News Releases

FEMA: News Releases

  • FEMA Approves $1.1 Million for Commonwealth Property Acquisitions

    HARRISBURG, Pa. -- More than $1.1 million in federal funding has been approved for property acquisitions that will permanently remove flood-prone properties from harm’s way. Additional projects will be approved as the application process continues and program requirements met.

  • FEMA Will Give Vermont 90 Percent Funding for Irene Repair Work

    ESSEX JUNCTION, Vt. -- The State of Vermont, municipalities, and some non-profit groups will be getting more federal money to reimburse them for costs incurred during Tropical Storm Irene and the subsequent clean up and repairs.

  • New Flood Maps Show Current Risks in Tom Green County, Texas

    DENTON, Texas -- Tom Green County, Texas homeowners, business and residential renters, and business owners who do not have flood insurance are encouraged to buy coverage now to get the best possible premiums before new flood insurance rate maps go into effect.

  • New Flood Maps Show Current Risks in Caldwell County, Texas

    DENTON, Texas -- Caldwell County, Texas homeowners, business and residential renters, and business owners who do not have flood insurance are encouraged to buy coverage now to get the best possible premiums before new flood insurance rate maps go into effect.

  • In Preparing for Disasters, Don’t Forget Fido

    CHARLESTON, W. Va. -- If you are one of the many West Virginians with a cat, dog, other pet or service animal, now is a good time to start planning for what to do with your furry or feathered friend in the event of a future disaster.