RACES Logger by KB3HIY

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – Carmen López spent eight months working to open a restaurant catering to health-conscious customers in the picturesque mountain Municipality of Orocovis. A week before launch, Hurricane María took aim at Puerto Rico and practically destroyed her dream.

"I am pleased to congratulate Peter Gaynor, of Rhode Island, on his nomination to be Deputy Administrator at the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Peter has a wealth of experience in emergency management, organizational change, planning, and policy. We look forward to working with the Senate on a speedy confirmation."

ORLANDO, Fla. – Last year, millions of Floridians spent many hours in their cars, stuck in traffic as they evacuated in advance of Hurricane Irma. Preparing an evacuation plan now may help you save time and money later this summer if an evacuation is ordered. Don’t wait till a storm is forecast to start getting ready. Take action now.

Know Your Zone:

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – The Federal Emergency Management Agency is required by law to provide public notice of its intent to administer federal assistance and grant opportunities via the Individuals and Households Assistance Program.

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – FEMA is still in Puerto Rico to help hurricane survivors even though the deadline for registering for disaster assistance has passed.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Aurora will open at a new location Friday June 22, 2018.

The DRC remains at the following address through 5 p.m., Thursday, June 21:

Prevent microbial growth by cleaning, drying or discarding contaminated items

AUSTIN, Texas — Before you bring any items into your FEMA/Texas General Land Office (GLO) manufactured housing unit, protect your health by discarding or treating items that are possibly contaminated by microbial growth.

In Florida, less than 50 percent of those living in a high-risk flood areas carry flood insurance; after Hurricane Irma, many others probably wished they did. Neither homeowners nor rental insurance covers damage caused by flooding. Most business insurance policies exclude flood damage. Only flood insurance protects you in a flood event.

It’s only June and we have already seen the first named storm of the season. Don’t wait until a hurricane is approaching, act now to protect your home and family. FEMA has preparedness tips in 13 languages.

Hurricanes are Part of Living in Florida

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – As Hoosiers repair or rebuild their homes damaged by the flooding and severe storms that occurred Feb. 14-March 4, 2018, FEMA and Lowe’s Home Improvement store in Michigan City have teamed up to provide information, tips and literature on making homes stronger and safer.

ANNISTON, Ala. — If you are a survivor of the tornadoes and severe storms that struck Alabama’s Calhoun, Cullman and Etowah counties March 19-20, you have a week to register for federal disaster assistance. The registration deadline is Monday, June 25 at 11:59 p.m.

OAKLAND, Calif. — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the State of Nevada to combat the Upper Colony Fire burning in Lyon County.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Indiana residents and businesses recovering from losses and damage caused by the flooding that occurred Feb. 14 through March 4, 2018 in designated counties have three weeks left to register with FEMA for disaster assistance. The deadline to apply is Thursday, July 5, 2018.

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico –  As the people of Puerto Rico repair and rebuild their homes, FEMA has teamed with Kmart, National Lumber and Hardware and Sears to provide free information and tips on how to make homes stronger and safer.

FEMA advisors are available June 18-23 at the following locations:

AUSTIN, Texas – Join the more than 41,000 Texans who have learned how to prepare their homes for natural disasters from FEMA mitigation specialists at local home improvement stores.

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – The raw beauty of Puerto Rico is striking—the azure sea, the ragged coastline, its lush mountainous interior—beauty that is only eclipsed by the appeal of its Old World architecture.

Individuals can get long-term, one-on-one help by calling 211

AUSTIN, Texas – Recovering from a natural disaster can be trying for many reasons, but difficulty navigating the available resources and support shouldn’t be one of them. That’s why disaster case managers (DCMs) are available to simplify your recovery process. They provide a single contact person who can guide you through the process, advocate on your behalf and help secure resources to address your unmet needs.

ST. CROIX, Virgin Islands –FEMA seeks landlords on St. John to join its direct lease program before the July 1 deadline. FEMA uses direct lease as a way to secure temporary lodging for residents whose homes were destroyed or severely damaged by last year’s hurricanes.

This program authorizes FEMA to pay rent directly to the landlord.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Mentone will close permanently at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 16, 2018. The DRC hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday, June 15, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

The DRC is at the following address:

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Evansville will close permanently at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 16, 2018. The DRC hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday, June 15, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

The DRC is at the following address:

ANNISTON, Ala.  – Time’s growing short for citizens in Calhoun, Cullman and Etowah counties who had damages or losses due to the March 19-20 tornadoes and storms; you have less than two weeks to apply for FEMA disaster assistance.

The deadline to register with FEMA is 11:59 p.m., Monday, June 25.

Honolulu - Residents of Hawai‘i  County  who suffered damage or losses from the recent Kilauea volcanic eruption and earthquakes,  can now register for disaster assistance with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

The amendment to the presidential disaster declaration of May 11, 2018 now makes federal assistance available to eligible individuals, business owners and private non-profit organizations in Hawai‘i County.

AUSTIN, Texas — More than 373,000 Texas individuals or households have received financial assistance from FEMA since Hurricane Harvey, helping them meet essential needs and return to safe, sanitary homes. FEMA, however, cannot compensate survivors for all their losses or attempt to return their homes and property to their pre-disaster state. For that, survivors must rely on insurance and their own resources.

FEMA Manufactured Housing Units (MHUs) are designed to be exceptionally safe and secure temporary housing solutions. But as with all forms of housing, FEMA MHUs are at risk for damage in severe weather. Below are some practices you can follow to protect yourself, your family and your property while living in a FEMA MHU:

• Never take shelter in an MHU during high winds, a tornado, a hurricane or a flood.

• If severe weather is predicted, stay alert to weather warnings and comply with any evacuation orders.