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FEMA Press Releases

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Published on February 11, 2025 - 18:37 GMT

Mercer County, W.Va., applicants for disaster assistance should expect a follow-up call from FEMA

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is providing enhanced customer service to help all Mercer County survivors with disaster assistance after damages from the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. If you have …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 11, 2025 - 05:08 GMT

Mercer County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closed Feb. 11 due to forecast inclement weather

Mercer County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closed Feb. 11 due to forecast inclement weather CHARLESTON, W.Va.– Due to forecast inclement weather, the FEMA Mercer County Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Princeton will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 11, …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 10, 2025 - 23:28 GMT

Get Repair, Rebuilding Advice Feb. 10-15 in Hawkins and Washington Counties

FEMA’s mitigation specialists have partnered with The Home Depot and Lowe’s Home Improvement to offer free advice and tips on rebuilding homes stronger and safer as Tennessee residents repair, rebuild and make improvements after Tropical Storm Helene. FEMA …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 10, 2025 - 23:28 GMT

Tennessee Department of Transportation Awarded $9.6 Million for Debris Removal

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have awarded $9.6 million to the Tennessee Department of Transportation for clearing 457,381 cubic yards of debris left when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. Funding for debris removal …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 10, 2025 - 23:28 GMT

FEMA Encourages Survivors to Stay in Touch and Keep Their Recovery on Track

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – More than 1,000 FEMA staff are still on the ground in Florida to help survivors recover from Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby. FEMA will continue to process applications, receive, and manage appeals, conduct inspections and assist …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 10, 2025 - 23:28 GMT

FEMA Exercises Borrowing Authority for National Flood Insurance Program

Follows more than $10 billion in projected payments related to Hurricanes Helene and Milton WASHINGTON -- FEMA has exercised its borrowing authority under the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to borrow $2 billion from U.S. Treasury to pay eligible …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 10, 2025 - 23:28 GMT

Winter Weather Threat This Week: Get Ready Now

CHICAGO – With the threat starting midweek of heavy snowfall and cold temperatures across much of the upper Midwest, FEMA’s Region 5 office in Chicago encourages everyone to prepare now. “The forecast this week is an important reminder that winter isn’t …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 10, 2025 - 16:12 GMT

FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair Feb. 15 in Augusta

FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, in Augusta at the following location: Henry Brigham Community Center 2463 Golden Camp Rd. C, Augusta, GA 30906 The Housing Resource Fair will bring together federal, state …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 10, 2025 - 16:12 GMT

Mercer County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center extending operations additional week

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – While the deadline to apply for disaster assistance ended Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, the Mercer County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Princeton, W.Va., is extending its operations an additional week. The recovery center will remain open …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 7, 2025 - 23:02 GMT

FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Columbia, Hillsborough, and Sarasota Counties

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. FEMA mitigation specialists will be available to answer questions and offer free home …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 7, 2025 - 23:02 GMT

One Month Later: Federal Support for Wildfire Survivors Nears $700 Million

LOS ANGELES – On January 7, when wildfires first struck Los Angeles County and adjacent areas, more than 200,000 Californians were evacuated. State and local governments responded quicky to fight the blazes, employing more than 2,000 pieces of firefighting …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 7, 2025 - 16:05 GMT

In North Carolina, 153,000 Families Receiving FEMA Help

HICKORY, N.C. – In 39 counties, including the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, more than 153,000 households are being helped by FEMA assistance as they recover from Tropical Storm Helene. Four months after the catastrophic storm, individuals and families …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 6, 2025 - 21:43 GMT

Washington County Awarded $6.8 Million to Replace Corby Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $6.8 million to replace Washington County’s Corby Bridge, which spans the Nolichucky River and was destroyed when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. The 411-foot-long, two- …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 6, 2025 - 21:43 GMT

Disaster Causing You Stress? Free Crisis Counseling Available

Disasters can take an emotional toll on your well-being. To ensure that survivors of Tropical Storm Helene have essential support in challenging times, the State of Tennessee and FEMA are offering free and confidential crisis counseling and mental health …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

State, FEMA Approve $9.77 Million to Replace Chestoa Pike Road Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $9.77 million to replace Unicoi County’s Chestoa Pike Road Bridge which straddles the Nolichucky River and was destroyed when floodwaters from Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

Greene County Awarded $6.2 Million to Replace Poplar Springs Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $6.2 million to replace Greene County’s Poplar Bridge, which spans the Nolichucky River and was destroyed and submerged in the river when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

Carter County Awarded $10.77 Million for Bridges Destroyed by Helene

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $10.77 million for emergency measures and the restoration of two Carter County bridges that cross the Elk River in Elizabethton. Both were destroyed when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Reminder: Rental Requirement Begins March 1st for Direct Housing Participants

LAHAINA, Maui – Wildfire survivors currently in FEMA’s Direct Housing Program will be required to begin paying rent on March 1, 2025. The rental requirement will be in effect for the remainder of FEMA’s housing assistance program, which has been extended …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Returning Home after the LA County Wildfires

LOS ANGELES – As more Eaton Canyon and Pacific Palisades neighborhoods impacted by Los Angeles County wildfires open to residents, city and county officials caution that these areas are still dangerous, due to considerable risks remaining from waste, …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on February 5, 2025 - 19:25 GMT

Two Days Left for Georgians to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance

The deadline is quickly approaching for Georgia survivors of Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4—20. 2024) and Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024) in the counties designated for Individual Assistance to apply federal assistance. The application period to …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters

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