West Virginians Can Learn More About Rebuilding Their Homes
West Virginians Can Learn More About Rebuilding Their Homes CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Residents in Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming counties who were impacted by the winter flooding between February 15 – 18, 2025 can visit Jimmy’s Hardware and Supply in McDowell County to speak with a FEMA mitigation specialist about building their home back better. FEMA can provide education and resources to residents on safe clean-up procedures and mitigation actions to reduce the effects of future events. Mitigation staff can discuss opportunities on programs that are available to homeowners, explain the building and permitting process, and provide information
If You Can Not Live in Your Home After February Flooding, Help Is Available
If You Can Not Live in Your Home After February Flooding, Help Is Available FRANKFORT, Ky. -- If you were affected by the February severe storms and flooding and your pre-disaster primary residence was located in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike or Simpson counties, you may be eligible for Displacement Assistance. Displacement Assistance Displacement Assistance is money to help with immediate housing needs if you cannot live in your home after the flooding. This money can be used to stay in a hotel, with family and friends or for other options while
Coral Reef Restoration Can Help Prevent Flood-Driven Pollution Along Florida’s Coast
While coral reefs are well known for their ability to buffer coastal communities from storm-driven waves, this study is the first to assess how restoring reefs could lower the risk of flood-related pollution along Florida’s extensive 460-kilometer coral reef-fringed coastline. By mitigating wave-driven flooding, coral reef restoration could significantly reduce the likelihood of contamination from key infrastructure such as petroleum storage tank systems, onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems, and wastewater treatment plants. Reducing the risk of pollution translates into major environmental and economic benefits. The study estimates that the present value of infrastructure protection and pollution prevention provided by
You Can Appeal FEMA’s Decision
You Can Appeal FEMA’s Decision COLUMBIA, S.C. – If you receive a letter from FEMA saying you are ineligible for assistance, you can appeal the decision and provide more information. It is possibly something as simple as missing documentation or information. Please read the FEMA letter carefully and entirely. If you are found eligible for assistance, the letter will explain the amount of assistance FEMA approved and information on the appropriate use of disaster assistance funds. If you are found ineligible, the letter will explain the reasons. If you disagree with any decisions from FEMA, you may appeal. Appeal Process It
Georgians Can Get Help Resolving Issues Using Free Disaster Legal Services
Georgians Can Get Help Resolving Issues Using Free Disaster Legal Services Free legal counseling, assistance and/or referrals are available for Georgia residents in designated counties as they recover from Tropical Storm Debby, (damage Aug. 4–20, 2024) and Hurricane Helene (damage Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024). People do not need to apply for FEMA Assistance to receive Disaster Legal Services. Georgia residents can use this service to receive confidential, free legal assistance due to the disasters, who do not have the means to secure adequate legal services. Services typically provided include: Assistance with securing FEMA and other government benefits available to disaster survivors Assistance
Volcano Watch — Peering into a crystal ball: What tiny crystals can tell us about their trip through the magma chamber
Volcano Watch is a weekly article and activity update written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates. This week's article was written by HVO post-doctoral researcher Heather Winslow. (A) Spatter cone samples from the Kīlauea middle East Rift Zone eruption in and near Nāpau Crater from September 15–20, 2024. Crystals were collected from samples like this. (B) Back-scattered electron image of a plagioclase crystal from the September 2024 Kīlauea middle East Rift Zone eruption. This crystal shows two distinct chemical zones from its core to rim. The core has a different composition from the rim of the
A ‘No’ Can Become a ‘Yes’ with a Successful FEMA Appeal
A ‘No’ Can Become a ‘Yes’ with a Successful FEMA Appeal Months after Georgia was affected by Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4--20) or Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 20) some residents in the 63 affected counties may still be looking for answers as they work through recovery. FEMA’s Individual and Households Program provides eligible survivors with financial assistance and direct services for disaster recovery. Thousands of Georgians have already filed an application. Some, however, may receive a letter stating their application is ineligible for assistance. If you receive that letter, you may still be able to change the outcome. Many times, it’s a
Residents Affected by Juneau Mendenhall Glacier Flooding Can Apply for an SBA Loan
Residents Affected by Juneau Mendenhall Glacier Flooding Can Apply for an SBA Loan ANCHORAGE, Alaska – FEMA is partnering with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to meet the needs of residents who were affected by the Juneau Mendenhall Glacier Flooding. The SBA is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for businesses and residents impacted by the disaster. In previously declared major disasters, 80% of SBA loans were approved for homeowners and renters. If you are in the City and Borough of Juneau and were impacted, you are eligible to apply. The SBA is the largest source of funds to help
FEMA Can Help with Disaster-Related Childcare Costs
FEMA Can Help with Disaster-Related Childcare Costs With annual childcare expenses comparable to a year’s rent in parts of Tennessee, FEMA may be able to help with those costs. Families that were affected by Tropical Storm Helene and have children under age 13 may be eligible for childcare assistance through FEMA’s Other Needs Assistance program. Childcare assistance is limited to $200 per week per child for up to eight weeks. Households with children up to age 21 who have a disability and need help with daily activities may also be eligible for disaster-related expenses. Families must demonstrate that the
Maintenance Safety Tip – The “B” Nut can be Deadly
The “B” Nut can be Deadly All aircraft maintainers have heard or used the term “B” nut. It is the common description of the nut that is used to connect fluid lines and hoses. It is a very simple component; but does a critical job. It provides a reliable seal in plumbing systems and usually results in ease of maintenance for AMTs. It is designed to provide years of reliable service. However, “B” nut reliability is only as good as how you treat it. We disconnect and connect them many times during our careers - right? However, do you “tighten”