FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Jennings Creek Wildfire in New York
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Jennings Creek Wildfire in New York New York, N.Y. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region 2 Administrator authorized the use of federal funds on Nov. 15 to assist the state of New York in combating the Jennings Creek Wildfire, currently burning in Orange County, New York. FEMA Region 2 Administrator David Warrington approved the state’s request for a federal Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) this morning. The fire threatened approximately 650 structures in the state, including approximately 500 homes mostly within and around the towns of Warwick and Tuxedo Park, with
Over $10.8 Million in FEMA Funds Revitalize Potable Water Systems in Rural Communities
Over $10.8 Million in FEMA Funds Revitalize Potable Water Systems in Rural Communities One of the projects considers the construction of a potable water distribution network and meters in the Villa Esperanza community of Toa Alta. Villa Esperanza is a vulnerable community that was severely damaged by Hurricane María. “The needs for essential services vary in all communities and our commitment is to contribute to a reconstruction that addresses them. In the case of Villa Esperanza, the agency allocated funds for a renovated stormwater system that will help improve the quality of life and health of its residents,” said Federal
President Joseph R. Biden Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for the U.S. Virgin Islands
President Joseph R. Biden Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for the U.S. Virgin Islands WASHINGTON– FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the territory of the U.S. Virgin Islands to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Tropical Storm Ernesto on Aug. 13-16, 2024. Federal funding is available to territory 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 Tropical Storm Ernesto on the islands of St. Croix, St. John, St. Thomas and Water Island. Federal funding is also available on a
Non-Profit Organizations Benefit from FEMA Funds
Non-Profit Organizations Benefit from FEMA Funds Guaynabo, PUERTO RICO ― The Support and Therapy Center of the Puerto Rico Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association is one of the non-profit organizations that recently received funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to repair its infrastructure after Hurricane María and to continue offering its services for the development of its participants. The organization, which focuses on promoting the functioning, independence and integration of people with developmental disabilities, also offers services in social work, physical and occupational therapy, and assistance with the purchase of orthopedic equipment. “The social and health needs of our
President Joseph R. Biden Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for New York
President Joseph R. Biden Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for New York WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of New York to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding on Aug. 18-19, 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 Lewis, Oswego and Suffolk counties. Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide. Lai Sun Yee has been named the
Public Invited to Review Flood Maps in Washington County, New York
Public Invited to Review Flood Maps in Washington County, New York Washington County, N.Y. - FEMA is proposing updates to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Washington County, New York. Community partners are invited to participate in a 90-day appeal and comment period. The updated maps were produced in coordination with local, state and FEMA officials. Significant community review of the maps has already taken place, but before the maps become final, community partners can identify any corrections or questions about the information provided and submit appeals or comments. The 90-day appeal period will begin October 22, 2024. Residents
FEMA Commits Additional $3.2 Billion Toward Utility, Road Paving and Education Projects in the U.S. Virgin Islands
FEMA Commits Additional $3.2 Billion Toward Utility, Road Paving and Education Projects in the U.S. Virgin Islands ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands – The recent obligation of $3.2 billion toward projects to rebuild the potable water distribution system and repave roads across St. Croix and replace the utility’s metering infrastructure in the U.S. Virgin Islands, highlights FEMA’s continued partnership with the Government of the Virgin Islands in strengthening critical infrastructure damaged during hurricanes Irma and Maria in September 2017. The St. Croix island-wide potable water distribution system replacement project with a FEMA obligation of $1.25 billion provides the Territory
Public Invited to Review Flood Maps in Ontario County, New York
Public Invited to Review Flood Maps in Ontario County, New York Ontario County, N.Y. - FEMA is proposing updates to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Ontario County, New York. Community partners are invited to participate in a 90-day appeal and comment period. The updated maps were produced in coordination with local, state and FEMA officials. Significant community review of the maps has already taken place, but before the maps become final, community partners can identify any corrections or questions about the information provided and submit appeals or comments. The 90-day appeal period will begin October 3, 2024. Residents
Disaster Recovery Centers to Close on November 23
Disaster Recovery Centers to Close on November 23 The Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) located at the Hinesburg Town Hall (on Route 10632) and the Lyndon Public Safety Facility (316 Main Street) are scheduled to permanently close at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23. Operating hours for the centers until then are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The centers were opened for residents affected by the storms and flooding that took place July 9-11 and July 29-31 and who wanted to speak to FEMA and other disaster recovery specialists in person. Residents don’t need to visit the DRC to apply for FEMA assistance. Other ways
Disaster Recovery Center in Southbury to Permanently Close Nov 19
Disaster Recovery Center in Southbury to Permanently Close Nov 19 The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Southbury, Connecticut, opened to help those affected by the August 18-19, 2024 Severe Storm, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides, will close permanently at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19. DRC Location: Southbury Town Hall501 Main Street, SouthSouthbury, CT 06488 The DRC is still open Monday, November 18 and Tuesday, November 19 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is November 19, 2024. After the DRC closes, survivors can still view the status of their application online at DisasterAssistance.gov