Over $277 Million in FEMA Funds Propel Recovery in the South

Over $277 Million in FEMA Funds Propel Recovery in the South

The following press release was published by the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency on June 3, 2021. It is reproduced in full below.

PONCE, Puerto Rico - FEMA allocated nearly $22,000 to the municipality of Ponce to repair the cracks in the theater, foyer, and hallways of the iconic Castillo Serrallés. This architectural jewel dates back to 1930, and today represents one of the main tourist attractions of the city. FEMA Photo/Eduardo Martínez.

PONCE, Puerto Rico - Another $102,000 approved by FEMA will help repair the Casa Zapater, the Barrio Mameyes Memorial Hall and Casa Salazar museums in Ponce. FEMA Photo/Carmen Edith Torres

MAYAGUEZ, Puerto Rico - In the western side of the island, over $28,600 approved by FEMA will help repair the Museo Casa de Pilar Defilló and the Castillo Community Center in Mayagüez. At the museum, a 19th century mansion in honor of the mother of renowned cellist Pablo Casals, the balconies, railings, and walls will be repaired. The building is listed as historical heritage of the Institute of Culture of Puerto Rico. FEMA Photo/Lorraine Valle

Source: Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency

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