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Temporary Housing Assistance Approved for Mississippi
MADISON, Miss. – FEMA has approved the State of Mississippi’s request for Direct Temporary Housing Assistance for Carroll, Humphreys, Monroe, Panola, Sharkey and Montgomery counties.
This assistance was authorized because of limited temporary housing for survivors of the March storms.
Working with Mississippi Emergency Management Agency, FEMA will provide recreational vehicles (RVs), mobile homes (manufactured housing units/MHUs) and leased homes for eligible applicants in the six counties.
MEMA and FEMA will work with local jurisdictions to ensure that units are placed in accordance with all state and local zoning and permitting requirements, or other regulations.
How the program worksFEMA will notify applicants who are eligible. There is no need to apply separately from the application for FEMA Individual Assistance.
FEMA may provide Direct Temporary Housing Assistance for up to 18 months from March 26, 2023, the date of the declaration, to September 26, 2024. This process takes time. Before an applicant can be given the keys to a temporary home, several actions must occur:
- FEMA conducts applicant placement interviews.
- FEMA inspects the site where the temporary unit will be placed.
- Site meets local ordinances and local permits are obtained.
- Workers hook up electricity, water, and sewer.
In addition to providing the units for temporary housing, FEMA also will allow sale of units to occupants.
To apply for FEMA disaster assistance, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov, download the FEMA App for mobile devices, visit a Disaster Recovery Center, or call toll-free 800-621-3362 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service.
For the latest information on recovery from Mississippi tornadoes, visit March 24 2023 Severe Weather Disaster Information - MEMA (msema.org) and 4697 | FEMA.gov.fema.gov/. Follow FEMA Region 4 (@femaregion4) / Twitter and at facebook.com/fema.
sandra.habib Tue, 05/02/2023 - 13:45Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in McClain and Pottawatomie Counties
OKLAHOMA CITY – FEMA and the State of Oklahoma will open two joint Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in McClain and Pottawatomie counties on Tuesday, May 2 to help survivors affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes that occurred April 19-20.
Survivors can meet face to face with specialists from FEMA, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and state and local agencies to have their questions about disaster assistance answered. They may also upload any documents needed for their applications at the centers.
The DRC in Pottawatomie County will open at 8 a.m.
Pottawatomie County130 N Louisa Ave.
Shawnee, OK 74801
Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week
The DRC in McClain County will open at 8:30 a.m.
McClain CountyCole Community Center
26887 Main Street
Blanchard, OK 73010
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., seven days a week.
When visiting a DRC, Oklahoma residents can get additional help with the following:
- Apply for assistance.
- Learn the status of your FEMA application and get information on how to appeal your status if needed.
- Understand any letters you get from FEMA.
- Get answers to questions or update information in your FEMA application.
- Get referrals to agencies that may offer other assistance.
- Learn about Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster assistance loan programs.
No appointments are necessary.
FEMA also has teams canvassing in the most heavily impacted areas as determined by local officials.
You do not have to visit a disaster recovery center to apply for assistance. The fastest and easiest way to apply is by visiting www.disasterassistance.gov.
If it is not possible to apply online, call 800-621-3362. The toll-free telephone lines operate from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CDT seven days a week. If you use video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
alexa.brown Mon, 05/01/2023 - 22:49FEMA Crews Are in Broward County Neighborhoods
LAKE MARY, Fla. – FEMA outreach crews are canvassing communities affected by the April 12-14 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in Broward County to help residents apply for FEMA assistance and to answer questions about federal assistance.
The teams, known as Disaster Survivor Assistance crews, are visiting door-to-door to quickly identify survivors’ needs and to assist with registration. The teams can help with:
- Submitting applications for federal assistance.
- Checking application status or making minor changes to the application.
- Providing civil rights and disability integration information to ensure that all survivors have equal access to FEMA assistance.
You may have several disaster assistance representatives visiting your property, such as insurance agents, damage inspectors, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration staff.
FEMA outreach staff wear FEMA attire, always have FEMA photo identification, and never charge for assistance.
For more information about recovery in Florida, visit fema.gov/disaster/4709 and floridadisaster.org/. Follow us on Twitter: @FLSERT and @FEMARegion4.
bree-constance… Mon, 05/01/2023 - 22:33Disaster Recovery Center Open in Howard County
INDIANAPOLIS – The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Howard County from May 1-3 and May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
220 North Main St.
Kokomo, IN 46901
Center hours on May 1-2 and 11-12 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m.
Hours for May 3 and 13 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open or will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023
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FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.
For more information on Indiana’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4704. Follow us on our Facebook.com/FEMA page and Twitter at @femaRegion5.
FEMA does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status.
nicole.wilson Mon, 05/01/2023 - 15:10
Oklahomans - Be Alert to Fraud After a Disaster
OKLAHOMA CITY – Survivors should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after a disaster. In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from survivors.
If a FEMA Inspector comes to your home and you did not submit a FEMA application, your information may have been used without your knowledge to create a FEMA application. If so, please inform the inspector that you did not apply for FEMA assistance so they can submit a request to stop further processing of the application.
If you did not apply for assistance, but receive a letter from FEMA, please call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. The helpline will submit a request to stop any further processing of that application.
If you do wish to apply for FEMA assistance after stopping an application made in your name without your knowledge, the Helpline will assist you in creating a new application.
ScamsFEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance teams, housing inspectors and other officials are working in areas impacted by the storms. They carry official identification badges with photo IDs. FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration representatives never charge applicants for disaster assistance, inspections or help in filling out applications.
Don't believe anyone who promises a disaster grant in return for payment.
Be wary of unexpected phone calls or visits to your home from people claiming to be FEMA housing inspectors or people claiming they work for FEMA. FEMA representatives will have a photo-ID badge and your FEMA application number.
Don't give your banking information to a person claiming to be a FEMA housing inspector. FEMA inspectors are never authorized to collect your personal financial information.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, report it immediately to your local police or sheriff's department or contact the Office of the Oklahoma Attorney General at 833-681-1895 or email consumerprotection@oag.ok.gov. For additional information on disaster-related scams or fraud, visit www.oag.ok.gov/sites/g/files/gmc766/f/disaster_scam_prevention_packet.pdf
You can also report insurance fraud or scams to the Oklahoma Insurance Department’s Anti-Fraud Unit at fraud.stoppers@oid.ok.gov or 1-800-522-0071.
If you have knowledge of fraud, waste or abuse, you can report these tips - 24 hours a day, seven days a week - to the FEMA Disaster Fraud Hotline at 866-720-5721. You can also email StopFEMAFraud@fema.dhs.gov to report a tip.
If you suspect identity theft, please visit Identity Theft | Consumer Advice (ftc.gov) or IdentityTheft.gov.
alexa.brown Mon, 05/01/2023 - 15:01Disaster Recovery Center Open in White County
INDIANAPOLIS – The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in White County from May 1-3 and May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
1017 O’Conner Blvd.
Monticello, IN 47960
Center hours on May 1-2 and 11-12 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m.
Hours for May 3 and 13 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open or will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023
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FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.
For more information on Indiana’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4704. Follow us on our Facebook.com/FEMA page and Twitter at @femaRegion5.
FEMA does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status.
nicole.wilson Mon, 05/01/2023 - 14:55Disaster Recovery Center Open in Clinton County
INDIANAPOLIS – The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Clinton County from May 1-3 and May 11-13 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
Clinton Emergency Management Building
1859 S Jackson St.
Frankfort, IN 46041
Center hours on May 1-2 and 11-12 will be 8 a.m-6 p.m.
Hours for May 3 and 13 will be 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers are open or will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023
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FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.
For more information on Indiana’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4704. Follow us on our Facebook.com/FEMA page and Twitter at @femaRegion5.
FEMA does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status.
nicole.wilson Mon, 05/01/2023 - 14:49Building Safety Starts with You
CHICAGO – May is Building Safety Month, and this year’s campaign, “It Starts with You,” reinforces the need for the adoption of modern, regularly updated building codes, and helps individuals, families and businesses understand what it takes to create safe and sustainable structures.
“One of the most effective ways to safeguard our communities against natural disasters is to adopt and follow hazard-resistant building codes,” said FEMA Region 5 Regional Administrator Tom Sivak. “As climate change causes more frequent, intense weather events, smart construction codes and standards have become imperative to saving lives, protecting property and building disaster resilience in the places we call home.”
To see what codes your community has adopted to protect you, you can visit sites like www.InspectToProtect.org. Once you know this information, reach out to your community’s decision makers to implement changes in your area that help make your community safer and stronger.
Consider taking additional steps to help make your home safer and stronger:
- Elevate and anchor utilities. Elevate and anchor your critical utilities, including electrical panels, propane tanks, sockets, wiring, appliances, and heating systems to reduce the risk of flood waters damaging them.
- Waterproof your basement. Install a water alarm and maintain a working sump pump to protect your basement. Install a battery-operated backup pump in case of power failure. Consider also installing a back-flow valve, to push the flow of water & sewer backup away from your property.
- Protect windows during high-wind events. Consider adding storm shutters, shatter-resistant film or stormproof high-impact glass to reduce the risks of glass breaking from flying debris.
- Fortify your roof. Re-adhere any loose shingles and consider impact-resistant shingles on your roof. Install roof strappings to anchor the roof framing to the wall framings so the wind can’t lift your roof off your house.
- Take advantage of insurance incentives. Many insurance policies offer financial incentives for risk reduction measures. For example, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) will cover up to $1,000 in reasonable expenses incurred to protect your insured property. Call your insurance agent for more information about benefits that may be available to you.
For more information about Building Safety Month or ways to increase awareness about building safety visit 2023 Building Safety Month - ICC (iccsafe.org). Learn even more about how to prepare before a disaster strikes by visiting www.Ready.gov.
FEMA's mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.
nicole.wilson Mon, 05/01/2023 - 14:45Broward County Residents Can Apply for FEMA Assistance
LAKE MARY, Fla. – Homeowners and renters in Broward County who were affected by the April 12-14 severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding are now eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
President Biden issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Florida. Disaster assistance may include financial help with temporary lodging and home repairs, as well as other disaster-related expenses.
Homeowners and renters in Broward County can apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA mobile app or call 800-621-3362. The helpline is available from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service.
When applying, you will need to provide:
- Your current phone number where you can be contacted.
- Your current address and your address at the time of the disaster.
- Your Social Security number.
- A general description of damage and losses caused by the disaster.
- Banking information, if you are eligible for disaster assistance and you’d like to receive funds directly deposited into your bank account.
- If insured, the types of insurance you have, and when available the policy number or the agent and/or the company name.
For an accessible video about how to apply, go online to Three Ways to Register for FEMA Disaster Assistance - YouTube.
What to do if you have insuranceIf you have homeowners, renters or flood insurance, you should file a claim as soon as possible. While FEMA cannot duplicate benefits for losses covered by insurance, if your policy does not cover all your disaster expenses, you may be eligible for federal assistance.
Document damage and begin cleanup and repairs to prevent further damage. Remember to keep receipts from all purchases related to the cleanup and repair.
For information on Florida’s recovery, visit floridadisaster.org/info and fema.gov/disaster/4709. Follow FEMA on Twitter at FEMA Region 4 (@femaregion4) / Twitter and at facebook.com/fema.
bree-constance… Sat, 04/29/2023 - 16:19President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Florida
WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Florida to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding from April 12-14, 2023.
The President's action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in Broward County. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster.
Federal funding is also available to state and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in Broward County.
Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.
Brett H. Howard has been named the Federal Coordinating Officer for federal recovery operations in the affected areas. Additional designations may be made if warranted by the results of damage assessments.
Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated areas can begin applying for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA App. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
mayshaunt.gary Fri, 04/28/2023 - 20:13President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nevada
WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Nevada to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides March 8-19, 2023.
Public Assistance federal funding is available to the state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe winter storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides in Douglas, Eureka, Lincoln, Lyon, Mineral and Storey counties.
Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.
Maona M. Ngwira has been named as the Federal Coordinating Officer for federal recovery operations in the affected area. Additional designations may be made if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further assessments.
sophia.eitel Fri, 04/28/2023 - 14:53Kentucky Houses of Worship Affected by March Storms Can Apply for FEMA Assistance
FRANKFORT, Ky. – Houses of worship and other private nonprofit organizations may be eligible for FEMA assistance to help reimburse costs for emergency protective measures, debris removal and restoration of facilities damaged by storms, straight-line-winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides affecting Kentucky between March 3-4, 2023.
FEMA’s Public Assistance program may provide financial assistance to certain private nonprofit organizations – including houses of worship – to restore facilities damaged or destroyed in this disaster. The federal share for Public Assistance projects is not less than 75 percent of the eligible cost. The state determines how the non-federal share of the cost of a project (up to 25 percent) is split with the sub-recipients such as local and county governments.
To be eligible, private non-profits must:
- Be located within the designated counties; and incurred impacts as a result of the event:
- Provide a current ruling letter from the IRS granting tax exemption under Section 501 (c) (d) or (e) of the IRS Code of 1954, or documentation from the Kentucky Secretary of State indicating nonprofit status;
- Provide proof of ownership or lease documentation establishing legal responsibility to repair incident-related impacts; and
- For non-critical private nonprofits seeking Public Assistance reimbursement for permanent work, applicants must apply to the U.S. Small Business Administration for a loan and receive a determination.
Applicants whose facilities were damaged in March storms can apply for assistance through the Commonwealth. For more information on submitting a Request for Public Assistance, click on this link: How to Apply for Public Assistance. Applicants should contact their county Emergency manager or KY Division of Emergency Management, or email pa.help@KY-em.org.
The deadline to submit a Request for Public Assistance Is May 10, 2023.
mayshaunt.gary Thu, 04/27/2023 - 18:42FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips at Rolling Fork True Value
MADISON, Miss. – Repairing or rebuilding your home? Disaster survivors who are working on their homes after the March 24-25 severe weather can learn about reducing risks from future disasters by visiting the Rolling Fork True Value hardware store to speak with a FEMA Community Education and Outreach specialist.
Advisors will give tips on rebuilding and protecting homes from future disaster-related damage. The advice includes topics like cleaning after a disaster, do-it-yourself repairs and working with general contractors.
FEMA specialists will be available in Rolling Fork for two days this week:
Rolling Fork True Value
19999 U.S. Hwy. 61
Rolling Fork, MS 39159
Hours:
7:30 a.m. to noon, Friday, April 28
7:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 29
Specialists are also available on the FEMA Community Education and Outreach Helpline, 833-336-2487 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, Central Time. You may leave a voicemail at any time. Or you may email FEMA-R4-HMHELP@FEMA.DHS.GOV.
For the latest information on recovery from Mississippi tornadoes, visit March 24 2023 Severe Weather Disaster Information - MEMA (msema.org) and 4697 | FEMA.gov. Follow FEMA Region 4 (@femaregion4) / Twitter and at facebook.com/fema.
sandra.habib Thu, 04/27/2023 - 16:17FEMA Assistance Won’t Affect Other Benefits
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee residents who receive Social Security payments or other government assistance should not be concerned that FEMA disaster assistance aiding their recovery from the March 31 to April 1, 2023, storms and tornadoes will affect their benefits.
FEMA assistance is not taxable income and does not affect eligibility for other benefits. FEMA grants do not affect Social Security, Medicare or Medicaid. And they do not affect assistance provided under Tennessee’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, or other federal welfare and entitlement programs.
Disaster funding helps survivors pay for temporary housing, essential home repairs, essential personal property repairs and replacement, and other serious disaster-related needs not covered by insurance or other sources.
Under the president’s major disaster declaration, affected individuals and households in the following 10 counties are eligible to apply for FEMA assistance: Cannon, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Lewis, Macon, McNairy, Rutherford, Tipton and Wayne counties. If you were among those who had damage or losses to your primary home, you can apply for FEMA assistance.
Applying with other agencies such as the American Red Cross or the state does not make you eligible for FEMA assistance; you must apply with FEMA to be considered for federal assistance. The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
To apply for FEMA assistance, visit DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA mobile app or call the Disaster Assistance Helpline at 800-621-3362. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service when you apply. Helpline operators speak many languages and lines are open from 6 a.m. to midnight Central Daylight Time daily. Press 2 for Spanish. Press 3 for an interpreter who speaks your language.
For an American Sign Language video on how to apply, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU7wzRjByhI&list=PL720Kw_OojlKOhtKG7HM_0n_kEawus6FC&index=6
For the latest information on Tennessee’s recovery from the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes, visit FEMA.gov/Disaster/4701. You may also follow TN.gov/TEMA; Twitter.com/TEMA, Facebook.com/TNDisasterInfo, @FEMARegion4/Twitter and Facebook.com/FEMA.
sandra.habib Thu, 04/27/2023 - 16:13FEMA Updates Flood Maps in Shasta County and Redding
OAKLAND, Calif. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has delivered preliminary flood maps for unincorporated Shasta County and the City of Redding. The maps identify revised flood hazards along the Stillwater Creek and its tributaries down to the confluence of the Sacramento River. The new maps will help building officials, contractors and homeowners make effective mitigation decisions, thereby contributing to safer and more disaster resilient communities.
Before the new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) become effective, there is a 90-day appeal period from April 27, 2023 to July 26, 2023. During that time, residents or businesses with supporting technical and scientific information, such as detailed hydraulic or hydrologic data, can appeal the flood risk information on the preliminary maps, which can be viewed at fema.gov/preliminaryfloodhazarddata.
Flood hazards are dynamic and change frequently for many reasons, including weather patterns, erosion and community development. Officials from FEMA, Shasta County and the City of Redding worked together to provide updated information that accurately reflects the flood risk. These changes may also affect future building standards or insurance requirements.
The local mapping project is part of a national effort led by FEMA to increase local knowledge of flood risks and support actions to address and reduce the effects of flooding on new and improved structures. FEMA encourages residents to review the preliminary flood maps to learn about local flood risks, potential future flood insurance requirements and identify any concerns or questions about the information provided.
Risk of flooding affects almost every corner of the nation. In total, 98% of counties have experienced a flood event, which makes floods the most common and widespread of all weather-related natural disasters.
For more information, contact Shasta County at (530) 225-5661 or scfloodmapping@co.shasta.ca.us. Community information is available for Redding at (530) 225-4022 or planning@cityofredding.org.
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robert.barker Thu, 04/27/2023 - 14:25Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Morgan and Johnson Counties
INDIANAPOLIS – The state of Indiana and FEMA have opened two Disaster Recovery Centers in Morgan and Johnson counties to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are at the centers to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The centers will be located at:
Morgan County Fairgrounds
1749 Hospital Dr.
Martinsville, IN 46151
And:
999 N Front St.
Whiteland, IN 46184
Center hours are:
7 a.m.–7 p.m. Monday–Friday,
7 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday, and
Closed on Sundays.
Additional recovery centers will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023
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FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.
For more information on Indiana’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4704. Follow us on our Facebook.com/FEMA page and Twitter at @femaRegion5.
FEMA does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status.
nicole.wilson Thu, 04/27/2023 - 09:36Disaster Recovery Center Open in Lake County
INDIANAPOLIS – The state of Indiana and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Lake County from April 27-29 and May 8-10 to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be at the center to help with FEMA applications, answer questions and provide referrals to resources.
The center will be located at:
791 83rd Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
Center hours will be:
8 a.m. – 6 p.m. on April 27 and 28,
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on April 29, and
8 a.m. – 6 p.m. on May 8 and May 9.
May 10 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Additional recovery centers will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023
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FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.
For more information on Indiana’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4704. Follow us on our Facebook.com/FEMA page and Twitter at @femaRegion5.
FEMA does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status.
nicole.wilson Thu, 04/27/2023 - 09:31Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Sullivan
INDIANAPOLIS – The state of Indiana and FEMA have opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Sullivan to help survivors of the March 31–April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Recovery specialists from FEMA, the state and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are at the center to answer questions, help with applications for FEMA assistance, and provide referrals to resources.
The center is located at:
Sullivan City Hall
110 N Main Street
Sullivan, IN 47882
Center hours are 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Monday–Friday, and 7 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday.
The center is closed on Sundays.
Additional recovery centers will be opening soon in other impacted areas. Individuals and businesses in Allen, Benton, Clinton, Grant, Howard, Johnson, Lake, Monroe, Morgan, Owen, Sullivan, and White counties can visit any open center for help. To find a nearby center, visit fema.gov/drc.
To apply for FEMA assistance without visiting a center, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or use the FEMA App. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2023
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FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.
For more information on Indiana’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4704. Follow us on our Facebook.com/FEMA page and Twitter at @femaRegion5.
FEMA does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status.
nicole.wilson Thu, 04/27/2023 - 09:25What to Expect After Applying for FEMA Assistance
OKLAHOMA CITY – If you live in McClain and Pottawatomie counties and were affected by the April 19-20 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes, FEMA may be able to help with temporary housing expenses, basic home repairs or other essential disaster-related needs that are not covered by insurance.
Residents in the designated counties can apply online at disasterassistance.gov, by calling 800-621-3362, or by using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service.
During the application process, FEMA personnel will ask for:
- A current phone number where you can be contacted.
- Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you are now staying.
- Your Social Security Number.
- A general list of damage and losses.
- Banking information if you choose direct deposit.
- If insured, the policy number or the agent and/or the company name.
Applicants are required to inform FEMA of all insurance coverage that may be available to them to meet their disaster-caused needs. Insured applicants must provide documentation that identifies their insurance settlements or benefits before FEMA will consider their eligibility for categories of assistance that may be covered by private insurance. If applicants are unable to locate important documentation, FEMA will work with them to identify other ways to verify information.
Home InspectionsIf you report that you cannot, or may not be able to, safely live in your home, FEMA may need to perform an inspection of the damaged dwelling. FEMA will contact you to meet at the address where the damage was reported. You or your designated co-applicant identified on your registration will need to meet with an inspector and provide a photo ID. FEMA inspectors should have federal photo identification. Oklahoma residents are reminded to ask for official photo identification before sharing personal information.
For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to Three Ways to Apply.
alexa.brown Wed, 04/26/2023 - 20:49Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Offices Open to the Public in Mora, Las Vegas and Santa Fe
SANTA FE, New Mexico – The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office has opened three office locations to the public in Mora, Las Vegas, and Santa Fe.
Claimants can visit any location to speak with Claims Office staff to discuss the claims process, pick up or drop off a Notice of Loss, or schedule an appointment with a Claims Navigator, who can help you fill out your Notice of Loss and discuss the specifics of your claim.
Mora Claims Office
Mora County Courthouse 1 Courthouse Drive Mora, NM 87732
Oficina de reclamaciones de Las Vegas (ubicación provisional)
366 Luna Drive, Las Vegas, NM 87701
General Studies Building, Room 109
(Located on the campus of Luna Community College)
Oficina de reclamaciones de Santa Fe
1711 Llano Street, Suite E, Santa Fe, NM 87505
(Cercano a Mucho Gourmet Sandwich Shoppe)
If you have any questions, the Claims Office Helpline can be reached Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. at 505-995-7133
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