FlySafe Topic of the Month: Don’t Get Disoriented by Vestibular Illusions
Vestibular Illusions Which way is really up? To some, this may sound like a silly or odd question, but for pilots, this can be a real concern. Statistics show that between 5 to 10% of all general aviation accidents are attributed to spatial disorientation, and 90% of those are fatal. Spatial orientation is our natural ability to maintain our body’s orientation and/or posture in relation to the surrounding environment (physical space) at rest and during motion. This #FlySafe topic examines the vestibular illusions that you may encounter and what you can do to avoid these dangerous situations. Read More #FlySafe
One Month Later: South Dakota Disaster Recovery Update
One Month Later: South Dakota Disaster Recovery Update SIOUX FALLS, S.D.– In the month since President Biden’s major disaster declaration for South Dakota, federal agencies have approved $10,570,374 in grants and loans to assist in recovery as of September 15, 2024. To date, a total of 1,162 people in Davison, Lincoln, Turner, and Union counties have applied with FEMA for assistance. FEMA has approved $6,927,074 through the Individuals and Households program, consisting of $4,683,825 in Housing Assistance for home repairs and rental expenses, and $2,243,249 in Other Needs Assistance for repair or replacement of personal property, vehicle repair or replacement
Preparedness Month Marks Call to Vigilance During Peak of Hurricane Season
Preparedness Month Marks Call to Vigilance During Peak of Hurricane Season U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The arrival of peak activity in the Atlantic hurricane season and the recent passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto through the U.S. Virgin Islands both underscore the importance of being ready for cyclonic events that could affect you and your family. Virgin Islanders have showcased their resilience through multiple emergencies and a pandemic since the 2017 twin hurricanes, and this hurricane season provides another opportunity to mitigate your risk and better prepare your loved ones for any disaster. Assess your needs today and see what items
Vermonters Have One Month to Apply for Federal Assistance Following July Storms
Vermonters Have One Month to Apply for Federal Assistance Following July Storms Vermonters impacted by July’s severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides have one more month to apply for federal disaster assistance, which may include housing repair grants from FEMA or low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration. The application deadline is November 25, 2024. For the July 9-11 disaster , individuals and households in the designated areas of Addison, Caledonia, Chittenden, Essex, Lamoille, Orleans, and Washington counties should apply by the deadline. For the July 29-31 disaster , individuals and households in the designated areas of Caledonia
One Month Later: Juneau Mendenhall Glacier Flooding Disaster Recovery Update
One Month Later: Juneau Mendenhall Glacier Flooding Disaster Recovery Update ANCHORAGE, Alaska – One month since President Joseph R. Biden declared a major disaster in the State of Alaska for flooding on August 5-6, a total of 248 people in The City and Borough of Juneau have applied with FEMA for assistance as of November 19, 2024. FEMA has approved $2,601,363.88 through the Individuals and Households Program (IHP), consisting of $1,330,957.10 in Housing Assistance (HA) for home repairs, and $1,270,406.78 in Other Needs Assistance (ONA) for repair or replacement of personal property, vehicle repair or replacement, moving expenses and other disaster-related