Fact Sheets

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A major presidential disaster declaration was approved after the March 14-21 wildfires and straight-line winds in Oklahoma. It authorizes FEMA to provide assistance to Cleveland, Creek, Lincoln, Logan, Oklahoma, Pawnee and Payne counties. Here are the various types of assistance that will benefit individuals and households.

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If you applied for assistance from FEMA, you will receive a letter from FEMA in the mail or via email. The letter will explain your application status and how to respond. It is important to read the letter carefully because it will include the amount of any assistance FEMA may provide and information on the appropriate use of disaster assistance funds.

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Whether you’re rebuilding from the ground up or buying manufactured housing, there are steps you can take to make your home resistant to flooding, winds or other hazards.

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This fact sheet gives an overview of hazard mitigation planning guidance, tools and resources for state hazard mitigation officers, planners, state agencies and partner organizations.

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A major presidential disaster declaration was approved after Arkansas was hit by back-to-back severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in March and April. The declaration authorizes FEMA to provide various types of assistance to benefit individuals and households.

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As eligible Oklahoma homeowners and renters begin receiving disaster funds from FEMA for rental assistance, home repairs or other categories of assistance, it is important to keep track of your spending. Use the money for the specified reason stated in the FEMA letter.

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As eligible Arkansas homeowners and renters begin receiving disaster funds from FEMA for rental assistance, home repairs or other categories of assistance, it is important to keep track of your spending. Use the money for the specified reason stated in the FEMA letter.

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We encourage individuals and families to continue working on their permanent housing plan. Regular progress on their plan will help them remain in FEMA housing until their long-term housing goal is met.

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Survivors of Hurricanes Helene and Milton who are receiving FEMA funds, rental assistance, or live in a temporary transportable manufactured home provided by FEMA need to make a plan for moving into permanent housing. If you can’t yet move into a permanent home and need your FEMA assistance to continue, you need to show FEMA progress in your housing plan. Here’s how.

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With Hurricane season right around the corner the safety and well-being of occupants living in FEMA temporary housing units is an important concern of the agency. Below are tips for preparing for Hurricane season.

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