FEMA
On March 1, 2003, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The primary mission of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is to reduce the loss of life and property and protect the Nation from all hazards, including natural disasters, acts of terrorism, and other man-made disasters, by leading and supporting the Nation in a risk-based, comprehensive emergency management system of preparedness, protection, response, recovery, and mitigation
Contact:
1 (800) 621-FEMA (3362)
http://www.fema.gov/
FEMA Housing Mission Sees Continued Progress
December 25, 2014 Posted by FEMA
DENVER – December 25, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — As 2014 comes to an end, the temporary housing program managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in the aftermath of the September 2013 foods continues to assist Colorado families while helping them secure permanent housing. There are 13 households in Boulder, Weld and Larimer counties still residing in FEMA-provided manufactured housing units, with the program scheduled to be completed by mid-March. Over the course of this housing program, a total of 47 households in the three counties have found housing in FEMA-provided manufactured homes.
FEMA Continues to Inspect Quake-Damaged Homes
November 17, 2014 Posted by FEMA
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – November 17, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) inspectors have completed more than 2,000 inspections of homes damaged or destroyed by the South Napa Earthquake. Homeowners and renters in Napa and Solano counties became eligible to apply for federal disaster assistance on Oct. 27 following the presidential declaration for Individual Assistance. FEMA must verify damages for every application.
Renters Advised to Register for Disaster Assistance
November 7, 2014 Posted by FEMA
Warren, Mich. – November 7, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — Southeast Michigan homeowners and renters who lost personal property as a result of the August severe storms and flooding may be eligible for disaster-related assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and other agencies
THE WHAT AND HOW OF FEDERAL HELP FOR SOUTH NAPA EARTHQUAKE AFFECTED INDIVIDUALS, HOMEOWNERS
November 4, 2014 Posted by FEMA
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – November 4, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — Individuals and homeowners who sustained damage in the South Napa Earthquake may now be eligible for certain kinds of federal assistance. Money is available to help eligible displaced individuals in Napa and Solano counties to repair essential living areas.
Flood Risk Open House to View Maps in Aransas and San Patricio, TX
October 28, 2014 Posted by FEMA
DENTON, Texas – October 28, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — Homeowners, renters and business owners in the Texas counties of Aransas and San Patricio are encouraged to look over newly released preliminary flood maps in order to determine their flood risks and make informed decisions
FEMA Housing Inspectors Contacting Flood Survivors
October 10, 2014 Posted by FEMA
Mich. – October 10, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reports that more than 400 housing inspectors are in Wayne, Macomb and Oakland counties reaching out to Michigan homeowners and renters who have registered with FEMA for disaster assistance
Recertify to be Eligible for Continued Rental Help from FEMA
July 4, 2014 Posted by FEMA
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – July 4, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — If your household is getting rental assistance from FEMA and repairs to your home are taking longer than expected, don’t forget you have to recertify your need to continue aid.
FEMA Rebuilding Specialists to Provide Advice in Jackson
June 23, 2014 Posted by FEMA
JACKSON, Miss. – June 23, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — Residents in the Jackson area can learn how to build or rebuild to reduce the likelihood of damage the next time severe storms, tornadoes or floods hit. Federal Emergency Management Agency mitigation specialists know how and they are sharing their knowledge.
Not enough insurance? FEMA may be able to help
May 28, 2014 Posted by FEMA
Little Rock, Ark. – May 28, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — As residents rebuild their lives and their homes, representatives of the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are encouraging all people in Faulkner, Pulaski, Randolph and White counties who suffered damages as a result of the tornadoes and severe storms to file with their insurance companies and to register with FEMA
FEMA Rebuilding Experts to Provide Advice in Tupelo
May 26, 2014 Posted by FEMA
JACKSON, Miss. – May 26, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — Residents in the Tupelo area can learn how to build or rebuild to reduce the likelihood of damage the next time severe storms, tornadoes or floods hit. Federal Emergency Management Agency’s mitigation experts know how and they are sharing their knowledge
Disaster Survivors Urged to Register with FEMA Even if They Have Insurance
May 22, 2014 Posted by FEMA
JACKSON, Miss. – May 22, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — FEMA does not duplicate benefits that homeowner or renter insurance covers, but it may be able to provide disaster assistance when insurance coverage is not enough to cover the damage. The only way to obtain that potential benefit is to register now for FEMA’s Individual Assistance program
Survivors in Five More Mississippi Counties May Now Apply For Disaster Assistance
May 8, 2014 Posted by FEMA
PEARL, Miss. – May 8, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — Survivors in Jones, Leake, Montgomery, Simpson and Warren counties whose property was damaged by the recent storms, tornadoes and flooding in Mississippi may now apply for federal disaster assistance.
Alabama Storm Survivors Urged To Register For Disaster Assistance
May 7, 2014 Posted by FEMA
CLANTON, Ala. – May 7, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — Homeowners, renters and business owners affected by the recent severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in Alabama are urged to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, as they may be eligible for disaster assistance
Mississippi Storm Survivors Urged To Register For Disaster Assistance
May 5, 2014 Posted by FEMA
PEARL, Miss. – May 5, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — Homeowners, renters and business owners affected by the recent severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in Mississippi are urged to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), as they may be eligible for disaster assistance.
FEMA Souris Valley Housing Mission Comes to a Close
September 26, 2013 Posted by FEMA
MINOT, N.D. – September 26, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — After 27 months, the FEMA temporary housing mission in the Souris Valley came to a close yesterday. In the aftermath of the 2011 Souris River flooding, FEMA brought in more than 2,000 manufactured…
REGISTER WITH FEMA
September 19, 2013 Posted by FEMA
DENVER – September 19, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — For homeowners and renters who sustained damages caused by Colorado’s flooding, the next step after contacting their insurance company is to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
INEXPENSIVE WAYS TO MAKE REBUILDING INSIDE LESS PAINFUL
July 24, 2013 Posted by FEMA
TRENTON, N.J. – July 24, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Repairing damage after a disaster can be expensive. In cases of severe damage, repair costs can be staggering.
BEFORE YOU DRIVE A NAIL, ASK ABOUT A BUILDING PERMIT
July 17, 2013 Posted by FEMA
TRENTON, N.J. — As Sandy survivors begin making repairs to their homes, there’s one important tool they may need in their toolbox — a building permit.
CONTINUOUS LOAD PATH CONSTRUCTION HELPS HOMES WEATHER STORMS
July 17, 2013 Posted by FEMA
TRENTON, N.J. – July 17, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — As homeowners across New Jersey begin to rebuild after Sandy, specialists from the Federal Emergency Management Agency are advising survivors to rebuild safer and stronger so homes and buildings in th…
FEMA Mitigation Outreach July 9 through July 14
July 9, 2013 Posted by FEMA
AURORA, IL – July 9, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Individuals who sustained storm damages can gain valuable information about repairing and rebuilding their damaged property in a stronger, safer and smarter way by visiting one of the FEMA mitigation teams located at home improvement centers throughout the area.
