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Statement From FEMA Administrator Fugate On Preparedness As We Approach Independence Day Weekend
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:43:09 -0400
"As we take this opportunity to observe the July 4th holiday with loved ones and friends, we are reminded of all we have to be thankful for and why it is so critical that we do all we can to protect our families and communities. I encourage all Americans to take a few simple steps to ensure that if and when your community is impacted by an emergency or disaster, you are prepared.
Federal Disaster Assistance To Missourians Tops $1.4 Million
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:52:30 -0400
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- More than $1.4 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for individuals and households in Missouri in the thirteen days since President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the state. The declaration is a result of severe storms, tornadoes and flooding May 8 - 16.
Disaster Recovery Center To Open In Polk County Wednesday
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:31:29 -0400
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- The Federal and State Emergency Management Agencies (FEMA and SEMA) will open a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Bolivar Wednesday, July 8 from 1 to 7 p.m. for people affected by the May 8 - 16 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding.
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Converts To SBA Disaster Loan Center
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:20:52 -0400
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC), opened to help those affected by the severe storms and flooding of May 6-8, will convert to a Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) operated by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Myths And Facts About Floods And Flood Insurance
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:29:35 -0400
FRANKFORT, Ky. -- Ninety percent of all natural disasters in the United States involve some degree of flooding. Even a few inches of water can cause extensive, costly damage. The overall risk of a loss from flooding is generally higher than the risk from fire.
FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate Meets With New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:29:30 -0400
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Craig Fugate met today with New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg to discuss the critical relationship between FEMA, its federal partners, state and local officials and first responders. Earlier in the day he met with John Gibb, the New York State Director of Emergency Management, Lt Col Jerome Hatfield, the Director of the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, and local officials. Administrator Fugate stressed the critical role the preparedness of both emergency responders and more importantly the public will play in the next disaster.

 

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