Jim Wells County, Texas Flood Maps Become Final

DENTON, Texas –– New flood maps become effective in Jim Wells County on Aug. 15, 2017. Residents are encouraged to examine these maps to decide whether they need to buy flood insurance. Awareness of flood risk can help individuals and community leaders can make informed decisions about building and development. Many people do not realize it, but flooding is the #1 natural disaster in the U.S. and only flood insurance covers these unexpected, damaging and sometimes fatal events. Most homeowner insurance policies do not cover the effects of flooding. Anyone without flood insurance...
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PRELIMINARY FLOOD MAPS IN HARRIS (SIMS BAYOU) COUNTY, TX READY FOR PUBLIC VIEW

DENTON, Texas – New preliminary flood maps will soon be available for residents and business owners near Sims Bayou.To learn more about the proposed map changes, Harris County and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials will host an Open House on Tuesday, May 16, 2 -7 p.m. It will be held at the Houston Community College, Central South Campus at 1990 Airport Blvd, Houston.Viewing these maps can help residents and business owners make informed decisions about buying flood insurance. Community leaders can use them to make decisions about future developments.Additional information...
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Forging Ahead: One Family’s Path to Flood Recovery

BATON ROUGE, La. — Kim Aucoin moved to Baton Rouge from Charlotte, North Carolina, in March 2016. She was raised in Lafayette and was happy to once again live in her home state of Louisiana. Little did she know that just five months later the area would be devastated by historical flooding.“My landlord came to the house and said ‘Get out, we’re going to flood,’” said Aucoin. The home had never flooded before, even during a big flood event in 1989, but she said this time her landlord didn’t want to...
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Fourth Extension Granted for NFIP Policyholders to Submit Proof of Loss

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Thursday, May 4, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Thursday, May 4, 2017 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Thursday, May 4, 2017 Significant Activity – May 3-4 Significant Events: Flooding – Southern/Central Plains Significant Weather: Flash flooding possible - Ohio valley Rain and thunderstorms – Pacific Northwest to Northern Intermountain and northern CA; Lower/Middle Mississippi valleys to Southeast and Great Lakes Space Weather: Past 24 hours: None observed; Next 24 hours: None predicted Tropical Activity: No activity threatening U.S. interests Earthquake Activity: No significant activity Declaration Activity: Amendment No. 1 to FEMA-4305-DR-CA FEMA+Daily+Ops+Briefing+05-04-2017.pdf Update Your...
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Wednesday, May 3, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Wednesday, May 3, 2017 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Wednesday, May 3, 2017 attached Significant Activity - May 2-3 Significant Events: •Flooding – Southern/Central Plains Significant Weather: •Severe thunderstorms possible – Southern Plains to Southeast and Lower Mississippi Valley •Flash flooding possible – Southern Plains to Southeast, Middle Mississippi and Ohio valleys and Great Lakes •Rain and thunderstorms – Plains to Southeast and Great Lakes •Red Flag Warnings – FL •Space Weather: Past 24 hours: none observed; next 24 hours: none predicted Tropical Activity: No activity...
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Tuesday, May 2, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Tuesday, May 2, 2017 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Significant Activity – May 1-2 Significant Events:  Severe weather – Southern Plains to Mid-Atlantic Significant Weather: Severe weather – Southern Plains to Mid-Atlantic Significant Weather: Flash flooding possible – Southern/Central Plains Rain and Thunderstorms – Southern to Northern Plains and Middle Mississippi Valley; Northeast Rain and snow – Northern Rockies/Northern Plains to Central Rockies Red Flag Warnings – TX, AK & FL Critical/Elevated Fire Weather areas – AZ, NM and TX Space Weather:Past...
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East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office to Receive $1.5 Million for Flood Recovery

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Saturday, April 29, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Saturday, April 29, 2017 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Saturday, April 29, 2017 (attached) Significant Activity – Apr 28-29 Significant Events: None Significant Weather: Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding –Southern Plains/Lower Mississippi Valley to Ohio Valley Rain and thunderstorms –Southwest to Mid-Atlantic Heavy snow possible –Southern Rockies to Central Plains Rain and snow –Northern Intermountain to Northern Rockies; Southwest to Northern Plains Critical/Elevated Fire Weather areas –CA, NV, AZ, NM, TX & FL Red Flag Warnings –AZ & NM Space Weather: Past 24 hours: None observed;...
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$1.5 Million to Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections for Flood Recovery

BATON ROUGE, La. — The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections (LDPSC) will receive $1.5 million through disaster funding for emergency protective measures following the August floods. Funds are obligated through FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) program.PA recovery funding will reimburse LDPSC for emergency activities implemented at nine facilities throughout the state for male, female and youth offenders. Reimbursement costs include evacuation and shelter costs of offenders, emergency supplies and the cost of labor for correctional staff. Urgent response funding also includes transportation services for offenders at the Louisiana Correctional Institute...
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Application Period Extended for 100 FEMA Public Assistance Jobs

BATON ROUGE, La. — There is still time to apply for 100 FEMA reservist positions for Public Assistance (PA) Site Inspector Specialists.  FEMA has extended the application deadline by a week to 5/6/2017 and is looking for construction managers, building inspectors and disaster recovery specialists to work in various locations.This week the Baton Rouge Joint Field Office (JFO) also kicked off a national pilot program designed to convert FEMA’s local hires to reservist status.  A robust team of FEMA reservists need to be available and ready to respond to disasters at...
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Friday, April 28, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Friday, April 28, 2017 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for Friday, April 28, 2017 Significant Activity – Apr 27-28 Significant Events: None Significant Weather: Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding – Southern Plains to Ohio Valley Rain and thunderstorms – Southwest to Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Heavy snow possible – Northern Plains to Southern Rockies Rain and snow – Northern Intermountain to Southwest and Upper Mississippi Valley Critical/Elevated Fire Weather areas – CA, NV, AZ, NM, TX & FL Red Flag Warnings – AZ & NV Space Weather: Past...
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Tornado Disaster Relief Wrap Up

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Free Legal Service for Declared Disaster-Related Fraud

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FEMA Hiring 100 Public Assistance Site Inspector Specialists

BATON ROUGE, La. — Calling all construction managers, building inspectors and disaster recovery specialists!  FEMA is seeking applicants for 100 reservist positions for Public Assistance (PA) Site Inspector Specialists in various locations.FEMA provides help and support to people in the midst of an emergency situation and those dealing with the aftermath. Reservists are brought to the site to assist in federally declared disaster operations. PA specialists will conduct site inspections of claimed disaster-related damage.  Essential knowledge for these positions include: understanding and experience related to general engineering and construction practices for...
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April 20, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for April 20, 2017 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for April 20, 2017 Significant Activity – Apr 19-20   Significant Weather: Severe Thunderstorms possible – Southern Plains, Ohio Valley, Great Lakes, and Central Appalachians Flash Flooding possible – Southern Plains, Middle/Lower Mississippi valleys, and Northeast Rain and Thunderstorms – Plains to Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern U.S. Heavy Snow – Northern/Central Rockies Elevated/Critical fire Weather – AZ, NM, CO, OK, and TX Space Weather: Past 24 hours: Moderate; G2 Geomagnetic occurred Next 24 hours: Moderate; G2 Geomagnetic expected Tropical Activity:...
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NFIP New and Future Policyholders Have Multiple Ways to Stay Informed

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FEMA’s Public Assistance Program Obligates $10 Million to Area Schools

BATON ROUGE, La. — Four schools in East Baton Rouge and Ascension parishes have an additional $10 million to recover and rebuild following the August floods.FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) program awarded more than $3.3 million to the East Baton Rouge School Board for remediation at Park Forest Middle School and Park Forest Elementary School. To assist with recovery efforts, the Ascension Parish School Board will receive $3.5 million for St. Amant High School. About $2.8 million will help the Central Community School System pay for permanent repairs to Tanglewood Elementary School. FEMA...
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Crisis Counseling Still Available for Flood Survivors of All Ages

BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana schools will soon close for summer and the elimination of a normal routine may increase the need for crisis counseling for both adult and child survivors of the August floods.  Free disaster crisis counseling is available through Louisiana Spirit, a program administered by the state and funded by a FEMA grant.  If you wish to speak with the counselors call 866-310-7977.Children should keep a routine and positive focus in the recovery process of disasters. Both are recommended by a number of children-focused organizations working on the...
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Louisiana Flood Survivors Rebuild with $2.4 Billion in NFIP Payments

BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana policyholders have received nearly $2.4 billion in insurance payments from the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to help with repairs and to rebuild homes following the August flood. The average claim for this disaster was $87,426.Policyholders received advanced flood insurance payments of approximately $361 million. The average NFIP advance payment was $18,733 and dispersed in as few as five days to help with recovery and rebuilding efforts.The NFIP has received more than 29,500 claims for this disaster, of which 98 percent are closed. Policyholders affected by...
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