FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Wyoming to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires from Aug. 21-31, 2024.
News, Media & Events: Wyoming
Preparedness Tips
Floods happen in Wyoming 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 wilderness. The devasting Marshall Fire in Colorado 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 Elk Fire burning in Sheridan County, Wyoming.
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PDFs & Multimedia
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Wyoming; FEMA-4845-DR
Report on Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) information for FEMA-4845-DR; Wyoming as a result of severe storms, straight-line winds, and resulting wildfires during the period of August 21-31, 2024.
Communities Eligible for Suspension Effective on December 20, 2024
Wyoming; FEMA-4739-DR
Report on Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) information for FEMA-4739-DR; Wyoming as a result of a severe storm and flooding on June 15, 2023.
National — Risk Rating 2.0 — New Methodology vs Old Methodology
Effective June 1, 2022 - Suspension of Community Eligibility
Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Montana, Virginia and Wyoming
Final Programmatic Environmental Assessment including FONSI signed 4/22/2022 for Watershed Resiliency Projects, Wyoming, March 2022
Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment, Watershed Resiliency Projects, Wyoming, March 2022
Public Notice of Availability for Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment, Watershed Resiliency Projects, Wyoming, March 2022
Wyoming — Risk Rating 2.0 — New Methodology vs Old Methodology Narrative
Wyoming — Risk Rating 2.0 — New Methodology vs Old Methodology