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  • 2021-03298 — North Dakota; Amendment No. 2 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10127
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has updated its previous disaster declaration for North Dakota that was initially made on April 1, 2020. This update, effective January 20, 2021, assigns Nancy J. Dragani as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Lee K. dePalo. Several Federal Domestic Assistance programs are associated with this disaster declaration, providing support such as community disaster loans and housing assistance for individuals. The notice was issued by Robert J. Fenton, the Senior Official performing duties for FEMA's Administrator.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA, the part of the government that helps when there are big problems like floods, said they are giving more help to North Dakota because of a disaster that happened in 2020. They also picked a new person, named Nancy, to be in charge of organizing the help.

  • 2025-01026 — Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 4756
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting comments on proposed changes to flood hazard maps and related studies that affect various communities. These changes may impact base flood elevations, depth, special flood hazard areas, and floodways. The updated maps and studies are essential for communities to manage floodplains and maintain eligibility for the National Flood Insurance Program. Residents and interested parties can access the preliminary reports online and submit comments or appeals by April 16, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is asking people to share their thoughts on new maps showing places that might flood, which can help keep towns safe and make sure they can get flood insurance.

  • 2021-03324 — Utah; Amendment No. 2 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10119
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated a major disaster declaration notice for Utah, originally issued on April 4, 2020. This change, which took effect on January 20, 2021, involves appointing Nancy J. Dragani as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Lee K. dePalo. The update also lists various federal assistance programs available for disaster relief, such as community disaster loans and disaster housing assistance. This action was reported by Robert J. Fenton, the Senior Official at FEMA.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA changed the person in charge of helping Utah after a big problem and said how they can get help, but they didn't say why things changed or exactly how the help will be given.

  • 2024-28661 — Georgia; Amendment No. 7 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97046
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has updated a major disaster declaration for Georgia, initially declared on September 30, 2024. The changes include adding Taliaferro County for Individual Assistance and giving Ben Hill and Irwin Counties additional support for permanent work. Taliaferro and Turner Counties are also now eligible for Public Assistance with direct Federal aid. Various federal assistance programs are available for these counties, including disaster grants and housing assistance.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is giving more help to some places in Georgia after a big disaster. They are making sure people can get the money or help they need to fix things and stay safe, but they don't say exactly how much money or how it will be used.

  • 2025-05122 — Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations; Correction
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13770
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) posted a correction notice about a previous publication from February 24, 2025, regarding flood hazard determinations for Berrien County, Michigan. The initial publication had an error in its table by not including the Village of Stevensville as one of the affected communities. FEMA has now published the corrected table that includes all the necessary and accurate information. People can view the updated flood maps and related documents online or send comments to FEMA by June 24, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA made a mistake in a table about areas that might flood in Berrien County, Michigan, and forgot to include a place called the Village of Stevensville. Now they corrected it, and people can look at the new information online or tell FEMA what they think before June 24, 2025.

  • 2024-28589 — Tennessee; Amendment No. 2 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97055
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has updated a disaster declaration for Tennessee originally issued in September 2023. On October 7, 2024, Darryl L. Dragoo was appointed as the new Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster, replacing Leda M. Khoury. This change impacts the management of various assistance programs, such as disaster housing, crisis counseling, and unemployment assistance, which are identified by specific federal assistance catalog numbers. The update was filed on December 5, 2024, and is documented under FEMA's internal procedure.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA, which helps people in emergencies, changed the leader for helping with a big disaster in Tennessee. Now Darryl L. Dragoo is in charge instead of Leda M. Khoury, but the reason for this change isn't explained.

  • 2025-04891 — Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13384
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Department of Homeland Security has issued a notice requesting comments on proposed flood hazard determinations. These determinations could change flood insurance rate maps by altering base flood elevations, flood depths, and floodplain boundaries. Communities must review these changes, as they are crucial for maintaining their eligibility in the National Flood Insurance Program. Community members have until June 20, 2025, to submit their feedback or appeal any changes, and an independent panel can be used to resolve disputes if necessary.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA wants people to look at maps that show where flooding might happen and say if they think these maps are right or wrong. People have until June 20, 2025, to tell FEMA what they think, so the maps can help everyone stay safe from floods.

  • 2024-28641 — Georgia; Amendment No. 1 to Notice of an Emergency Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97034
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, released a notice amending a previous emergency declaration for Georgia (FEMA-3616-EM) initially issued on September 26, 2024. This amendment announced that the emergency incident period ended on October 30, 2024. Additionally, it specified several programs under the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) for funding and reporting purposes related to the emergency. These programs include Community Disaster Loans, Disaster Legal Services, and Disaster Housing Assistance, among others.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA, which helps people during big disasters, is updating their plan for helping Georgia after an emergency. They decided the emergency stopped at the end of October, and they're using special programs to give and track the money needed for repairs and support.

  • 2024-28590 — Tennessee; Amendment No. 2 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97054
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made changes to a disaster declaration for Tennessee that was initially issued on September 27, 2023. On October 7, 2024, Darryl L. Dragoo was appointed as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Leda M. Khoury. This update affects the management of various federal assistance programs for the disaster area, such as community disaster loans, crisis counseling, and unemployment assistance. The document lists the specific programs available for aid, identified by their federal assistance numbers.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA changed who is in charge of a big help plan for Tennessee after a disaster, and now Darryl is the boss instead of Leda, but we don’t know what kind of disaster it was or what exactly they changed in the help plan.

  • 2024-28602 — Louisiana; Amendment No. 4 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97051
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated a previous major disaster declaration for Louisiana, originally made on September 16, 2024. This amendment, issued on November 7, 2024, adds St. James and St. John the Baptist Parishes as areas impacted by the disaster, eligible for various forms of assistance. These include support for public and permanent work projects and individual help such as disaster loans and housing assistance. The update is part of ongoing efforts to support communities affected by the disaster with the necessary federal resources.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is helping two places in Louisiana, called St. James and St. John the Baptist, to fix things after a big disaster, like giving money for house repairs and community projects. It's like giving a helping hand to rebuild after a storm.

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