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Delta County’s flood insurance rate map update is nearing completion. The new maps will provide Delta County and Communities with more accurate flood risk information that can help local officials and residents make informed decisions about reducing flood risks and purchasing flood insurance.
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If you or someone you love was impacted by the recent wildfires in LA County, this two-part virtual townhall is for you. FEMA and other federal partners will provide clear, step-by-step information about disaster assistance and answer your questions live.
Virtual presentation offered by FEMA's Continuous Improvement Technical Assistance Program (CITAP) to provide an overview of the program, including its support to the community of practice via downloadable templates and guidance, trainings and advisory services.
FEMA’s Grant Program Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of trainings on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).
FEMA’s Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of 30-minute training webinars on the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA), a part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Buy America Branch (BAB) and offered on various dates from January through April 2025. The trainings will cover a variety of topics related to BABAA, including roles and responsibilities, best practices, covered products, and waivers. The various training descriptions are below:
FEMA’s Grant Program Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of trainings on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).
FEMA’s Grant Program Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of trainings on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).
FEMA’s Grant Program Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of trainings on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).
Join FEMA’s Office of Business, Industry, and Infrastructure Integration (OB3I) for the April Business and Industry Call on April 22, 2025, from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET.
FEMA’s Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of 30-minute training webinars on the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA), a part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Buy America Branch (BAB) and offered on various dates from January through April 2025. The trainings will cover a variety of topics related to BABAA, including roles and responsibilities, best practices, covered products, and waivers. The various training descriptions are below:
FEMA’s Grant Program Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of trainings on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).
FEMA’s Grant Program Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of trainings on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).
FEMA’s Grant Program Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of trainings on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).
FEMA’s Grant Program Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of trainings on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).

Press Releases & Fact Sheets

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FEMA has activated Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) for Floridians displaced by Hurricane Helene or Hurricane Milton in 52 counties and for tribal members of the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians.
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FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Charlotte County to provide one-on-one help to Floridians affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. Survivors of any of the storms can visit any center.
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FEMA provides Displacement Assistance to eligible survivors of Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debby, damage Aug 4-20, 2024, who can’t return to their home following the storms. This is money people can use to stay in a hotel or motel, with family and friends, or any other available housing options. After 14 days of receiving this assistance, Georgians who continue to have a housing need should contact FEMA to request Rental Assistance.
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FEMA provides Displacement Assistance to eligible survivors of Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debby, damage Aug 4-20, 2024, who can’t return to their home following the storms. This is money people can use to stay in a hotel or motel, with family and friends, or any other available housing options. After 14 days of receiving this assistance, Georgians who continue to have a housing need should contact FEMA to request Rental Assistance.
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If your home was damaged but you can live in it safely after Tropical Storm Debby or Hurricane Helene, FEMA may be able to provide up to $300 in one-time financial assistance to help with cleanup. This assistance is for eligible homeowners and renters.
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Letters of Final Determination: July 3, 2024

LFD Date: January 3, 2024
FIRM Effective Date: July 3, 2024
States: Massachusetts, Ohio, Colorado

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Fiscal Year 2023 AFG Notice of Funding Opportunity

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Fiscal Year 2023 AFG Notice of Funding Opportunity Key Changes

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Application for Participation in The National Flood Insurance Program

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NETAP Resource Guide for Earthquake Program Managers

The Value of National Floodplain Insurance Program Management Standards infographic. Structures built to meet or exceed NFIP minimum floodplain management standards incur at a minimum 65 percent less flood damage on average, saving the nation $2.4 billion in avoided flood losses each year and $100 billion over the last 40 years.
The Value of National Floodplain Insurance Program Management Standards - Short

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