Seven Days Left to Submit Your Right of Entry (ROE) Form to LA County
Seven Days Left to Submit Your Right of Entry (ROE) Form to LA County LOS ANGELES – Property owners have seven days left to submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form to LA County. In order to have debris removed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), property owners affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires must submit a ROE form by April 15, 2025. Federally funded debris removal is available to residents of single family and owner-occupied multi-family units. All disaster impacted property owners should submit a ROE form by April 15, 2025, to opt-in or opt-out of the
Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Hartford County, Connecticut
Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Hartford County, Connecticut Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review by residents and business owners in affected communities in Hartford County, Connecticut. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. The updated maps were produced in coordination with local, state and FEMA officials. Significant community review of the maps has already taken place. Before the maps become final, community stakeholders can raise questions or concerns about the information
FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair Apr. 12 in Berrien County
FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair Apr. 12 in Berrien County FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, April 12, in Berrien County at the following location: Carrie Dorsey Perry Memorial Library 315 W Marion Ave Nashville, GA 31639 The Housing Resource Fair will bring together federal, state and local agencies in one place to offer services and resources to families recovering from Hurricane Helene. The goal of this collaborative effort is to help connect eligible disaster survivors with affordable housing along with valuable information and resources on their road to recovery.
FEMA Updates Flood Maps in Cochise County
FEMA Updates Flood Maps in Cochise County OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has delivered preliminary flood maps for Cochise County, the City of Benson, the City of Bisbee, the City of Sierra Vista, the City of Tombstone, and the Town of Huachuca City, Arizona. These maps identify revised flood hazards within the Upper San Pedro Watershed. The updated maps will help building officials, contractors, and homeowners make informed mitigation decisions, thereby contributing to safer, more disaster-resilient communities. Before the new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) become effective, there will be a 90-day appeal period from April 3
Two Weeks Left to Submit Your Right of Entry (ROE) Form to LA County
Two Weeks Left to Submit Your Right of Entry (ROE) Form to LA County LOS ANGELES – In order to have debris removed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), property owners affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires must submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form to LA County. The deadline to submit a ROE form has been extended to April 15, 2025. Typically, FEMA’s authority is limited to debris removal in public areas, but in response to the LA wildfires, FEMA’s authority has been extended to include single family residences and owner-occupied multi-family units. There is no out-of-pocket cost to
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma Flood Maps Become Final
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma Flood Maps Become Final DENTON, Texas – New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on or about Oct. 2, 2025, for Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt these new flood maps. Residents are encouraged to examine the maps to determine if they are in a low-to-moderate or high-risk flood zone. The current and future Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) can be viewed on FEMA’s Flood Map Changes Viewer at https://msc.fema.gov/fmcv. By understanding flood risks, individuals can decide
Owsley County Disaster Recovery Center Moves to Library
Owsley County Disaster Recovery Center Moves to Library FRANKFORT, Ky. –The Disaster Recovery Center in Owsley County, which closed its location at the Owsley County Recreation Center March 28 at 7 p.m., has moved to the Owsley County Public Library and opened April 1 at 7 a.m. The new Disaster Recovery Center in Owsley County is located at: Owsley County Public Library, 478 KY-11, Booneville, KY 41314 Working hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Saturday and 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time, Sunday. FEMA representatives can explain available assistance programs, how to
Disaster Recovery Center in Wayne County, W.Va. Opening Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Disaster Recovery Center in Wayne County, W.Va. Opening Wednesday, April 2, 2025 CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open in Wayne County at Tolsia High School at 8 a.m., April 2, 2025. FEMA encourages residents of the impacted counties to register for assistance, including homeowners and renters. The center is located at: Wayne County Disaster Recovery Center Tolsia High School 1 Rebel Drive Fort Gay, WV 25514 Hours of operation: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays Residents, both homeowners and renters, in Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and
FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Lee County
FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Lee County FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Lee County 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 lessen damage from future disasters. This information is geared for do-it-yourself work and general contractors. FEMA specialists will be available from March 31 through April 12, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday and on
Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Woodford County
Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Woodford County FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center is opening March 29 in Woodford County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of Feb. 14 – March 7 severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster Recovery Center in Woodford County is located at: Woodford County Senior Citizens Center, 185 Beasley Road., Versailles, KY 40383 Working hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Saturday and 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays. FEMA representatives can explain available assistance programs, how to apply