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The US Homeland Security Department published a three page proposed rule on Feb. 16, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FEMA-funded Generators to Provide More Reliable Security Service Facilities

News Release: San Juan, Puerto Rico -The need for the services provided by critical facilities, such as police stations and government centers that serve the community, is vital during a disaster and to preserve the lives and safety of people. That’s why the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocated nearly...


News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Three Disaster Recovery Centers are open in the following locations. Residents who were affected by the severe storms and flooding can visit the centers to update FEMA applications and learn about other disaster assistance which may be available.


News Release: ATLANTA - If you are facing legal issues or experiencing feelings of hopelessness or stress resulting from Georgia’s Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes, you can get disaster legal advice and crisis counseling.


News Release: ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands - Atlantic hurricane season is four months away, but now is the perfect time to start preparations to harden your home against damage from storms, review and update your family’s emergency plan and replenish your disaster supply kit.


Homeland Security Department discusses Technical Mapping Advisory Council; Meeting on Feb. 16

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on Feb. 16, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Release: HUNTINGTON, W.Va. A Lawrence County, Ohio, man was cited by police after Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Huntington Tri-State Airport detected a handgun in the mans carry-on bag early this morning (Feb. 17). The gun was loaded with five bullets.


Temporary TSA PreCheck application center set for Feb. 21 to March 3 in Falls Church

Release: FALLS CHURCH, Va. Residents of the Falls Church/Arlington area will be able to enroll in the Transportation Security Administrations (TSA) popular TSA PreCheck program at the AAA Falls Church-Seven Corners office parking lot from Feb. 21 to March 3, where officials will host a temporary pop-up enrollment center in a specially marked RV parked at 6290 Arlington Boulevard, Falls Church, Va., 22044.



Feature Article: Breakthrough Alert Messaging for a Mobile Public

News Release: The Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) refers to the rapidly growing areas of land that lie between the urban sprawl of cities and towns, and the undeveloped more rural and forested countryside and mountains. It is in the WUI that the danger and damage from the growing risk of wildfires is most prevalent.


Disaster Recovery Centers to Close on Sundays

News Release: ATLANTA - All FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in Georgia will be closed on Sundays, starting Feb. 19, 2023. Regular hours will resume Monday through Saturday.


Homeland Security Department discusses Declaration of Owner and Declaration of Consignee When Entry Is Made by an Agent on Feb. 15

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Feb. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Forced Labor Technical Expo discussed on Feb. 15 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on Feb. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FEMA Teams Helping Pike County Survivors Jump-start their Recovery

News Release: ATLANTA - FEMA teams are on the ground helping people in Pike County, which was added to the major disaster declaration for Georgia’s severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes of Jan. 12. Pike County residents who sustained damage or losses from the storms may now apply for FEMA disaster assistance.


News Release: Did you know that Feb. 20 is National Love Your Pet Day? Pet ownership has increased over the last couple of years. Many people find having a pet can play a critical role in reducing feelings of depression, anxiety, isolation, and loneliness.


Deferral of Duty on Large Yachts Imported for Sale discussed on Feb. 15 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a one page notice on Feb. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


FEMA, SBA Assistance Tops $8.1 Million for Alabama Tornado Survivors

News Release: PRATTVILLE, Ala.- Just 30 days after President Joe Biden declared a major disaster for the state of Alabama following the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes, more than $8.1 million in federal assistance has been provided by FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to support disaster recovery here.


“REPORTS OF COMMITTEES” published by the Congressional Record in the Senate section on Dec. 9, 2003

“REPORTS OF COMMITTEES“ was published in the Senate section on pages S16118-S16119 on Dec. 9, 2003


FEMA Needs Your Current Contact Information

News Release: PRATTVILLE, Ala. -After you apply for federal disaster assistance, it is important that FEMA be able to contact you. Be aware that phone calls from FEMA may appear to come from unidentified numbers. Make sure that FEMA has your up-to-date contact information.