The communities of Barceloneta, Patillas and Villalba have been vulnerable to excessive flooding in recent years as climate change has increased the risk of flooding, while antiquated water control systems offer little protection against torrential rains.
To help these municipalities build more efficient flood control infrastructure, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocated nearly $1.5 million through its The communities of Barceloneta, Patillas and Villalba have been vulnerable to excessive flooding in recent years as climate change has increased the risk of flooding, while antiquated water control systems offer little protection against torrential rains.
To help these municipalities build more efficient flood control infrastructure, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocated nearly $1.5 million through its Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). These funds will fully fund the cost of the initial phase, which consists of geotechnical studies and engineering designs required prior to construction. (HMGP). These funds will fully fund the cost of the initial phase, which consists of geotechnical studies and engineering designs required prior to construction.
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) organized a meeting this Wednesday with the leadership of the Department of Education (DE) and the Central Office for Recovery, Reconstruction and Resiliency (COR3) to discuss the status of the recovery projects in Puerto Rico's education system.
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Residents of several communities in the towns of Yabucoa, Lares and Orocovis will benefit from repairs to more than ten municipal roads, following the allocation of over $12 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for damage after Hurricane María.
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Million-Dollar Allocation of FEMA Funds for Nursing Homes in Ponce and San Juan
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded over $54 million in public assistance funds to the Puerto Rico Ports Authority, the government agency that oversees and manages air and sea transportation on the island. This obligation will allow repairs at the Puerto Nuevo Seaport, Yabucoa Harbor, Rafael Hernandez International Airport in Aguadilla, and José Aponte de la Torre Airport in Ceiba.
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Permanent Housing Construction Program in Puerto Rico
Side View of a house in the Achiote Community after a complete reconstruction of the second level through the FEMA Permanent Housing Construction Program. This program provides permanent repairs at no cost to eligible owner-occupied homes that suffered significant structural damages due to a natural disaster. FEMA/Eduardo Martínez
Foresting and Community Engagement Activity in Barceloneta
Residents from Barceloneta sow native plants during the reforestation activity that took place in El Ancón Park. As part of the technical support requested by the mayor of Barceloneta, Community Planning Capacity Building has being identifying opportunities and resources to develop a collaborative effort with local NGO Para la Naturaleza. This colaboration effort will promote the reforesting of this area highly impacted by Hurricane María. It is expected that over 100 plants will be sown at the end of the activity. FEMA/Eduardo Martinez.
2019 Hurricane Season Preparedness Event in Loíza
Loíza resident receives orientation during an event that was held in Parcelas Suárez Community. The purpose of this event is to provide orientation about preparedness through diverse activities and bring other services and information related to the new hurricane season. In addition to guidelines, articles of first necessity were given and the activity was attended by FEMA staff as well as different non-profit organizations. FEMA/Eduardo Martínez
January 8, 2021 - January 14, 2021 Weekly Obligations (Spanish)
FEMA Aprueba Proyectos de Recuperacion
Disability Integration Information Available at Health Fair
FEMA Disability Integration staff speak with a survivor about access and functional needs for survivors with disabilities during and after a disaster. FEMA in collaboration with different voluntary organizations and the Disaster Case Management program, organize fairs to provide health and vital information to survivors through the island. FEMA/ Michael Medina Latorre
ASL Interpreter Participates in Hurricane Preparedness Fair
Idaliz Vargas, American Sign Language interpreter communicates with Hurricane María survivor during a preparedness fair. Over 22 government agencies participate in a Hurricane Preparedness Fair at Mayagüez Mall to encourage survivors to be prepared for the new hurricane season that starts on June 1, 2018. FEMA/Michael Medina Latorre
Maria Survivor Rebuilds Her Isabela Home With Stronger Materials
A Hurricane Maria survivor's house is being rebuilt with materials that she received thanks in part to FEMA’s Individual Assistance (IA) program. The marine biologist used the funds to buy materials to make her home more resilient against future storms. FEMA/Andrea Bajandas
Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for Programmatic EA for Public Facilities Infrastructure Recovery and Resiliency, signed 12/22/2022
Public Notice for Programmatic EA for School Infrastructure Recovery and Resiliency, December 2022