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3 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

3 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie,  Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by  the February severe storms and floods have 3 days to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to  apply for federal assistance is May 25.    Survivors of the April storms still have until June 25  to Apply. How To Apply for FEMA Assistance There are several ways to apply for FEMA assistance: Online at DisasterAssistance.gov.
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FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Cody Fire

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Cody Fire OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region 9 Administrator authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of Arizona in combating the Cody Fire burning in Pinal County. On May 21, the State of Arizona submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) declaration for the Cody Fire. At the time of the request, the fire was threatening approximately 3,126 homes in and around Oracle  and San Manuel. The fire started on May 21, and has burned more than 800 acres.  FMAGs provide federal funding for up to 75 percent of eligible firefighting costs. The Disaster Relief Fund
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What to Expect After You Apply for FEMA Assistance

What to Expect After You Apply for FEMA Assistance LITTLE ROCK – If you live in Greene, Hot Spring, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp and Stone counties and were affected by the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 14-15, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance. How To Apply for FEMA Assistance Apply online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov. Download the FEMA App for mobile devices. Call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. CT. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS)
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FEMA and the State of Arkansas Are Adding More Sites to Assist Survivors

FEMA and the State of Arkansas Are Adding More Sites to Assist Survivors LITTLE ROCK– The state of Arkansas and FEMA will offer face-to-face help at four additional sites this week for residents affected by the March 14-15 severe storms and tornadoes. Homeowners and renters in Greene, Hot Spring, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp and Stone counties may be eligible for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance. Residents of those counties can receive help applying for federal assistance starting Tuesday, May 20 and Wednesday, May 21 at these new Survivor Assistance Locations: GREENE COUNTY Greene County Courthouse – Meeting
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Less Than 1 Week Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

Less Than 1 Week Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie,  Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by  the February severe storms and floods have less than 1 week to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to apply for federal assistance is May 25.    Survivors of the April storms still have until June 25  to Apply. How To Apply for FEMA Assistance There are several ways to apply for
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FEMA and the State of Arkansas Are Assisting Arkansans Where They Are

FEMA and the State of Arkansas Are Assisting Arkansans Where They Are LITTLE ROCK– In coordination with the state of Arkansas, FEMA Individual Assistance teams will offer face-to-face help for residents of the nine Arkansas counties affected by the March 14-15 severe storms and tornadoes. Homeowners and renters in Greene, Hot Spring, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp and Stone counties may be eligible for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance. Starting Monday, FEMA will support state-led recovery efforts at four community sites. Staff can help survivors apply for federal assistance. They can also identify potential needs and connect
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Arkansas Survivors Affected by the March 14-15 Severe Storms and Tornadoes Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the March 14-15 Severe Storms and Tornadoes Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in nine counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 14-15. Financial assistance is available to eligible homeowners and renters in Greene, Hot Spring, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp and Stone counties. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs, displacement, temporary lodging, basic home repair costs, personal property loss or other disaster-caused needs. Survivors with homeowners or renters’ insurance, should file a
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Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season

Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season With Hurricane season right around the corner the safety and well-being of occupants living in FEMA temporary housing units is an important concern of the agency. Below are tips for preparing for Hurricane season. If severe weather is predicted, stay alert to weather warnings and comply with local official evacuation orders. What to do During Severe Weather: Use a weather radio to monitor evacuation orders. Should local officials recommend manufactured housing occupants find sturdier shelter, evacuate immediately. Survivors living in travel trailers must leave the trailer in place.
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9 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

9 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie,  Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by  the February severe storms and floods have 9 days to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to  apply for federal assistance is May 25.    Survivors of the April storms still have until June 25  to Apply. How To Apply for FEMA Assistance There are several ways to apply for FEMA assistance: Online at DisasterAssistance.gov.
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FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Greer Fire

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Greer Fire OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region 9 Administrator authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of Arizona in combating the Greer Fire burning in Apache County.  On May 14, the state of Arizona submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) declaration for the Greer Fire. At the time of the request, the fire was threatening approximately 2,934 homes in and around Greer, Southfork, Eagar, and Springerville, with a combined population of around 6,220.  The fire was also threatening the Springerville-Eager Airport, Round