Get Repair, Rebuilding Advice Jan. 27-Feb. 1 in Carter, Hawkins, Hamblen Counties
Get Repair, Rebuilding Advice Jan. 27-Feb. 1 in Carter, Hawkins, Hamblen Counties Mitigation specialists from FEMA have partnered with Lowe’s Home Improvement to offer free advice and tips on how to rebuild homes stronger and safer as Tennessee residents begin repairing, rebuilding and making improvements to their homes after Tropical Storm Helene. FEMA specialists will be available from Monday, Jan. 27, to Saturday, Feb. 1, at these locations: Carter County Lowe’s Home Improvement 925 Patriot Dr. Elizabethton, TN 37643 Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday to
FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Hernando and Pinellas Counties
FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Hernando and Pinellas Counties TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. FEMA mitigation specialists will be available to answer questions and offer free home improvement tips and proven methods to prevent and lessen damage from future disasters. This information is geared for do-it-yourself work and general contractors. Mitigation is an effort to reduce the loss of life and property damage by lessening the impact of a disaster through construction and remodeling best practices. An
Get Repair and Rebuilding Advice in Carter, Hawkins and Washington Counties
Get Repair and Rebuilding Advice in Carter, Hawkins and Washington Counties FEMA Mitigation specialists are partnering with local home improvement stores to offer free advice and tips on how to rebuild stronger and safer as Tennessee residents begin repairing, rebuilding and making improvements to their homes after Tropical Storm Helene. The hazard mitigation specialists are available to answer questions, offer home-improvement tips and share proven methods that help reduce damage from disasters. Most information is aimed at general contractors or those who do the work on their own. FEMA specialists will be available Monday, Jan. 20 to Saturday, Jan. 25 at this
FEMA Posts Public Notice for Kentucky Counties Affected by Helene
FEMA Posts Public Notice for Kentucky Counties Affected by Helene BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — A public notice has been posted that describes FEMA’s proposed funding for Kentucky remnants of Hurricane Helene work projects that may adversely affect historic properties, floodplains or wetlands, or may result in continuing vulnerability of these areas to flood damage. By law, FEMA is required to announce its intent to provide federal assistance and grant opportunities under its Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant programs after the November 26, 2024, major disaster declaration for Kentucky remnants of Hurricane Helene. The public notice is posted on FEMA’s disaster
Disaster Recovery Centers in Laurens, Screven and Wilkes Counties to Close Permanently Jan. 18
Disaster Recovery Centers in Laurens, Screven and Wilkes Counties to Close Permanently Jan. 18 The Disaster Recovery Centers in Laurens, Screven and Wilkes counties are set to close permanently at 6 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 18. They are currently open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The recovery centers are at these locations: Laurens County Old West Laurens Middle School 338 West Laurens School Road Dublin, GA 31021 Screven County Screven County Library 106 Community Drive Sylvania, GA 30467 Wilkes County Washington Fire Department (Training Room) 212 E. Court St Washington, GA 30673 There are other centers currently operating
FEMA Public Assistance Available for Bamberg, Calhoun, Orangeburg Counties Following November Severe Storms and Flooding in South Carolina
FEMA Public Assistance Available for Bamberg, Calhoun, Orangeburg Counties Following November Severe Storms and Flooding in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governmental agencies and certain nonprofits (including faith-based organizations) in Bamberg, Calhoun and Orangeburg counties in South Carolina that were affected by severe storms and flooding of Nov. 6-14, 2024, may be eligible for FEMA Public Assistance. This assistance can help cover costs for debris removal, protective measures, public buildings and equipment, public utilities, and more. This is a new major disaster declaration and separate from the declaration for Hurricane Helene. The Public Assistance Program provides federal funding on
FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Pasco and Pinellas Counties
FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Pasco and Pinellas Counties TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. FEMA mitigation specialists will be available to answer questions and offer free home improvement tips and proven methods to prevent and lessen damage from future disasters. This information is geared for do-it-yourself work and general contractors. Mitigation is an effort to reduce the loss of life and property damage by lessening the impact of a disaster through construction and remodeling best practices. An
FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips to Georgians in Coffee and Effingham Counties
FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips to Georgians in Coffee and Effingham Counties ATLANTA -- If you are making repairs to your home after Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4--20) or Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 20), you can get tips from FEMA to make your home safer and stronger at Lowe’s in Douglas (Coffee County) and Rincon (Effingham County). FEMA Mitigation Specialists are available to answer questions and offer home-improvement tips along with proven methods to prevent or reduce damage from future disasters. They will also offer tips and techniques on rebuilding hazard-resistant homes. Mitigation is an effort to reduce the loss of
Disaster Recovery Centers in Aiken, Greenwood Counties Adjusting Operation Hours
Disaster Recovery Centers in Aiken, Greenwood Counties Adjusting Operation Hours COLUMBIA, S.C. –The Disaster Recovery Centers in Aiken and Greenwood counties have adjusted the operating hours. The two Disaster Recovery Centers will be open Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and closed on Sundays. DRC in Aiken County, Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 17519 Atomic Road, Aiken, SC 29803 This center will be operating through Jan. 7. DRC in Greenwood County, United Way of Lakelands, 929 Phoenix St., Greenwood, SC 29646 This center will be operating through Jan. 31. FEMA is encouraging South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene
Get Repair and Rebuilding Advice Jan. 6–18 in Greene and Washington Counties
Get Repair and Rebuilding Advice Jan. 6–18 in Greene and Washington Counties Mitigation specialists from FEMA have partnered with local home improvement stores to offer free advice and tips on how to rebuild homes stronger and safer as Tennessee residents begin repairing, rebuilding and making improvements to their homes after Tropical Storm Helene. FEMA specialists will be available Monday, Jan. 6 to Saturday, Jan. 18 at these locations: Lowe’s Home Improvement 2375 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy.Greenville, TN 37745Greene County Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday – Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday Lowe’s Home Improvement 1498 E. Jackson Blvd. Jonesborough