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FEDERAL AID PROGRAMS FOR THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA

Tue, 03/17/2020 - 15:03

Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Donald J. Trump's disaster declaration issued for the state of South Carolina.

Assistance for State and Affected Local Governments Can Include as Required:

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President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for South Carolina

Tue, 03/17/2020 - 14:54

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of South Carolina to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding from Feb. 6 to 13, 2020.
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FEMA Urges Survivors to Guard Against Identity Theft

Tue, 03/17/2020 - 12:58

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – FEMA is aware of several cases of reported identity theft involving survivors of the severe storms and tornadoes in Tennessee March 3. The agency is cooperating in the investigation.

Disaster survivors who tried to register with FEMA discovered someone had already registered using their name.

After a disaster, fraud can be a problem. Scammers may contact survivors who have not registered with FEMA and try to extract money or information. When this happens, it is likely the survivor’s personal data has been compromised.

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FEMA Suspends Its In-Field Operations Until March 30

Mon, 03/16/2020 - 15:51

Effective immediately, FEMA will suspend, until March 30, in-field operations in support of the Puerto Rico earthquakes. FEMA personnel will continue to work on the island to support survivors.

 

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Get Home Repair Advice March 16-21 at National Lumber in Juana Díaz, Utuado

Mon, 03/16/2020 - 15:12

PONCE, Puerto Rico – As the people of Puerto Rico repair and rebuild their homes, FEMA has teamed with National Lumber to provide free information and tips on how to make homes damaged by earthquakes and hurricanes stronger and safer.

 

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FEMA approves additional $5.3 million for Blountstown

Mon, 03/16/2020 - 11:01

PANAMA CITY, Fla. FEMA has approved $5,294,215 for the state of Florida to reimburse the city of Blountstown for debris removal costs following Hurricane Michael. Disaster-generated debris posed a threat to public health, safety, natural resources and tourism.

 

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FEMA Awards City of New Smyrna Beach Nearly $1.2 Million to Elevate Flood-Prone Homes

Mon, 03/16/2020 - 10:47

ORLANDO, Fla. – The City of New Smyrna Beach will receive nearly $1.2 million in federal grant money to elevate flood-prone homes—identified by the city—to reduce the loss of life and property from severe flooding events.

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FEMA Awards City of Tampa More Than $1 Million for the Installation of Emergency Generators

Mon, 03/16/2020 - 10:45

ORLANDO, Fla. – The City of Tampa will receive more than $1 million in federal grant money to install two permanent generators to support the Krause Wastewater Pump Station.

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FEMA Awards Town of Lake Park Nearly $3.5 Million to Improve Lake Shore Drive Drainage System

Mon, 03/16/2020 - 10:43

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Town of Lake Park will receive nearly $3.5 million in federal grant money for the drainage system surrounding Lake Shore Drive. This project will improve existing drainage and address sea level rise due to storm surge, king tides and climate change.

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Survivors in 33 Municipalities Have Until April 15 to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance

Sat, 03/14/2020 - 11:51

PONCE, Puerto Rico – Individuals and families who were affected by the Dec. 28-Feb. 4 earthquakes in 33 municipalities now have until April 15, 2020, to apply for disaster assistance with FEMA.

 

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Many Resources Available for Tennessee Disaster Survivors

Fri, 03/13/2020 - 18:48

NASHVILLE – One week after the federal disaster declaration, many resources are in place to help Tennesseans recovering from the March 3 tornadoes and severe storms.

Four Disaster Recovery Centers are open in addition to two Mobile Registration Intake Centers. FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance teams have visited more than 2,700 homes in affected communities to provide information about disaster assistance.

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COVID-19 Emergency Declaration

Fri, 03/13/2020 - 17:13

On March 13, 2020, the President declared the ongoing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic of sufficient severity and magnitude to warrant an emergency declaration for all states, tribes, territories, and the District of Columbia pursuant to section 501 (b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5121-5207 (the “Stafford Act”).  State, Territorial, Tribal, local government entities and certain private non-profit (PNP) organizations are eligible to apply for Public Assistance.  

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President Donald J. Trump Directs FEMA Support Under Emergency Declaration for COVID-19

Fri, 03/13/2020 - 17:05

The federal government continues to take aggressive and proactive steps to address the COVID-19 threat as the health and safety of the American people remain a top priority.

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Cost Share Adjustment allows for $60.9 Million in Additional Funding for WV

Fri, 03/13/2020 - 14:56

The state of West Virginia will receive an additional $60, 979,321.56 from FEMA as a result of President Donald J. Trump amending West Virginia’s 2016 Disaster Declaration (DR-4273).

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FEMA Extends Direct Housing Program in Butte County

Fri, 03/13/2020 - 11:47

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – FEMA has announced a 12-month extension of the temporary housing program in Butte County through May 12, 2021 for Camp Fire survivors – the initial 18-month program was set to conclude May 12, 2020.

Since the 2018 Camp Fire, FEMA has provided temporary housing for 684 displaced Butte County families. In partnership with the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and local partners, nearly 300 families have found a permanent housing solution.

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Sacramento County Homeowners Receive $6.7M FEMA Grant to Protect from Flood Damage

Fri, 03/13/2020 - 11:32

Oakland, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded $6.7 million to the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and Sacramento County to elevate 90 Woodside condominium units two feet above identified flood levels.

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FEDERAL AID PROGRAMS FOR THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI

Fri, 03/13/2020 - 10:50

Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Donald J. Trump's disaster declaration issued for the state of Mississippi.

Assistance for State and Affected Local Governments Can Include as Required:

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President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Mississippi

Fri, 03/13/2020 - 10:46

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Mississippi to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding from Jan. 10-11, 2020.

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Eight More Puerto Rico Municipalities Eligible for Individual Assistance

Thu, 03/12/2020 - 11:12

PONCE, Puerto Rico – Eight more municipalities that were affected by the earthquakes that began in December in Puerto Rico have been designated as eligible for FEMA’s Individual Assistance program.

 

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FEDERAL AID PROGRAMS FOR THE STATE OF WISCONSIN

Wed, 03/11/2020 - 21:45

Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Donald J. Trump's disaster declaration issued for the state of Wisconsin.

Assistance for State and Affected Local Governments Can Include as Required:

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