President Joseph R. Biden Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska
President Joseph R. Biden Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding on July 31, 2024. Federal funding is available to state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities in Cass, Douglas, Lancaster, Sarpy and Saunders counties. Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide. Andrew P. Meyer has
One Week Left to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance
One Week Left to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance Des Moines, Iowa — Iowans affected by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding on June 16 through July 23, 2024, have until Oct. 22, 2024, to apply for FEMA assistance. If you had flood related damage or storm-caused expenses or are self-employed and live in Buena Vista, Cherokee, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Humboldt, Lyon, Monona, O'Brien, Osceola, Palo Alto, Plymouth, Pottawattamie, Scott, Sioux and Woodbury counties, FEMA assistance can provide grants to help cover temporary housing, home repairs and other disaster related needs. U.S. Small Business Administration provides loans to help cover home repairs and other disaster-related needs along with business
FEMA Offers Free Repair and Rebuilding Advice
FEMA Offers Free Repair and Rebuilding Advice Des Moines, Iowa — FEMA Mitigation Helpline is available to survivors who are ready and interested in talking with a repair/rebuilding specialist. Iowa residents with homes affected by this year’s flooding can get helpful advice from a specialist on the FEMA Mitigation Helpline at 833-336-2487. Lines are open Monday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. If no answer, leave a message with your name and number for specialist to call you back. Your discussion with a FEMA Mitigation specialist will get you started in planning for repairs. As work progresses, experts are available
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in Clay and Sioux Counties Closing Permanently
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in Clay and Sioux Counties Closing Permanently Des Moines, Iowa — FEMA’s Disaster Recovery Centers in Clay and Sioux counties will close permanently on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 5:30 p.m. Iowa homeowners and renters affected by the flooding on June 16 through July 23, 2024, have until Oct. 22, 2024, to apply for FEMA assistance. The DRCs are open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and closed on Sundays. They are located at: Clay County Spencer City Hall City Council Chambers 101 W. Fifth St. Spencer, IA 51301 Sioux County City Park Shelter House 1013 13th Ave. Rock Valley
FEMA offers free Repair and Rebuilding Advice in O’Brien County
FEMA offers free Repair and Rebuilding Advice in O’Brien County Des Moines, Iowa — FEMA is providing free information about how to make your home stronger and safer – whether it was damaged by this summer’s severe storms or not. FEMA will be in O’Brien County at the Downtown Hardware Hank store, 816 Third Ave., Sheldon Iowa 51201 on Oct. 1-4 from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. You can speak directly with FEMA specialists at local home improvement stores. The public can get answers to questions and discuss: Proven methods for preventing damage from future disasters. Techniques for rebuilding homes. Tips
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Scott County Closing Sept. 28, Clay and Sioux Counties Reducing Hours
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Scott County Closing Sept. 28, Clay and Sioux Counties Reducing Hours DES MOINES, Iowa — The Scott County Disaster Recovery Center, located at 3506 N. Harrison St. Davenport, Iowa, will close permanently on Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. The Disaster Recovery Centers in Clay and Sioux Counties will be open from 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday beginning Sept 30. They are located at: Clay County Spencer City Hall City Council Chambers 101 W. Fifth St. Spencer, IA 51301 Sioux County City Park Shelter House 1013 13th Ave. Rock Valley, IA 51247
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Kansas
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Kansas WASHINGTON– FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Kansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from June 26 – July 7, 2024. Public Assistance federal funding is available to the state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding in Chase, Clark, Comanche, Doniphan, Finney, Geary, Gray, Greeley, Hamilton, Kearny
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from June 20 – July 8, 2024. Public Assistance federal funding is available to the state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding in Boyd, Clay, Dakota, Dawson, Douglas, Fillmore, Holt, Howard
Help Remains After Disaster Recovery Centers and FEMA Registration Period Close
Help Remains After Disaster Recovery Centers and FEMA Registration Period Close Cape Girardeau, MO – FEMA’s Sept. 23 registration deadline has passed. State/federal Disaster Recovery Centers have closed. Now what do you do if you still need help with your FEMA case? “We’re just a phone call away,” says David Gervino, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer. “FEMA has a helpline staffed with operators who can provide the status of your case once you have applied, update your case with new information, help you understand your grant award or explain how to appeal a FEMA decision.” The FEMA Helpline is a free
FEMA Assistance May Be Available for Losses Not Covered by Insurance
FEMA Assistance May Be Available for Losses Not Covered by Insurance OKLAHOMA CITY –If you sustained damage from the March 14-21 wildfires and straight-line winds, and initially did not receive FEMA assistance because of insurance coverage, you may now be eligible. For residents in Cleveland, Creek, Lincoln, Logan, Oklahoma, Pawnee and Payne counties, if your insurance did not cover all damages or if your reimbursement is delayed, FEMA may be able to help. While FEMA cannot duplicate insurance payments, it may be able to help where insurance did not. You may be eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance if you: Were denied