Hope Lives as Lahaina Heals and Plans the Next Steps
Hope Lives as Lahaina Heals and Plans the Next Steps LAHAINA, Hawaiʻi – For longtime Lahaina resident Kim Ball, the sound of construction echoing along Komo Mai Street is a welcome harbinger of renewal. Already, the foundation of his new home is emerging from the outlines of the one destroyed by wildfires last August. Standing on his property, Ball can also see the work beginning on his neighbor’s house. Down the hill, another new home is further along. Its roof is already in place. Ball, who owns Hi-Tech Surf Sports on Maui, is among the first Lahaina homeowners to start rebuilding.
Daylight Savings Time Ends This Weekend: Three Steps for a Smart “Fall Back” into Fall
Daylight Savings Time Ends This Weekend: Three Steps for a Smart “Fall Back” into Fall CHICAGO – On Sunday, November 1, Daylight Saving Time ends, and we set our clocks back an hour. Take advantage of extra sleep then take a few simple steps to ensure you, your family and your home stay safe into the colder months ahead. “As we near the end of 2020, we need to continue preventing the spread of COVID-19 through social distancing, mask wearing and hand washing. It’s also important to prepare for other types of disaster risks; consider using the extra hour this
Steps to Safely Celebrate the Holidays
Steps to Safely Celebrate the Holidays CHICAGO - Thanksgiving is less than a week away, and while smart travel, cooking, decorating and heating practices are always important to remember this time of year, the ongoing coronavirus pandemic means even more safety measures should be taken this holiday season. “The safest option for celebrating Thanksgiving this year is to celebrate with people in your household,” said Kevin M. Sligh, acting regional administrator, FEMA Region 5. “As COVID-19 continues to spread, staying home is the best way to save lives. If you need to leave your home, remember to wear your mask and
Five Steps to Keep Your Disaster Recovery on Track
Five Steps to Keep Your Disaster Recovery on Track Recovering from a disaster is a continuous process with many options and it is important for disaster survivors to know the resources available to support their recovery efforts. Depending on your particular needs and the steps you’ve already taken, there are several additional steps you can take to recover from your losses and mitigate your property against future damage. Here is a checklist to ensure you’ve taken all the steps in your federal assistance process: Visit a temporary Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) near you. A DRC is a place where you
Claims Office Releases Appeals Guide, Outlining Steps and Rights for Claimants Seeking Fair Compensation
Claims Office Releases Appeals Guide, Outlining Steps and Rights for Claimants Seeking Fair Compensation SANTA FE, N.M. — The FEMA Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office (“Claims Office”) has released a comprehensive appeals guide detailing the policies, procedures, and responsibilities associated with the Claims Office’s appeals process. This new guide serves as an essential resource for claimants who wish to dispute their compensation decisions and helps ensure they receive the maximum compensation allowable by law. The new guide provides clear information on the appeals process, outlines claimants’ appeal rights, and explains the steps required to submit an appeal. By defining key