News and Media: Disaster 4560

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – More than $1 million has been approved in FEMA grants and U.S. Small Business Administration disaster loans to help residents affected by Tropical Storm Isaías, which caused landslides and flooding in western Puerto Rico in the waning days of July.

Here is a snapshot of the disaster recovery effort as of Oct. 18:

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – One month after the federal disaster declaration for Tropical Storm Isaías, hundreds of survivors in Aguada, Hormigueros, Mayagüez and Rincón municipalities have applied for disaster assistance.

FEMA continues to reach out to others who were affected by the storm and may be eligible for federal assistance after the Sept. 9 disaster declaration. As of Oct. 7, FEMA has approved $474,380 for housing and other essential storm-related needs under the Individual Assistance program.

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – Disasters affect everyone in their path. That’s why all survivors must have equal access to FEMA programs and recovery efforts.

FEMA is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities or access and functional needs have the right to the same programs and services as the general population.