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image Incident Period: July 31, 2020 - August 4, 2020Declaration Date: October 14, 2020 Financial Assistance If and when financial assistance is approved for this disaster, it will be displayed here. Information is updated every hour. News and Information No articles have been tagged with this disaster. Original linkOriginal author: Anonymous
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Photos of Whole-of-Government Hurricane Delta Response

WASHINGTON -- FEMA continues leaning forward with our federal, state, local and tribal partners to support a state managed, locally executed response to impacts from Hurricane Delta and is supporting Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards and affected community leaders on necessary damage assessments and remains ready to support any additional requests for federal assistance. FEMA Administrator Pete Gaynor visited Louisiana over the weekend to meet with Gov. Edwards, state and local leaders to review the latest Hurricane Delta recovery updates and discuss FEMA’s continued support for Louisiana. Three Urban Search and...
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Drive-thru Disaster Recovery Centers Re-Opening in Beauregard and Cameron Parishes

BATON ROUGE, La. – Drive-thru Disaster Recovery Centers will re-open in Beauregard and Cameron parishes Oct. 13. The drive-thru centers are staffed with FEMA personnel who are available to scan documents, assist with registration and answer questions about disaster assistance programs. Each center operates under strict COVID-19 protocols to ensure visitors are safe. Masks or face coverings are required for entry and service. Visitors remain in their cars. A specialist wearing a face mask will receive documents through the window and return them. No appointments are necessary. Hours of operation are...
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Photos of Whole-of-Government Hurricane Delta Response

WASHINGTON -- FEMA is leaning forward with our federal, state, local and tribal partners to support a state managed, locally executed response to impacts from Hurricane Delta and is supporting Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards and affected community leaders on necessary damage assessments. Three Urban Search and Rescue Teams and an Incident Support Team are conducting operations in Louisiana, and Mobile Emergency Operations Vehicles are standing by to provide emergency communication capabilities for federal resources, if needed. As of yesterday, 470 FEMA responders are deployed in support of Hurricane Delta, including...
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Photos of Whole-of-Government Hurricane Delta Response

WASHINGTON -- FEMA is leaning forward with our federal, state, local and tribal partners to support a state managed, locally executed response to impacts from Hurricane Delta and is supporting Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards and affected community leaders on necessary damage assessments. Three Urban Search and Rescue Teams and an Incident Support Team are conducting operations in Louisiana, and Mobile Emergency Operations Vehicles are standing by to provide emergency communication capabilities for federal resources, if needed. As of today, 470 FEMA responders are deployed in support of Hurricane Delta, including...
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FEMA Hurricane Delta Response Update

WASHINGTON -- FEMA is leaning forward with our federal, state, local and tribal partners to support a state managed, locally executed response to impacts from Hurricane Delta and is supporting Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards and affected community leaders on necessary damage assessments. Three Urban Search and Rescue Teams and an Incident Support Team are conducting operations in Louisiana, and Mobile Emergency Operations Vehicles are standing by to provide emergency communication capabilities for federal resources, if needed. President Trump approved Emergency Declarations for Louisiana and Mississippi, earlier this week, authorizing FEMA...
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ICYMI: FEMA Administrator Updates on Hurricane Delta Response

WASHINGTON -- FEMA Administrator Pete Gaynor joined FOX News and The Weather Channel this afternoon to provide updates on Hurricane Delta, which made landfall as a Category 2 hurricane on the Gulf Coast. The administrator gave the Weather Channel an update on federal response efforts and reminded Gulf Coast residents to stay safe. “On the ground ... [we have] about 1,500 FEMA employees that had been down there for … [Hurricane] Laura six weeks ago and [Hurricane] Sally in the panhandle. So lots of federal employees down there, lots of our...
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FEMA Hurricane Delta Response Update

WASHINGTON -- FEMA is leaning forward with our federal, state, local and tribal partners to mobilize teams and supplies to support a state managed, locally executed response to impacts from Hurricane Delta. President Trump approved Emergency Declarations for Louisiana and Mississippi, earlier this week, authorizing FEMA to provide emergency protective measures, including direct federal assistance for designated parishes and counties. Alabama’s request for an Emergency Declaration is under review. Commodities FEMA has a total of 278 generators available for areas in need and  has provided 52 generators to the Army Corps...
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Revised Preliminary Flood Maps for Nueces County, Texas are Ready for Public View

DENTON, Texas –– New revised Flood Insurance Rate Maps (Firms) are now available for review by residents and business owners in the cities of Bishop and Corpus Christi. Maps of unincorporated areas of Nueces County are also are also available. Renters and property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. For this Physical Map Revision, the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) serve multiple purposes, including defining Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs) and setting rates for flood insurance. SFHAs...
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Jack County, TX Flood Maps Become Final

U.S. flagJack County, TX Flood Maps Become Final | FEMA.gov Skip to main content An official website of the United States government Here’s how you know Here’s how you know Languages The .gov means it’s official. Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site. The site is secure. The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely. Toggle Menu Disasters & Assistance Grants Floods & Maps...
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Archer County, Texas Flood Maps Become Final

U.S. flagArcher County, Texas Flood Maps Become Final | FEMA.gov Skip to main content An official website of the United States government Here’s how you know Here’s how you know Languages The .gov means it’s official. Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site. The site is secure. The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely. Toggle Menu Disasters & Assistance Grants Floods & Maps...
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Preliminary Flood Maps for Woodruff County Arkansas are 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 unincorporated areas of Woodruff County, AR.  Officials encourage property owners to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements.  This is Woodruff County’s first complete set of digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). FIRMs serve multiple purposes, including defining Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs) and setting rates for flood insurance. SFHAs are areas at high risk for flooding. Communities and residents...
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Preliminary Flood Maps for Portions of Jackson County Arkansas are ready for Public View

DENTON, Texas –– Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Cities of Campbell Station, Diaz, Newport, Tupelo; Towns of Jacksonport, Weldon; and unincorporated areas of Jackson County, AR.  Officials encourage property owners to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. For this Physical Map Revision, the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) for Jackson County serve multiple purposes, including defining Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs) and setting rates for flood insurance. SFHAs are areas...
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Seminole County, Oklahoma Flood Maps Become Final

U.S. flagSeminole County, Oklahoma Flood Maps Become Final | FEMA.gov Skip to main content An official website of the United States government Here’s how you know Here’s how you know Languages The .gov means it’s official. Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site. The site is secure. The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely. Toggle Menu Disasters & Assistance Grants Floods & Maps...
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Keep Your Family, Pets Safe When Using Generators After a Hurricane

BATON ROUGE, La. – As Louisiana recovers from Hurricane Laura and prepares for Hurricane Delta, FEMA urges everyone who experiences a power outage to be safe when using portable generators. Do not use a generator inside your home, garage, basement, crawlspace or any partially enclosed area. Keep them outside of your living spaces and away from doors, windows and vents that could allow carbon monoxide to come inside. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that could kill you, your family and your pets. Be sure to check on your family...
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Photos of Whole-of-Government Hurricane Delta Preparations

WASHINGTON – FEMA is leaning forward with our federal, state, local and tribal partners to mobilize teams and supplies to support a state managed, locally executed response to impacts from Hurricane Delta. President Trump approved Emergency Declarations for Louisiana and Mississippi and a request from Alabama is under review. The declarations authorize FEMA to provide emergency protective measures to the designated counties and parishes. As of today, 451 FEMA responders have been deployed in support of Hurricane Delta, including Incident Management Assistance Teams. Mobile Emergency Operations Vehicles are standing by to...
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FEMA Update on Hurricane Delta Preparations

WASHINGTON -- FEMA is leaning forward with our federal, state, local and tribal partners to mobilize teams and supplies to support a locally executed, state managed response to impacts from Hurricane Delta. President Trump approved Emergency Declarations for Louisiana and Mississippi, and a request from Alabama is under review. The declarations authorize FEMA to provide emergency protective measures to the designated counties and parishes. Commodities FEMA has pre-staged over 5 million meals, more than 4.5 million liters of bottled water and over 270 generators near the expected areas of Hurricane Delta...
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8,000 Louisiana Flood Insurance Policies Expired, But Able to Renew and Be Covered for Claims. Call Your Agent.

BATON ROUGE, La. – Over 8,000 Louisianans with recently expired National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policies may still be able to renew in full and then file a claim for losses due to Hurricane Delta or the next flood. Call your insurance agent or company, or the NFIP Call Center at 1-800-427-4661 to determine if your policy is still within a renewal grace period. NFIP policies typically have a 30-day grace period. In order to be covered for a claim after your policy expires, your renewal premium must be paid, and...
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image Incident Period: October 7, 2020 and continuing. Declaration Date: October 8, 2020 Financial Assistance If and when financial assistance is approved for this disaster, it will be displayed here. Information is updated every hour. News and Information No articles have been tagged with this disaster. Original linkOriginal author: Anonymous
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FEMA Prepares for Hurricane Delta

WASHINGTON -- FEMA is leaning forward with our federal, state, local and tribal partners to mobilize teams and supplies to support a state managed, locally executed response to impacts from Hurricane Delta. President Donald J. Trump approved the emergency declaration for all 64 parishes in Louisiana. The declaration authorizes FEMA to provide emergency protective measures, including direct federal assistance for 41 parishes under the Public Assistance Program. Additionally, FEMA is authorized to provide emergency protective measures limited to direct federal assistance to 23 parishes under the Public Assistance Program. Additional emergency...
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