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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

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Deadline Extended to October 20 for FEMA Infrastructure Grant Applications

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The deadline to submit requests for federal assistance in replacing or repairing infrastructure has been moved to October 20, 2023. The deadline affects the 19 counties which suffered extensive
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FEMA Urges Residents of Guam, Mariana Islands to Prepare Ahead of Tropical Storm Bolaven

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FEMA encourages all people in the path of Tropical Storm Bolaven to prepare now and follow instructions of local officials. Anyone in the forecasted path of the storm should monitor local weather
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Rebuilding? Check First with Local Authorities About Permits

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FDEM’s Office of Floodplain Management and FEMA remind residents planning to make repairs or rebuild after Hurricane Idalia to consult with their community’s building or planning
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Hurricane Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Glynn County

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The State of Georgia and FEMA have opened aDisaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Glynn County to serve Hurricane Idalia survivors from Cook, Glynn and Lowndes counties. DRCs are dedicated
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Biden-Harris Administration Urges Those in Hurricane Idalia’s Path to Complete Preparation Immediately, Continues Hawaii...

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As the Biden-Harris Administration continues response and recovery actions in Hawaii, the federal government is mobilizing
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Four Ways to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance

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Survivors of the recent wildfires on Maui are encouraged to apply for FEMA disaster assistance to help jumpstart their recovery. You may apply in any one of the following ways
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Over $150 Million from FEMA for Repairs to the El Maestro Hospital

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocated $151.6 million to El Maestro Hospital, institution that has served the communities of San Juan since 1960, for permanent work on
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Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Rutland, Washington Counties

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Two Disaster Recovery Centers will open at 8 a.m., July 22, in Rutland and Washington counties to help residents affected by the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides kickstart their
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FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Diamond Fire

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) regional administrator authorized the use of federal funds on June 27 to assist the state of Arizona to combat the Diamond Fire burning in
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FEMA Awards $9.9M to Greater Chicago for Flood Reduction Project in Addison Creek Watershed

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FEMA and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency announced today that $9.9M in Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)
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Million-Dollar Allocations from FEMA Will Boost Rebuilding of Baseball Parks Across the Island

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The players of the Children’s and Youth Baseball League of the Municipality of Las Piedras will soon be running the bases on a renovated playing field thanks to a million-dollar allocation from
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Two Weeks Left to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance

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Homeowners and renters in Cannon, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Lewis, Macon, McNairy, Rutherford, Tipton and Wayne counties who had damage or losses in the March 31 to April 1
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Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Cleveland County

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FEMA and the State of Oklahoma will open a joint Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Cleveland County on Saturday, May 13 to help survivors affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes that occurred April 19-20.
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Nearly $7 Billion in Federal Support Helps Floridians with Rent, Repair, Temporary Housing, Debris,...

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More than $6.97 billion in federal support to Floridians is helping households, communities, and the state of Florida recover from Hurricane Ian.
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Road Renovations in Mountain Towns with FEMA Funds

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Puerto Rico’s Cordillera Central and the public roads that connect the 15 municipalities that are part of it have received —to date— obligations totaling over $672 million from the Federal Emergency
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Federal Disaster Assistance for Georgia Storms Tops $7 Million

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Six weeks after a ferocious line of thunderstorms and tornadoes crossed Georgia, more than $7.48 million in federal disaster assistance was approved for homeowners, renters and businesses that were affected.
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FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips at Marvin’s in Selma

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Repairing or rebuilding your home? Disaster survivors who are working on their homes after the Jan. 12 severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes can visit Marvin’s hardware store
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Federal Support for Hurricane Ian Exceeds $3 Billion

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More than $3 billion in federal grants, disaster loans and flood insurance payments has been provided to the state of Florida and to households after Hurricane Ian to help survivors jumpstart
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Multiple Housing Options for Hurricane Ian Survivors

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The state of Florida and FEMA are providing several kinds of assistance to Floridians in 26 counties whose homes were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Ian.
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Free Rebuilding and Repair Tips in Clay and Floyd Counties

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As Kentuckians rebuild, survivors of the July 26 flooding can get tips and advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. FEMA mitigation specialists will be on hand in Clay, Floyd

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