Canada’s propane exports to Asia are growing, making up more than 40% of exports in 2024
Canada's propane exports have steadily increased over the last decade, reaching record highs in 2024 as new marine export terminals streamlined the flow of propane from western Canada to export destinations, particularly to Asia. U.S. propane imports from Canada have stayed relatively consistent since Canada began waterborne exports in 2019.
Less Than One Week Left to Apply for Federal Assistance
Less Than One Week Left to Apply for Federal Assistance LOS ANGELES – Less than one week remains for homeowners, renters, nonprofits and businesses impacted by the January wildfires in Los Angeles County to apply for federal disaster assistance. Monday, March 31, is the deadline to apply for both FEMA disaster assistance and a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loan. Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance: Online at DisasterAssistance.gov (fastest option). On the FEMA App (available at the Apple App Store or Google Play). On the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362. If you use a relay service, give FEMA your number for that service. Assistance is
Less Than Five Days Remain to Request Compensation for Damages from Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire
Less Than Five Days Remain to Request Compensation for Damages from Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Deadline approaches for landowners' restoration plan requests from USDA SANTA FE, N.M. — Individuals impacted by the 2022 Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and subsequent flooding who have not yet filed a claim for damages have less than five days left to submit a Notice of Loss (NOL). The deadline to do so is March 14. After this date, it will no longer be possible to request compensation from the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office, nor will requests for a no-cost flood insurance policy or a
Less Than Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and Small Business Administration Low Interest Loans
Less Than Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and Small Business Administration Low Interest Loans LOS ANGELES – Homeowners, renters and businesses in Los Angeles County who experienced property damage or losses from the January wildfires have less than two weeks left to apply for federal disaster assistance. Monday, March 10, is the last day to apply for both FEMA disaster assistance and a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loan. This deadline will not impact applications that have already been started. Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance Online at DisasterAssistance.gov. On the FEMA App. By calling the FEMA
FEMA Encourages Survivors to Apply for Assistance; More Than $1 Million Has Been Approved to Date
FEMA Encourages Survivors to Apply for Assistance; More Than $1 Million Has Been Approved to Date Charleston, W.Va.— More than $1 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for over 1,334 households in West Virginia following the impacts of the severe storm and flooding on February 15. This milestone, which was reached just one week after the event was declared, is accompanied by other important moments in disaster assistance and recovery. “Thanks to state efforts and the hard work of FEMA and the Trump administration, over $1 million in individual assistance has already been approved for West Virginians affected by the
With Fewer than 20 Days Left, Claimants Urged to Submit Notice of Loss by March 14
With Fewer than 20 Days Left, Claimants Urged to Submit Notice of Loss by March 14 SANTA FE, N.M. — The FEMA Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office reminds individuals, businesses, and nonprofits affected by the 2022 Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and subsequent flooding that there are fewer than 20 days left to submit a Notice of Loss (NOL). Congress has extended the deadline to March 14, 2025. This is the last day to begin the claims process. Submitting an NOL is quick and simple. It takes less than 20 minutes and ensures that we can begin review of your claim.
In 2024, U.S. retail gasoline prices averaged about 20 cents less than in 2023
The U.S. retail price for regular grade gasoline averaged $3.30 per gallon (gal) in 2024, $0.21/gal less than in 2023. Lower crude oil prices and narrower refinery margins in 2024 than in 2023 both contributed to the decrease in U.S. retail gasoline prices, according to data from our Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Update. From the first week of 2024 through the last week, national average weekly gasoline prices decreased $0.08/gal.
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
Less than Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance
Less than Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance ANCHORAGE, Alaska – Residents who were affected by the August 5-6 flooding that occurred in the City and Borough of Juneau have until Monday, December 16, to apply for FEMA housing and other needs assistance, and FEMA Disaster Unemployment Assistance, administered through the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, and the U.S. Department of Labor. This deadline is for residents who may need assistance with: Funds for home repairs Temporary rental assistance Damaged vehicles and essential personal property Loss of subsistence items Medical and dental expenses caused by the disaster
FEMA Provides More than $3.6 Million to Loyola University Medical Center
FEMA Provides More than $3.6 Million to Loyola University Medical Center CHICAGO - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today that $3,629,528 has been made available in federal disaster aid to Loyola University Medical Center for emergency protective measures as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This grant funding is part of the recovery efforts in response to the federal disaster declaration of March 26, 2020. In response to COVID-19, Loyola University Medical Center altered existing facilities to allow for proper distancing, purchased personal protective equipment, established screening areas, created COVID-19 testing locations and