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Published on February 3, 2025 - 20:35 GMT

Disaster Recovery Centers in Appling and Emanuel counties to Permanently Close Feb. 5

The Disaster Recovery Centers in Appling and Emanuel are set to permanently close at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 5. They are currently open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The recovery centers are at these locations: Appling County Appling County …

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Published on February 3, 2025 - 20:35 GMT

FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair Feb. 8 in Valdosta

FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, in Valdosta at the following location: Lowndes Civic Center 2108 E Hill Ave, Building D Valdosta, GA 31601 The Housing Resource Fair will bring together federal, state and …

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Published on February 1, 2025 - 03:48 GMT

Houses of Worship and Other Nonprofits May Apply for Federal Public Assistance

LOS ANGELES – FEMA Public Assistance (PA), which supports the repair and replacement of publicly owned infrastructure and buildings damaged in disasters, also assists private nonprofit (PNP) organizations, including houses of worship and other faith-based …

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Published on February 1, 2025 - 03:48 GMT

FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Citrus, Hillsborough and Pinellas 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 …

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Published on February 1, 2025 - 03:48 GMT

Get Repair, Rebuilding Advice Feb. 3-8 in Hamblen, Hawkins, 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 …

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Published on February 1, 2025 - 03:48 GMT

Debris Removal Right of Entry Forms Available for Los Angeles County Residents Impacted by Wildfires

LOS ANGELES – Debris cleanup for the catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles County started this week. FEMA assigned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps of Engineers) to survey, remove, and dispose of debris …

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Published on January 31, 2025 - 22:56 GMT

FEMA Schedules Additional Agriculture Recovery Centers

HICKORY, N.C. – Four more one-day Agricultural Recovery Centers are planned the first week of February to help North Carolina farmers recover from Helene damage. All are open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 3 in Mitchell County Mayland Community College Sam Phillips …

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Published on January 31, 2025 - 16:20 GMT

Georgians Have One Week Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance

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 have just one week left to apply for FEMA assistance. The application period for federal disaster …

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Published on January 31, 2025 - 16:20 GMT

Public Invited to Review Flood Maps in Suffolk City, VA

PHILADELPHIA-- FEMA is proposing updates to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Suffolk City, Virginia. Community partners are invited to participate in a 90-day appeal and comment period. The 90-day appeal period began Jan. 15, 2025. The updated maps …

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Published on January 31, 2025 - 04:11 GMT

Residents of Mercer County, W.Va., have one week left to apply for disaster assistance

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Mercer County residents have one week left to apply for FEMA Assistance for damages sustained during the Sept. 25-26, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. The deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. FEMA assistance for …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 23:03 GMT

2 Disaster Recovery Centers Remain Open This Week

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Although the deadline to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance has passed, the Disaster Recovery Centers in Chester and Greenwood counties remain open until Jan. 31. Chester County Gateway Conference Center, 3200 Commerce Drive, Suite A, …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 16:33 GMT

FEMA Urges Georgians to Apply for Assistance Despite Concerns About Homeowners’ Insurance

If you were affected by Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4—20, 2024) or Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024) and have an active insurance policy, state and FEMA officials urge you to check with both your insurance company and FEMA to help you on your road …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 04:13 GMT

FEMA hosting media opportunity at Mercer County, W.Va., disaster recovery center

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) will be available to media at 10:30 a.m., Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at the Princeton, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). West Virginia FEMA Federal Coordinating …

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Published on January 29, 2025 - 22:23 GMT

New Dog Man PSA Campaign, DreamWorks Animation, the Ad Council and FEMA Partnered to Encourage Kids to Help Prepare for ...

DreamWorks Animation’s Dog Man, based on the best-selling Dav Pilkey books, arrives in theaters Jan. 31, 2025 WASHINGTON -- FEMA’s Ready Campaign and the Ad Council have partnered with DreamWorks Animation’s new film, Dog Man, based on the best-selling Dav …

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Published on January 29, 2025 - 15:07 GMT

FEMA Inspecting Homes After Hurricane Helene

After Georgians apply for FEMA assistance following Hurricane Helene, a home inspection may be necessary to help determine if an applicant is eligible for various types of assistance. Due to the number of counties impacted by the hurricane and the number …

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Published on January 29, 2025 - 04:04 GMT

Mercer County, W.Va., disaster aid hits $2 million milestone

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Six weeks after a major disaster was declared for Mercer County, W.Va., more than $2 million has been approved for homeowners and renters affected by the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. More than 955 households …

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Published on January 29, 2025 - 00:59 GMT

Lessons Learned from Recent Disasters Help Shape Stronger and Safer Communities

FEMA Office of Resilience visits communities affected by hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton to learn more about how communities can become more resilient. A few days into the new year, a Major Disaster Declaration was declared for California wildfires and …

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Published on January 28, 2025 - 22:17 GMT

FEMA To Offer Tips for Home Repair and Rebuilding in the Upstate

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Residents repairing and rebuilding following Hurricane Helene can visit two Home Depot locations in Spartanburg County to get tips and advice on making homes stronger and safer against storms and other hazards. The Federal Emergency …

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Published on January 28, 2025 - 22:17 GMT

Changes Coming for Two Disaster Recovery Centers in Georgia

The Disaster Recovery Center in Jefferson County will close permanently at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30. The recovery center in Coffee County will close at its current location at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, and reopen at a new location at 10 a.m. Thursday, …

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Published on January 28, 2025 - 22:17 GMT

Today Is Final Day To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following Hurricane Helene in South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. – FEMA is encouraging South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene to apply for federal disaster assistance as soon as possible. The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. ET, Jan 28. If you sustained losses or damage from Hurricane Helene, you …

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