Disaster Causing You Stress? Free Crisis Counseling Available
Disaster Causing You Stress? Free Crisis Counseling Available Disasters can take an emotional toll on your well-being. To ensure that survivors of Tropical Storm Helene have essential support in challenging times, the State of Tennessee and FEMA are offering free and confidential crisis counseling and mental health support. Survivors who live or work in Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington counties can get help regardless of their eligibility for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA’s crisis counseling program offers mental health services and training activities to help disaster survivors manage stress, process trauma, cope with their experiences and losses
You Can Appeal FEMA’s Decision
You Can Appeal FEMA’s Decision COLUMBIA, S.C. – If you receive a letter from FEMA saying you are ineligible for assistance, you can appeal the decision and provide more information. It is possibly something as simple as missing documentation or information. Please read the FEMA letter carefully and entirely. If you are found eligible for assistance, the letter will explain the amount of assistance FEMA approved and information on the appropriate use of disaster assistance funds. If you are found ineligible, the letter will explain the reasons. If you disagree with any decisions from FEMA, you may appeal. Appeal Process It
After You Apply with FEMA, Now What?
After You Apply with FEMA, Now What? LOS ANGELES – After you apply with FEMA for disaster assistance, you may wonder what comes next. Sometimes, FEMA may call you for more information or to give you an update. Messages from FEMA will arrive by email, phone, or text. You will know the message comes from FEMA if it is from one of the following sources: Email from noreply-ecorr@dhs.gov , fema-automessaging@fema.intouchconnections.com or fema-automessaging@fema.dhs.gov . Calls from 1-800-621-3362 or 1-866-863-8673. (Sometimes FEMA may call with a recorded voice message to give you information about your application.) Texts from 43362 or 91908. Steps You Can Take
Feeling Stressed? Here are Some Resources to Help You Through Tough Times.
Feeling Stressed? Here are Some Resources to Help You Through Tough Times. Natural disasters like Tropical Storm Debby and Hurricane Helene can take an immense emotional toll on individuals and families. When compounded by the holiday season, the stress can feel overwhelming. FEMA and the State of Georgia want to make sure all Helene survivors who need emotional support during the holidays know how to access free mental health support: Disaster Distress Helpline : Georgians who need support can call or text the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s toll-free helpline at 800-985-5990. They will be referred to a local mental health provider for assistance. This service
FEMA Rental Assistance Available If You Need It
FEMA Rental Assistance Available If You Need It LOS ANGELES – Wildfire survivors in Los Angeles County affected by the wildfires that began on January 7, 2025, who received initial funding for Displacement Assistance, but still have a housing need, should reach out to FEMA. Displacement Assistance helps survivors who can’t return to their home following a disaster by giving them up-front money to help with immediate housing needs. Survivors may be eligible for additional rental assistance for short-term housing. FEMA can help eligible wildfire survivors who are unable to live in their home due to damage from the fires. FEMA
What you should know about "Climb Via"
On April 3, 2014, the FAA changed ATC phraseology and procedures associated with Standard Instrument Departure (SID) clearances. The new key phrase is “climb via,” which is closely related to the long-standing “descend via” phraseology used in Standard Terminal Arrival (STAR) clearances. Misunderstanding of the new “climb via” SID phraseology caused the filing of numerous pilot deviation reports. Some of these deviations resulted in less than standard aircraft separation. It is the pilot-in-command’s (PIC) responsibility to ensure compliance with an ATC clearance. For “climb via” clearances, remember the following: Top Altitude: Prior to takeoff, pilots must identify the
Apply for FEMA Assistance Even If You Are Unsure You Qualify
Apply for FEMA Assistance Even If You Are Unsure You Qualify When your home has been damaged or destroyed in a disaster and you aren’t sure what your insurance will cover or if you qualify for federal help, you may put off applying for FEMA assistance. Don’t. Gather your documents and take time to complete an application. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, Jan. 7. Tennessee survivors of Tropical Storm Helene who live in Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi, and Washington counties may apply. FEMA may be able help with home repairs, rental assistance for your family – and
The FAASTeam wants YOU!
Calling all airmen in the Cincinnati and Dayton areas! The FAASTeam is recruiting, and we are looking for representatives on the operations and airworthiness sides of the house. If you are a pilot or a mechanic, and you have a desire to promote safety and be an ambassador for the FAA, apply to be a FAASTeam Rep and help us maintain the excellent safety record we have here in southwest Ohio! Just go to www.faasafety.gov, go to the "about the FAASTeam" link and you will find a link to "join the FAASTeam." There you will see the application to join
Do You Know NOTAMs?
Have you ever wondered what a NOTAM said? Do you know the difference between the various kinds of NOTAMs? In case you need a refresher, FAA has a back to basics course to help you understand what Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) are and what they are saying. There is a lot of useful information encoded into NOTAMs that can help you take your flight safety to the next level. For pilots For airport operators
Is Your Flight Review Set to Expire, But You Can’t Fly With a CFI Because of COVID-19?
You may be able to extend your flight review grace period for up to three months by earning three WINGS credits. WINGS is the FAA’s Pilot Proficiency Program. You can get WINGS credits by going to FAASafety.gov. Hover over “Activities, Courses, Seminars & Webinars” then choose “Courses” for online training, or “Seminars & Webinars” if you prefer to earn credit by attending a live webinar. There are over 500 online courses and lots of webinars available. To complete a phase of WINGS , you’ll need to complete three flight credits when things get back to normal but to extend your flight