Response to Mississippi Tornadoes
We are on the ground in Mississippi providing support and assistance to help people rebuild and jumpstart their recovery. Remain cautious and safe as you return home.
Biden-Harris Administration, FEMA Approve over $10.2 Million for Phase 1 of Solar Microgrids in Puerto Rico
Today, FEMA approved the first phase of the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority’s (PREPA) project to design a new solar-powered microgrid system for the island municipalities of Vieques and Culebra, located east of the main island. The total cost of the project on the islands of Vieques and Culebra is estimated at $97 million once phase 1 and 2 are complete, and will provide more reliable electricity to over 9,000 residents.
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- March 29, 2023
Biden-Harris Administration Expands Assistance to Boost Climate Resilience and Support Communities Using Low-Carbon Materials
As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s historic investments in America and climate resilience, FEMA announced today that it will make grant funds available to communities for low-carbon materials used in disaster recovery and climate resilience projects. States, tribes, territories and local communities will now have more access to cleaner building materials through eligible FEMA programs to rebuild from disasters or become more resilient to climate change.
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- March 28, 2023
The Role We Play in Earthquake Preparedness
Earthquake and Wind Programs Branch Civil Engineer Pataya Scott, PhD shares more about the work FEMA does to improve building codes and standards.
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- March 29, 2023
ICYMI: FEMA Administrator Criswell Speaks to National Emergency Management Association
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell addressed emergency management colleagues today at the opening of the National Emergency Management Association’s Mid-Year Forum in Alexandria, Virginia.
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- March 27, 2023
Secretary Mayorkas, FEMA Administrator Criswell Visit Devastated Areas of Mississippi
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell visited the devastated areas of Mississippi following Friday evening’s deadly tornadoes.
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- March 26, 2023
Grants to disaster survivors (in millions) so far in 2023.
Number of hazard mitigation assistance sub-grants so far in 2023.