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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for California

FEMA announced today that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared on Jan. 14, that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of California to supplement state, local and tribal recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides beginning on Dec. 27, 2022, and continuing.


President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Alabama

FEMA announced today that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Alabama to supplement state and local response efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes on Jan. 12, 2023.


Deadline to Register for FEMA Help is Days Away

Homeowners and renters in Charleston, Georgetown and Horry counties who had damage to their property after Hurricane Ian have a few days left to register for assistance.


ICYMI: U.S. Fire Administrator Honors Those Lost in Tragic Fires In Past Year, Announces National Fire Strategy

This week, the head of the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), a component of FEMA, and principals of America’s national fire service organizations travelled to New York City and Philadelphia to honor those lost to fires in the past year, including the 29 victims of the tragic fires in the Bronx and Philadelphia.


Stay in Touch With FEMA to Help Speed Your Recovery

Homeowners and renters are encouraged to stay in contact with FEMA after applying for assistance following Hurricane Ian.


Three months after declaration, federal assistance continues to help survivors in St. Clair County

It’s been three months since President Biden signed the disaster declaration for the July 25-28 flooding in St. Clair County. Since then, more than $29 million in federal funds has been provided to disaster survivors to help them with their recovery.


President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Washington

FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Washington to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storm, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides for the period of Nov. 3-8, 2022.


Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

After reviewing in-depth analysis and evaluations, FEMA recognizes Special Flood Hazard Areas may be the only feasible option to place temporary housing units in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Hardee, Lee and Sarasota counties


Deadline Jan. 13: Help Design Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Process

There’s still time to add your voice along with other New Mexico residents who have already submitted their ideas online and at six public meetings.


Help Approved for 10 Additional California Counties

The White House announced an Amendment to the Emergency Declaration today authorizing FEMA to extend Direct Federal Assistance to 10 additional counties in California.


Over $114 Million in FEMA Funding to Repair Water Treatment Plant for La Plata

Recently, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved over $114 million to repair the Enrique Ortega Water Treatment Plant, which has the capacity to treat about 85 million gallons of water per day for clients of the La Plata Reservoir


Revised Preliminary Flood Maps for Jackson County, Arkansas, Ready for Public View

Revised Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in portions of the cities of Campbell Station, Diaz, Newport and Tupelo; the towns of Jacksonport and Weldon; and unincorporated areas of Jackson County, Arkansas.


FEMA May Provide Residents Continued Temporary Rental Assistance if Needed

Puerto Rico residents who received temporary rental assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) after Hurricane Fiona may be eligible to continue receiving this benefit, if they can demonstrate an ongoing need for rental assistance and meet program qualifications.


Filing a late application for federal assistance

For homeowners and renters who sustained damage from the July 25-28 floods in St. Clair County, the deadline to apply for federal assistance has passed. In rare cases, though, you may be eligible to submit a late application to FEMA.


President Authorizes Help for Additional Counties in California

The White House announced an Amendment to the Emergency Declaration today authorizing FEMA to extend Direct Federal Assistance to 14 additional counties in California.


FEMA Announces Reinsurance Program to Manage Future Flood Risk in 2023

FEMA has announced its 2023 traditional reinsurance placement for the National Flood Insurance Program, continuing its risk management practice against catastrophic flood losses.


FEMA Gives Free Rebuilding Advice in Municipalities Across the Island

Disaster survivors who are repairing their homes after Hurricane Fiona can visit Walmart in Barceloneta and Canóvanas, Home Depot in Bayamón and Ponce and National Lumber hardware stores in Caguas, Guayama, Mayagüez and Utuado to talk with FEMA mitigation specialists about their damage and discuss how to make homes stronger and safer during the rebuilding process.


America is Still Burning: FEMA, U.S. Fire Administration Releases Executive Summary Report Underscoring Nation’s Increasing Fire Threat and Announces National Fire Strategy

U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), a component of FEMA, released the “Executive Summary of the U.S. Fire Administrator’s report” following the first U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control held in October 2022.


Marion County Residents Invited to Attend Virtual Flood Map Information Open House

Representatives from FEMA will host a Virtual Flood Map Information Open House for communities in Marion County, Indiana, on January 12, 2023, from 5 – 7p.m. ET.


Filing an appeal with FEMA for disaster assistance

If you applied for assistance from FEMA after sustaining damage from the July 25- 28 floods, you would have received a letter from FEMA.