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There were 23 notices published by the Homeland Security Department in week ending Sept. 3, according to the Federal Register.
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FEMA Recovery Center Opens in Whitley County for Three Days

News Release: FRANKFORT, Ky. - Mobile Disaster Recovery Center staff are returning to Whitley County to assist Kentucky flood survivors who experienced loss from the Eastern Kentucky flooding for three days Aug. 28-30.
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Revised Preliminary Flood Maps for Tulsa County, Oklahoma, Ready for Public View

News Release: DENTON, Texas - Revised Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in portions of the cities of Bixby, Broken Arrow and Tulsa, and unincorporated areas of Tulsa County, Oklahoma.
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FEMA and The Salvation Army Sign Disaster Cooperation Agreement

News Release: WASHINGTON -- Leaders of FEMA and The Salvation Army signed a new memorandum today, outlining how the organizations will continue to cooperate in carrying out disaster preparedness, response, recovery and other emergency management operations.
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Embracing the “Dog Days” of Summer

News Release: Though today we commemorate National Dog Day, in many American households every day goes to the dogs. We treasure our four-legged friends. They offer unconditional love and affection. They’re great listeners, they don’t hold grudges, and they’re endlessly loyal. But there’s actually even more to celebrate about our canine companions because they’re also vital tools for national security.
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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for Alaska

News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Alaska to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by flooding from May 8-11, 2022.
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HSI's Brown on liquid meth busts: We are 'firmly committed to dismantling criminal organizations who blatantly ignore the laws of this nation'

A federal judge has sentenced a southern Arizona man to 70 months in prison after pleading guilty to conspiring to distribute liquid methamphetamine.
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Safety Zone; Maumee River, Toledo, OH discussed on Aug. 26 by Homeland Security Department

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on Aug. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Feature Article: Urban OpEx—New York City Is a Testbed for First Responder Tech

News Release: For the Science and Technology Directorate’s (S&T) National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL), working in Manhattan is business as usual. As the official Department of Homeland Security lab for testing and evaluating current and emerging first responder technologies, NUSTL thrives amidst the...
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Homeland Security Department publishes notice on Aug. 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Aug. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zones for Parallel Thimble Shoal Tunnel Project on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel; Chesapeake Bay, VA on Aug. 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on Aug. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Kentucky Survivors: Small Dollar FEMA Payments May Be for Contractor Estimate

News Release: FRANKFORT, Ky. -Kentucky disaster survivors are reporting receiving disaster assistance payments from FEMA in amounts between $179 - $195. This money can help pay for a contractor to inspect and provide an estimate of the cost to repair disaster caused damage.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Port Access Route Study: The Pacific Coast From Washington to California on Aug. 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Aug. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zone; Tennessee River, Decatur County, AL on Aug. 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on Aug. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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TSA announces Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) passenger screening canine Eebbers voted the 2022 Cutest Canine

Release: WASHINGTON The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today that Eebbers, an 11-year-old explosive detection canine who works at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) in St. Paul, Minnesota, was voted the winner of TSAs 2022 Cutest Canine Contest.
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TSA officials commemorate 20th anniversary of the federalization of Pittsburgh International Airport

Release: PITTSBURGH Officials from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the federalization of Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) airport this weekend.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Safety Zone; Potomac River, National Harbor, MD on Aug. 26

The US Homeland Security Department published a three page rule on Aug. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Need Help Coping with Disaster Related Stress?

News Release: FRANKFORT, Ky. - Has the Kentucky flooding left you feeling depressed, uneasy, restless or sad? Disasters affect more than just buildings or landscape. They can have a serious impact on us, no matter our age or standing in the community. Help is available.
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Kentucky Houses of Worship Affected by Floods Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

News Release: FRANKFORT, Ky. - Houses of worship and other nonprofit organizations may be eligible for FEMA assistance to help pay for emergency protective measures, debris removal and restoration of facilities damaged by the Eastern Kentucky flooding that started on July 26.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in University City

News Release: A FEMA disaster recovery center will open in University City (St. Louis County) on Friday, August 26 to provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25-28 flooding and severe storms.
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