NM Fires, Flood Recovery Over $34 Million in Federal Assistance
NM Fires, Flood Recovery Over $34 Million in Federal Assistance ROSWELL, New Mexico –More than seven months have passed since former President Joe Biden declared a major disaster in New Mexico. Under the declaration, he ordered federal financial assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by the South Fork and Salt Fires that began on June 17, 2024, and the subsequent flooding. The Presidential action made federal funding available to affected individuals, families and businesses in Lincoln, Otero, Rio Arriba, San Juan counties and the Mescalero Apache Reservation. More than 1,400 structures, including at least
Disaster Recovery Center in McDuffie County to Close Permanently Jan. 25
Disaster Recovery Center in McDuffie County to Close Permanently Jan. 25 The Disaster Recovery Center in McDuffie County is set to close permanently at 6 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25. It is currently open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday through Saturday. The recovery center is at this location: McDuffie County Thomson Depot 111 Railroad St. Thomson, GA 30824 Residents can visit any open center. They can find the center closest to them by going to fema.gov/drc. All centers are accessible to people with disabilities or access and functional needs and are equipped with assistive technology. FEMA provides help to all
Wildfire Survivors: Beware of Stolen Identity Fraud and Other Disaster Recovery Scams and Deceptions
Wildfire Survivors: Beware of Stolen Identity Fraud and Other Disaster Recovery Scams and Deceptions LOS ANGELES – Some Californians impacted by the Los Angeles County wildfires may be targeted with scams and fraudulent schemes. Disasters are often opportunities for criminals who attempt to obtain names, addresses and social security numbers to fraudulently gain access to a survivor’s legitimate FEMA grants. It is important to note that only one application may be filed for each household. A survivor who is applying with FEMA and is told they already have applied should first ensure no one else in the household has already applied
FEMA Will Bring Temporary Disaster Recovery Centers to More Crow Tribe Locations
FEMA Will Bring Temporary Disaster Recovery Centers to More Crow Tribe Locations CROW AGENCY – FEMA disaster assistance specialists will visit several Crow Tribe locations to help people apply for disaster assistance. Crow Tribe members who had damage to a home, rental home, trailer or mobile home, or had damage to property caused by the August 6, 2024 severe storm and straight-line winds can apply for help with repairs and other needs. Temporary Disaster Recovery Centers will open at 1 p.m. on the first day of operations and then 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each following day in these locations:
Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina Closing for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina Closing for Martin Luther King Jr. Day COLUMBIA, S.C. – Disaster Recovery Centers in South Carolina will close on Jan. 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The centers will resume operations on Jan. 21 at the following locations: Chester County, Gateway Conference Center, 3200 Commerce Drive, Suite A, Richburg, SC 29729 Open Jan. 21-24, Jan. 27-31, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; closed Jan. 25-26. Greenwood County, United Way of the Lakelands, 929 Phoenix St., Greenwood, SC 29646 Open Jan. 21-25, Jan. 27-31, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; closed Jan. 26. Spartanburg County
What is a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center?
What is a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center? LOS ANGELES – If you were affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles County, you may be eligible for FEMA financial assistance. After filing a claim with your insurance company, you can apply for FEMA by phone at 800-621-3362 or by visiting DisasterAssistance.gov. If you need additional support or would like help uploading documents, you should visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to apply for assistance and learn about resources from FEMA and other state organizations to aid you in your recovery. What is a DRC? A DRC is an accessible facility that you can visit
Disaster Recovery Centers in Laurens, Screven and Wilkes Counties to Close Permanently Jan. 18
Disaster Recovery Centers in Laurens, Screven and Wilkes Counties to Close Permanently Jan. 18 The Disaster Recovery Centers in Laurens, Screven and Wilkes counties are set to close permanently at 6 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 18. They are currently open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The recovery centers are at these locations: Laurens County Old West Laurens Middle School 338 West Laurens School Road Dublin, GA 31021 Screven County Screven County Library 106 Community Drive Sylvania, GA 30467 Wilkes County Washington Fire Department (Training Room) 212 E. Court St Washington, GA 30673 There are other centers currently operating
Survivors Begin Living In FEMA-Provided Housing As Their Recovery Continues
Survivors Begin Living In FEMA-Provided Housing As Their Recovery Continues Individuals and families who lost their homes to Helene’s wrath are beginning to move back to areas near their homes. FEMA Direct Temporary Housing Assistance is available to eligible survivors in Carter, Cocke, Greene, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington counties to bring some comfort and stability as survivors recover and their homes are restored. Travel trailers and manufactured housing units have arrived in Tennessee and survivors started moving into private sites this week. Preparing travel trailers and manufactured housing units for placement on private property can be a complex process that
Disaster Recovery Center Open in Fulton County
Disaster Recovery Center Open in Fulton County FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Fulton County to provide one-on-one help for Georgians affected by Tropical Storm Debby (damage Aug. 4—20, 2024) and Hurricane Helene (damage Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024). The center is open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday – Saturday, through Saturday, February 8. It is located at: Fulton County Evelyn G Lowery Library at Cascade3665 Cascade Road SWAtlanta, GA 30331 Additional centers are open in the following counties: Open Monday – Saturday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Appling County Appling County Center83 S. Oak St. Baxley
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in Los Angeles County
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in Los Angeles County LOS ANGELES – Two FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers will open tomorrow in Los Angeles County to assist Californians who experienced damage to their primary home, personal property loss or have disaster-caused emergency needs related to the wildfires. At the center, people can get help applying for federal assistance, speak to representatives from state and federal agencies, receive updates on their FEMA application for assistance and learn about the appeals process. The centers open Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. PST. After Tuesday, Jan. 14, the hours and locations will be