FEMA
On March 1, 2003, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The primary mission of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is to reduce the loss of life and property and protect the Nation from all hazards, including natural disasters, acts of terrorism, and other man-made disasters, by leading and supporting the Nation in a risk-based, comprehensive emergency management system of preparedness, protection, response, recovery, and mitigation
Contact:
1 (800) 621-FEMA (3362)
DISCARDING YOUR SBA LOAN PACKET COULD BE LIKE THROWING AWAY MONEY
AUSTIN, TX - May 14, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- State and federal disaster recovery officials have a key message for homeowners, renters and business owners in West, Texas: Complete your U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loan applicatio...
FEMA offers rebuilding advice at area home improvement stores
NEW YORK, NY - May 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- People whose property was damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Sandy can get rebuilding advice from a Federal Emergency Management Agency hazard mitigation specialist. The specialists are knowledgeable abo...
Mold Hazard After Flooding May Return as Weather Warms
WINDSOR, CT - May 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The floodwaters may have receded months ago, but mold and mildew – dormant during the winter months -- may reappear in water-damaged homes as the weather warms.
Fact Sheet-Frequently Asked Questions
WASHINGTON, D.C. - May 10, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Q: Who should apply for federal disaster assistance?
A: Homeowners, renters and business owners in McLennan County and the City of West who sustained uninsured or underinsured damage to their homes...
FEMA Offers Rebuilding Advice at Area Home Depot and Lowe’s Home Improvement Stores
NEW YORK, NY - May 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- People whose property was damaged or destroyed in Super Storm Sandy and are rebuilding can get advice from a FEMA specialist. Hazard Mitigation specialists who are knowledgeable in cleanup and building s...
New York: By the Numbers
NEW YORK, NY - May 7, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Small Business Administration have approved $7 billion in direct assistance to homeowners, renters, businesses, government agencies and nonprofits tha...
Coco Palms permits revoked
LĪHU‘E - May 1, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Kaua‘i Planning Commission today affirmed the March 28, 2013 order of Hearings Officer Richard Nakamura to revoke permits held by Coco Palms Ventures LLC’s to rebuild the property which was damaged ...
NEW JERSEY RECOVERS FROM SUPERSTORM SANDY: BY THE NUMBERS
TRENTON, N.J. - April 30, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Disaster assistance to New Jersey survivors of Superstorm Sandy by the numbers as of April 29
AT 6 MONTH MILESTONE NEW JERSEY SANDY SURVIVORS RECOVER AND REBUILD
TRENTON, N.J. - April 30, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- In the six months since Superstorm Sandy hit the shores of New Jersey, survivors have been rebuilding their communities with more than $1.1 billion in federal funding.
Deadline Approaching in Louisiana for Hurricane Isaac Flood Insurance Claims
BATON ROUGE, LA - April 17, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Louisiana property owners whose homes or other structures were damaged during Hurricane Isaac-related flooding have only a short time remaining to file claims for their losses. Most policyholders h...
New York: By the Numbers
EW YORK - April 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Disaster assistance to New York survivors of Hurricane Sandy has reached nearly $3.2 billion, including
New Jersey Recovery From Hurricane Sandy: By The Numbers
TRENTON, N.J.- April 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Disaster assistance to New Jersey survivors of Hurricane Sandy by the numbers as of April 8
Tax Tips For Sandy Survivors
WASHINGTON, D.C. - April 9, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- If you have experienced a loss as a result of Hurricane Sandy, here are a few things to keep in mind as you prepare to file your 2012 taxes
FEMA, HUD announce rental assistance program for NY Sandy survivors
NEW YORK, NY - March 29, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- To assist families who are still struggling to locate housing after being displaced by Hurricane Sandy, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Deve...
Local Permits Are Needed Before Rebuilding Begins
PURVIS, Miss. - March 18, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- State and federal recovery officials are urging Mississippians to obtain any necessary building permits before starting new construction or repairs to property damaged by the recent tornadoes and flo...
New York recovery from Hurricane Sandy: By the Numbers
NEW YORK, NY - March 15, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Disaster assistance to New York survivors of Hurricane Sandy:
Reach Out For Help When Disaster-Related Stress Strikes
PURVIS, MS - March 12, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Mississippians facing the loss of their homes, businesses or cherished possessions after the recent tornadoes may be struggling also with the emotional impact of the disaster. It is not uncommon for tho...
FEMA Offers Free Coastal Construction Guides for Home Builders and Do-It-Yourselfers
WINDSOR, CT - March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Connecticut home builders and skilled do-it-yourselfers undertaking repair and rebuilding projects in the wake of Hurricane Sandy can get detailed guidance from free, comprehensive publications offered ...
FEMA Team At Marvin’s With Tips On Smart Building
PURVIS MS- March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- An outreach team from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be at Marvin’s in Hattiesburg this week to explain techniques that may reduce potential damage to homes, businesses and property from hi...
Be Prepared for Severe Weather: Get Flood Insurance and Develop a Disaster Plan
WINDSOR, CT - March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Springtime brings with it the risk of flooding, but flood damage is not covered by homeowner's insurance. Only a policy from the National Flood Insurance Program provides flood insurance, but it takes 3...
SBA Loan Applications Also For Renters, Homeowners
PURVIS, MS - March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Survivors of last month’s tornadoes, storms and flooding should know U.S. Small Business Administration disaster loan applications are not just for businesses; they are also for renters and homeowners....
FEMA Team At Lowe’s In Petal With Tips On Smart Building
PURVIS MS - March 6, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- An outreach team from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be at Lowe’s home improvement store in Petal this week to explain techniques that may reduce potential damage to homes, businesses and ...
Don’t Miss Out on FEMA Help
PURVIS, MS - March 5, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Homeowners, renters and businesses in Forrest, Jefferson Davis, Lamar, Marion and Wayne are eligible for federal disaster assistance. But not everyone affected by the storm’s destruction has registered...
Preliminary Flood Maps in Calhoun, Jackson & Refugio, TX Ready for Public View: Public...
DENTON, TX - March 4, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Homeowners, renters and business owners in the Texas counties of Calhoun, Jackson and Refugio are encouraged to look over newly released preliminary flood maps in order to determine their flood risks and...
$2 billion provided to NY survivors by FEMA, SBA
NEW YORK, NY - March 1, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Small Business Administration have approved more than $2 billion in direct assistance to homeowners, renters and businesses affected by Hurricane Sa...
Talk to FEMA Mitigation Experts at Spring Home Show in Hartford This Weekend
WINDSOR, CT - February 28, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Hazard Mitigation experts from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be on hand at the Spring Home Show this weekend at the XL Center in downtown Hartford.
FEMA Team At Economy Supply With Tips On Smart Building
PURVIS, MS - February 28, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- An outreach team from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be at Economy Supply, Hattiesburg’s hometown supply company, this week to explain techniques to reduce potential damage to homes, ...
FEMA Specialists Provide Free Repair And Rebuilding Advice
TRENTON, N.J. - February 20, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Getting free advice on how to repair or rebuild your home to minimize future disaster damage is as easy as visiting your local home improvement store. Specialists from the Federal Emergency Manage...
Sandy survivors with home accessibility needs should contact FEMA
NEW YORK, NY - February 18, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Survivors with home accessibility needs because of Hurricane Sandy, especially older adults and people with disabilities, are encouraged to stay in touch with the Federal Emergency Management Agenc...
FEMA Specialists Provide Free Repair and Rebuilding Advice
TRENTON, N.J. - February 13, 2013 - (RealEstateRama) -- Getting free advice on how to repair or rebuild your home to minimize future disaster damage is as easy as visiting your local home improvement store. Specialists from the Federal Emergency Manage...
