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SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As record-breaking wildfires continue to cause severe devastation in California’s Butte, Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, FEMA is assisting state and local governments and first responders as they help survivors impacted by the Camp, Hill and Woolsey wildfires.

While nearly ten thousand firefighters continue to battle three major wildfires in California, state and federal agencies are strategically co-located and working around the clock to coordinate resources, provide assistance to survivors and help local communities begin the long road of recovery.

SAIPAN, MP- On Wednesday, November 21, 2018, at 6:00 p.m., the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on Rota will close, but help will still be available for disaster survivors impacted by Typhoon Mangkhut and Typhoon Yutu.

BOTHELL, Wash. – More than 54 million Americans are projected to journey at least 50 miles from home for Thanksgiving this year to be with loved ones, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). In our mission to ensure that everyone arrives at their destinations safely, we at FEMA Region 10 have travel tips for parents, road trippers, air passengers, international travelers and pet owners.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Disaster recovery centers in Calhoun and Gulf counties are relocating.

The DRC at Sam Atkins Park in Blountstown will move from Sam Atkins park to the Blountstown Public Library, 17731 NE Pear St.

The DRC in Wewahitchka outside of the town hall will move from outside of the town hall to the Wewahitchka Branch Library, 314 N. 2^nd St.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – When you register for disaster assistance, the U.S. Small Business Administration may contact you to offer the opportunity to apply for a low-interest disaster loan to repair or rebuild your damaged home. An SBA disaster loan may be your best recovery step, particularly when repairs are not covered by other sources such as insurance.

ATLANTA – Are you repairing or rebuilding damaged property? Have questions about flood insurance? Want to protect your property from potential loss or damage from future disasters?

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) rebuilding specialists are ready to provide tips and advice on making homes stronger and safer and answer questions about protecting homes from future damage.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Hurricane Florence survivors in South Carolina still have time to apply for federal disaster assistance. But you may need help beyond what FEMA can offer. Assistance may be available to individuals and families from other federal, state and volunteer organizations.

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA

RALEIGH, N.C. – The Scotland County disaster recovery center located in Laurinburg will close permanently at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21.

The Scotland County center is located at:

Scotland County Parks and Recreation

ATLANTA – One month after Hurricane Michael brought heavy damage and severe impacts throughout southwest and central Georgia, survivors and business owners are on the road to recovery. With the help of federal and state agencies and local Emergency Management professionals, they are helping each other get back on their feet and rebuild their communities.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in the City of Dillon in Dillon County will close permanently at 2 p.m., Saturday Nov. 17, 2018.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Ten Florida counties affected by Hurricane Michael are now eligible for federal assistance to help pay for the cost of repairing damaged public infrastructure and responding to the storm.

FEMA announced that state and local government agencies, and certain private nonprofits including houses of worship, in these counties will now be eligible for assistance under FEMA’s Public Assistance grant program, which reimburses applicants for the cost of repairing or replacing damaged or destroyed infrastructure and the cost of responding to a disaster.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC), jointly operated by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), will open in Chico on Friday, November 16.

The DRC offers information concerning resources available to homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained damage as a result of the ongoing Camp Fire wildfire.

The Chico DRC will be located at:

Former Sears Store, Chico Mall

Tallahassee, Fla. – FEMA is hiring people who live in areas affected by Hurricane Michael to join our recovery team as temporary employees. Hiring temporary staff locally allows FEMA to diversify the workforce while affording opportunities for survivors to help other survivors.

Jobs are available in Tallahassee and other areas in Florida recovering from Hurricane Michael. If interested in joining FEMA as a Temporary Local Hire, applicants can view open positions on USAjobs.gov, and search keyword "FEMA" or "local hire" and "Florida" in the location field.

RALEIGH, N.C. – Two months after the federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence, more than $869 million in state and federal funds has been provided directly to North Carolinians to aid in their recovery.

RALEIGH, N.C. – Disaster survivors can get tips and advice on how to rebuild stronger against storm damage at Lowe’s home improvement store in Wilmington from Nov. 19 through Dec. 7, 2018, with the exception of Thanksgiving Day.

RALEIGH, N.C. – Disaster survivors can get tips and advice on how to rebuild stronger against storm damage at Lowe’s home improvement store in Whiteville from Nov. 19 through Dec. 7, 2018, with the exception of Thanksgiving Day.

FEMA flood mitigation specialists can answer questions about making home repairs, preparing disaster plans, assembling supply kits, and the importance of flood insurance.

RALEIGH, N.C. – Disaster survivors can get tips and advice on how to rebuild stronger against storm damage at the Lowe’s home improvement store in Morehead City from Nov. 19 through Dec. 7, 2018, with the exception of Thanksgiving Day.

RALEIGH, N.C. – Disaster survivors can get tips and advice on how to rebuild stronger against storm damage at Lowe’s home improvement store in Fayetteville from Nov. 19 through Dec. 7, 2018, with the exception of Thanksgiving Day.

FEMA flood mitigation specialists can answer questions about making home repairs, preparing disaster plans, assembling supply kits and the importance of flood insurance.

ATLANTA – The Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Laurens (Dublin), Baker (Newton), Mitchell (Camilla), Worth (Sylvester), Grady (Cairo) and Terrell (Dawson) counties will close within a week. But, as a survivor of Hurricane Michael, you can still get the help you need with just a phone call.

If your home is flooded as a result of Hurricane Florence or has flooded repeatedly in the past and you are hoping for a buyout, there is some important information you should know.

SAIPAN, MP- On Friday, November 16, 2018, at 9:00 a.m., the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on Saipan will open in a new location. The DRC will open at the Multi-Purpose Center off Tekken Street in Susupe. The hours of operation at the new location will be from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. All DRCs on Tinian, Saipan, and Rota will be closed on Sundays.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in the City of Bennettsville in Marlboro County will close permanently at 6 p.m., Friday Nov. 16, 2018.

Working with county officials, the South Carolina Emergency Management Division and FEMA closely monitor visits to DRCs. The closure of DRCs marks a major milestone in the disaster recovery process.
Centers close when traffic slows at those locations.

The center is located at:

WASHINGTON – Hoy, FEMA y sus socios publican el Reporte de Preparación Nacional 2018.  Este reporte, publicado por séptimo año consecutivo, resume el progreso nacional que se está llevando a cabo para lograr una nación más segura y resiliente. 

WASHINGTON – FEMA and its partners today released the 2018 National Preparedness Report. This report, in its seventh year, summarizes the nation's progress toward becoming a more secure and resilient nation.