FEMA Urges Residents to Listen to Local Officials About Flooding Risks as Storms Sweep the South and Midwest
FEMA Urges Residents to Listen to Local Officials About Flooding Risks as Storms Sweep the South and Midwest WASHINGTON -- Large storms and severe weather systems are moving across the South and Midwest, which are bringing heavy rain and risks of flooding. FEMA is coordinating with its state, local, tribal and territorial partners to ensure people’s safety is prioritized. Additionally, President Donald J. Trump has approved an emergency declaration for Tennessee, providing federal disaster assistance that allows FEMA to identify, mobilize and provide, at its discretion, equipment and resources necessary to alleviate the impacts of the emergency. It is critical to
FEMA Hiring Local Residents to Support Wildfires Recovery
FEMA Hiring Local Residents to Support Wildfires Recovery LOS ANGELES – FEMA has launched a hiring process to continue its support of California’s recovery from the Eaton and Palisades wildfires in Los Angeles County. California residents who are interested in a temporary position with FEMA and a variety of emergency management functions can apply through USAJobs.gov. Applicants will be called for interviews, and those hired will join a recovery team already in place, composed of local and federal workers, voluntary agencies, and community organizations. The following departments have positions available in Los Angeles County: Acquisitions, Civil Rights, External Affairs, Disaster Field
Local Area Emergency issued March 5 at 1:35AM CST by NWS Duluth MN
LAEDLH The following message is transmitted at the request of the Ashland and Bayfield County Emergency Communications Center. This is an urgent message from the Ashland and Bayfield County Emergency Communications Center. U.S. Highway 2 and State Highway 13 North is declared impassable and closed on the Chequamegon Bayfront between State Highway 112 in the City of Ashland and State Highway 13 North in the Town of Eileen due to extreme weather conditions. Motorists must use the designated State Highway 137 alternate route. Tune to local radio and television stations for further details.
FEMA Supports State and Local Response to Ohio Valley Flooding
FEMA Supports State and Local Response to Ohio Valley Flooding Following President Trump’s Approval of Emergency Declaration for Kentucky WASHINGTON -- FEMA is closely coordinating with state and local officials to provide support as widespread flooding impacts portions of Kentucky, Virginia and West Virginia. With winter weather in the forecast, residents should stay informed about changing conditions, as freezing temperatures and additional precipitation could worsen impacts and create hazardous travel conditions. “I spoke to Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to offer federal resources and action for the deadly flash floods impacting Kentucky. We discussed how while emergency management is best led by
Beware of Contractor Fraud: Go Local, Do Your Research
Beware of Contractor Fraud: Go Local, Do Your Research SANTA FE, New Mexico – FEMA and the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (NMDHSEM) caution Chaves County residents impacted by the Oct. 19-20 Storm and Flooding to be aware of post-disaster fraud and scams. Attempts to scam residents can be made over the phone, by mail or email, through the internet or in person. It is important to remain alert, as con artists are creative and resourceful. If an offer sounds too good to be true, it should be questioned. FEMA does not license or certify contractors. FEMA
FNL Local Traffic Pattern for Runway 15
When the Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) Tower is operational (0800L-1800L – 7 days a week) and Runway 15 is in use, expect Right Traffic for the local traffic pattern. When the FNL Tower is closed all runways are published Left Traffic. POC: Les Habig, ATM FNL Remote Tower Project, at Leslie.B_CTR.Habig@faa.gov