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  • 2021-03325 — Delaware; Amendment No. 2 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10128
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice modifying a previous major disaster declaration for Delaware, originally declared in April 2020. This change, effective January 20, 2021, includes appointing Janice P. Barlow as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing MaryAnn Tierney. The notice also lists various assistance programs available under the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance for disaster-affected individuals and communities.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA made a change for Delaware by picking a new person, Janice P. Barlow, to help the state after a big disaster, and they will also offer different kinds of help for people who were affected.

  • 2021-03307 — New Jersey; Amendment No. 1 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10123
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated a previous notice about a major disaster declaration in New Jersey. Originally declared on December 11, 2020, this amendment now includes Sussex County as an area affected by the disaster, making them eligible for public assistance. The document lists several programs that can be utilized for disaster relief, like Community Disaster Loans and Crisis Counseling. This amendment was issued on January 13, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA has added Sussex County in New Jersey to a list of places that got hurt by a disaster. Now, Sussex County can get special help, like loans and counseling, to fix things.

  • 2021-03288 — Iowa; Amendment No. 2 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10113
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency has updated the major disaster declaration for Iowa, initially declared on March 23, 2020. This update, effective January 10, 2021, includes changes in the appointed Federal Coordinating Officer: Kathy Fields replaces Paul Taylor in this role. The notice also lists several assistance programs available under the disaster declaration, providing financial resources for disaster relief efforts.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made changes to a big help plan for people in Iowa who faced a disaster. Now, a new person named Kathy Fields will help lead these efforts instead of Paul Taylor.

  • 2024-28672 — Tennessee; Amendment No. 4 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97017
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended the disaster declaration for Tennessee, initially declared on October 2, 2024. This amendment adds Hancock County and certain permanent work areas in Sevier County to the list of regions eligible for federal assistance due to the major disaster. These areas can now access various forms of aid, including Community Disaster Loans and Crisis Counseling. Deanne Criswell, the Administrator of FEMA, signed off on this notice.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA says that people in certain parts of Tennessee affected by a big disaster can now get extra help. This includes places like Hancock County and some areas in Sevier County, where they can receive things like loans and support to feel better after the disaster.

  • 2024-28633 — Tennessee; Amendment No. 3 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97017
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice amending a previous major disaster declaration for Tennessee. This amendment, effective from October 7, 2024, involves the appointment of Darryl L. Dragoo as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Leda M. Khoury. FEMA also detailed the various federal assistance programs available for disaster relief and recovery. Citizens can contact Dean Webster for further information.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is updating their plan to help people in Tennessee after a big storm. They're bringing in a new person named Darryl to lead the help effort, and people can ask a person named Dean if they have questions.

  • 2020-29296 — Puerto Rico; Amendment No. 3 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 554
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice to change some details in a previous major disaster declaration for Puerto Rico. David Maurstad has been appointed as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Thomas Von Essen. This change was made on December 13, 2020, and involves various federal assistance programs for disaster relief. The notice provides information about the applicable federal assistance catalog numbers for reporting and funds distribution.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA changed the person in charge of helping Puerto Rico recover from a big disaster, and now David Maurstad is the new leader. This change, made in December 2020, will help make sure the right help gets to where it's needed.

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