Fact Sheets

When structures inside the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) are damaged, National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) participating communities have a responsibility to assess impacts before repairs can be made, no matter the cause of damage. If the cost to repair is 50% or more of the market value, the structure is considered Substantially Damaged and must be brought into compliance with current local floodplain management standards. Rebuilding to current standards decreases peril to life and property and prevents future disaster suffering.

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You can make it easier to communicate with FEMA by creating an online account. You can upload documents and check the status of your application from anywhere with an Internet connection.

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Summary of federal assistance provided to help Puerto Rico respond to Tropical Storm Isaías.

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FEMA sought public input on the methodology and data used for the National Risk Index, as well as the Community Disaster Resilience Zones designation methodology, through public engagement sessions and a Request for Information published in the Federal Register. In the 60-day public comment period from May 26 - July 25, 2023, FEMA received more than 600 comments through 24 public engagement sessions and submitted comments. FEMA reviewed and considered these comments as it determined a methodology for the initial designations.

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The nation relies on emergency management programs and emergency managers to respond to a wide range of threats and hazards. Emergency management programs and emergency managers play an important role in leading state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) communities in an effective and unified manner before, during, and after a disaster. Emergency management programs and professionals also play an important role in supporting the National Preparedness Goal of a secure and resilient Nation by coordinating with the whole community to build and sustain the capabilities to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk.

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Release Date: Feb. 2, 2024

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In Fiscal Year (FY) 2022, the Department of Homeland Security is providing $3 million to reimburse state and local law enforcement and emergency management agencies for extraordinary law enforcement or other emergency personnel costs associated with protecting the President’s residences in coordination with the United States Secret Service.

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This fact sheet provides an overview of the intent and objectives for the Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk Mitigation Revolving Loan Fund (Safeguarding Tomorrow RLF) program. Additional information and requirements can be found in the program’s Notice of Funding Opportunity.

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This fact sheet provides information about the Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk Mitigation Revolving Loan Fund (Safeguarding Tomorrow RLF) program regarding an entity’s Project Proposal List, allowable uses for funding, and loan recipient requirements. Additional information and requirements can be found in the program’s Notice of Funding Opportunity.

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Recovery Progress – More than $21 Million Provided in Kentucky

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