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BATON ROUGE, La. – In support of the state of Louisiana’s request to waive rent for Hurricane Ida survivors living in temporary housing units (THUs), FEMA has authorized a waiver reducing rent to the policy minimum of $50 per month through May 31, 2023. Normal rent policy will apply to THU occupants starting June 2023. On Jan. 21, FEMA began sending letters to survivors notifying them of the waiver. FEMA is committed to providing temporary housing to eligible Hurricane Ida survivors as they continue the long-term work of recovery. Since Ida...

SANTA FE, NM – More than 300 comments about the interim rule were submitted online and at six public meetings during the 60-day public comment period which closed on Jan. 13. Your input is being used to shape the final regulations, but many activities remain underway to keep the claims process moving, and keep you informed along the way. “I want to thank everyone who provided comments at the public meetings and online, including our Tribal Nations and state partners,” said Angela Gladwell, Director of the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Claims...

DENTON, Texas – New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on July 19, 2023, for portions of the cities of Elmendorf and La Vernia; and unincorporated areas of Wilson County, Texas. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt these new flood maps. Residents are encouraged to examine the maps to determine if they are in a low-to-moderate or high-risk flood zone. The current and future Flood Insurance Rate Map can be viewed on FEMA’s...

DENTON, Texas – New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on July 19, 2023, for portions of the cities of China Grove, Elmendorf, San Antonio and St. Hedwig; and unincorporated areas of Bexar County, Texas. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt these new flood maps. Residents are encouraged to examine the maps to determine if they are in a low-to-moderate or high-risk flood zone. The current and future Flood Insurance Rate Map can...

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review in Lonoke County, Arkansas. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. The updated maps were produced in coordination with local, state and FEMA officials. Significant community review of the maps has already taken place, but before the maps become final, community stakeholders can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in the 90-day appeal...

Incident Period: Jan 12, 2023 Declaration Date: Jan 16, 2023 Now Closed: Period to Apply for Disaster Assistance The last day for individuals and families to apply for assistance after this disaster has passed. You are no longer able to begin a new claim. To check the status on a previously submitted claim, visit DisasterAssistance.gov. I Applied for Assistance. What's Next? You will receive notification letters from FEMA either by U.S. mail or by electronic correspondence explaining your next steps. If you reported during the application process that you received...

Incident Period: Jan 12, 2023 Declaration Date: Jan 15, 2023 Now Closed: Period to Apply for Disaster Assistance The last day for individuals and families to apply for assistance after this disaster has passed. You are no longer able to begin a new claim. To check the status on a previously submitted claim, visit DisasterAssistance.gov. I Applied for Assistance. What's Next? You will receive notification letters from FEMA either by U.S. mail or by electronic correspondence explaining your next steps. If you reported during the application process that you received...

Incident Period: Dec 27, 2022 and continuing. Declaration Date: Jan 14, 2023 Now Closed: Period to Apply for Disaster Assistance The last day for individuals and families to apply for assistance after this disaster has passed. You are no longer able to begin a new claim. To check the status on a previously submitted claim, visit DisasterAssistance.gov. I Applied for Assistance. What's Next? You will receive notification letters from FEMA either by U.S. mail or by electronic correspondence explaining your next steps. If you reported during the application process that...

COLUMBIA, S.C.—Homeowners and renters in Charleston, Georgetown and Horry counties who had damage to their property after Hurricane Ian have a few days left to register for assistance. Monday, Jan. 23, is the last day to apply for federal disaster assistance. You must register with FEMA to access federal disaster grants even if you applied with another agency or organization. To register for assistance: Go to DisasterAssistance.gov Use the FEMA mobile app Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. If you use video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give...

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SANTA FE, NM – There’s still time to add your voice along with other New Mexico residents who have already submitted their ideas online and at six public meetings. The public comment period remains open through Jan. 13 for you to provide feedback on the process to implement the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Assistance Act. It’s your opportunity to give input on the interim regulations if you want your ideas and concerns to shape the final regulations. You can review the regulations and submit your comments online by visiting regulations.gov and...

DENTON, Texas – Revised Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in portions of the cities of Campbell Station, Diaz, Newport and Tupelo; the towns of Jacksonport and Weldon; and unincorporated areas of Jackson County, Arkansas. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. Community stakeholders can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in the appeal and comment periods for the maps. For this Physical...

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DENTON, Texas – New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on July 5, 2023, for Haskell County, Oklahoma. During the next six months, a FEMA compliance specialist will work with the community to update each floodplain ordinance and adopt these new flood maps. Residents are encouraged to examine the maps to determine if they are in a low-to-moderate or high-risk flood zone. The current and future Flood Insurance Rate Map can be viewed on FEMA’s Flood Map Changes Viewer at https://msc.fema.gov/fmcv. By understanding flood risks, individuals can decide...

SANTA FE, New Mexico – The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office is hosting an additional job fair to fill available job openings. Job seekers can visit the third job fair on Jan. 10, in Mora to speak directly with recruiters to learn about the positions. Job fairs were previously held in Santa Fe and Las Vegas. Tuesday, Jan. 10 – Mora Job Fair New County Courthouse Complex 10 County Road Mora, NM 87732 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. These positions are full-time, in-person and will support individuals, businesses and organizations impacted...

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SANTA FE, New Mexico – The public comment period remains open online until Jan. 13, 2023, if you would like to provide feedback on the process to implement the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Assistance Act. The Act provides compensation for those impacted by the fire. Compensation may cover eligible losses, including personal injury, loss of property, business loss or financial loss. FEMA’s Interim Final Rule guides the claims process and describes necessary documentation, evaluation criteria and compensation available for those impacted by the fire and subsequent flooding. The rule also provides...

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DENTON, Texas – Extremely cold weather is gripping much of the nation, including areas of Region 6 where these temperatures are a rare occurrence. Staying warm and dry is important when temperatures may dip into single digits and wind chills into subzero levels. During these cold weather conditions, you can do several things to help yourself and others stay safe. Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Never use a generator inside a home, basement, shed or garage, even if doors and windows are open. Keep generators outside and far away from windows, doors...