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July 2, 2020
FEMA Approves Funds to Repair Town Squares in Puerto Rico
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – “Town squares are historic places and landmarks of the Puerto Rican culture. Being part of the repair of these spaces is what drives us to continue with our recovery efforts...
July 2, 2020
FEMA Grants $1.1 Million to Nevada for PPE
OAKLAND, Calif. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved $1.1 million to reimburse the State of Nevada for the purchase of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread...
July 1, 2020
Department of Transportation Receives More Than $2.9 Million
July 1, 2020DR-4393-NC NR 218Media Contact: 919-990-4090 News ReleaseDepartment of Transportation Receives More Than $2.9 Million Brings Total to more than $40 Million to NCDOT for Hurricane Florence...
July 1, 2020
FEMA Awards More Than $2.2 Million For Crisis Counseling Services in Illinois
CHICAGO – FEMA has released today more than $2.2 million in grant funding to the state of Illinois for crisis counseling services to assist residents struggling with stress and anxiety as a result of...
July 1, 2020
Five Ohioans join FEMA in Fight Against COVID-19
 CHICAGO –FEMA and the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA) announced today the appointment of five Ohioans to the FEMA workforce to support the state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  ...
July 1, 2020
Many Kinds of Disaster Help are Available
There are many kinds of assistance available to Puerto Rico residents after the earthquakes that continue to rattle southern municipalities.Crisis Counseling• Free crisis counseling is available...
July 1, 2020
Disaster Recovery Centers Closed Friday for Fourth of July Holiday
• All Disaster Recovery Centers in Puerto Rico will be closed Friday in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.• Centers will reopen Monday, July 6.• Disaster Recovery Centers are open, with safety...
June 30, 2020
Free Counseling Available for Flood Survivors in Umatilla County Oregon
Salem, Oregon – Residents of Umatilla County and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation affected by the severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides during February 5-9,...
June 30, 2020
FEMA Urges Hawaii Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Season
HONOLULU, Hawaii — With hurricane season upon us, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and its National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) advise Hawaii residents to prepare now for hurricane-...
June 30, 2020
Including Children in Emergency Planning and Preparedness
ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands – Emergencies and disasters can be frightening for children. Being aware and included in preparedness plans can lessen their fear and anxiety. It is helpful to:Include...