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Although the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance after the winter storms and flooding has passed, we are still available to help applicants.
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The National Weather Service is forecasting an enhanced risk of severe storms with large hail, wind damage and possible tornadoes across the Southern Plains and portions of Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas. Isolated severe storms will be possible today across the Mid-Mississippi Valley into the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes. Ahead of the possibility for severe storms, residents are encouraged to take the threat seriously, listen to local officials and act now to prepare homes and families for potential impacts.
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Although the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance for the January 9-13 severe storms has passed, we are still available to help applicants.
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FEMA is hiring Ohio residents to support the March 14 tornado recovery effort.
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New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Nov. 21, 2024, for Collin County, Texas.
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FEMA is opening two Disaster Recovery Centers Wednesday, May 22 at 1 p.m., in Pottawattamie and Shelby counties in Iowa to provide one-on-one assistance for people affected by the April tornadoes.
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HONOLULU – As Maui wildfire survivors encounter unexpected issues such as return of security deposits, eviction notices, illegal rent increases or appealing a FEMA decision, attorneys will be available to provide free counseling and advice.
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Texans who need help applying for FEMA assistance can meet with Disaster Survivor Assistance crews at the Spring Branch Family Development Center in Houston beginning May 21.
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HONOLULU – COFA citizens who were affected by the Aug. 8 wildfires and high winds on Maui have less than two weeks to apply for FEMA disaster assistance for their related losses.
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After a disaster, recovering from and dealing with loss can be overwhelming.
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