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FEMA awards $5.6 million to the City of Friendswood for acquisition project
AUSTIN, Texas – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded more than $5.6 million to the City of Friendswood through the Texas Division of Emergency Management to purchase and demolish 26 flood-prone homes impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
FEMA Awards Nearly $1.2M in Public Assistance Grants
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — FEMA has approved $1,167,393 to the State of Florida to assist 18 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.
Get Home Repair Advice on August 13-24 in Arecibo, Juana Díaz, San Juan and Yauco
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – Ferretería La Central, Home Depot, Kmart and National Lumber 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.
Apply for Disaster Assistance by August 14 Deadline
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma residents who suffered damage from the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred May 7 to June 9 have one week left to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Holt County Recovery Center Ceases Operations August 14 but Help Still Available
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The FEMA disaster recovery center in Holt County will cease operations Wednesday, Aug. 14, but help is still available.
Below are the scheduled hours until closing:
Disaster Recovery Center Opens August 9 in Miller County
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A FEMA disaster recovery center will open for three days in Miller County starting Friday, August 9, to provide one-on-one assistance to Missourians affected by recent flooding, severe storms and tornadoes.
Disaster Recovery Center Opens August 9 in Greene County
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A FEMA disaster recovery center will open for three days in Greene County starting Friday, August 9, to provide one-on-one assistance to Missourians affected by recent flooding, severe storms and tornadoes.
Last Week to Visit FEMA Specialists at Home Improvement Stores
OKLAHOMA CITY – Mitigation specialists from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be on hand at several home improvement stores starting Thurs. Aug. 8 to provide tips and techniques to help Oklahomans rebuild and repair homes to lessen and prevent future disaster damage.
FEMA Extends Registration Deadline
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.
FACT SHEET: Flood Insurance is a Smart Investment
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.
Deadline for local governments, nonprofits to apply for Public Assistance is Aug. 8
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.
FEMA Teams in Kansas City (Jackson County) August 8-13 to Share Rebuilding Advice
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.
FEMA Teams in Lincoln County August 8-13 to Share Repair, Rebuilding Advice
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.
Six More Missouri Counties Now Eligible for Federal Disaster Assistance
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.
FEMA Awards $2M in Public Assistance Grants
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.
State, FEMA Continue Work on South Dakota Recovery
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.
Disaster Recovery Opens August 8 in Lincoln County
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.
FEMA Rental Assistance and Direct Housing Program Available Through September 20
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.
Get Home Repair Advice on July 30 - August 10 in Hatillo, Ponce, Río Grande and San Juan
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.
Community Recovery Centers in Puerto Rico Closed Temporarily
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.