FEMA has approved $1.7 million in Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding to the city of Louisville to upgrade and replace three existing generators.
News, Media & Events: Colorado
Events
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Jan 29, 2025
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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.
Preparedness Tips
Floods happen in Colorado not only during spring runoff but can occur year-round. Summer thunderstorms producing heavy rain can result in flash floods while normal rain events over areas affected by wildfire can result in conditions prone to flooding and mudflow for several years. A few inches of water in a 1,000-square foot home could cost more than $10,000 in repairs and replacement of personal possessions and homeowner’s insurance doesn’t cover most floods. Remember it does not take a lot of water to cause a lot of damage. Learn more about protecting your home or business with flood insurance.
Wildfires can also occur any time of year and should no longer be thought of as just a problem in the mountains. The devasting Marshall Fire proved both these points in late 2021. Creating defensible space, using ignition resistant construction techniques and taking generally preparedness steps will help keep your family and community safe.
Press Releases and Fact Sheets
Across the nation, more than 19 million people ‘Dropped, Covered and Held On’ during the Great Shakeout earthquake drill last week. This is a great time to remember the threat of earthquakes and take actions to minimize your own risk.
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FEMA authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Quarry Fire burning in Jefferson County, Colorado near the community of Ken Caryl and Littleton.
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PDFs & Multimedia
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Communities Eligible for Suspension Effective on October October 24, 2024
October 24, 2024: Colorado, Florida, and Wisconsin.
Communities Eligible for Suspension Effective on September 26, 2024
September 26, 2024: Arkansas, Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, and Ohio
Communities Eligible for Suspension Effective on September 12, 2024
Communities Eligible for Suspension Effective on April 25, 2024
April 25, 2024: Virginia, Tennessee, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Colorado, Montana, South Dakota
Effective April 11, 2024 - Suspension of Community Eligibility
Alaska, Colorado, Iowa, and Wisconsin
Effective January 11, 2024 - Suspension of Community Eligibility
Reducing Wildfire Risk to Your Home Infographic
For most single-family homes, the exterior envelope of the building including roof, walls, windows, doors, trims, etc. is not typically required to be fire resistant. This means that most
homes are vulnerable to ignition to embers, flames and hot gases from wildfires or other burning fuels nearby. This infographic helps you mitigate your risk.
Suspension Notice November 30, 2023
Colorado; FEMA-4731-DR
Report on Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) information for FEMA-4731-DR; Colorado as a result of severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes during the period of June 8-23, 2023.
2013 Colorado Floods: A Decade of Recovery and Building Resilience