FEMA Invests $19.4 Million in Sewer Line Extension to Support Group Housing Site and Neighboring Community
FEMA Invests $19.4 Million in Sewer Line Extension to Support Group Housing Site and Neighboring Community YouTube Video Here: Kilohana Sewer Project: Upgrading Infrastructure for a Stronger Community LAHAINA, MAUI – A sewer line being built for FEMA’s Kilohana Temporary Group Housing Site will have long-term benefits for Lahaina. To provide Kilohana with access to the County of Maui’s sewer system, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and its partners had to work to extend the existing sewage system to the site. The extension runs through the neighboring community of Wahikuli that is currently using cesspools. Once complete, the Kealamoka Fleming
FEMA Awards Over $122 Million to the Forensic Psychiatry Hospital in Ponce
FEMA Awards Over $122 Million to the Forensic Psychiatry Hospital in Ponce Guaynabo, PUERTO RICO — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) obligated over $122 million to the Mental Health and Addiction Services Administration (ASSMCA, in Spanish) to repair the Forensic Psychiatry Hospital in Ponce, a mental health center that provides medical-legal evaluation to people with mental disorders who have been intervened by the Puerto Rico criminal justice system. “This hospital is vital in the evaluation of people with mental health conditions, and it is essential that it operates in optimal conditions to provide adequate care. With this funding allocation, FEMA
FEMA Awards Nearly $10.5 Million for the Central Specialized School of Visual Arts
FEMA Awards Nearly $10.5 Million for the Central Specialized School of Visual Arts Guaynabo, PUERTO RICO — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocated nearly $10.5 million to restore the Central Specialized School of Visual Arts, a century-old institution included in Puerto Rico's National Register of Historic Places. “La Central”, as it is colloquially known, belongs to a select group of specialized schools of the Puerto Rico Department of Education, created to develop specific skills in the fine arts, sports and academic programs. “This FEMA award is crucial to restore an institution that is part of our historical heritage, vital
Disaster Assistance for West Virginia Survivors of Tropical Storm Helene Tops $1 Million
Disaster Assistance for West Virginia Survivors of Tropical Storm Helene Tops $1 Million CHARLESTON, W.Va. — More than $1 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for homeowners and renters in Mercer County, W.Va., following the impacts of Tropical Storm Helene. “Reaching this milestone is a real testament to the work of Mercer County’s emergency management and community organizations in partnership with West Virginia Emergency Management Division,” FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Georgeta Dragoiu said. “FEMA is proud to be working closely with our partners in getting assistance to the people who need it most. And it’s not too late –
Tennessee Helene Recovery Advances with $24.4 Million in Federal Funding
Tennessee Helene Recovery Advances with $24.4 Million in Federal Funding Eastern Tennessee families and communities are working hard cleaning up, making repairs and putting their lives in order as they continue to recover after Tropical Storm Helene. FEMA has approved more than $24.4 million in federal assistance to help storm survivors recover. Getting residents back into their homes is FEMA’s top priority. Whether a good cleanup is needed or major repairs are required, FEMA programs are in place to assist with funding. When a home is damaged so badly it cannot be lived in, FEMA provides rental assistance or direct housing
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
FEMA Awards Over $1.8 Million to Burlington Electric Department
FEMA Awards Over $1.8 Million to Burlington Electric Department The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be sending more than $1.8 million to the State of Vermont to reimburse the Burlington Electric Department for recovery work for damage caused by the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that took place July 2023. The $1,854,636 award represents 90 percent of the estimated total cost of repair projects, with the company responsible for the remaining 10 percent. Burlington Electric Department’s acceptance of the funding is subject to review and approval by the Burlington City Council. Of the total award, a grant of $1,668,461 is for permanent repair
FEMA Issues $292 Million in N.C. Public Assistance Grants
FEMA Issues $292 Million in N.C. Public Assistance Grants FEMA has obligated more than $292 million for 47 grants to support the Tropical Storm Helene recovery in North Carolina. FEMA’s Public Assistance program provides reimbursement to local, tribal and state government agencies for the costs of emergency response, debris removal and restoration of disaster-damaged public facilities and infrastructure. The program also can reimburse certain private non-profits or houses of worship for response and recovery items. Funding for roads and bridges is distributed to the state, which reimburses the county or local government as projects are completed. The following projects were
Federal Disaster Assistance for Connecticut Tops $10 Million
Federal Disaster Assistance for Connecticut Tops $10 Million More than $10 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for over 2,454 households in Connecticut following the August 18-19, 2024 Severe Storm, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides. As of December 5, Connecticut’s recovery assistance from FEMA includes: $10,083,522 million in FEMA’s Individual and Households Program (IHP) grants awarded to eligible homeowners and renters in three Connecticut counties. These grants help pay for uninsured and underinsured losses and storm-related damage, including: $6,120,771 million in FEMA housing grants to help pay for home repair, home replacement and rental assistance for temporary housing. $3,962,751
FEMA Approves Additional $114 Million for Debris Removal Following Florida’s Hurricanes
FEMA Approves Additional $114 Million for Debris Removal Following Florida's Hurricanes TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - FEMA has approved an additional $114 million to reimburse Florida communities for debris removal after Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby. This includes: $1,345,305 for Manatee County $6,529,810 for the city of Madeira Beach $4,581,559 for Charlotte County $2,868,489 for Highlands County $7,717,350 for city of Sarasota $10,817,250 for Polk County $80,676,180 for Hillsborough County To date, FEMA Public Assistance has provided $927.6 million for Hurricane Milton, $378.3 million for Hurricane Helene and $102.4 million for Hurricane Debby. The money reimburses the state, local governments and certain nonprofit