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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97031
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated the notice concerning a major disaster declaration for New York, initially issued on August 29, 2024. As part of this update, Catharine O. Fan has been appointed as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Lai Sun Yee. This notice includes various federal assistance numbers for individuals and programs affected by the disaster. The change in personnel occurred on October 22, 2024.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is helping New York with a big problem, and they've picked a new leader, Catharine, to take over from another leader, Lai. They didn't say why they're changing leaders, or how exactly the help will be given, so some people might have questions.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97031
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    In a notice dated September 24, 2024, the President declared a major disaster for the State of Nebraska due to severe weather, including storms and flooding, that occurred from June 20 to July 8, 2024. This declaration allows federal funds to be used to support public assistance and hazard mitigation efforts, covering 75% of eligible costs, in designated areas. FEMA will coordinate the disaster response, with specific counties in Nebraska identified for public assistance and statewide eligibility for hazard mitigation grants. Various federal assistance programs are available under this disaster declaration.

    Simple Explanation

    When bad storms and floods hit Nebraska, the President said, "Let's help!" So now the government can send money to help fix things and keep people safe from floods in the future.