Press Releases - FEMA.gov
Dec 26, 2024 · FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding from Nov. 3-9, 2024.
Biden-Harris Administration Reforms Disaster Assistance ... - FEMA.gov
Jan 19, 2024 · Planned updates to FEMA’s Individual Assistance program include quicker access to needed funds, expanded eligibility for property and home repairs, and an easier application process for survivors to jumpstart their recovery from disasters.
Ten Things to Know About Federal Disaster Assistance - FEMA.gov
6 days ago · FEMA assistance is nontaxable, and will not affect eligibility for Social Security, Medicaid or other federal or state benefits. 6. You can ask questions and get in-person one-on-one help applying for assistance at any open Disaster Recovery Center. Sixteen centers are currently open, along with four Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers.
Recovering from natural disasters is slow and bureaucratic. New FEMA …
Jan 19, 2024 · FEMA announced Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, it is making changes to its program that helps those who survive wildfires, hurricanes and other natural disasters.
News Feeds - disasterassistance.gov
1 day ago · Get the latest information on declared disasters, storms and hurricanes and other recent natural disasters. No updates available at this time. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. The Eastern North Pacific hurricane season runs from May 15th through November 30th.
Hurricane Helene exposes FEMA assistance gap in Appalachian …
Oct 3, 2024 · As flood-hit residents piece together their lives, few will be able to rely on federal insurance.
FEMA overhauls disaster assistance program as climate crisis ... - CNN
Jan 19, 2024 · Under the new approach, more survivors of disasters will be eligible for a one-time $750 payment, which is disbursed to help with costs like food, shelter, and evacuation, and make access...
Thursday is deadline for Roswell flood victims to seek FEMA assistance
The application period for FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program ends Thursday. So far, the agency has approved more than $16 million in disaster assistance payments to 1,885 households, including about $8.3 million for housing-related assistance. The average payment is …
Debris removal, FEMA aid: How much longer will we get help?
3 days ago · January 28 is the last day to apply for individual assistance with FEMA for damage to your home or property. ... Get News App. Get the iOS app. Get the Android app from Google Play.
Nearly $600 million approved to aid NC Helene recovery, FEMA says
4 days ago · Three months after Tropical Storm Helene hit Western North Carolina, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved $288 million in recovery assistance to more than 142,000 household and ...