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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is announcing updates to flood hazard determinations for certain communities. These changes involve adjustments to Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs), and regulatory floodways on official maps because of new scientific data. These updates will affect flood insurance rates and are reflected in the revised Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports. Community members have 90 days from the notice in local newspapers to request reconsideration of these changes.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended a major disaster declaration for Florida, initially issued on October 11, 2024. This amendment includes Nassau County for additional debris removal and permanent work and adds Duval and St. Johns Counties for permanent work. Several types of federal assistance are available, including disaster grants and housing assistance, to help cope with the impacts of the declared disaster. The changes aim to address the needs identified following the major disaster declaration by the President.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking public comments on proposed flood hazard determinations. These determinations may involve changes to things like flood elevations and hazard area boundaries, which are documented on Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). These maps and studies help communities manage flood risks and stay eligible for the National Flood Insurance Program. FEMA invites the community to review proposed changes and submit any appeals or comments by March 13, 2025, through online resources or specified contact information.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is requesting public comments on the extension of a currently approved information collection related to the State Administrative Plan for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). This plan is a guide detailing how states, territories, or tribal governments will manage the grant funds. The purpose is to ensure these governments have a FEMA-approved plan in place before receiving HMGP funds. The information was previously shared for public comment, and FEMA now invites further input on it before January 10, 2025.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated the major disaster declaration for Nevada, originally issued on April 4, 2020. As of January 20, 2021, Tammy L. Littrell has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster, replacing Robert J. Fenton. This notice includes a list of program numbers for different types of federal assistance that may be available to those affected by the disaster, including community loans, crisis counseling, and disaster housing assistance.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued an amendment to a major disaster declaration for North Carolina. This amendment, dated October 15, 2024, adds several counties to those eligible for disaster assistance after a major event was declared by the President on September 28, 2024. These counties, including Cabarrus, Cherokee, and Forsyth, can now receive Individual Assistance and have access to federal aid for debris removal and emergency measures. Swain County, previously designated for certain types of assistance, now also qualifies for permanent work assistance.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking public comments on a revision of the Emergency Notification System (ENS), as part of its effort to reduce paperwork and make processes more efficient. This system is used to send notifications and urgent messages to DHS employees, contractors, and emergency personnel. It is part of FEMA’s preparedness plans, which ensure operations continue during emergencies. The public has until March 22, 2021, to submit comments, which can be done through the regulations.gov website.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice amending a major disaster declaration in South Carolina, identified as FEMA-4829-DR, which was originally declared on September 29, 2024. The amendment, issued on October 23, 2024, clarifies the end date for the incident period as October 7, 2024. Additionally, the notice lists several specific federal assistance programs related to disaster relief that may be applicable for people affected by the disaster.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council, as part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking public feedback on disaster responses by FEMA. They are inviting individuals and stakeholders to share their experiences through comments, which will help the Council evaluate and suggest improvements for FEMA's operations. The feedback is to be submitted by May 15, 2025, and should not include sensitive or proprietary information, as all responses will be publicly accessible. This request aims to gather diverse perspectives that will inform the Council's recommendations to the President.

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.