This week, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell commemorates FEMA’s 45th year of helping people before, during and after disasters. As we observe this anniversary, we honor the dedication of our workforce and continue our commitment to shaping an agency ready to meet our country’s needs in an ever-evolving disaster landscape.
Press Releases
The registration deadline for residents of Boone, Calhoun, Clay, Harrison and Kanawha counties to apply for FEMA disaster assistance for the Aug. 28-30, 2023, severe storms and flooding is one day away.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials are urging disaster relief applicants to complete and return the loan application forms from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Two more Disaster Recovery Centers are scheduled to open at 1 p.m., Monday, April 1, in
Ingham and Wayne (Detroit) counties to help residents in Eaton, Ingham, Ionia, Kent, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland and Wayne counties continue their recovery after the Aug. 24-26, 2023, severe storms, tornadoes and flooding.
The FEMA Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office in Mora is growing. The new facility with expanded operations will open to the public Monday, April 1.
West Virginia homeowners and renters in Boone, Calhoun, Clay, Harrison and Kanawha counties who were affected by the Aug. 28-30, 2023, severe storms and floods HAVE JUST THREE DAYS LEFT TO APPLY FOR FEMA ASSISTANCE.
San Diego, Calif. — Survivors of the Jan. 21-23, 2024, San Diego severe storm and flooding who apply for disaster assistance from FEMA may be referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) with information on how to apply for a long-term, low-interest disaster loan. It’s important to submit the loan application as soon as possible.
The State of Maine and FEMA have opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in York County. The DRC is a temporary facility established to help survivors recover from the severe storms and flooding from January 9-13.
FEMA has approved $2,688,078 to reimburse the Southern Pine Electric Power Association for damage to its power distribution system following the June 14-19, 2023, severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes.
Anchorage, Alaska – FEMA Individual Assistance is now available for residents of the City and Borough of Wrangell affected by the landslides that occurred on November 20, 2023. Assistance may include grants for home repairs, temporary rental assistance, damaged vehicles and essential personal property, loss of subsistence items, as well as medical, dental, and funeral expenses caused by the disaster.