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  • 2021-03299 — Hawaii; Amendment No. 2 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10122
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended a major disaster declaration for Hawaii, originally issued on April 1, 2020. This amendment, effective January 20, 2021, involves appointing Tammy L. Littrell as the Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Robert J. Fenton. FEMA also outlines various assistance programs associated with disaster relief efforts, such as community disaster loans, crisis counseling, and housing assistance.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA changed the person in charge of helping Hawaii after a big disaster, picking Tammy to take over the job from Robert. They're also helping people with things like crises and housing.

  • 2024-28669 — Virginia; Amendment No. 7 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97024
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated a major disaster declaration for Virginia. This amendment was made on October 25, 2024, and adds certain counties and the independent city of Roanoke as affected areas that can receive public assistance due to the disaster declared on October 1, 2024. The notice specifies various types of federal assistance available, including community disaster loans and crisis counseling. Lee County is now eligible for individual assistance while other areas remain eligible for public assistance.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA has updated a list of places in Virginia that can get help after a big disaster. Some places are now eligible for extra help like loans and counseling, but it's not very clear how these places were chosen or how the help will be given out.

  • 2024-28637 — Florida; Amendment No. 9 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97024
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made an amendment to a previous major disaster declaration in Florida because of Hurricane Helene. This amendment allows for 100% federal funding for debris removal and emergency protective measures for 90 days within the first 120 days after the disaster, starting on September 23, 2024. This decision was made due to the severity of the damage caused by the hurricane, and several federal assistance programs are applicable, including community disaster loans and housing assistance.

    Simple Explanation

    After a big storm in Florida, the government decided to help by paying for cleanup and safety measures for three months, so everyone can be safe faster without worrying about the costs.

  • 2024-28668 — Virginia; Amendment No. 6 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97033
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued an amendment to the major disaster declaration for Virginia (FEMA-4831-DR), originally declared on October 1, 2024. The amendment specifies that the disaster's incident period has officially closed as of October 3, 2024. Various programs are available under this declaration to aid in recovery, including community disaster loans, crisis counseling, and disaster legal services. The revision was made public on October 25, 2024, and provides details on how to report and access funds through specific federal assistance programs.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is helping people in Virginia after something bad happened, but now they've finished checking who needs help. They will use money to support the communities and give things like loans, counseling, and legal help, though it's not clear exactly how much each will get.

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