Disaster Recovery Center Opens in St. John the Baptist Parish

BATON ROUGE, La. – FEMA and the State of Louisiana will open a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Reserve on Tuesday, Oct. 1, to provide one-on-one help to Louisiana residents affected by Hurricane Francine.Center location:St. John the Baptist ParishReserve Library1482 Hwy 44Reserve, LA 70084Additional DRCs are open at the following locations: St. Charles ParishAlan Arterbury Building14564 River RoadNew Sarpy, LA 70078St. Mary ParishMorgan City Municipal Auditorium728 Myrtle St.Morgan City, LA 70380Terrebonne ParishTerrebonne Parish Library151 Library DriveHouma, LA 70360Lafourche ParishLafourche Parish Emergency Operations Center4876 Hwy. 1Raceland, LA 70394Ascension ParishLemann Memorial Center1100 Clay St.Donaldsonville, LA...

Preliminary Flood Maps for Latimer County, Oklahoma, Ready for Public View

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in all communities and incorporated areas of Latimer County, Oklahoma.Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. Community residents can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in the appeal and comment period for the maps.This is Latimer County’s first complete set of digital FIRMs. These maps serve multiple purposes, including defining Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs)....

Assistance Available for Hurricane Francine Survivors in Louisiana

BATON ROUGE, LA – FEMA’s disaster assistance offers benefits that provide flexible funding directly to survivors when needed the most. In addition, a simplified process and expanded eligibility allows Louisianans access to a wider range of assistance and funds for serious needs.If you have serious needs due to Hurricane Francine, you may qualify for a one-time payment of $750 per household through FEMA’s Serious Need Assistance (SNA). This payment would be in addition to any other assistance from FEMA. SNA is money to pay for emergency supplies like water, food, first aid, breastfeeding...

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Volunteer and Donate Recovery can take many years after a disaster. There are many ways to help such as donating cash, needed items or your time. Learn more about how to help those in need. Don’t self-deploy to disaster areas. Trusted organizations in the affected areas know where volunteers are needed. Work with an established organization to make sure you have the appropriate safety, training and skills needed to respond. FEMA Voluntary Agency Liaisons (VALs) build relationships and coordinate efforts with voluntary, faith-based and community organizations active in disasters. Doing Business with FEMA...

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Volunteer and Donate Recovery can take many years after a disaster. There are many ways to help such as donating cash, needed items or your time. Learn more about how to help those in need. Don’t self-deploy to disaster areas. Trusted organizations in the affected areas know where volunteers are needed. Work with an established organization to make sure you have the appropriate safety, training and skills needed to respond. FEMA Voluntary Agency Liaisons (VALs) build relationships and coordinate efforts with voluntary, faith-based and community organizations active in disasters. Doing Business with FEMA...

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Volunteer and Donate Recovery can take many years after a disaster. There are many ways to help such as donating cash, needed items or your time. Learn more about how to help those in need. Don’t self-deploy to disaster areas. Trusted organizations in the affected areas know where volunteers are needed. Work with an established organization to make sure you have the appropriate safety, training and skills needed to respond. FEMA Voluntary Agency Liaisons (VALs) build relationships and coordinate efforts with voluntary, faith-based and community organizations active in disasters. Doing Business with FEMA...

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FEMA, the Federal Interagency, Private and Nonprofit Partners Continue to Support Hurricane Helene Response Efforts

President Biden approved South Carolina’s request for an emergency declaration yesterday, enabling FEMA to provide federal resources to the state for emergency protective measures like reimbursement to keep people safe and aid initial response and recovery efforts.WASHINGTON -- FEMA is coordinating a whole of community response to the aftermath of Hurricane Helene while preparing for additional impacts as the storm travels North. Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida overnight as a powerful Category 4 hurricane, causing major damage and leaving more than 4 million homes without power. Tropical Storm Helene is now posing a...

Arbitration Available for Disputed Compensation Offers

SANTA FE, NM – Claimants impacted by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and subsequent flooding may request arbitration if they remain dissatisfied with the Administrative Appeal decision on their claim.Arbitration is a legal process where two parties agree to have a neutral third party hear their dispute and make a final, binding decision.  By choosing arbitration, claimants resolve their dispute without going to court. FEMA has awarded a service contract to JAMS, a firm based in Irvine, California, that will provide a pool of arbitrators to review and issue decisions on disputed...