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Published on November 28, 2024 - 02:12 GMT

FEMA Assistance Won’t Affect Social Security, Other Federal Benefits Tennesseans May Receive

Applying for federal disaster assistance from FEMA will not affect other federal benefits that Tennessee survivors of Tropical Storm Helene who had damage from Sept. 26–30 may receive. Residents in Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi …

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Published on November 28, 2024 - 02:12 GMT

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for the Government of Puerto Rico

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the government of Puerto Rico to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Tropical Storm Ernesto from August 13-16, 2024. Public Assistance federal funding is …

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Published on November 28, 2024 - 02:12 GMT

Disaster Recovery Centers Extending Operations in Union, York Counties

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Disaster Recovery Centers in Union and York counties will continue operating past their original closure dates. Both centers will now operate until Dec. 6. Union County: Union County Library, 300 E. South St., Union, SC 29379 Open Nov …

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Published on November 28, 2024 - 02:12 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Bamberg County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Bamberg County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene. Bamberg County Bamberg County Library 3156 E. Railroad Ave. Bamberg, SC 29003 Open Nov. 29-30, Dec. …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 21:24 GMT

Hurricane Helene Flood Insurance Payments Surpasses $1 Billion

FEMA Encourages Florida Policyholders to Take Advantage of Extended Grace Period to Renew WASHINGTON -- The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), administered by FEMA, has paid policyholders over $1.4 billion for flood losses stemming from Hurricane …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 21:24 GMT

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for the Commonwealth of Kentucky

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the Commonwealth of Kentucky to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by remnants of Hurricane Helene from September 27-30, 2024. Public Assistance federal funding is …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 21:24 GMT

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

WASHINGTON – FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires from July 17 – Aug. 21, 2024. Public Assistance federal …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 15:46 GMT

Historic Cabezas de San Juan Lighthouse Reconstructed with FEMA Funds

Guaynabo, PUERTO RICO – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is supporting the ongoing reconstruction of the historic Cabezas de San Juan Lighthouse through an obligation of nearly $726,200 to the Puerto Rico Conservation Trust for damage …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 05:16 GMT

Farm Recovery Centers Will Open in Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Polk and Suwannee Counties

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The State of Florida, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FEMA are coordinating one-day Farm Recovery Centers in Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Polk and Suwannee counties. These events have been organized to provide support for …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 05:16 GMT

Farmers, Foresters, and Agribusiness employees in South Carolina May be Eligible for FEMA Assistance

South Carolina farmers, foresters, employees and self-employed individuals who work in the agribusiness industry whose tools or equipment were damaged by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for disaster assistance. FEMA assistance is available to replace …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 00:28 GMT

FEMA Deadline Passed but Assistance is Still Available

While the deadline to register with FEMA passed on Nov. 25 for those affected by July’s severe storms, agency representatives are still available to answer questions and help Vermonters complete their applications. The agency also encourages applicants to …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 00:28 GMT

FEMA Awards $1.9M to Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to Develop Code Training and Outreach Programs

CHICAGO – Through the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program, FEMA has awarded $1.9 million to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). The funds will be used to support the development and …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 00:28 GMT

FEMA Aid Tops $2.9 Million for Response Costs and Infrastructure Repairs Following 2024 South Dakota Flooding

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.– In just over three months since President Biden’s major disaster declaration for South Dakota, FEMA has approved more than $2.9 million in aid to South Dakota communities. FEMA’s Public Assistance Program (PA) is a grant program which …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 00:28 GMT

FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers to Close Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28 and 29, for Thanksgiving Holiday

All FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024 and Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. The centers will resume normal operations on 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 except for Greenville, which will reopen on Monday. …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 00:28 GMT

Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina To Close on Thanksgiving

All Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina will be closed on Nov. 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Most centers will be open on Nov. 29, but some will be closed. The Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina and their hours of operation …

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Published on November 27, 2024 - 00:28 GMT

Louisville Receives $1.7 million in FEMA Funding for Generators

DENVER – FEMA has approved $1.7 million in Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding to the city of Louisville to upgrade and replace three existing generators. The aid comes as part of President Biden’s major disaster declaration issued in response …

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Published on November 26, 2024 - 21:32 GMT

Voluntary Agency Organizations Play a Vital Role in Response Efforts for Hurricanes Helene and Milton

In the aftermath of hurricanes Helene and Milton, communities faced daunting challenges as they began the long road to recovery. When disasters happen, one of the first groups to jump into action are volunteers and voluntary organizations. These …

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Published on November 26, 2024 - 19:06 GMT

FEMA Opens Additional Disaster Recovery Center in Butts County

ATLANTA – FEMA is opening an additional Disaster Recovery Center in Butts County to provide one-on-one help for Georgians affected by Hurricane Helene. The center is open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; it will be closed Sundays, and is scheduled …

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Published on November 26, 2024 - 19:06 GMT

Public Assistance Aiding Community Recovery after Francine

BATON ROUGE, La. – FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) Program provides funding to help communities pay for emergency work to save lives and protect property, debris removal, and repairs to roads, bridges, water control facilities, public buildings, public …

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Published on November 26, 2024 - 19:06 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Hampton County

A Disaster Recovery Center has just opened in Hampton County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene. Hampton County Bull Durham Center 380 Railroad Ave. Estill, SC 29918 Open Nov. 26-27, Nov. 29-30, Dec. 2-5, …

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