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Published on August 8, 2025 - 01:24 GMT

FEMA Announces $40 Million in Funding to States and Tribal Nations to Help Notify the Public During Emergencies

WASHINGTON -- Today, FEMA is making $40 million available to states and Tribal Nations under the Next Generation Warning System Grant Program (NGWSGP). This grant will identify capability gaps and implement solutions for alerts and warnings to deliver …

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Published on August 7, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Colorado’s Lee and Elk Fires

DENVER – This afternoon FEMA authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for two fires in Colorado, the Lee Fire and the Elk Fire burning within 15 miles of each other in Rio Blanco County near the town of Meeker. FEMA Region 8 …

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Published on August 7, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

Legal Services, Disaster Case Managers Available to Survivors

AUSTIN, Texas – Unexpected legal issues may arise after a disaster that can leave individuals and families devastated. If you are facing legal issues resulting from the July storms and flooding in Central Texas, you can get free legal advice. Flood …

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Published on August 6, 2025 - 06:49 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center To Open in Ohio County, W.Va.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia and Ohio County are opening a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Triadelphia. The Center will open at Triadelphia Community Center at 10 a.m. tomorrow, July 31.  The center is located at:  Ohio County Disaster Recovery …

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Published on August 6, 2025 - 06:49 GMT

Ohio and Marion County applicants for disaster assistance should expect a call from FEMA

Charleston, W.Va.— After West Virginians apply for disaster assistance, you may receive a call from FEMA looking for more information about your application or to schedule an inspection. Know that phone calls may come from an unknown number, outside of a …

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Published on August 6, 2025 - 06:48 GMT

Where West Virginians can meet with FEMA staff

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – FEMA staff is in West Virginia, at community locations selected by local and state officials. If you are a resident of Marion or Ohio counties and you have been impacted by the June 14-15 storms, FEMA staff can answer questions, direct …

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Published on August 4, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

FEMA Inspecting Homes After Recent Storms

SANTA FE, New Mexico – If you live in Lincoln County and were affected by the severe storms, flooding and landslides that began June 23, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance. If you have already applied with FEMA, a …

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Published on August 1, 2025 - 22:53 GMT

FEMA Announces Nearly $1 Billion in Federal Funding to Help States Manage Disaster Preparedness

Grant Funding Aligned to Revised National Priority Areas, Including Border Security and Election Security WASHINGTON -- Today, FEMA published Notices of Funding Opportunity for 15 grant programs, making nearly $1 billion available to communities across …

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Published on August 1, 2025 - 14:30 GMT

Two Weeks Left for Tennesseans to Apply for FEMA Assistance

Middle and Western Tennesseans who have been affected by the April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding have two weeks left to apply for FEMA assistance. The application deadline is Aug. 19. Money is available for survivors who …

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Published on August 1, 2025 - 02:40 GMT

Flood Survivors in Four More Counties May Apply for Federal Assistance

AUSTIN, Texas – Homeowners and renters in Guadalupe, Kimble, McCulloch and Menard counties are now eligible to apply for federal disaster assistance if you were affected by the Central Texas flooding in July. FEMA, the State of Texas and the U.S. Small …

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Published on July 31, 2025 - 20:05 GMT

Crockett, Henderson, Humphreys, Lewis, Montgomery and Shelby Counties Eligible for FEMA Public Assistance

Local governments and certain nonprofit organizations in Crockett, Henderson, Humphreys, Lewis, Montgomery and Shelby counties are now eligible for FEMA Public Assistance grants for debris removal, emergency protective measures and permanent work to repair …

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Published on July 29, 2025 - 23:16 GMT

Flood Survivors Can Get Crisis Counseling, Disaster Unemployment Benefits

AUSTIN, Texas – If you are feeling overwhelmed or stressed by the July storms and flooding that swept through Central Texas, you can get confidential crisis counseling and unemployment assistance to support you during this challenging time. FEMA funds the …

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Published on July 29, 2025 - 23:16 GMT

FEMA Announces Billions in Federal Funds to Empower States to Prepare for Disasters

FEMA Issues Seven Notices of Funding Opportunity—With More on the Way WASHINGTON -- Over the coming weeks, FEMA is marking billions of dollars in federal funding available for state, local, tribal and territorial partners. This includes seven Notices of …

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Published on July 29, 2025 - 14:47 GMT

Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Available

ST. LOUIS – If you don’t have a safe place to live or if continued temporary housing is still needed because of recent disasters in Missouri, you can contact FEMA to request assistance. Get help with rent To request assistance to help with rent, …

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Published on July 29, 2025 - 02:41 GMT

Douglas County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO - Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Douglas County and Incorporated Areas. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information …

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Published on July 28, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

Public Invited to Review Flood Maps in Essex County, New York

Essex County, N.Y. - FEMA is proposing updates to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Essex County, New York. Community partners are invited to participate in a 90-day appeal and comment period. The updated maps were produced in coordination with …

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Published on July 27, 2025 - 00:04 GMT

FEMA, SBA Providing In-Person Assistance at State Disaster Resource Center

SANTA FE, New Mexico – In coordination with the state of New Mexico, FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration staff will offer face-to-face help starting Saturday, July 26, for residents affected by the ongoing severe storms, flooding and landslides …

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Published on July 26, 2025 - 03:56 GMT

FEMA Publishes Notices of Funding Opportunity, Empowering States to Take Charge of Their Own Individualized Disaster Preparedness

Federal Funding Will Bolster Protections Against Earthquakes and Floods WASHINGTON -- Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) published two Notices of Funding Opportunity, making millions in federal funding available to help states and …

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Published on July 25, 2025 - 21:47 GMT

Money Is Available for Personal Property Losses, Including Musical Instruments

Tennesseans love their music! So, it is good news that musicians and other residents who had damage or losses from April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding, may be eligible for FEMA assistance. Homeowners and renters in …

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Published on July 25, 2025 - 21:47 GMT

Last Day to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who experienced damage or loss caused by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides have until 11:59 p.m. today to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to …

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