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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10121
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice about a major disaster declaration for Utah due to straight-line winds on September 7-8, 2020. The declaration allows federal funds to cover 75% of eligible costs for Public Assistance in specific counties and Hazard Mitigation throughout Utah. Kenneth G. Clark has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster. The notice also includes a list of programs and funding numbers available for reporting purposes.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is helping Utah fix things after a big windy storm in 2020 by paying for most of the costs, and a person named Kenneth will help make sure everything goes smoothly.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10117
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a major disaster declaration for the State of Louisiana due to damage caused by Hurricane Zeta from October 26 to October 29, 2020. This declaration authorizes federal funding for various assistance programs, including Individual Assistance, debris removal, and emergency protective measures, in several Louisiana parishes. It also allocates funds for hazard mitigation throughout the state. Federal assistance will cover up to 75% of the eligible costs, adhering to guidelines under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

    Simple Explanation

    When Hurricane Zeta hurt Louisiana, FEMA decided to help by giving money to fix things, clean up, and protect people. They will pay for most of the costs, but there are some questions about how everything will be managed and checked.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 558
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that the President declared a major disaster in Oklahoma due to a severe winter storm that took place from October 26-29, 2020. This disaster declaration allows for federal assistance to be provided to affected areas. The federal assistance will help with public assistance and hazard mitigation in the designated counties. Assistance will cover 75% of eligible costs, and Traci L. Brasher has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster.

    Simple Explanation

    The President decided that a big snow and ice storm in Oklahoma was really bad, so the government is going to help by paying for part of the cleanup. They will cover 75% of the costs to fix things up and keep everyone safe.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 659
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), under the Department of Homeland Security, has released the finalized Version 5.0 of the Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide. This guide is designed to simplify the process of determining eligibility for the Public Assistance Program by consolidating policies and incorporating external FEMA resources. It emphasizes reducing paperwork and supports the rebuilding of disaster-hit communities with cost-effective hazard mitigation measures. Version 5.0 will be applicable to incidents declared on or after January 6, 2025, and is accessible online through FEMA’s site and the regulations.gov website.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA, the group that helps with big emergencies, made a new rule book to make it easier for towns to get help after things like big storms. This new book, starting in 2025, is supposed to make it quicker and cheaper to fix things but doesn't say how it'll stop people from misusing the help.

  • 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.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97055
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that President has declared a major disaster in South Carolina due to Hurricane Helene, which began on September 25, 2024. This declaration allows FEMA to provide federal assistance to affected individuals in various counties for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and hazard mitigation. The assistance is provided under the Stafford Act, and funding for certain programs will cover up to 75% of eligible costs. Brett H. Howard of FEMA is appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for managing this relief effort.

    Simple Explanation

    When a big storm called Hurricane Helene hit South Carolina, the President said, "Let's help!" Now, a team led by a person named Brett H. Howard is giving some money and help to clean up the mess and fix things.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97050
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice about a presidential declaration of a major disaster for Alaska due to flooding that occurred from August 5 to August 6, 2024. This declaration, dated October 16, 2024, enables the provision of federal disaster assistance and hazard mitigation efforts throughout Alaska. It specifies that affected areas, like the City and Borough of Juneau, are eligible for Individual and Public Assistance, while the entire state can receive Hazard Mitigation Grant support. Federal funding will cover 75% of the eligible costs for these programs, in line with FEMA policy guidelines.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is helping Alaska because it got very wet and flooded in August 2024. Now, Alaska can use the money to fix things and be safer next time, with the government's help paying for most of it.