Tennessee Department of Transportation Awarded $9.6 Million for Debris Removal
Tennessee Department of Transportation Awarded $9.6 Million for Debris Removal The State of Tennessee and FEMA have awarded $9.6 million to the Tennessee Department of Transportation for clearing 457,381 cubic yards of debris left when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. Funding for debris removal is authorized under FEMA’s Public Assistance program. Debris collection began Oct. 1 across roads and public property in Carter, Cocke, Greene, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington counties. It is expected to be completed by Feb. 28. FEMA’s initial estimated share for this project is $7,231,839; the estimated nonfederal share is $2,410,613. The
One Month Later: Federal Support for Wildfire Survivors Nears $700 Million
One Month Later: Federal Support for Wildfire Survivors Nears $700 Million LOS ANGELES – On January 7, when wildfires first struck Los Angeles County and adjacent areas, more than 200,000 Californians were evacuated. State and local governments responded quicky to fight the blazes, employing more than 2,000 pieces of firefighting equipment – 80-plus aircraft, 200-plus bulldozers and more – which were soon bolstered by the governor’s activation of 2,500 National Guard troops and a request for a federal disaster declaration. Delivery of Federal Resources On January 8, the Los Angeles County wildfires were declared a major disaster by the president, and
Washington County Awarded $6.8 Million to Replace Corby Bridge
Washington County Awarded $6.8 Million to Replace Corby Bridge The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $6.8 million to replace Washington County’s Corby Bridge, which spans the Nolichucky River and was destroyed when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. The 411-foot-long, two-lane concrete bridge was built in 1958 near Limestone. Washed away by Helene’s floodwaters, Corby Bridge will be restored with funding from FEMA’s Public Assistance program. Work to be completed includes architectural and engineering design services that use modern best construction practices and applicable codes and standards. FEMA’s share for this project is $5,135,506; the
Carter County Awarded $10.77 Million for Bridges Destroyed by Helene
Carter County Awarded $10.77 Million for Bridges Destroyed by Helene The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $10.77 million for emergency measures and the restoration of two Carter County bridges that cross the Elk River in Elizabethton. Both were destroyed when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. The two-lane bridges, both built in 1957, are each 230-foot-long and located about a mile apart along the winding Elk River. Known as the Poga Bridge, they were washed away by Helene’s floodwaters and will be restored with funding from FEMA’s Public Assistance program. The bridge replacement projects
Greene County Awarded $6.2 Million to Replace Poplar Springs Bridge
Greene County Awarded $6.2 Million to Replace Poplar Springs Bridge The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $6.2 million to replace Greene County’s Poplar Bridge, which spans the Nolichucky River and was destroyed and submerged in the river when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. The nearly 10,000 square foot bridge, also known as Easterly Bridge, will be demolished and restored with funding from FEMA’s Public Assistance program. Work to be completed includes architectural and engineering design services that use best construction practices and applicable codes and standards. FEMA’s share for this project is $4,656,288; the
State, FEMA Approve $9.77 Million to Replace Chestoa Pike Road Bridge
State, FEMA Approve $9.77 Million to Replace Chestoa Pike Road Bridge The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $9.77 million to replace Unicoi County’s Chestoa Pike Road Bridge which straddles the Nolichucky River and was destroyed when floodwaters from Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. Funding from FEMA’s Public Assistance program covers eligible costs to replace 13,451 square feet of the two-lane concrete bridge built in 1991, using best construction practices, modern means and methods, and Codes and Standards set by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials. FEMA’s share for this project
FEMA Approves Additional $1.3 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida’s Hurricanes
FEMA Approves Additional $1.3 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida's Hurricanes TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - FEMA has approved an additional $1.3 million to reimburse Florida communities for emergency work after Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby. This includes: $935,244 for Marion County for debris removal (Milton). $118,386 for Hernando County Sheriff’s Office for Emergency Protective Measures (Milton). $45,745 for Hernando County Sheriff’s Office for Emergency Protective Measures (Helene). $4,374 for Talquin Electric Cooperative, Inc. for Emergency Protective Measures (Debby). $3,208 Dixie District School Board for debris removal (Debby). $7,698 for the City of Newberry for debris removal (Debby). $25,551 for the City
Mercer County, W.Va., disaster aid hits $2 million milestone
Mercer County, W.Va., disaster aid hits $2 million milestone CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Six weeks after a major disaster was declared for Mercer County, W.Va., more than $2 million has been approved for homeowners and renters affected by the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. More than 955 households have registered with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to date. The deadline to apply for disaster assistance is Feb. 7, 2025. “Getting $2 million into the hands of the people of Mercer County has been a team effort,” Federal Coordinating Officer Georgeta Dragoiu said. “FEMA continues to work side-by-side with West Virginia and
Federal Disaster Assistance Tops $24.6 Million for Chaves Residents
Federal Disaster Assistance Tops $24.6 Million for Chaves Residents ROSWELL, New Mexico — It has been just over three months since former President Joe Biden declared a major disaster for the state of New Mexico following the Oct. 19-20 Severe Storm and Flooding in Chaves County. To date, more than $24.6 million in federal assistance has been approved for New Mexican families affected by the disaster. FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) have approved grants and loans for more than 3,000 recovering homeowners, renters and businesses in Chaves County. This assistance helps pay for eligible losses and disaster-related damage repair and replacement of homes
FEMA Approves Additional $44.1 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida’s Hurricanes
FEMA Approves Additional $44.1 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida's Hurricanes TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - FEMA has approved an additional $44.1 million to reimburse Florida communities for emergency work after Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby. This includes: $7,193,388 for Hernando County for debris removal (Milton). $4,126,106 to Pasco County for Emergency Protective Measures (Milton). $4,193,344 for Manatee County for Emergency Protective Measures (Milton). $1,133,037 for Manatee County for Emergency Protective Measures (Helene). $1,038,143 for Pasco County for Emergency Protective Measures (Helene). $26,420,000 for Florida Division of Emergency Management for Management Costs (Helene). To date, FEMA Public Assistance has provided $1.03 billion