Fact Sheets

In an effort to keep FEMA.gov current, please see the content archive for information prior to January 20, 2025.

If you are self-employed, FEMA may provide funds to repair or replace disaster-damaged tools and equipment required for your work. Funding is also available if you are an employee and lost tools or equipment required for your job but your employer cannot cover the losses.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:

If you applied to FEMA for assistance, a FEMA inspector will contact you to set up a home inspection to review damages from the Kentucky severe storms and tornadoes to determine whether your home is safe, sanitary and habitable. Here is what to expect from the home inspection process.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:

Arkansas renters with losses not covered by insurance can apply for federal disaster assistance after the March and April severe storms, tornadoes and flooding. FEMA Individual Assistance is available to homeowners and renters, including students.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:

As eligible Texas homeowners and renters begin receiving disaster funds from FEMA for rental assistance, home repairs or other categories of assistance, it is important to keep track of your spending. Use the money for the specified reason stated in the FEMA letter.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:

A major presidential disaster declaration was approved after the March 14-21 wildfires and straight-line winds in Oklahoma. It authorizes FEMA to provide assistance to Cleveland, Creek, Lincoln, Logan, Oklahoma, Pawnee and Payne counties. Here are the various types of assistance that will benefit individuals and households.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:

If you applied for assistance from FEMA, you will receive a letter from FEMA in the mail or via email. The letter will explain your application status and how to respond. It is important to read the letter carefully because it will include the amount of any assistance FEMA may provide and information on the appropriate use of disaster assistance funds.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:

Whether you’re rebuilding from the ground up or buying manufactured housing, there are steps you can take to make your home resistant to flooding, winds or other hazards.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:

This fact sheet gives an overview of hazard mitigation planning guidance, tools and resources for state hazard mitigation officers, planners, state agencies and partner organizations.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:

A major presidential disaster declaration was approved after Arkansas was hit by back-to-back severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in March and April. The declaration authorizes FEMA to provide various types of assistance to benefit individuals and households.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:

As eligible Oklahoma homeowners and renters begin receiving disaster funds from FEMA for rental assistance, home repairs or other categories of assistance, it is important to keep track of your spending. Use the money for the specified reason stated in the FEMA letter.

illustration of page of paper Release Date:
Last updated