Additional Counties Now Eligible for FEMA Public Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- Additional counties in the commonwealth of Kentucky have been added to the major disaster declaration for the FEMA Public Assistance program for Kentucky’s severe storms and flooding in February. 

• Estill and Simpson counties added to the flooding disaster declaration for assistance under the Public Assistance program for emergency protective measures, including direct federal assistance.
• Adair, Allen, Ballard, Barren, Bell, Boyd, Breathitt, Butler, Caldwell, Carlisle, Clay, Crittenden, Cumberland, Elliott, Floyd, Green, Hancock, Hart, Harlan, Hickman, Johnson, Knott, Knox, Letcher, Livingston, Marshall, Martin, McLean, Metcalfe, Monroe, Morgan, Muhlenberg, Ohio, Perry, Pike, Rockcastle, Spencer, Union and Wayne counties added for all categories of Public Assistance, including direct federal assistance.

Commonwealth, local and territorial governments, and certain private-nonprofit organizations in these designated counties are eligible for assistance for emergency work and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities. Learn more about the Public Assistance program.

For the latest information about Kentucky’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4860. Follow FEMA on X at x.com/femaregion4 or on Facebook at facebook.com/fema.

sarah.cleary Thu, 03/13/2025 - 20:46

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in San Augustine County, Texas

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in San Augustine County, Texas. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements.

The updated maps were produced in coordination with local, state and FEMA officials. Significant community review of the maps has already taken place, but before the maps become final, community residents can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in the 90-day appeal and comment period.

The 90-day appeal and comment period will begin on or around March 13, 2025. 

Appeals and comments may be submitted through June 11, 2025, for:

• The city of San Augustine; the town of Broaddus; and the unincorporated areas of San Augustine County

Residents may submit an appeal if they consider modeling or data used to create the map to be technically or scientifically incorrect.

• An appeal must include technical information, such as hydraulic or hydrologic data, to support the claim.
• Appeals cannot be based on the effects of proposed projects or projects started after the study is in progress.
• If property owners see incorrect information that does not change the flood hazard information — such as a missing or misspelled road name in the Special Flood Hazard Area or an incorrect corporate boundary — they can submit a written comment.

The next step in the mapping process is to resolve all comments and appeals. Once these are resolved, FEMA will notify communities of the effective date of the final maps.

To review the preliminary maps or submit appeals and comments, visit your local floodplain administrator (FPA). A FEMA Map Specialist can identify your community FPA. Specialists are available by telephone at 877-FEMA-MAP (877-336-2627) or by email at FEMA-FMIX@fema.dhs.gov.

The preliminary maps may also be viewed online:

• The Flood Map Changes Viewer at http://msc.fema.gov/fmcv
• FEMA Map Service Center at http://msc.fema.gov/portal
• The Base Level Engineering-to-FIRM Viewer at https://webapps.usgs.gov/fema/ble_firm

For more information about the flood maps:

• Use a live chat service about flood maps at floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/fmx_main.html (just click on the “Live Chat Open” icon).
• Contact a FEMA Map Specialist by telephone at 877-FEMA-MAP (877-336-2627) or by email at FEMA-FMIX@fema.dhs.gov.

There are cost-saving options available for those newly mapped into a high-risk flood zone. Learn more about your flood insurance options by talking with your insurance agent or visiting floodsmart.gov.

toan.nguyen Thu, 03/13/2025 - 14:35

How to Register for Individual Assistance

Residents of Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties whose primary residences were damaged by the floods of Feb. 15 – 18, 2025, may be eligible to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance. The deadline to apply is Monday April 28, 2025.

If you registered your damages through a state survey, you still need to register for FEMA Individual Assistance. The information from the state survey was used to help the damage assistance teams scope the extent of the damages. But residents in the designated counties must additionally apply for FEMA assistance and may receive help with expenses related to essential items, temporary housing, home repairs, and other needs as a result of the winter flooding.

There are four ways to apply:

• Visit DisasterAssistance.gov.
• Download the FEMA App.
• Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.
  • Phone lines are open every day and help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, please provide FEMA your number for that service.
• Speak with someone in person.
  • Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams will be on the ground in impacted communities, walking door-to-door to share information and help residents apply for FEMA assistance.
  • In coordination with the West Virginia Emergency Management Division (WVEMD) and officials in impacted counties, FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Mercer, McDowell, Mingo, and Wyoming  Counties. At a Disaster Recovery Center, you can get help applying for federal assistance, update your application, and learn about other resources available.

Mercer County Disaster Recovery CenterMcDowell County Disaster Recovery Center

Lifeline Princeton Church of God

250 Oakvale Road 

Princeton, WV 24740

Hours of operation:

Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Closed Sundays 

Closed March 15, March 22, April 19

Bradshaw Town Hall

10002 Marshall Hwy

Bradshaw, WV 24817

   

Hours of operation:

Monday to Saturday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed Sundays

Mingo County Disaster Recovery CenterWyoming County Disaster Recovery Center

Williamson Campus

1601 Armory Drive

Williamson, WV 25661

 

 

Hours of operation:

Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Closed on Sundays

Wyoming Court House

24 Main Ave

Pineville, WV 24874

 

Hours of operation:

Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Saturday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Closed on Sundays

If you have insurance, you should file a claim as soon as possible. FEMA can’t pay for losses that your insurance will cover.

When you apply, you will be asked to provide: 

• A description of the damage
• Your contact information, including your current phone number and your 911 address where you can currently be reached
• Your 911 address at the time of disaster
• Your Social Security number
• Your contact information
• If you have insurance, your policy number, agent or company
• Your annual household income
• Your bank account information, if you would like to receive direct deposit  

For a more detailed application checklist: Application Checklist | disasterassistance.gov.

If you have already applied for FEMA assistance and have questions about the status of your application or about appealing a FEMA determination letter you have received, visit a DRC near you for one-on-one assistance or call the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-3362. FEMA staff are ready to answer your questions.

For more information on West Virginia’s disaster recovery, visit emd.wv.gov, West Virginia Emergency Management Division Facebook page,  www.fema.gov/disaster/4861 and www.facebook.com/FEMA.

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erika.osullivan Thu, 03/13/2025 - 14:26

Prepare Now for Severe Weather Threat Starting Friday

CHICAGO – With a forecast for severe storms, heavy rains, high winds and even the potential for tornadoes in much of the Mississippi Valley eastward into the Lower Ohio Valley late Friday into early Saturday, it’s important for residents to take action and know what to do to stay safe. 

“Pay attention to weather reports in your area and follow the directions of local and state officials,” said FEMA Region 5 Acting Regional Administrator Michael S. Chesney. “Ensure everyone in your family knows where to go for shelter, avoid unnecessary travel and stay alert for potential power outages.”

• Sign up for your community’s warning system. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio also provide emergency alerts. If your community has sirens, become familiar with the warning tone.
• Identify sturdy buildings close to where you live, work, study and play. Pay attention to weather reports and warnings and be ready to take shelter immediately, if necessary.
• Make sure all mobile devices are fully charged before the storm. Have batteries and other alternative power sources to meet your needs in case the power goes out, such as a portable charger or power bank. Have flashlights for every household member.
• Take time now to bring outdoor items inside like potted plants, patio furniture, decorations and garbage cans. They can fly away in strong winds.
• Have a communications plan in place. Ensure everyone in your household knows where to go, what to do and how to reconnect after the storm. You can create and download a family plan at Make a Plan Form | Ready.gov.
• Do not walk, swim or drive through floodwaters. Watch for fallen power lines and trees. Report them immediately.
• After the storm and once it is safe to do so, check on family, neighbors and friends to make sure they’re okay.

Find even more valuable tips to help you prepare for severe weather at www.ready.gov/severe-weather and download the free FEMA App.

kimberly.keblish Wed, 03/12/2025 - 18:35

If You Can Not Live in Your Home After February Flooding, Help Is Available

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- If you were affected by the February severe storms and flooding and your pre-disaster primary residence was located in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike or Simpson counties, you may be eligible for Displacement Assistance.

Displacement Assistance

Displacement Assistance is money to help with immediate housing needs if you cannot live in your home after the flooding. This money can be used to stay in a hotel, with family and friends or for other options while you look for temporary housing. 

Displacement Assistance is a one-time payment. If you have used your Displacement Assistance and you still have housing needs, call FEMA at 800-621-3362 or visit a Disaster Recovery Center for other forms of assistance.

How To Apply

You can apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA mobile app, visit a Disaster Recovery Center or call 800-621-3362. If you use a relay service, such as Video Relay Service (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.

The deadline to apply for federal assistance is April 25.

For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.

For more information about Kentucky flooding recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4860. Follow the FEMA Region 4 X account at x.com/femaregion4.

sarah.cleary Wed, 03/12/2025 - 18:30

Damaged wells, furnaces, private roads and bridges, and septic systems may be covered by FEMA

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Homeowners typically apply for disaster assistance for structural damages to their property, such as roofs or floors. But other parts of a residence or private property, not covered by insurance, can also be repaired or replaced under FEMA programs.

Damages to your furnace, septic system, private road and/or bridge, or your private well may also be covered by financial assistance from FEMA. 

Residents of Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties, whose primary residences were damaged by the floods of Feb. 15, 2025, may be eligible to apply. The deadline to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance is Monday April 28, 2025.

FEMA disaster assistance may provide reimbursement for the cost of a professional and licensed technician’s estimate of the repair or replacement of these items. You may also receive assistance for the actual repair or replacement of these items not typically covered by homeowner’s insurance.

When applying for assistance, be sure to include damages to furnaces, septic systems, private roads, private bridges, or private wells on your form. 

There are four ways to apply for FEMA assistance:

• Apply by phone at 800-621-3362
• Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov
• Apply with the FEMA App
  • Download the free FEMA mobile app, available at Google Play or the Apple App Store
• Apply in person at one of our FEMA West Virginia Disaster Recovery Centers:

Mercer County Disaster Recovery CenterMcDowell County Disaster Recovery Center

Lifeline Princeton Church of God

250 Oakvale Road 

Princeton, WV 24740

Hours of operation:

Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Closed Sundays 

Closed March 15, March 22, April 19

Bradshaw Town Hall

10002 Marshall Hwy

Bradshaw, WV 24817

Hours of operation:

Monday to Saturday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed Sundays

 

 

Mingo County Disaster Recovery CenterWyoming County Disaster Recovery Center

Williamson Campus

1601 Armory Drive

Williamson, WV 25661

 

Hours of operation:

Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Closed on Sundays

Wyoming Court House

24 Main Ave

Pineville, WV 24874

Hours of operation:

Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Saturday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Closed on Sundays

• Visit fema.gov/drc to find the latest recovery center information

The Small Business Administration is also accepting applications for low interest loans regarding damages to furnaces, septic systems, private roads, private bridges, or private wells. Residents can go to the Business Recovery Center for more information.

• Business Recovery Center #1 is open at 920 Mercer Street, Princeton WV 24740
• Business Recovery Center #2 is open at 140 Majestic Place, Bluewell WV 24701
• Business Recovery Center #3 is open at 600 Steward Street, Welch WV 24801

For more information on West Virginia’s disaster recovery, visit emd.wv.gov, West Virginia Emergency Management Division Facebook page, www.fema.gov/disaster/4861 and www.facebook.com/FEMA.

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erika.osullivan Wed, 03/12/2025 - 14:32

FEMA Updates Flood Maps in Honolulu County

OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has delivered preliminary flood maps for the City and County of Honolulu. These maps identify revised flood hazards along various streams. The new maps will help building officials, contractors, and homeowners make informed mitigation decisions, thereby contributing to safer, more disaster-resilient communities.

Before the new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) become effective, there will be a 90-day appeal period from March 13, 2025, to June 10, 2025. During this time, residents or businesses with supporting technical and scientific information—such as detailed hydraulic or hydrologic data—may appeal the flood risk information on the preliminary maps. The maps can be viewed at hazards.fema.gov/femaportal/prelimdownload/.

Flood hazards are dynamic and frequently change due to various factors, including weather patterns, erosion, and community development. Officials from FEMA and Honolulu County have worked together to provide updated information that accurately reflects the current flood risk. These changes may also impact future building standards and insurance requirements.

This local mapping project is part of a national effort led by FEMA to enhance public awareness of flood risks and support actions that mitigate the effects of flooding on new and existing structures. FEMA encourages residents to review the preliminary flood maps to better understand their local flood risks, potential future flood insurance requirements, and any concerns they may have regarding the information provided.

Flooding affects nearly every part of the nation. In fact, 98% of U.S. counties have experienced a flood event, making floods the most common and widespread weather-related natural disaster.

For more information, contact Dawn Takeuchi Apuna at the City and County of Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting at (800) 768-8000 or dpp@honolulu.gov.

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brandi.richard… Wed, 03/12/2025 - 00:23

FEMA Assistance Now Available for More West Virginians

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Residents of Logan and Wayne counties are now eligible to apply for assistance from FEMA to help with costs from the Feb. 15, 2025, winter flooding. Residents in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, and Wyoming counties remain eligible for assistance. 

FEMA may be able to help you pay for essential items, temporary housing, home repairs and other needs due to the disaster, including: 

• Immediate or lifesaving and life-sustaining items, including water, food, first aid, prescriptions, infant formula, breastfeeding supplies, diapers, consumable medical supplies, durable medical equipment, personal hygiene items, and fuel for transportation
• Rental assistance if you are displaced because of the disaster including financial assistance for the following: hotel stays, stays with family and friends, or other options while you look for a rental unit
• Repair or replacement of a vehicle, appliances, room furnishings, personal or family computer
• Books, uniforms, tools, computers and other items required for school or work, including self-employment
• Moving and storage fees and medical, childcare, and funeral expenses 

There are multiple ways to apply: 

• Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.
  • Lines are open every day and help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS) or captioned telephone service, please provide FEMA your number for that service.
• Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov.
• Download the FEMA App.
• Visit one of our FEMA West Virginia Disaster Recovery Centers.

Mercer County Disaster Recovery CenterMcDowell County Disaster Recovery Center

Lifeline Princeton Church of God

250 Oakvale Road 

Princeton, WV 24740

 

Hours of operation:

Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Closed Sundays 

Closed March 15, March 22, April 19

Bradshaw Town Hall

10002 Marshall Hwy

Bradshaw, WV 24817

 

Hours of operation:

Monday to Saturday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed Sundays

Mingo County Disaster Recovery CenterWyoming County Disaster Recovery Center

Williamson Campus

1601 Armory Drive

Williamson, WV 25661

 

Hours of operation:

Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Closed on Sundays

Wyoming Court House

24 Main Ave

Pineville, WV 24874

 

Hours of operation:

Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Saturday: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Closed on Sundays

• Visit fema.gov/drc to find the latest recovery center information 

Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams are on the ground in impacted communities, walking door to door to share information and help residents apply for FEMA assistance.

If you have insurance, you should file a claim as soon as possible. FEMA can’t pay for losses your insurance will cover. 

For more information on West Virginia’s disaster recovery, visit emd.wv.gov, West Virginia Emergency Management Division Facebook page, www.fema.gov/disaster/4861, and www.facebook.com/FEMA.

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kelly.magarity Tue, 03/11/2025 - 18:19

FEMA Assistance Available for Personal Property Loss

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- Kentucky residents who experienced damage from the February severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides may be eligible for FEMA assistance. Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Simpson counties are encouraged to apply.  

FEMA assistance covers basic needs. It will not restore all disaster-related property loss. Insurance coverage is the best means to recover after a natural disaster. However, Personal Property Loss assistance may repair or replace disaster-damaged property if conditions meet the eligibility requirements, and the item(s) may fall within any of these categories:

• Appliances: Includes standard household appliances, such as a refrigerator, washing machine, etc.
• Clothing: Essential clothing needed due to overall loss, damage, or contamination.
• Home Furnishings: Basic furnishings found in a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and living room.
• Tools Required for Work and School: Tools and equipment required for your job and items required as a condition of an applicant’s or household member’s education. This assistance also applies to self-employed individuals.
• Computing Devices: Funds to cover replacement of one personal or family computer. Funds for additional computers required for work or school may be approved.
• Accessible Items: FEMA also provides assistance for damaged personal property required for qualified applicants with disabilities. 

Conditions for Eligibility

• To be eligible, these items must have been owned prior to February 14 and be damaged by the flooding.
• The item was owned and in use by occupants of the household.
• FEMA does not provide assistance for furnishings and/or appliances provided by a landlord.
• Items used by guests and relatives who were not members of the pre-disaster household are not eligible for assistance.
• FEMA may not repair or replace a storm-damaged item if residents own a similar item that works.

How To Apply for FEMA Assistance

• Visit a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center. To find the nearest one, text your zip code to ‘43362’ or visit FEMA.gov/drc.
• Call FEMA at 800-621-3362. Multilingual operators are available. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service.
• Apply at DisasterAssistance.gov.
• Download and use the FEMA app.

The deadline to apply for federal assistance is April 25.

For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.

For more information about Kentucky flooding recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4860. Follow the FEMA Region 4 X account at x.com/femaregion4.

sarah.cleary Tue, 03/11/2025 - 16:35

Less Than Five Days Remain to Request Compensation for Damages from Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire

Deadline approaches for landowners' restoration plan requests from USDA

SANTA FE, N.M. — Individuals impacted by the 2022 Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and subsequent flooding who have not yet filed a claim for damages have less than five days left to submit a Notice of Loss (NOL). The deadline to do so is March 14. After this date, it will no longer be possible to request compensation from the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office, nor will requests for a no-cost flood insurance policy or a conservation restoration plan be accepted for eligible individuals.

“If you know a friend, family member, or neighbor who was impacted by the disaster and has not yet submitted a Notice of Loss, please encourage them to do so this week,” says Jay Mitchell, Director of Operations for the New Mexico Joint Recovery Office. “The funds are available to help them rebuild, but they must take this first step before March 14. If they have any questions or concerns, they can call the Claims Office Helpline to speak with someone who can assist them.”

There are several ways to submit an NOL—by email, mail, or in-person at a Claims Office. Most residents can complete the NOL form in less than 20 minutes. Supporting documentation is not needed at this stage. Submitting the NOL ensures that your claim is officially in process. Once submitted, you will be assigned a Navigator from the Claims Office who will guide you throughout the remainder of the process. 

Individuals wishing to submit an NOL before Friday are encouraged to do so by email or in-person at a Claims Office. Claims Offices will be open this Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and do not require an appointment. Office locations can be found on the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office website fema.gov/hermits-peak. If you have any questions, you are encouraged to call the Claims Office helpline at (505) 995-7133. The helpline will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday.

 Las Vegas Claims OfficeMora Claims OfficeSanta Fe Claims OfficeAddress

216 Mills Avenue

Las Vegas, NM 87701

1 Courthouse Drive

Mora, NM 87732

1711 Llano Street, Suite E 

Santa Fe, NM 87505

Hours

• Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Tuesday 7:30 a.m.- 7-:30 p.m.
• Friday: March 14: 7:30 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9 a.m. – noon
• Sunday: Closed

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Friday March 14: 7:30 a.m.- 6:00 pm
• Saturday: 9 a.m. - noon
• Sunday: Closed

• Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Friday March 14: 7:30 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9 a.m. - noon
• Sunday: Closed

In addition to seeking compensation for damages, claimants can also request a five-year flood insurance policy and conservation restoration plan for damage to their land. “Land is vital to the community and economic resilience of Northern New Mexico,” says Director Mitchell. “For eligible claimants, compensation is available to help cover the costs of these programs, which are designed to restore and strengthen the land for future generations.” More information about these programs is available on the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office website Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office | FEMA.gov. 

For more information on restoration plans, please visit https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/hermits-peak or one of the following two NRCS Field Office locations:

Las Vegas NRCS Field OfficeMora NRCS Field Office

1927 A 7th St.  

Las Vegas, NM 87701 

505-425-3594 Ext. 3

523 NM Highway 518

Mora, NM 87732

505-387-2424 Ext. 3

If you have questions, call the Claims Office Helpline at (505) 995-7133. You can also leave a voicemail, and your call will be returned. Locations and hours can be found at https://www.fema.gov/hermits-peak/contact-us.

Don’t wait—submit your NOL today to begin your recovery. The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Assistance Act provides that the value of compensation is not considered income or resources for taxation purposes. Please consult a tax professional if you have questions regarding your tax obligations for compensation received. 

The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office is committed to meeting the needs of people impacted by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and subsequent flooding by providing full compensation available under the law as expeditiously as possible. At the time of publication, the FEMA Claims Office has paid $1.97 billion to claimants. 

For information and updates regarding the Claims Office, please visit the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office website at fema.gov/hermits-peak. You can also follow our Facebook page and turn notifications on to stay up to date about the claims process, upcoming deadlines and other program announcements at facebook.com/HermitsPeakCalfCanyonClaimsOffice. 

Para información en español, visite fema.gov/es/hermits-peak. 

erika.suzuki Tue, 03/11/2025 - 14:24

FEMA Teams Visiting Neighborhoods Affected by February Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- Kentucky residents are starting to see FEMA crews in neighborhoods, helping those affected by the February severe storms and flooding apply for federal disaster assistance in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Simpson counties.  

FEMA personnel are visiting the disaster affected areas to help homeowners and renters apply with FEMA and quickly identify and address immediate and emerging needs. They also can provide application status updates and referrals to additional community resources.

FEMA teams will never ask for or accept money and will always be wearing a FEMA identification badge with a photograph. A FEMA shirt, vest or jacket is not proof of identity. While helping someone apply, they will ask for personal information, including social security number, annual income and bank information. Residents are encouraged to ask for identification before providing any personal information. They can also call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 to verify a FEMA visit is legitimate.

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 Attorney General by calling 502-696-5485 or visit its website at Natural Disaster Scams - Kentucky Attorney General. To file a fraud complaint, go online to Scam Report (kentucky.gov).

If you suspect fraudulent activity involving FEMA, you can report it to the FEMA Fraud Branch at:  StopFEMAFraud@fema.dhs.gov, fax: 202- 212-4926 or write to: FEMA Fraud and Internal Investigation Division, 400 C Street SW Mail Stop 3005, Washington, DC 20472-3005.

The first step to receive FEMA assistance is to apply. There are four ways to apply: you can apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by using the FEMA mobile app, visiting a Disaster Recovery Center or calling 800-621-3362. If you use a relay service, such as Video Relay Service (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.

The deadline to apply for federal assistance is April 25.

For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.

For more information about Kentucky flooding recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4860. Follow the FEMA Region 4 X account at x.com/femaregion4.

sarah.cleary Mon, 03/10/2025 - 16:10

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Harlan County

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- A Disaster Recovery Center will open on March 9, in Harlan County in areas affected by the February floods. 

Disaster Recovery Centers, operated by the Kentucky Division of Emergency Management and FEMA, offer in-person support to survivors in declared counties as the result of severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides from February.   

FEMA representatives can explain available assistance programs, how to apply to FEMA, and help connect 

survivors with resources for their recovery needs. The deadline to apply for federal assistance is April 25, 2025.

Disaster Recovery Centers operate from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and 1 to 7 p.m. ET on Sundays, unless otherwise noted.

HARLAN COUNTY

Harlan County Fiscal Court, 210 E Central Street, Harlan, KY 40831

Other Disaster Recovery Centers are open in the following locations: 

PIKE COUNTY

Pike Public Library, 126 Lee Ave., Pikeville, KY 41501
Belfry Public Library, 24371 US-119 North, Belfry, KY 41514

PERRY COUNTY

Hazard Community College, 1 Old Community College Drive, Hazard, KY 41701

MARTIN COUNTY

Martin County Library, 180 E Main Street, Inez, KY 41224

KNOTT COUNTY

Knott County Sports Complex, 450 Kenny Champion Loop #8765, Leburn, KY 41831

FLOYD COUNTY

Floyd County Board of Education, 442 KY-550, Eastern, KY 41622

OWSLEY COUNTY

Owsley County Recreation Center, 99 County Barn Road, Booneville, KY 41314

LETCHER COUNTY

Letcher County Recreation Center, 1505 Jenkins Road, Whitesburg, KY 41848

BREATHITT COUNTY

Breathitt Public Library, 1024 College Ave., Jackson, KY 41339

CLAY COUNTY

Clay County Health Department, 330 Shamrock Road, Manchester, KY 40962

Clay County Disaster Recovery Center will be closed on Sundays. 

Additional Disaster Recovery Centers will open across the Commonwealth disaster area in the coming days. 

In addition to FEMA personnel, representatives from the Kentucky Office of Unemployment Insurance, the Kentucky Department of Insurance and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be available at the recovery centers to assist survivors.

If you are unable to visit the center, there are other ways to apply: you can apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by using the FEMA mobile app or by calling 800-621-3362. If you use a relay service, such as Video Relay Service (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service.

When you apply, you will need to provide:

• 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.

The first step to receive FEMA assistance is to apply. 

For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.

For more information about Kentucky flooding recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4860. Follow the FEMA Region 4 X account at x.com/femaregion4.

sarah.cleary Mon, 03/10/2025 - 13:26

FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair Mar. 15 in Vidalia

FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Mar. 15, in Vidalia at the following location:

EMA/EMS Building

509 Maple Drive

Vidalia, GA 30474

The Housing Resource Fair will bring together federal, state and local agencies in one place to offer services and resources to families recovering from Hurricane Helene.  

The goal of this collaborative effort is to help connect eligible disaster survivors with affordable housing along with valuable information and resources on their road to recovery.

Survivors will meet with local housing organizations, property owners and landlords, as well as gain information on the HEARTS Georgia Sheltering Program, and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans.

The Housing Resource Fair is an opportunity for survivors to: 

• Explore affordable housing options and rental assistance programs.
• Meet with representatives from local housing organizations, landlords and property managers.
• Gain access to resources for displaced individuals and families.
• Learn about community partners that will provide educational funding resources to attendees. 

For FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Kevin Wallace, the Housing Resource Fair will give survivors that needed one-on-one experience: “We want survivors to know we are here for them and want to see the best outcome, which is moving into safe, sanitary and functioning housing,” he said. “We will walk them through their options to ensure they are aware of the resources that are available to fit their need.”

Anyone who was affected by Tropical Storm Debby or Hurricane Helene, whether they have applied for FEMA assistance or not, is welcome to attend.

FEMA is committed to ensuring disaster assistance is accomplished in an impartial manner, without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, nationality, sex, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status. Any disaster survivor or member of the public may contact the FEMA Office of Civil Rights if they feel that they have a complaint of discrimination. FEMA’s Office of Civil Rights can be contacted at FEMA-OCR-ECRD@fema.dhs.gov or toll-free at 833-285-7448.

jakia.randolph Mon, 03/10/2025 - 12:27

Disaster Recovery Centers in Mingo and Wyoming Counties, W.Va. Opening Monday March 10

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Two Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) will be opening on Monday March 10, at 8:00 a.m. One DRC will open in Mingo County at Williamson Campus in Williamson, WV and the other will open in Wyoming County at the Wyoming County Courthouse in Pineville, WV. 

The centers are located at: 

Mingo County Disaster Recovery Center

Williamson Campus

1601 Armory Drive

Williamson, WV 25661

Hours of operation:

Monday through Saturday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Closed on Sundays

Wyoming County Disaster Recovery Center

Wyoming Court House

24 Main Ave

Pineville, WV 24874

Hours of operation:

Monday through Saturday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Closed on Sundays

DRCs are open to all, including survivors with mobility issues, impaired vision, and those who are who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

Residents do not have to visit a DRC to register with FEMA. You can call 800-621-FEMA (3362). The toll-free telephone line operates seven days a week. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA your number for that service. You can also register online at DisasterAssistance.gov or through the FEMA App on your phone. 

For more information on West Virginia’s disaster recovery, visit emd.wv.gov, West Virginia Emergency Management Division Facebook page, www.fema.gov/disaster/4861, and www.facebook.com/FEMA.

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For preparedness information follow the Ready Campaign on X at @Ready.gov, on Instagram @Ready.gov or on the Ready Facebook page.  

 

erika.osullivan Sat, 03/08/2025 - 16:30

Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Breathitt, Clay Counties

FRANKFORT, Ky -- Disaster Recovery Centers opened on March 7 in Breathitt and Clay counties. 

Disaster Recovery Centers, operated by the Kentucky Division of Emergency Management and FEMA, offer in-person support to survivors in declared counties as the result of severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides from February.   

FEMA representatives can explain available assistance programs, how to apply to FEMA, and help connect 

survivors with resources for their recovery needs. The deadline to apply for federal assistance is April 25.

All Disaster Recovery Centers operate Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 to 7 p.m., except the Clay County Disaster Recovery Center, which is closed on Sundays.

BREATHITT COUNTY

Breathitt Public Library, 1024 College Ave., Jackson, KY 41339

Open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and 1 to 7 p.m. ET on Sundays,

CLAY COUNTY

Clay County Health Department, 330 Shamrock Road, Manchester, KY 40962

Open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday. The Clay County Disaster Recovery Center will be closed every Sunday. 

Other Disaster Recovery Centers are open in the following locations: 

PIKE COUNTY

Pike Public Library, 126 Lee Ave., Pikeville, KY 41501
Belfry Public Library, 24371 US-119 North, Belfry, KY 41514

PERRY COUNTY

Hazard Community College, 1 Old Community College Drive, Hazard, KY 41701

MARTIN COUNTY

Martin County Library, 180 E Main Street, Inez, KY 41224

KNOTT COUNTY

Knott County Sports Complex, 450 Kenny Champion Loop #8765, Leburn, KY 41831

FLOYD COUNTY

Floyd County Board of Education, 442 KY-550, Eastern, KY 41622

OWSLEY COUNTY

Owsley County Recreation Center, 99 County Barn Road, Booneville, KY 41314

LETCHER COUNTY

Letcher County Recreation Center, 1505 Jenkins Road, Whitesburg, KY 41848

Disaster Recovery Centers operate from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and 1 to 7 p.m. ET on Sundays, unless otherwise noted. Additional Disaster Recovery Centers will open across the Commonwealth disaster area in the coming days. To find a Disaster Recovery Center near you, text your zip code to ‘43362’ or visit FEMA.gov/drc. 

In addition to FEMA personnel, representatives from the Kentucky Office of Unemployment Insurance, the Kentucky Department of Insurance and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be available at the recovery centers to assist survivors.

If you are unable to visit the center, there are other ways to apply: you 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 Service (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service.

When you apply, you will need to provide:

• 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.

The first step to receive FEMA assistance is to apply. 

For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.

For more information about Kentucky flooding recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4860. Follow the FEMA Region 4 X account at x.com/femaregion4.

sarah.cleary Sat, 03/08/2025 - 13:21

FEMA Extends Deadline to Apply for Wildfire Disaster Assistance

LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles County homeowners and renters who suffered uninsured or underinsured damage to their property from the January wildfires have a few weeks left to apply for federal disaster assistance. FEMA has extended the application deadline to Monday, March 31, 2025.

FEMA assistance for individuals affected by the wildfire can cover rental assistance, temporary housing, home repairs, personal property losses and other disaster-related needs not covered by insurance. FEMA grants do not have to be repaid. FEMA assistance is nontaxable and will not affect eligibility for Social Security, Medicaid or other federal benefits.

Survivors are encouraged to file insurance claims for damage to their homes, personal property and vehicles before they apply for FEMA assistance. FEMA Individual Assistance cannot duplicate insurance benefits or other sources of assistance.

To apply with FEMA:

• Go online at DisasterAssistance.gov (fastest option);
• Use the FEMA App (available at the Apple App Store or Google Play);
• Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. If you use a relay service, such as Video Relay Service (VRS), captioned telephone, or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.
• Visit a Disaster Recovery Center. For locations: DRCLocator.

Disaster Recovery Centers are physically accessible to people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs. They are equipped with assistive technology and other resources to help ensure all applicants can access resources.

 

For the latest information about California’s recovery, visit fema.gov/disaster/4856. Follow FEMA Region 9 @FEMARegion9 on X or follow FEMA online, on X @FEMA or @FEMAEspanol, on FEMA’s Facebook page or Espanol page and at FEMA's YouTube account. For preparedness information follow the Ready Campaign on X at @Ready.gov, on Instagram @Ready.gov or on the Ready Facebook page.

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brandi.richard… Sat, 03/08/2025 - 01:16

FEMA Application Deadline Extended for North Carolinians

HICKORY, N.C. – At the request of the state of North Carolina, FEMA has extended the deadline to apply for assistance after Tropical Storm Helene to April 7, 2025.

FEMA may be able to help with temporary lodging, basic home repairs, personal property loss or other disaster-caused needs. Homeowners and renters in these counties can apply: Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, Forsyth, Gaston, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Iredell, Jackson, Lee, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Mitchell, Nash, Polk, Rowan, Rutherford, Stanly, Surry, Swain, Transylvania, Union, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin and Yancey counties, and members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

There are several ways to apply: Visit a Disaster Recovery Center, go online to DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA App, or call 800-621-3362. If you use a relay service, such as Video Relay Service (VRS), captioned telephone or other, give FEMA your number for that service. To find a Disaster Recovery Center, go online to fema.gov/drc or text DRC & your ZIP code to 43362.

To view an accessible video on how to apply visit Three Ways to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance - YouTube. 

joseph.arbid Fri, 03/07/2025 - 22:32

Be Alert to Fraud After Kentucky Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky -- Kentuckians should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after recent flooding. In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from people affected by the disaster.

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 this happens, 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 further processing of that application.

If you do want 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.

Scams 

FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) crews, housing inspectors and other officials will be working in areas impacted by the flooding. FEMA officials will carry photo identification badges. For security reasons, federal identification may not be photographed or reproduced.

FEMA representatives never charge applicants for disaster assistance, inspections or help in filling out applications. Their services are free. Don't believe anyone who promises a disaster grant in return for payment.

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 report it to the Kentucky Attorney General: https://secure.kentucky.gov/formservices/AttorneyGeneral/ScamReport.

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.

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance After Kentucky FloodingWhat You’ll Need When You Apply

• 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.

If you have homeowners, renters or flood insurance, you should file a claim as soon as possible. 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.

The first step to receive FEMA assistance is to apply. There are four ways to apply: call the toll-free FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, visit DisasterAssistance.gov, download the FEMA App or visit a Disaster Recovery Center. The phone line is open daily from 7 a.m. to midnight ET, and help is available in most languages. The deadline to apply for assistance for flooding is April 25, 2025. 

For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.

For more information about Kentucky flooding recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4860. Follow the FEMA Region 4 X account at x.com/femaregion4. 

sarah.cleary Fri, 03/07/2025 - 13:29

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following the February Severe Storms and Floods

FRANKFORT, Ky -- Kentucky homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Simpson counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and floods may apply for FEMA disaster assistance.

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance

There are several ways to apply: Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov, call 800-621-3362 from 7 a.m. to midnight local time every day, use the FEMA mobile app or visit a Disaster Recovery Center. 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 for assistance, please have the following information ready:  

• 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.

Residents should file insurance claims as soon as possible. FEMA cannot duplicate benefits for losses covered by insurance. If the insurance policy does not cover all disaster expenses, policy holders may be eligible for federal assistance. 

Take photos to document damage and begin cleanup and repairs to prevent further damage. Remember to keep receipts from all purchases related to any cleanup and repair. 

For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.

For more information about Kentucky flooding recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4860. Follow the FEMA Region 4 X account at x.com/femaregion4. 

sarah.cleary Fri, 03/07/2025 - 13:23

FEMA Encourages Survivors to Apply for Assistance; More Than $1 Million Has Been Approved to Date

Charleston, W.Va.— More than $1 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for over 1,334 households in West Virginia following the impacts of the severe storm and flooding on February 15. This milestone, which was reached just one week after the event was declared, is accompanied by other important moments in disaster assistance and recovery.

“Thanks to state efforts and the hard work of FEMA and the Trump administration, over $1 million in individual assistance has already been approved for West Virginians affected by the floods,” said Governor Patrick Morrisey. “I encourage those in the designated counties to continue to apply for assistance and connect with the Disaster Recovery Centers for any help needed through the process.”

Crew members speak with a resident in Mingo County.

“Reaching this milestone has been a team effort,” Federal Coordinating Officer Mark O’Hanlon said. “FEMA is here and working side-by-side with our West Virginia partners to ensure our mission is done quickly and efficiently. I want to thank our state and local partners, because FEMA could not have reached this milestone without them. We will continue to push forward and support the people of West Virginia who were impacted by the February 15 storm.” 

Residents can visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to apply for FEMA assistance, update their application, or learn more about other resources available. Staff from federal, state, and local agencies are at DRCs to help survivors answer questions about FEMA applications as well as access other resources and support. DRCs are open in Mercer and McDowell Counties and additional DRCs will be opening soon.

Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams are on the ground in impacted communities, walking door-to-door to share information and help residents apply for FEMA assistance. 

A crew member speaks with a resident in McDowell County.

Impacted individuals in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, and Wyoming counties can apply today by visiting www.disasterassistance.gov, using the FEMA mobile app, calling 1-800-621-3362. 

If you have already applied for FEMA assistance and have questions about the status of your application or about appealing a FEMA determination letter you have received, visit a DRC near you for one-on-one assistance or call the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-3362. FEMA staff are ready to answer your questions.

For more information on West Virginia’s disaster recovery, visit emd.wv.gov, West Virginia Emergency Management Division Facebook page,  www.fema.gov/disaster/4861 and www.facebook.com/FEMA.

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FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during and after disasters. FEMA is committed to ensuring disaster assistance is accomplished impartially, without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, English proficiency, or economic status. If you or someone you know has been discriminated against, ask for assistance on the FEMA Helpline 1-800-621-3362 (press 2 for Spanish and 3 for other languages). In addition, FEMA’s Civil Rights Office can be contacted at FEMA-OCR-ECRD@fema.dhs.gov or toll-free at 833-285-7448. 

kelly.magarity Fri, 03/07/2025 - 13:18