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)
FEMA Continues Outreach on Rebuilding Safer and Stronger
NEW YORK, NY - December 18, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- New Yorkers beginning the rebuilding process will have more opportunities to receive technical information on improvements to protect their homes from future storms.
More Free Advice On Building Stronger, Safer, Smarter
TRENTON, N.J. - December 18, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- For knowledgeable and reliable advice on how to repair or rebuild your home safer and stronger, look no further than your local home improvement store.
Learn Rebuilding Techniques at Stores in East Haven, Fairfield and Orange
WINDSOR, CT - December 14, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Outreach teams from FEMA will be at The Home Depot stores in East Haven, Fairfield and Orange this weekend to explain techniques that may reduce potential damage to homes, businesses and property fr...
FEMA to Provide Rebuilding Workshops at Local Home Improvement Stores
NEW YORK, NY - December 10, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- New York residents beginning the rebuilding process will have another opportunity to get expert advice from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Beginning on Tuesday, December 11, FEMA m...
Take Precautions in Your Home After Hurricane Sandy
NEW YORK, NY - December 6, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- As New Yorkers remain in their homes or begin to consider returning home following Hurricane Sandy, the State of New York and the Federal Emergency Management Agency urge them to be careful, remain ...
Rebuilding Stronger, Safer, Smarter
TRENTON, N.J. - December 5, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Before you hang any drywall or put your utilities back in the basement, make sure you’re practicing safe and smart rebuilding methods and following local building codes. It’s your house and you...
Recovery Milestone Date Coming Soon for Louisiana Hurricane Survivors
BATON ROUGE, LA - November 27, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Nov. 29 marks a milestone for Louisiana’s Hurricane Isaac recovery: it’s the registration deadline for homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained storm damage, and the closing dat...
FEMA Housing Portal Provides Resource to Help Survivors Find Rentals
LINCROFT, N.J. - November 19, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Families and individuals in New Jersey who are registered for federal disaster assistance and need a place to live can search through hundreds of rental listings on the FEMA Housing Portal.
What to Expect From a FEMA Inspector
LINCROFT, N.J. - November 19, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- The arrival of a housing inspector is a vital step in determining both the amount and types of housing assistance FEMA may provide.
FEMA Advisers Offering Home Repair Tips in Three Parishes
BATON ROUGE, LA - November 14, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Property owners who are rebuilding after Hurricane Isaac can receive a free consultation with Hazard Mitigation advisers from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) at home improvement c...
BE PREPARED FOR THE FEMA HOME INSPECTION
NEW YORK CITY - November 8, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Residents awaiting inspectors sent by the Federal Emergency Management Agency can begin their cleanup process and remove trash prior to the arrival of FEMA inspectors. If you do not have insurance...
FEMA Announces Temporary Housing Rental Assistance Increase in New York and New Jersey
WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 8, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- As part of ongoing efforts to ensure families and individuals impacted by Hurricane Sandy get the support they need, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today that the agenc...
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Slidell Friday
BATON ROUGE, LA - October 26, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- A State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Center opens Friday in St. Tammany Parish to assist homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained uninsured or underinsured damage to their home or personal...
Disaster Recovery Center Opens Today in Metairie
BATON ROUGE, LA - October 24, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- A State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Center opened today in Jefferson Parish to assist homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained uninsured or underinsured damage to their home or personal p...
Cleveland and Creek County Residents Receive More Than $11.5 Million in Disaster Assistance
OKLAHOMA CITY - October 23, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- More than $11.5 million in state and federal disaster assistance has been approved for homeowners, renters and businesses impacted by the Aug. 3-14 wildfires in Cleveland and Creek counties accordi...
Disaster Recovery Center Opens for Four Days in West Baton Rouge Parish
BATON ROUGE, LA - October 15, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- A State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be open Monday through Thursday in West Baton Rouge Parish to assist homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained uninsured or underinsured da...
SBA Disaster Loan Application is Win-Win Situation—Apply Before Win-Window Closes
Clinton, MS - October 2, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Disaster recovery officials are concerned that many homeowners and renters with Hurricane Isaac losses could miss out on valuable grants and low-interest loans by not returning completed applications ...
FEMA Mitigation Advisers to Offer Rebuilding Tips in Terrebonne Parish
BATON ROUGE, LA - October 1, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Survivors from Terrebonne Parish who are rebuilding after Hurricane Isaac can receive a free consultation with hazard mitigation advisers from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The f...
Another Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Iberville Parish
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 28, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- A second State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Center opened Friday in Iberville Parish to assist homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained uninsured or underinsured damage to their home or ...
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in West Feliciana Parish
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 27, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- A State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Center is open through Friday in West Feliciana Parish to assist homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained uninsured or underinsured damage to their h...
FEMA Advisers Offer Home Repair Tips at Local Stores
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 19, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Teams of hazard mitigation specialists with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are available at home improvement centers in several parishes to offer free consultations to survivors...
Disaster Recovery Centers Open in St Mary and Iberville Parishes
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 18, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers have opened in St. Mary and Iberville parishes to assist homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained damage to their home or personal property as ...
Renters May Be Eligible For Disaster Assistance
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 17, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Louisiana renters who lost their homes or personal property as a result of Hurricane Isaac may be eligible for disaster-related assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) an...
Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Orleans and Plaquemines Parishes
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 17, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Five State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers have opened in Orleans and Plaquemines parishes to assist homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained damage to their home or personal proper...
FEMA Inspectors Are Assessing Mississippi Homes for Damages
CLINTON, MA - September 12, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Federal Emergency Management Agency inspectors are currently visiting the primary residences of disaster applicants in Mississippi to assess damages related to Hurricane Isaac.
THREE DISASTER RECOVERY CENTERS OPEN TODAY
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 12, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Three additional State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) opened Tuesday inWashington and St. James parishes to assist homeowners, renters and business owners who sustained damage to their ho...
HURRICANE SURVIVORS HAVE CHOICES WITH RECOVERY GRANTS
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 12, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- “What can I purchase with disaster assistance money?” That question is being asked by many Louisiana Hurricane Isaac survivors who have received grants from the Federal Emergency Management...
FEMA MITIGATION ADVISERS TO OFFER REBUILDING TIPS IN ST. JOHN PARISH
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 11, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Survivors from St. John Parish who are rebuilding after Hurricane Isaac can receive a free consultation with hazard mitigation advisers from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The ...
It’s OK To Clean Up Flooded Homes And Businesses
BATON ROUGE, LA - September 7, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- As flood waters recede in some areas of Louisiana, homeowners, renters and business owners affected by Hurricane Isaac are reminded that it isn’t necessary to wait for an inspector before clea...
Be Safe: Use Care When Returning To Flooded Areas
ATLANTA - September 6, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Use caution when returning to flood-damaged homes or businesses. Structural damage can make a building unsafe; electricity and gas can pose a threat, and snakes, insects and other animals take up reside...
