Facilities for Family Entertainment Reconstructed with FEMA Funds
Facilities for Family Entertainment Reconstructed with FEMA Funds Guaynabo, PUERTO RICO — To have family entertainment spaces where people can enjoy safe places to gather, especially during the holiday season, is part of Puerto Rico’s integral recovery. That’s why the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) obligated $3.1 million to repair the Southern Coast Boardwalk in Juana Díaz, and the floating dock and gazebos in Ceiba. “These recreational areas provide spaces for families to share. They benefit their residents as well as all local and international visitors who enjoy their cultural and gastronomic offering, in addition to promoting the economy of
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Holiday Schedule
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Holiday Schedule All FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24; Wednesday, Dec. 25; Tuesday, Dec. 31 and Wednesday, Jan. 1 for the holidays. Disaster Recovery Center Locations and Hours: Regular operating hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday to Saturday; closed Sunday, except where noted Carter County: Carter County Public Library, 201 N. Sycamore St., Elizabethton, TN 37643. Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday to Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Saturday. Cocke County: Old Walmart Building behind Krystal Fast Food Restaurant, 593-B W Broadway St., Newport, TN 37821. Johnson
FEMA Awards $1 Billion in Public Assistance Funds Following Hurricane Milton
FEMA Awards $1 Billion in Public Assistance Funds Following Hurricane Milton TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – FEMA has obligated over $1 billion in Public Assistance funds to aid Florida’s recovery from Hurricane Milton. Reaching this milestone, in just over two months after the hurricane’s major disaster declaration on Oct. 11, has never been done before in Florida. This rapid response highlights the partnership with the State of Florida to aid local governments’ efforts to help communities recover. These funds include costs that the state and local jurisdictions spent on debris removal and emergency protective measures. As of Dec. 20, the state of
Just Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance
Just Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance SANTA FE, New Mexico – Attention, New Mexicans who were affected by the Oct. 19-20 storms and flooding. Don’t wait any longer to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. The deadline to apply for help is only two weeks away, January 2, 2025. Homeowners and renters impacted by the storms and flooding, who live in Chaves County, have only until Thursday, January 2, 2025, to apply. FEMA grants do not have to be repaid. FEMA assistance is nontaxable and will not affect eligibility for Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP or other
New Mexicans Urged to Visit FEMA Community Outreach
New Mexicans Urged to Visit FEMA Community Outreach SANTA FE, New Mexico — FEMA Mitigation experts are available at Home Depot in Roswell, through Saturday, Dec. 21, to offer free advice and tips on how to rebuild stronger and safer against disasters. FEMA encourages New Mexicans, especially those affected by the Oct. 19-20 storm and flooding in Chaves County, to make the most of this free assistance and learn how to reduce future risk. The FEMA specialists are also available at the Disaster Recovery Center in Roswell Mall. They will answer questions and offer home improvement tips and proven methods to help
FEMA Approves More Than $8 Million for Tennessee Mitigation Efforts
FEMA Approves More Than $8 Million for Tennessee Mitigation Efforts The state of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $8 million to protect people and businesses in Cookeville, Memphis and Milan from flooding and earthquakes. “Tennessee works to help our communities and citizens have resources before disaster strikes to increase protection,” said Tennessee Emergency Management Agency Director Patrick C. Sheehan. “This funding gives our communities the ability to emplace projects that protect lives and property of Tennesseans.” The funding comes from FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), which encourages states and local governments to help communities develop projects that prevent, eliminate or
Georgia Storm Survivors Should Stay in Touch with FEMA
Georgia Storm Survivors Should Stay in Touch with FEMA ATLANTA – After you apply for federal disaster assistance, it is important that FEMA be able to contact you. Be aware that phone calls from FEMA may come from unidentified or out of area numbers. If there are changes in your phone number, current address, banking or insurance information, please let FEMA know as soon as possible or you may miss important telephone calls or correspondence. FEMA may need to call some survivors to continue processing their application for assistance after Tropical Storm Debby, Aug. 4–20, 2024, or Hurricane Helene, Sept.
FEMA Extends Transitional Sheltering Assistance Program in South Carolina
FEMA Extends Transitional Sheltering Assistance Program in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – At the request of the state of South Carolina, FEMA’s Transitional Sheltering Assistance program has been extended to Jan. 11, 2025, for Helene survivors who continue to need temporary shelter. This allows households additional time to identify other housing solution or make repairs to their home. This will continue providing free hotel and motel rooms to more than 6,000 families who are already checked into area hotels. “Extending the Transitional Sheltering Assistance program through the holiday season provides much-needed relief and support to South Carolinians rebuilding their lives after this disaster,” said Kim Stenson, South Carolina Emergency Management Director. The program has been extended through the night of Jan. 10, 2025, for South Carolina Helene survivors who continue to need temporary shelter.
FEMA Strengthens Community Safety by Repairing Municipal Police Stations
FEMA Strengthens Community Safety by Repairing Municipal Police Stations GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico ― The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) continues to support Puerto Rico's recovery by allocating funds to three municipal police stations in Vega Baja, Cataño and Gurabo to strengthen their infrastructure due to damage following Hurricane María. “Municipal police stations provide multiple services to the community throughout the year. The safety that the police provide is key to enjoy various events during this festive season, whether they are downtown or within our family spaces,” said Federal Disaster Recovery Coordinator José G. Baquero. One of the facilities that received
Several FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in Georgia Closing This Week
Several FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in Georgia Closing This Week ATLANTA –FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in Chatham, Toombs, and Columbia counties are closing this week, and a Mobile Disaster Recovery Center in Candler County has been extended until the end of this week. Regular hours at all centers are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday; closed Sundays. Chatham County -- Closing permanently 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19: Savannah Technical College Student Enrichment Center Building 5717 White Bluff Road Savannah, GA 31405 Toombs County -- Closing permanently 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19: Georgia Department of Human Services 162 Oxley Drive