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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97026
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, issued a notice updating a major disaster declaration for the State of Florida. This update, dated October 21, 2024, expands the areas in Florida eligible for federal assistance due to a declared major disaster. Several counties, including Bay, Calhoun, Holmes, and Monroe, are now included for emergency protective measures and federal support. Additionally, a list of federal assistance program numbers is provided for reporting and accessing funds.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA says certain places in Florida, like Bay and Monroe, need special help because something bad happened. They are going to give money to help fix it, but they didn't say exactly what went wrong or how everything will be done.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97026
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice about the Presidential declaration of an emergency in Tennessee due to Tropical Storm Helene starting on September 26, 2024. This declaration allows for emergency assistance under the Stafford Act, including protective measures and federal aid, in several counties across Tennessee. Initially, FEMA will cover 75% of eligible costs for assistance, and Darryl L. Dragoo has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this emergency. The declaration authorizes various forms of aid, such as community disaster loans, crisis counseling, and disaster housing assistance.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is helping people in Tennessee because a big storm called Helene caused a lot of trouble, and they are giving money to fix things, but only some of the cost.