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FEMA Awards City of Jacksonville Over $5.2 Million for Hurricane Irma Expenses

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 16:48

Orlando, Fla. – FEMA has approved $5,213,685.30 to the State of Florida to assist the City of Jacksonville defray the costs of emergency protective measures taken for Hurricane Irma under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

Funding for this Public Assistance project is authorized under Sections 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act, reimbursing eligible applicants for the cost of debris removal; life-saving emergency protective measures; and the repair, replacement or restoration of disaster-damaged facilities like buildings, roads and utilities.

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FEMA Awards Clay County More Than $3.1 Million for Hurricane Irma Expenses

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 16:45

Orlando, Fla. – FEMA has approved $3,116,722.33 for the State of Florida to help Clay County defray the costs of debris removal for Hurricane Irma under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

FEMA funds will reimburse the county for the collection, removal and disposal of debris within Clay County between Oct. 18 and Dec. 16, 2017 following the September 2017 storm. During that time period, the county’s personnel and contractors gathered and hauled away 262,015 cubic yards of vegetative debris and 33,105 cubic yards of construction/demolition debris from public rights of way.

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FEMA Awards Florida Department of Transportation Over $1.1 Million for Hurricane Irma Expenses

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 16:43

Orlando, Fla. – FEMA has approved $1,113,258.47 to the State of Florida to assist the Florida Department of Transportation defray the costs of debris removal for Hurricane Irma under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

FEMA funds will reimburse the county for the collection, reduction, disposal and site management of debris following the September 2017 storm.

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FEMA Awards Fort Myers Nearly $4.3 Million for Hurricane Irma Expenses

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 16:40

Orlando, Fla. – FEMA has approved $4,266,802 for the State of Florida to help the City of Fort Myers defray the costs of debris removal for Hurricane Irma under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

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FEMA Awards St. Lucie County Over $1.3 Million for Hurricane Irma Expenses

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 16:38

Orlando, Fla. – FEMA has approved $1,331,937.39 to the State of Florida to assist St. Lucie County defray the costs of debris removal for Hurricane Irma under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

FEMA funds will reimburse the county for the collection, reduction, disposal and site management of debris within St. Lucie County following the September 2017 storm.

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FEMA Awards Marion County More Than $9 Million for Hurricane Irma Expenses

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 16:36

Orlando, Fla. – FEMA has approved $9,036,893 for the State of Florida to help Marion County defray the costs of debris removal for Hurricane Irma under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

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FEMA Awards Department of Military Affairs $4 Million for Hurricane Michael Expenses

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 13:36

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – FEMA has approved $4,033,772 to the state of Florida to assist the Florida Department of Military Affairs with reimbursement for the costs of emergency protective measures following Hurricane Michael under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

 

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Community Recovery Centers Closed on Thursday, July 11

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 10:28

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – All Community Recovery Centers will be closed Thursday, July 11,2019 due to a FEMA all staff training.

 

Centers will resume their regular hours of operation on Friday, July 12.

 

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FEMA Awards Department of Military Affairs $4 Million for Hurricane Michael Expenses

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 09:31

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – FEMA has approved $4,033,772 to the state of Florida to assist the Florida Department of Military Affairs with reimbursement for the costs of emergency protective measures following Hurricane Michael under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

 

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FEMA Awards Springfield More Than $1 Million for Hurricane Michael Expenses

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 09:27

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — FEMA has approved $1,086,797 to the state of Florida to assist the City of Springfield with reimbursement for the costs of debris removal following Hurricane Michael under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program.

 

FEMA funds will reimburse the department for the collection, reduction, disposal and site management of debris within the city following the October 2018 storm.

 

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How to Avoid – and Where to Report – Potential Fraud After a Disaster

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 09:26

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — As the recovery from Hurricane Michael continues, it remains wise to be aware of potential frauds and scams.

 

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Federal Aid Programs for The State Of Oregon

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 00:21

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 Oregon.

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

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President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Oregon

Wed, 07/10/2019 - 00:17

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Oregon to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides on April 6-21, 2019.

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Federal Aid Programs For The State Of Missouri

Tue, 07/09/2019 - 23:34

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 Missouri.

Assistance for Affected Individuals and Families Can Include as Required:

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President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

Tue, 07/09/2019 - 23:30

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Missouri to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding on April 29, 2019, and continuing.


The president's action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in Andrew, Atchison, Boone, Buchanan, Carroll, Chariton, Cole, Greene, Holt, Jackson, Jasper, Lafayette, Lincoln, Livingston, Miller, Osage, Pike, Platte, Pulaski, and St. Charles counties.

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Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma

Tue, 07/09/2019 - 17:15

Denton, Texas– New preliminary and revised preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Oklahoma County, OK. Officials encourage property owners to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. Community stakeholders can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in appeal and comment periods for the maps.

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Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Cleveland County, Oklahoma

Tue, 07/09/2019 - 17:06

Denton, Texas– New preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Cleveland County, OK. Officials encourage property owners to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. Community stakeholders can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in appeal and comment periods for the maps.

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Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in portions of Luling, Texas

Tue, 07/09/2019 - 16:56

Denton, Texas– Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in the City of Luling, Guadalupe County, TX. Officials encourage property owners to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. Community stakeholders can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in appeal and comment periods for the maps.

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State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Closing in Sioux Falls and Yankton This Saturday

Tue, 07/09/2019 - 15:57

PIERRE, SD – The State of South Dakota and the Federal Emergency Management Agency will close two disaster recovery centers at 6 p.m Central time this Saturday, July 13. The facilities ceasing operation are located at the Southeast Technical Instititute, 2000 N. Career Place in Sioux Falls and the County Emergency Management Building, 807 Capital St. in Yankton.

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Announcement of Initial Public Notice

Tue, 07/09/2019 - 15:08

Lincoln, NE – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is required by law to provide public notice of its intent to provide federal assistance and grant opportunities via the Public Assistance (PA), Individual Assistance (IA), or Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP) programs.

 

The public notice for the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska recovery mission is posted on the following websites:

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