they are insured. [more]
Maine Disaster Assistance Registration Deadline Is July 9

SCARBOROUGH, Maine ? Only two weeks remain for Maine residents to register for disaster assistance to help with losses caused by the April Nor?easter. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) are urging all those affected to apply by Monday, July 9. [more]
Salina Disaster Recovery Center to Change Locations

WICHITA, Kan. — The state-federal Disaster Recovery Center in Salina will move from the American Red Cross Building at 145 S. Broadway St. to Sunset Elementary School, 1510 W. Republic Ave., on Wednesday, June 27. [more]
Mitigation Model House Demonstrates Better Building Techniques

NEW ORLEANS, La. — Building better, stronger and safer is the key line of attack Louisiana residents are advised to consider when rebuilding or mitigating their properties. With disaster resistance in mind, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) developed a Mitigation Model House to showcase advanced building techniques. [more]
FEMA Announces Fire Management Assistance Grant For El Dorado County

OAKLAND, Calif. — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to help California fight the Angora Fire in El Dorado County. [more]
FEMA Authorizes Funds for Caribou Hills Fire

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Yesterday evening, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) authorized the use of federal funds to help Alaska fight the Caribou Hills Fire burning east of Ninilchik in the Kenai Peninsula Borough. [more]
Norwalk Area Disaster Recovery Center Opens

WINDSOR, Conn. — Another Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) opens in Norwalk on Tuesday, June 26, at the Norwalk Armory, 290 New Canaan Avenue and will serve area residents from Fairfield County. The Center provides a location where individuals affected by the mid-April storm can talk face-to-face with disaster recovery specialists. Representatives from local, state and federal agencies will staff the DRCs. The SBA will also have representatives available to help with the disaster loan application process. [more]
Secretary Chertoff Discusses Hurricane Readiness with FEMA

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff visited FEMA Headquarters on June 21 for a videoteleconference (VTC) with hurricane-prone regions to discuss readiness for the 2007 season. [more]
Disaster Aid Nears a Million Dollars in the Hands of Missouri Residents Eleven Days from Declaration

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — State, federal, local and voluntary agencies are working together to expedite assistance to families and individuals who sustained damage from the severe storms and flooding in Missouri from May 5-18. [more]
DHS Awards Over $2 Million To Prevent Fire Death And Injury

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today the sixth round of Fiscal Year (FY) 2006 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grants, awarding 12 grants totaling over $2 million to fire departments and fire prevention organizations throughout the United States. [more]
Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments Begin in Texas

FEMA starts joint preliminary damage assessments in Texas this week, for flooding, tornadoes and severe weather in a line of Texas communities that stretches from the state's border with Oklahoma to the southern border with Mexico. [more]
FEMA Officials Attend Firefighter Memorial Service in Charleston

FEMA Administrator David Paulison attended the memorial service today for the nine firefighters killed in the line of duty this week in Charleston, S.C. He was accompanied by the incoming U.S. Fire Administrator Gregory Cade. [more]
Brown County To Get Federal Disaster Aid

WICHITA, Kan. — The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announces it is expanding assistance to include Brown County to help pay for emergency services, and to repair or replace public facilities damaged by the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding of May 4-18. [more]
Aid for New Hampshire Recovery Rises to $8.1 Million

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — As the deadline for individuals and households to register for assistance nears, federal and state disaster aid to help in recovery from April's nor'easter has surpassed $8.1 million, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and New Hampshire Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM). [more]
FEMA Housing Deadline March 2009: Options Still Available

BILOXI, Miss. — Nearly 30,000 Mississippi families have moved out of temporary travel trailers and mobile homes and on with their personal recovery. The deadline for temporary housing assistance from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is extended until March 2009 and help remains available for those who need it. [more]
Simple Fix For Village Of Greene Wastewater Treatment System

ALBANY, N.Y. — Not all projects to reduce flooding damages in the future require complex solutions. Sometimes a simple fix serves just as well. [more]
Fourth Disaster Recovery Center Opens in New Haven

WINDSOR, Conn. — A fourth Disaster Recovery Center (DRC), located in New Haven County, will open on Friday, June 22, in New Haven. It will be at Gateway Community College, 60 Sargeant Drive. The Center provides a location where individuals affected by the mid-April storm can talk face-to-face with disaster recovery specialists. [more]
Tale Of Two Mississippi Coast Cities, Two Visions For Renewal

BILOXI, Miss. — Recovery of Mississippi Gulf Coast towns and cities from Hurricane Katrina is a collage of realities and dreams, of traditions and new development, of private finance and federal assistance. Optimism about the future binds the communities; it's the common denominator of the recovery story in this state. Renewal promises a very different Long Beach, an improved way of life for Ocean Springs. The future of each city will be shaped by the vision of its leaders. [more]
NY Disaster Recovery And Preparedness Contact Information For Federal And State Sources

ALBANY, N.Y. — New Yorkers have several federal and state organizations to turn to for disaster-related questions after the devastation that the April nor’easter brought to 14 counties. [more]
Greensburg, Kiowa County Youth Speak With One Voice

GREENSBURG, Kan. — A tornado wreaked havoc on the City of Greensburg and Kiowa County on a Friday night early in May, but it did not destroy the morale of the young people here. [more]
Tips To Speed Up FEMA Assistance

WINDSOR, Conn. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Connecticut Department of Environmental Management and Homeland Security suggest a positive action plan for Connecticut residents with property damage and personal losses from the April 15-27 storms. This helps speed state and federal disaster aid: [more]
Harahan and Evangeline Parish Receive Funding for Planning Grants

NEW ORLEANS, La. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently approved funding to update existing hazard mitigation plans for the city of Harahan and Evangeline Parish. [more]
Mobile Disaster Recovery Center Coming to Groton and Willimantic

WINDSOR, Conn. — To help meet the needs of Connecticut residents affected by the mid-April storms and flooding, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security?s Federal Emergency Management Agency is opening a Mobile Disaster Recovery Center (MDRC) in Groton and Willimantic. The Center provides a location where individuals affected by the storm can talk face-to-face with disaster recovery specialists. [more]
Permits Required For Rebuilding Storm Damaged Structures

EAGLE PASS, Texas — Homeowners, landlords and business owners are urged to check with local and county governments regarding permits before repairing or rebuilding a structure damaged by winds or flooding. [more]
FEMA Supporting State And Tribal Nations With Damage Assessments In Montana

BILLINGS, Mont. — FEMA will begin a Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) today in Custer County to determine damages from the recent flooding. Meanwhile, five joint PDA teams continue their assessment of damages on the Crow Indian Reservation. [more]
Aberdeen Disaster Recovery Center: Hours Changing

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Beginning Friday, June 22, the joint Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Aberdeen will change its hours to 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. [more]
Underinsured? Help May Be Just A Phone Call Away

WINDSOR, Conn. — Insured homeowners and renters with property damages caused by the mid-April flooding may be eligible for federal disaster aid. Standard property insurance policies do not cover flooding, so many owners or renters may not be eligible for benefits from their insurance companies. The first step toward federal disaster aid is to call FEMA and register. [more]
FEMA Announces Membership Of National Advisory Council

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator David Paulison today announced the membership of the National Advisory Council. [more]
Inspectors to Visit Storm-Damaged Property

WINDSOR, Conn. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) says that an inspector will soon call on Connecticut residents who apply for assistance for damages to their residences and personal properties caused by the mid-April severe storms and flooding in the seven disaster-declared counties. [more]
Only One Week Remaining To Apply For Disaster Assistance

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — Only one week remains for New Hampshire residents and business owners who sustained damage from the severe storms and flooding occurring April 15 - 23 to apply for disaster assistance. The deadline to apply is June 26. [more]
Only One Week Remains To Register

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Only one week remains for homeowners, renters and business owners affected by the April nor'easter storm and flooding to apply for federal disaster assistance, said officials at the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). [more]
Two Weeks Left To Apply For Disaster Aid

EAGLE PASS, Texas — Those affected by the April 21-24 severe storms and tornadoes have only two weeks left to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for possible state and federal disaster assistance. The deadline to apply for assistance is July 2, 2007. [more]
Disaster Assistance Registration Deadline is June 25

ALBANY, N.Y. — There are only a few days left for homeowners, renters, and business owners who suffered loss or damage from the April nor'easter to register for disaster assistance. [more]
Gregory County Added To Presidential Disaster Declaration

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the State of South Dakota announced today that Gregory County is now eligible for disaster Public Assistance under President George Bush's May 22, major declaration for counties affected by the May 4-5 storms, floods and tornadoes. [more]
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Greenwich

WINDSOR, Conn. — A second Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open on Wednesday, June 20, in Greenwich in Fairfield County . The Center provides a location where individuals affected by the mid-April storm can talk face-to-face with disaster recovery specialists. [more]
Marion County Residents Pay Less for Flood Insurance

SALEM, Ore. — Residents of Marion County will enjoy a further reduction in flood insurance premiums as a result of reaching a new level of active participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Community Rating System (CRS). According to FEMA Regional Administrator Susan Reinertson, they'll not only pay less in insurance premiums, but enjoy reduced exposure to flood damage because of Marion County's mitigation efforts. [more]
Deadline Approaches For Disaster Unemployment Assistance

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — The deadline to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is approaching, according to federal and state emergency officials. [more]
FEMA Teams Canvass Door to Door

WINDSOR, Conn. — In cooperation with the Connecticut Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, community relations workers with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are on the streets reaching out to people affected by the April storms. [more]
Information That Can Save Your Life

EAGLE PASS, Texas — In a potentially dangerous severe-weather situation would you (and your family) prefer to be among the first or among the last to know? A NOAA Weather Radio can make the difference. [more]
FEMA Experts Educate Thousands of New Yorkers on Mitigation

ALBANY, N.Y. — Within days of the disaster declaration that followed this year's rare April nor'easter, customers at the region's building supply stores began coming away with more than tools and repair materials. [more]
Additional Federal Assistance Made Available to States Impacted By the 2005 Hurricane Season

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Under legislation signed by President Bush, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will deliver additional federal disaster assistance to supplement state and local recovery efforts impacted by the 2005 hurricane season. The bill allows for additional funding to states specifically under the Agency's Public Assistance and Other Needs Assistance programs. [more]
FEMA Online Registrations Popular for New Yorkers

ALBANY, N.Y. — Registering for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) over the Internet is a popular option for New Yorkers. [more]
Federal Disaster Aid Available In Seven Connecticut Counties

WINDSOR, Conn. — Homeowners, renters, and business owners in Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New London, New Haven and Windham counties who were affected by flooding during mid-April storms can now apply for disaster aid by calling the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) toll-free registration number at 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362). Those who are hearing and speech impaired may call TTY 1-800-462-7585. Phone lines are open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT. Those affected may also register for disaster assistance online at www.fema.gov. [more]
South Louisiana Parishes Receive Funding for Planning Grants

NEW ORLEANS, La. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently approved funding to update existing hazard mitigation plans for five Louisiana parishes - Acadia, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, St. Helena and Tangipahoa. [more]
Monroe And Morehouse Parish Receive Funding For Planning Grants

NEW ORLEANS, La. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently approved funding to update existing hazard mitigation plans for the city of Monroe and Morehouse Parish. [more]
Federal Disaster Aid to West Virginia Tops $7 Million

CROSS LANES, W. Va. — Quickly administering aid to 18 affected West Virginia counties, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has obligated more than $7 million in Public Assistance (PA) funding. These funds will help repair and replace public infrastructure damaged by severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides during the period of April 14-18, 2007. [more]
Volunteer Agencies Play An Important Part In Unmet Needs

EAGLE PASS, Texas — When the severe storms and tornadoes of April 21 to 24 ravaged Texas counties, volunteer agencies were quickly on the scene. Often the first to arrive and the last to leave, the overall contribution of these volunteer agencies to recovery is immeasurable for the short and long-term. [more]
Free Publications Available From FEMA

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Several useful publications designed to help New Jersey residents rebuild their flood-damaged homes are a mouse click or toll-free phone call away, said officials at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security?s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) [more]
FEMA Regional Office Prepares For 2007 Storm Season

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region III office is making preparations for an active hurricane season, which officially began on June 1. Region III’s jurisdiction includes Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. [more]
Disasters Increase Legal Needs; Lawyers Offer Help

WICHITA, Kan. — Damage to homes, businesses and personal property from storms, tornadoes or flooding often results in the need for legal assistance. [more]
Disaster Recovery Centers Change Schedules; Great Bend to Close

WICHITA, Kan. — The Disaster Recovery Center at Great Bend will close Saturday, June 16, at 6 p.m. [more]
Disaster Assistance Expands to Individuals in Dickinson, Ellsworth

WICHITA, Kan. — Homeowners, renters and business owners in Dickinson and Ellsworth counties who suffered damage as a result of the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding from May 4-18 are now eligible to apply for federal disaster assistance. [more]
New Hampshire Residents Urged To Apply For Disaster Assistance Before June 26 Deadline

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — Only two weeks remain until the June 26 deadline to apply for federal and state disaster assistance to help with losses resulting from the flooding and severe storms occurring April 15-23, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the New Hampshire Homeland Security and Emergency Management. [more]
President Declares Major Disaster for Missouri

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today announced that federal disaster aid has been made available for the state of Missouri to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms and flooding during the period of May 5-18, 2007. [more]
Federal Aid Programs for Missouri Disaster Recovery

Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Bush's major disaster declaration for Missouri. [more]
Nearly $31 Million Approved For NJ Residents

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Individuals and businesses affected by the severe storms and flooding that occurred in April, have 14 days remaining to apply for federal disaster assistance before the June 25 deadline. [more]
Maverick County Disaster Recovery Center to End Operations on Friday but Help Continues to Be Available

EAGLE PASS, Texas — After serving nearly 1,300 storm victims, the Maverick County Disaster Recovery Center in Eagle Pass will end operations at 6 p.m. Friday, June 15. The center, located at the Nick Carr Youth Center, 253 Ruela Drive, will remain open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. until the Friday closure. [more]
South Dakota Disaster Aid Nears $11 Million

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — State and federal officials have approved almost $11 million in disaster grants and low-interest loans for South Dakota homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained damages resulting from the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding May 4-5, 2007. [more]
Kansas Disaster Assistance Tops $23 Million

WICHITA, Kan. — As Kansans go into a second month of disaster recovery efforts, more than $5 million in federal grants and $18 million in loans have been approved. [more]
Disaster Recovery Center To Open In Hutchinson

WICHITA, Kan. — A state-federal Disaster Recovery Center will open Sunday at 1 p.m. in Reno County at 2806 West Fourth Ave., Hutchinson. [more]
Salvation Army, Rosita Valley Unmet Needs Committee To Begin Services

EAGLE PASS, Texas — Both the Salvation Army and the Rosita Valley Unmet Needs Committee are gearing up to provide services for victims of the recent severe storms and flooding. [more]
Make a Disaster Kit and a Family Plan

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Now is an excellent time for residents to make sure their home has a disaster supply kit and a family communication plan. FEMA is urging everyone to act now to assemble their family's emergency supplies and develop a plan. [more]
Mold Can Be a Health Risk after Storms and Flooding

WICHITA, Kan. — Officials with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the state of Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) strongly urge Kansans whose homes may have been damaged in the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding of May 4-18 to use caution when returning to their storm-damaged homes. [more]
DHS Awards Over $3 Million To Prevent

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today the fifth round of Fiscal Year (FY) 2006 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grants, awarding 10 grants totaling over $3 million to fire departments and fire prevention organizations throughout the United States. [more]
Jewish Federation Visits Local Fema Trailer Site

NEW ORLEANS, La. — On the ground since shortly after hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Voluntary Agency (VOLAG) representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) serve as two-way liaisons among FEMA and the voluntary agencies and community organizations involved in disaster response and recovery. [more]
St. Charles Parish Receives Mitigation Funds

NEW ORLEANS, La. — St. Charles Parish residents will soon have two new safeguards in place to prevent future interruption of public services. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently approved funding for upgrades to the Paradis pump station and the St. Charles Parish Department of Public Works and Wastewater main office building. [more]
New Yorkers May Still Qualify For Reimbursements Under The FEMA Other Needs Assistance Program

ALBANY, N.Y. — New Yorkers who did not receive reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for items purchased in direct response to the April nor’easter may appeal the decision by simply providing the appropriate receipts [more]
Individuals and Business Owners are Urged to Return SBA Applications

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Homeowners, renters and business owners who were issued a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loan application as a result of the April nor'easter storm, should complete and return the application as quickly as possible, SBA officials said today. This will ensure that individuals will be considered for other types of disaster assistance after SBA makes a decision on the loan request. [more]
President Declares Major Disaster For Oklahoma

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that federal disaster aid has been made available for the state of Oklahoma to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding during the period of May 4-11, 2007. [more]
Federal Aid Programs for Oklahoma Disaster Recovery

Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Bush's major disaster declaration for Oklahoma. [more]
Donated Legal Services For Storm And Flood Victims

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Volunteer attorneys are offering free, disaster-related legal assistance to individuals affected by the severe storms and flooding in the declared counties. [more]
Bound Brook Disaster Recovery Center Closing

PISCATAWAY, N - The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 214 Church St., in Bound Brook, is closing Wednesday, June 13, federal and state disaster officials announced today. The DRC will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for its final day of operation. This is the last DRC to close of the 13 opened statewide. [more]
Community Relations Working in Storm-Affected Counties

WICHITA, Kan. — Community Relations specialists from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are reaching out to Kansans affected by the May 4-18 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding. [more]
Public Assistance Helps Communities After Disaster

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides a helping hand to New Jersey communities, county and state agencies and some private nonprofit organizations that were damaged by the April nor'easter storm. [more]
Federal Aid Programs For Nebraska Disaster Recovery

Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Bush's major disaster declaration for Nebraska. [more]
Aid for Recovery in New Hampshire Reaches $6.4 Million

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — Federal and state disaster assistance for individuals, families and communities to help in recovery from April's nor'easter has surpassed $6.4 million, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and New Hampshire Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM). [more]
President Declares Major Disaster For Nebraska

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today announced that federal disaster aid has been made available for the state of Nebraska to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes during the period of May 4-19, 2007. [more]
FEMA?S Public Assistance Program ? Building The Road To Recovery

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — After a federally declared disaster like the April nor’easter, getting funds to repair or rebuild public infrastructure is a critical part of the response and recovery process. [more]
Disaster Victims: Beware of Scams

WICHITA, Kan. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Kansas Division of Emergency Management (KDEM) are warning Kansas residents against a particular kind of fraud that may follow in the wake of a major disaster - identity theft. [more]
Last Chance to Meet With FEMA Mitigation Experts at Westchester County Home Supply Store

ALBANY, N.Y. — Westchester County residents affected by the April nor'easter will have their last chance June 11 to meet one-on-one with mitigation experts who can provide professional advice on how to lessen future damages from flooding. [more]
Federal/State Disaster Recovery Center Closures Set

SCARBOROUGH, Maine ? The Disaster Recovery Centers operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) in South Paris, Portland, Wells and Wiscasset will close in the upcoming days. To date, over 600 people have visited the Disaster Recovery Centers to talk with recovery officials and get help completing U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loan applications. [more]
FEMA Trains 700 Responders On Homeland Security Equipment At New Orleans Conference

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week more than 700 emergency responders from 47 states and Puerto Rico traveled to New Orleans to receive training on equipment their departments will receive through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency?s Fiscal Year 2006 Commercial Equipment Direct Assistance Program (CEDAP). This included representatives from 19 departments who recieved accelerated training and equipment delivery because they were located in areas at high risk for hurricanes, tornados, or wildfires. [more]
NY Disaster Assistance Tops $23 Million With Less Than Three Weeks To Register

ALBANY, N.Y. — More than $23 million in disaster grants and low-interest loans has been approved for homeowners, renters, and business owners who suffered damages during the April 14-18 nor'easter, according to officials with the New York State Emergency Management Office (SEMO) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). [more]
FEMA, State Officials Say Enough Disaster Assistance for All Who Qualify

ALBANY, N.Y. — Kind-hearted New Yorkers affected by the April nor'easter should not forego registering for disaster assistance just because they think it will keep the assistance from reaching their less-fortunate neighbors. [more]
Disaster Recovery Centers Change Hours

WICHITA, Kan. — Hours of operation for the Disaster Recovery Centers operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the State of Kansas will change effective Wednesday, June 6. [more]
Hackensack Disaster Recovery Center Closing

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at the Bergen County Office Building, 1 Bergen Plaza, in Hackensack, is closing Thursday, June 7, federal and state disaster officials announced today. The DRC will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for its final day of operation. [more]
Infrastructure Aid - The Lesser Known Disaster Assistance Program

SCARBOROUGH, Maine ? When a disaster strikes, the initial response is focused on securing the safety and recovery of individuals and families. FEMA's Individuals and Households Program addresses those immediate needs ? temporary housing, personal property damage and other disaster-related needs. [more]
Federal and State Aid for Eligible Personal Losses Available

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — As the recovery continues from the April Nor?easter, federal and state officials want you to know you may be eligible for assistance to cover uninsured personal losses that resulted from the severe storms and flooding that occurred April 15-23. [more]
Only Three Weeks Left to Apply

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — There are only three weeks left to apply for disaster assistance for those New Jersey residents and business owners affected by the April nor'easter. June 25 is the last day to register for assistance , said officials at the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). [more]
One Week Remains To Apply For Disaster Unemployment Assistance

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Workers and the self-employed whose jobs were impacted by mid-April storms and flooding have only one week remaining to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). [more]
Mississippi Recovery: Right Pieces, Right Direction

BILOXI, Miss. — Mississippi is bouncing back from Hurricane Katrina's devastation. Like the mythological phoenix, the bird rising out of the ashes of destruction, the state's coast is being reborn out of the ruins of the storm. A new Mississippi is emerging, thanks to the vision of state and local officials, to private investment and to the foundation laid by state and federal programs. [more]
FEMA Actions to Minimize Formaldehyde in Travel Trailers

Formaldehyde is found in new permanent press fabrics, new carpets, latex paint, fingernail polish, antiseptics, medicines, cosmetics, dish-washing liquids, fabric softeners, shoe-care agents, carpet cleaners, glues, adhesives, lacquers and plastics. In addition formaldehyde is produced by cigarettes and other tobacco products and gas cookers. [more]
Mamaroneck, NY Disaster Recovery Center To Convert To SBA Loan Outreach Center

ALBANY, N.Y. — The Disaster Recovery Center in Mamaroneck (DRC) will convert to a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loan Outreach Center on Monday, June 11. [more]
Disaster Recovery Center To Open In Emporia

WICHITA, Kan. — A state-federal Disaster Recovery Center will open at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 6, in Emporia, Lyon County. [more]

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