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COLUMBIA, S.C. –  South Carolina survivors of Hurricane Florence can learn how to salvage storm-damaged household treasures from Smithsonian Institution preservation experts visiting five State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) over the next two weeks.

Among the heirlooms that may be salvageable are photos, artwork, quilts, important documents and other keepsakes. The experts will discuss how to handle, dry and clean these items, maintain personal safety during the salvage process, set priorities and other treatment options.

RALEIGH, N.C. – State/FEMA disaster recovery centers will close on Sundays, starting Oct. 21. The centers will continue to operate during their currently scheduled days and hours.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Hurricane Florence survivors in South Carolina have one month left to register with FEMA. The last day to apply for FEMA assistance is Nov. 20, 2018.

Homeowners, renters and business owners in Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Horry, Marion and Marlboro counties may apply for disaster assistance for uninsured and underinsured disaster-caused damage and losses resulting from Hurricane Florence.

TALLHASSEE, Fla. — Hurricane Michael survivors who applied for disaster assistance will receive a "letter of eligibility" following an initial application review by FEMA. Survivors should carefully read this letter as it explains the status of their application, how to respond, the amount of any assistance that FEMA may provide, and how to appropriately use federal disaster-assistance funds.

Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Donald J. Trump's disaster declaration issued for the state of Wisconsin.
Assistance for Affected Individuals and Families Can Include as Required:

WASHINGTON – The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Wisconsin to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, flooding, and landslides from Aug. 17 to Sept. 14, 2018.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Disaster unemployment assistance is available to survivors who lived or worked in Bay, Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Leon, Liberty, Taylor, Wakulla or Washington counties who lost income as a direct result of Hurricane Michael in Florida.

PHILADELPHIA – Our firefighters, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responders, and State Fire Academies work hard every day to keep our communities safe. They rely on equipment, training, and resources to make sure that when there is an emergency, such as a building fire or medical emergency, they can respond quickly and efficiently.

PHILADELPHIA – Our firefighters, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responders, and State Fire Academies work hard every day to keep our communities safe. They rely on equipment, training, and resources to make sure that when there is an emergency, such as a building fire or medical emergency, they can respond quickly and efficiently.

PHILADELPHIA – Our firefighters, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responders, and State Fire Academies work hard every day to keep our communities safe. They rely on equipment, training, and resources to make sure that when there is an emergency, such as a building fire or medical emergency, they can respond quickly and efficiently.

PHILADELPHIA – Business cards trade hands every day – introducing new partners, serving as a bridge to a stronger relationship between two organizations, and serving as an invaluable reminder that a new and potentially vital contact is just a phone call or email away.

PHILADELPHIA – Flooding can, and does, happen everywhere. The good news - flood insurance is available anywhere. Whether or not you are mapped into the flood zone, insurance is available to protect lives and property.

Hurricane Harvey Recovery Portal highlights information about grants, housing and training

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas communities will find a wide range of support at FEMA’s centralized online resource for governments, nonprofits and Hurricane Harvey survivors working on their long-term recovery.

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – FEMA has awarded nearly $46 million in additional grants to cover Hurricane María-related expenses. These awards bring the total amount of funds obligated under the agency’s Public Assistance program to $3.9 billion.

The grants approved are distributed as follows:

RALEIGH, N.C. – As recovery from Hurricane Florence continues across North Carolina, disaster recovery centers in Beaufort County and Hyde County will close permanently at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct 20. However, help is just phone call or a mouse click away.

The Beaufort County center is located at:

Bobby Andrews Center

Tallahassee, Fla. – Eligible homeowners in 12 counties impacted by Hurricane Michael are eligible for temporary repairs under Operation Blue Roof offered by the state of Florida, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hereby gives notice to the public of its intent to reimburse eligible applicants for eligible costs for damages associated with Hurricane Florence occurring September 7, 2018, with an incident closing date of September 29, 2018. his notice applies to Public Assistance (PA), Individual Assistance (IA), and Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP) programs implemented under the authority of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §§ 5121- 5207.

ATLANTA – If you are a Florida homeowner or renter whose home is damaged, unsafe, or inaccessible because of Hurricane Michael, resources are available to help get you on the road to recovery.

WASHINGTON – One week after Hurricane Michael hit Florida and Georgia, FEMA and other federal agencies are working alongside state and local responders and volunteers from national and local nonprofit organizations to aid survivors.

News and Resources for Survivors        

St. Paul, Minn. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is required by law to provide public notice of its intent to provide federal assistance and grant opportunities through the Public Assistance (PA) or Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP) programs.

Tallahassee, FL – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District, has been tasked by FEMA to assist eligible homeowners with temporary roof repairs. The program, named Operation Blue Roof, provides a temporary covering of blue plastic sheeting to help reduce further damage to property until permanent repairs can be made. The blue plastic sheeting is installed using strips of wood that are secured to the roof with nails or screws.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hereby gives notice to the public of its intent to reimburse eligible applicants for eligible costs for damages associated with Hurricane Florence occurring September 7, 2018 and continuing. This notice applies to Public Assistance (PA), Individual Assistance (IA), and Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP) programs implemented under the authority of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. §§ 5121- 5207.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The State of South Carolina and FEMA are opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Darlington (Darlington County) Wednesday, Oct. 17. Eight additional centers are open in the areas affected by Hurricane Florence.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – FEMA mitigation specialists will visit six home improvement stores in Horry and Marlboro counties over the next two weeks to offer advice on how to repair and rebuild structures to be safer and stronger.

RALEIGH, N.C. – All North Carolina disaster survivors have equal access to information on how to apply for disaster assistance.