COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the State of Ohio have announced that FEMA is extending the registration period for survivors of the Memorial Day weekend storms to give you extra time to apply for disaster grants. The new registration deadline is September 3.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) also is extending its registration deadline to September 3 to give you an opportunity to apply for low-interest disaster loans to repair your home or business if you have been referred by FEMA.

Floods are the most common and costly natural disasters in the United States. Flood insurance is one of the most important steps residents can take to protect the financial lives they’ve built. But most homeowner and renter insurance policies do not cover flood damage.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Disaster recovery officials from the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM) and FEMA urge disaster-impacted Arkansas counties, municipalities and nonprofits to submit Requests for Public Assistance (RPAs) to ADEM no later than Aug. 8.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – FEMA’s mitigation experts are visiting Kansas City in Jackson County August 8-13 to offer home-improvement tips on rebuilding better and stronger after this year’s severe storms in Missouri.

The team will also share proven methods to prevent or reduce damage from a disaster. Most of the information and free publications are aimed at general contractors and those willing to take on do-it-yourself projects.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – FEMA’s mitigation experts are visiting Winfield in Lincoln County August 8-13 to offer home-improvement tips on rebuilding better and stronger after this year’s severe storms in Missouri.

The team will also share proven methods to prevent or reduce damage from a disaster. Most of the information and free publications are aimed at general contractors and those willing to take on do-it-yourself projects.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Individuals, households, businesses and nonprofits affected by late April storms and flooding in Callaway, Jefferson, Lewis, McDonald, Newton and Saline counties are now eligible to register for federal disaster assistance.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — FEMA has approved $2,068,350 to the State of Florida to assist 19 eligible applicants with reimbursement for eligible costs of debris removal, emergency protective measures, management costs and permanent repairs for Hurricane Michael under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

PIERRE, S.D. – While the deadline to register for federal disaster assistance has passed, the State of South Dakota, the Federal Emergency Management Agency and other federal partners continue to work on recovery for South Dakota communities impacted by the severe storms and flooding in April and May.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A FEMA disaster recovery center will open for three days in Lincoln County starting Thursday, August 8, to provide one-on-one assistance to Missourians affected by recent flooding, severe storms and tornadoes.

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – Survivors in Puerto Rico who are currently receiving rental assistance from FEMA or are participating in the agency’s Direct Housing program have until September 20, 2019 to develop a long-term housing plan and find permanent housing. Normally, these programs are available up to 18 months after the date of the disaster declaration.

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – ACE Hardware, Home Depot, Kmart, National Lumber and Sears have teamed with FEMA to provide residents of Puerto Rico with free information and tips on how to make homes safer and stronger from earthquakes and tsunamis.

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – All Community Recovery Centers will remain closed on Monday, July 29, 2019 for administrative reasons. The centers are expected to resume their regular hours of operation on Tuesday, July 30.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A FEMA disaster recovery center will open for three days in Lafayette County starting Wednesday, August 7, to provide one-on-one assistance to Missourians affected by recent flooding, severe storms and tornadoes.

Recovery specialists from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Small Business Administration will provide information on available services, explain assistance programs and help survivors complete or check the status of their applications.

Survivors who registered with Federal Emergency Management Agency for disaster assistance because of the severe storms and flooding that occurred in South Texas between June 24-25, 2019, will receive a determination letter explaining the eligibility decision and the reason for that decision. 

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The State of Ohio-FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at Trotwood-Madison High School will close at the end of its regular business day on Thursday, Aug. 8.

With students scheduled to arrive for the first day of the 2019-2020 school year on Monday, Aug. 12, state and FEMA officials are consolidating the Trotwood DRC into the Dayton DRC nearby.

AUSTIN, Texas – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded more than $1 million to League City for emergency communications, evacuations and sheltering following Hurricane Harvey.

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A FEMA disaster recovery center will open for three days in Andrew County starting Tuesday, August 6, to provide one-on-one assistance to Missourians affected by recent flooding, severe storms and tornadoes.

Recovery specialists from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Small Business Administration will provide information on available services, explain assistance programs and help survivors complete or check the status of their applications.

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 West Virginia.

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

DENVER – Union County’s flood insurance rate map update is nearing completion. The new maps will provide Union County with more accurate flood risk information that can help local officials and residents make informed decisions about reducing flood risks and purchasing flood insurance.

The mapping project is part of a nationwide effort led by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to increase local knowledge of flood risks and support actions to address and reduce those risks.

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of West Virginia to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides from June 29-30, 2019.