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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Earlington, Ky, December 11, 2005 - Cheryl Catchings (left), a FEMA Community Relations specialist and Kristy Jackson (center), a FEMA Applicant Services specialist, describe the operation of a federal disaster assistance program to LaDonnia Cowan. A number of homes in this community, five miles south of Madisonville in Hopkins County, were hit byan F4 tornado on November 15. This county, along with Marshall County in western Kentucky, received a federal disaster declaration on December first. Win Henderson/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Earlington, Ky, December 11, 2005 - Cher...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Carlisle, KY, March 10, 2008 -- These FEMA Community Relations(CR) Specialists are getting FEMA disaster related printed materials ready for door to door distribution. CR outreach attempts to alert storm and tornado affected residents about available FEMA services. FEMA is here by federal disaster declaration due to recent severe storms and tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Carlisle...

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Severe Storm - Colonie, N. Y. , September 12, 2009 -- Colonie, NY, September 11, 2009 -- NY Federal Coordinating Officer Jaime E. Forero addresses staff in the Joint Field Office, in Colonie, New York, during an All-Hands meeting. A major disaster declaration was signed on Sept. 1, 2009, after torrential storms and flooding inundated New York's Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, and Erie counties in early August. Jacqueline Chandler/FEMA

Severe Storm - Colonie, N. Y. , September 12, 2009 -- Colonie, NY, Sep...

The original database describes this as: Title: Meeting at the Joint Field Office in New York Production Date: 09/12/2009 Caption: Colonie, N. Y. , September 12, 2009 -- Colonie, NY, September 11, 2009 -- ... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- GEMA Area Coordinator Gary Rice and FEMA PDA Lead Yogi Hollowell are conducting a Preliminary Damage Assessment(PDA) walk through to determine extent of storm and flooding damage to this mobile home community along Douglas County Sweetwater Creek. PDA data is included in the state request for federal disaster declaration. George Armstrong, FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- GEMA Ar...

The original database describes this as: Title: PDA's in Douglas County Georgia Production Date: 09/24/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- GEMA Area Coordinator Gary Rice and FEMA PDA Lead Yog... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Hanover, N. Y. , October 15, 2009 -- FEMA Mitigation Surveyors Andy Pleshko and Miguel Flores review a list of Repetitive Loss properties they are surveying in the town of Hanover, NY. A major disaster declaration was signed on Sept. 1, 2009, after torrential storms and flooding inundated western New York in early August. FEMA/Jacqueline Chandler

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Hanover, N. Y. , October 15, 2009 -- FEMA Mi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Surveyors in New York Production Date: 10/15/2009 Caption: Hanover, N. Y. , October 15, 2009 -- FEMA Mitigation Surveyors Andy Pleshko and Miguel Flores review... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - La Canada Flintridge, Calif. , July 30, 2010 --The Dunsmir Sediment site is an LA County designated area where debris, silt and sediment from the winter storms is transferred to disbursement stations which sift sediment for topsoil, and later used for US Army Corps engineering projects as fill materials. Under the major disaster declaration for Public Assistance, FEMA funds the removal of debris with category A work under the PA program. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - La Canad...

The original database describes this as: Title: The Dunsmir Sediment Basin in California Production Date: 07/30/2010 Caption: La Canada Flintridge, Calif. , July 30, 2010 --The Dunsmir Sediment site is an LA... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 -- East Haven, CT, September 3, 2011- Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro greets Tom Nocera, Small Business Administration External Affairs Specialist, left and FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Steve DeBlasio, center, at a Help Fair organized by the city, held at East Haven High School. The state will now be receiving federal assistance due to the President declaring a major disaster declaration due to the impact of Hurricane Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 -- Ea...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Jocelyn Augustino taken on 09/03/2011 in Connecticut Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 -- East Haven, CT... More

Denton, Texas, Jan. 30, 2013 -- Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Sandy Coachman briefs FEMA Region 6 Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT) 2 on the plans to respond to DR-4100 in Arkansas. The state recently received a major disaster declaration in the aftermath of severe winter storms during the period of Dec. 25 to Dec. 26, 2012. Photo by FEMA/Bob Alvey

Denton, Texas, Jan. 30, 2013 -- Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) San...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Earl Armstrong City/State: Denton, TX Keywords: winter storm Disasters: Arkansas Severe Winter Storm (DR-4... More

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- FEMA specialists provide recovery information to disaster survivors on the available programs at this Disaster Recovery Center. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Alaska triggering the release of Federal funds to help people and communities recover from flooding that occurred from May 17 to June 11, 2013. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- FEMA specialists provide recovery inf...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Community Relations ^ Disaster Re... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, June 4, 2010 -- Road damage caused by the severe storms and flooding during May 26-31, 2010. The municipality of Barranquitas is one of the ten municipalities included in the disaster declaration. Photo by Yuisa Rios/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, June 4, 2010 -- R...

The original database describes this as: Title: Storm damage in Puerto Rico Production Date: 06/04/2010 Caption: Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, June 4, 2010 -- Road damage caused by the severe storms and floodin... More

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Marmaduke, Ar., April 8, 2006 -- The powerful winds of a tornado that struck this community on April 2nd left the wall of a classroom in the middle school annex destroyed and ripped the area open to the elements. Seven counties in central and northeast Arkansas have received a federal disaster declaration for damages caused by storms and tornadoes the first three days of April. FEMA/Win Henderson

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Marmaduke, Ar., April 8, 2006...

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Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- Members of a Preliminary Damage Assessment Team verify damage to a home burned by the recent California wildfires. A PDA team verifies damage caused by a disaster. The data will be used in a request from a governor for a disaster declaration. FEMA/Casey Deshong

Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- Members of a Preliminary Damage Assessme...

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Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 6, 2012 -- The community of Henryville was hit brutally hard, with destruction, damage and deaths the result of tornadoes that tore through the center of town March 2. FEMA, state and local officials were there March 6 and 7 to assess the damage, with assessments going to the Governor of Indiana for evaluation and a possible recommendation for a presidential disaster declaration. Michael Raphael/FEMA photo

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 6, 2012 -- The commu...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado Damage in Henryville, Indiana Production Date: 03/06/2012 Caption: Henryville, Ind. , March 6, 2012 -- The community of Henryville was hit brutally har... More

Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- Local officials walk the damaged neighborhoods of Henryville that was struck by two deadly tornadoes on March 2 to talk with residents cleaning up and provide the latest recovery information. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration on March 9, two days after the Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments were completed in six counties. Photo by Gene Romano/FEMA

Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- Local officials walk the...

The original database describes this as: Title: Surveying Damaged in Henryville, Indiana Production Date: 03/08/2012 Caption: Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- Local officials walk the damaged neighborhood... More

Albany Park, Ill., April 29, 2013 --Layers of sand bags lay stagnant along North Branch of the Chicago River in Cook County Illinois. Efforts were made to combat the rising flood waters from the river that flowed above 3 feet into homes, basements and down streets. More than seven inches of rain fell in parts of northeast and central Illinois. FEMA conducted Preliminary Damage Assessments to determine whether a disaster declaration was needed for Illinois. Bryan Adams/ FEMA Corps

Albany Park, Ill., April 29, 2013 --Layers of sand bags lay stagnant a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Bryan Adams City/State: Albany Park, IL Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Debris ^ Misce... More

Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- After a catastrophic flood along the Yukon River, the waters have receded leaving a wake of debris and destruction to the community baseball field. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Alaska triggering disaster funding to those businesses and individuals who qualify for assistance. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- After a catastrophic flood along the ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Debris ^ Mis... More

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- At the local landfill, debris piles seperate the different types of waste associated with the recent flooding damages. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Alaska triggering the release of Federal funds to help people and communities recover from flooding that occurred from May 17 to June 11, 2013. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- At the local landfill, debris piles s...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Debris ^ Miscellaneous ^ Public A... More

Winter Storm - Paducah, Ky. , February 10, 2009 -- U. S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and Kentucky Governor Steven Beshear respond to questions from the media following a tour of winter storm damage in Kentucky. President Barack Obama's major disaster declaration for 93 counties allows local and state governments to receive reimbursements for a large portion of debris cleanup and emergency protective measures associated with the storm. Photo by Dianna Gee/FEMA

Winter Storm - Paducah, Ky. , February 10, 2009 -- U. S. Department of...

The original database describes this as: Title: Secretary Janet Napolitano in Kentucky Production Date: 02/10/2009 Caption: Paducah, Ky. , February 10, 2009 -- U. S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Nashville, Tenn. , August 6, 2010 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Ron Bolger talks with James Dixon III, who is helping his aunt, Doris Waddey, move back into her house, three months after it was flooded during the severe storms in May 2010. FEMA assistance helped Waddey pay for repairs to her longtime home in West Nashville. The disaster declaration covered 49 Tennessee counties. Martin Grube/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Nashville, Tenn. , August 6, 2010 -- FEMA Co...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA representative and resident in Tennessee Production Date: 08/06/2010 Caption: Nashville, Tenn. , August 6, 2010 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Ron... More

Flooding - Warwick, R. I. , April 16, 2010 --J. David Smith, State Coordinating Officer, for FEMA's major disaster declaration for the Rhode Island floods, answering questions at the United Way of Rhode Island (UWRI) and the Rhode Island Broadcasters Association (RIBA) telethon which raised 130,000 for Rhode Island Flood Recovery Fund. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Warwick, R. I. , April 16, 2010 --J. David Smith, State Coo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Telethon for Rhode Island Flood Recovery Fund Production Date: 04/16/2010 Caption: Warwick, R. I. , April 16, 2010 --J. David Smith, State Coordinating Officer... More

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Madisonville, Ky, December 10, 2005 - A home in the city's Country Club subdivision suffered major damages from an F4 tornado that struck on November 15. President Bush issued a federal disaster declaration on December first to address damages and losses for indivduals and business owners in Hopkins and Marshall counties. Win Henderson/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Madisonville, Ky, December 10, 2005 - A ...

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Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- This house, in Greene County, received considerable damage in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. The area was given a disaster declaration by President Obama on September 3 making it eligible for federal help. FEMA Photo/Judith Grafe

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1...

The original database describes this as: Title: Greene County Homes Damaged Production Date: 09/01/2011 Caption: Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- This house, in Greene County, received considerable ... More

Wildfire - Bastrop, Texas, September 10, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Debbie Morales shares registration information with people in Bastrop County, Texas, which received a major disaster declaration for wildfires beginning on Aug. 30. Photo by FEMA/Jacqueline Chandler

Wildfire - Bastrop, Texas, September 10, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relati...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Teams in Bastrop County Production Date: 09/10/2011 Caption: Bastrop, Texas, September 10, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Debb... More

Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- Heavy equipment operators begin to remove the debris left behind in the wake of several tornadoes that struck southern Indiana on March 2. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration on March 9, just two days after the Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments were completed in six counties. Photo by Gene Romano/FEMA

Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- Heavy equipment operator...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris Removal in Henryville, Indiana Production Date: 03/08/2012 Caption: Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- Heavy equipment operators begin to remove the de... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- As result of severe storms and flooding along the Douglas County Sweetwater Creek, FEMA Preliminary Damage Assessment(PDA) Special Assistant Steve Ward(L), Yogi Howell(PDA Lead), and Small Business Administration(SBA) Representative Jonn Ponce are conducting door to door PDA's. This information will be included in the State request for Disaster Declaration. George Armstrong, FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- As resu...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preliminary Damage Assessment(PDA)'s in Douglas County Georgia Production Date: 09/24/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- As result of severe st... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- FEMA Individual Assistance(IA) Team Lead Yogi Hollowell(L) and Small Business Administration(SBA) Specialist John Ponce confer on damage assessment of a flood affected home along the Douglas County Sweetwater Creek. PDA data is included in the state request for federal disaster declaration. George Armstrong, FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- FEMA In...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Assessment in response to Flooding in Douglas County Production Date: 09/24/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- FEMA Individual Assista... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, center, is briefed by Don Boyce, FEMA Regional Administrator for Region 1, left, and Stephen M. De Blasio, Sr. , FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer , right, during a visit to areas impacted by Tropical Storm Irene. Napolitano was joined by members of the Congressional delegation as well as State and Local Elected Officials. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Connecticut, allowing federal funds to help communities recover from Tropical Storm Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Dep...

The original database describes this as: Title: Department of Homeland Security Secretary Napolitano Speaks with FEMA Representatives Production Date: 09/05/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 201... More

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Dutchtown, MO, March 20, 2008 -- Houses remain in flood water in Missouri. Many Missouri counties have received a disaster declaration. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Dutchtown, MO, March 20, 2008 -- Houses r...

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[Wildfires] Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- A home owner discusses the damage her home sustained as a result of the California wildfires with a member of the U.S. Small Business Administration. A Preliminary Damage Assessment team visited residences in California to verify damage caused by the wildfires. A PDA team verifies damage caused by a disaster. The data will be used in a request from a governor for a disaster declaration. FEMA/Casey Deshong

[Wildfires] Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- A home owner discusses the d...

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[Tropical Storm Fay] Orlando, FL, August 26, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator Paulison, Florida Congressman John Mica, and State Director of Emergency Management Craig Fugate confer at today's Leadership Briefing at the State Logistics Response Center. The recent federal Disaster Declaration provides FEMA resources to help in response to tropical storm Fay. George Armstrong/FEMA

[Tropical Storm Fay] Orlando, FL, August 26, 2008 -- FEMA Administrato...

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Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- Mud and water surround a damaged house on Main Street after Hurricane Irene swept through the area. President Obama granted a disaster declaration to the county (Greene) making federal help possible. FEMA Photo/Judith Grafe

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1...

The original database describes this as: Title: Prattsville Homes Damaged Production Date: 09/01/2011 Caption: Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- Mud and water surround a damaged house on Main Street ... More

Des Plaines, Ill., April 30, 2013 --FEMA External Affairs Specialists Kristin Beilman and Cassie Ringsdorff discuss the recent Midwest flooding and FEMA's mission with local Emergency Management officials. Many homes, businesses and roads were damaged and compromised due to severe flash flooding on April 18 and more than 7 inches of rain fell in parts of northeast and central Illinois. FEMA in conjunction with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency conducted Preliminary Damage Assessments to determine whether a disaster declaration was needed for Illinois

Des Plaines, Ill., April 30, 2013 --FEMA External Affairs Specialists ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Bryan Adams City/State: Des Plaines, IL Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Disaster Offic... More

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- In remote areas of the Yukon River, cell phone and internet communication are sparse. The Rapid Communication Ultra High Frequency satellite receiver is a key tool for emergency managers to operate recovery efforts to those affected by recent severe flooding. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Alaska triggering the release of Federal funds to help people and communities recover from flooding that occurred from May 17 to June 11, 2013. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- In remote areas of the Yukon River, c...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Miscellaneou... More

[Tropical Storm Fay] Orlando, FL, August 26, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator Paulison illustrates a point of discussion with (l-r) FEMA FCO Tom Davies, SBA Acting Director Sandy K. Baruah, Congressman John Mica, and state EM Director Craig Fugate during a tour of the state Logistic Response Center. FEMA is here after a federal Disaster Declaration to assist the state respond to tropical storm Fay. George Armstrong/FEMA

[Tropical Storm Fay] Orlando, FL, August 26, 2008 -- FEMA Administrato...

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East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, right, and Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman, right, view areas impacted by Tropical Storm Irene. Napolitano was joined by members of the Congressional delegation as well as State and Local Elected Officials. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Connecticut, allowing federal funds to help communities recover from Tropical Storm Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Department of Homeland Securit...

The original database describes this as: Title: Deparment of Homeland Security Secretary Napolitano Visits Areas Impacted by Tropical Storm Irene Production Date: 09/05/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , Sept... More

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Madisonville, Ky, December 10, 2005 - Matha Koch (left), a FEMA Community Relations specialist, speaks to a local law enforcement officer about federal and state disaster progams during the town's annual Christmas Day parade. Members of this FEMA cadre make contact with local and county officials as part of their mission to inform the public about disaster assistance programs. Hopkins and Marshall counties in western Kentucky received a federal disaster declaration on December first for damages caused by F4 tornadoes on November 15. Win Henderson/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Madisonville, Ky, December 10, 2005 - Ma...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Madisonville, Ky, December 10, 2005 - Matha Koch, a FEMA Region 4 Community relations specialist (left) provides disaster program information to several Hopkins County residents during the town's annual Christmas parade. People in Hopkins and Marshall counties, issued a federal disaster declaration on December first, were contacted at home and at various community functions with disaster program information. The counties were struck by several storm systems that spawned F4 tornadoes on November 15. Win Henderson/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Madisonville, Ky, December 10, 2005 - Ma...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Lincoln, NE, June 13-2008 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Willie G. Nunn (R) discusses the public assistance process with Lincoln television journalist Jason Volentine following the Nebraska governor's press conference announcing the governor's request for a federal disaster declaration. FEMA/Louis Sohn

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Lincoln, NE, June 13-2008 -- ...

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Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- Even the Sheriff's car got damaged in the flood damage caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. The area received a disaster declaration from President Obama on September 3, 2011 making it possible to receive help from FEMA. FEMA Photo/Judith Grafe

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1...

The original database describes this as: Title: Sheriff's Car Damaged Production Date: 09/01/2011 Caption: Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- Even the Sheriff's car got damaged in the flood damage cau... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Elliott County, Ky. , March 16, 2012 -- FEMA's Jim Sadler and Elliot County Emergency Management Representative Jim Skaggs speak to a resident about damage his home received during the recent storms for a preliminary damage assessment (PDA). This assessment will determine if the county should be added to the disaster declaration already active. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Elliott County, Ky. , March 16, 2012 -- FEMA'...

The original database describes this as: Title: More Kentucky Counties receiving Preliminary Damage Assessments Production Date: 03/16/2012 Caption: Elliott County, Ky. , March 16, 2012 -- FEMA's Jim Sadler ... More

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- At the local landfill, debris piles seperate the different types of waste associated with the recent flooding damages to this community. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Alaska triggering the release of Federal funds to help people and communities recover from the flooding that occurred. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- At the local landfill, debris piles s...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Debris ^ Public Assistance ^ Reco... More

Mentmore, N.M., March 14, 2013 -- Seated from left to right, FEMA Region IX Administrator Nancy Ward and Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly sign a precedent setting formal agreement to implement federal disaster assistance directly with the Sovereign Navajo Nation to assist with their recovery from severe freeze that occurred December 15, 2012 to January 21, 2013. This historic event marks the first FEMA-Tribal agreement implemented west of the Mississippi since the amendment of the Stafford Act that provides federally recognized tribal governments to make a request directly to the President for a major disaster declaration without going through a state government. Photo by Kelly Hudson/FEMA

Mentmore, N.M., March 14, 2013 -- Seated from left to right, FEMA Regi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kelly Hudson City/State: Mentmore, NM Categories: Disaster Officials ^ Feature Stories ^ Federal Partners ^... More

Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- Once the scene of an epic flood, the Yukon River has receded into the riparian corridor. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Alaska triggering the release of federal funds to support those affected by the flooding. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- Once the scene of an epic flood, the ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Debris ^ Fea... More

Grand Ridge, FL, May 12, 2014--Home inundated with water from torrential rainfall in Jackson County, Florida.The County was added to the disaster declaration in Florida, making it eligible for Individual Assistance from FEMA. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Grand Ridge, FL, May 12, 2014--Home inundated with water from torrenti...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-12 15:38:38 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher Keywords: 2014 ^ disaster assistance ^ FEMA ^ Flash flooding ^ Florida ^ Pensacola Disasters:... More

Blue 3 was one of the first FEMA Corps teams to arrive to Region X in response to the major disaster declaration issued for Washington's flooding and mudslides. Pictured Above: Blue 3, FEMA Corps Pacific Region campus (Top Left to Right) Kathryn Grable, Jessica Brien, Tyler Cooksey, Morgan Brock, Casey Conlon, Julian Meyers (Bottom Left to Right) Michelle Olivo, Vanadie Carpio, Rose Kim

Blue 3 was one of the first FEMA Corps teams to arrive to Region X in ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-04-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: FEMA News Photo Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Douglasville, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- State, FEMA, SBA, and local officials prepare to depart from the Douglas County EMS/911 Building to perform IA Preliminary Damage Assessments(PDA's) in areas of the county affected by recent severe storms and flooding. Included are GEMA Area Coordinator Gary Rice(Right), FEMA Individual Assistance(IA) Lead Yogi Hollowell(left), and FEMA PIO William Lindsey(white shirt). PDA's provide critical data for inclusion in state requests for federal disaster declaration. George Armstrong, FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Douglasville, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- St...

The original database describes this as: Title: PDA Team assembles in response to flooding in Douglas County Production Date: 09/24/2009 Caption: Douglasville, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- State, FEMA, SBA, a... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, speaks to first responders during a visit to areas impacted by Tropical Storm Irene. Napolitano was joined by members of the Congressional delegation as well as State and Local Elected Officials. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Connecticut, allowing federal funds to help communities recover from Tropical Storm Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Dep...

The original database describes this as: Title: Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano Visits Areas Impacted by Tropical Storm Irene Production Date: 09/05/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn.... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, June 4, 2010 -- Jose Ayala and Franklin Lopez from Public Assistance participated in a preliminary damage assessment (PDA) in the municipality of Barranquitas. This municipality is one of the ten municipalities included in the disaster declaration. Photo by Yuisa Rios/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Barranquitas, Puerto Ri...

The original database describes this as: Title: Storm damage PDA team in Puerto Rico Production Date: 06/04/2010 Caption: Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, June 4, 2010 -- Jose Ayala and Franklin Lopez from Public ... More

Severe Storm - Silver Creek, N. Y. , September 8, 2009 -- Silver Creek, NY, September 9, 2009; FEMA Community Relations Specialist Paul Williams speaks with Silver Creek residents, at the Silver Creek Disaster Recovery Center, about registering for federal/state disaster assistance. A major disaster declaration was signed on Sept. 1, 2009, after torrential storms and flooding inundated New York's Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, and Erie counties in early August. Photo by Jacqueline Chandler/FEMA

Severe Storm - Silver Creek, N. Y. , September 8, 2009 -- Silver Creek...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations specialist in New York Production Date: 09/08/2009 Caption: Silver Creek, N. Y. , September 8, 2009 -- Silver Creek, NY, September 9, ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- At a disaster services staging area in the Pratt City community, FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate greets a member of the Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service as Birmingham Fire Chief I. J. Brooks looks on. Administrator Fugate is here in response to the Alabama Presidential Disaster Declaration based on the deadly April tornadoes. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- At a disast...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate in Alabama Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- At a disaster services staging area in the Pr... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Steve DeBlasio talks to Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro at a Help Fair organized by the city, held at East Haven High School. The state will now be receiving federal assistance due to the President declaring a major disaster declaration due to the impact of Hurricane Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Deputy FCO Steve DeBlasio Explains the Application Process Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federa... More

Flooding ^ Tornado - Charleston, W. Va. , March 7, 2012 -- Governor Tomblin announced during a press conference that he will seek a federal disaster declaration for the disaster survivors affected by the recent tornado outbreak. While the assessment of damages is ongoing, FEMA is working closely with their partners to provide immediate assistance by means of a federal disaster declaration. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Flooding ^ Tornado - Charleston, W. Va. , March 7, 2012 -- Governor T...

The original database describes this as: Title: Governor's Press Conference Production Date: 03/07/2012 Caption: Charleston, W. Va. , March 7, 2012 -- Governor Tomblin announced during a press conference t... More

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Alaska triggering the release of Federal funds to help people and communities recover from severe flooding that occurred from May 17 to June 11. Federal funding in the form of Individual Assistance is available to affected individuals in the Alaska Gateway Regional Educational Attendance Area (REAA) Lower Yukon REAA, Yukon Flats REAA, and the Yukon-Koyukuk REAA. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, June 30, 2013 -- President Obama issued a major disast...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Debris ^ Ind... More

Berlin, Vt., Jan. 8, 2013 -- Governor Peter Shumlin, right, and Federal Coordinating Officer Mark Landry, take part in a news conference and groundbreaking ceremony for the Green Mountain Psychiatric Care Center. The public assistance program allows FEMA, following a presidential disaster declaration, to provide federal grant assistance for the repair, replacement, or restoration of disaster-damaged, publicly-owned facilities and the facilities of certain private non-profit organizations

Berlin, Vt., Jan. 8, 2013 -- Governor Peter Shumlin, right, and Federa...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marquita Hynes Keywords: Public Assistance ^ Vermont ^ Groundbreaking ^ Ceremony ^ event ^ news conference ^... More

Blue 3, a DSA team from the FEMA Corps Pacific Region campus, is working out of the Region 10 office in response to the major disaster declaration issued for Washington's spring 2014 flooding and mudslides

Blue 3, a DSA team from the FEMA Corps Pacific Region campus, is worki...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-03-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: FEMA News Photo Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- Small Business Administration(SBA) Specialist John Ponce and FEMA IA Team Lead Yogi Hollowell are conducting a Preliminary Damage Assessement(PDA) on this flooded residence along the Douglas County Sweetwater Creek (note high water mark on roof). PDA's provide data for inclusion in the state request for federal disaster declaration. George Armstrong, FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- Small B...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Assessment in response to Flooding in Douglas County Production Date: 09/24/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- Small Business Administ... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides] Willow Grove, PA, July 6, 2006 -- This line of trucks are loaded with emergency supplies; food, water, ice, cots, and blankets, and are at Willow Grove's air base. From this parking lot they can deliver disaster supplies to many parts of the state within hours of a disaster declaration. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides] Willow Grove, PA, July 6, 200...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

[Wildfires] Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- Members of the Joint Preliminary Damage Assessment Team calculate the damage to a home destroyed by a wildfire. A PDA team verifies damage caused by a disaster. The data will be used in a request from a governor for a disaster declaration. FEMA/Casey Deshong

[Wildfires] Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- Members of the Joint Prelimi...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Flooding - Cheektowaga, N. Y. , September 22, 2009 -- Individual Assistance Applicant Services Specialist Gigi Perez provides face-to-face assistance to an applicant visiting the Gowanda, NY Disaster Recovery Center. A major disaster declaration was signed on Sept. 1, 2009, after torrential storms and flooding inundated western New York in early August. Jacqueline Chandler/FEMA.

Flooding - Cheektowaga, N. Y. , September 22, 2009 -- Individual Assis...

The original database describes this as: Title: Individual Assistance Applicant Services Speicalist working with a resident in New York Production Date: 09/22/2009 Caption: Cheektowaga, N. Y. , September 22,... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cheektowaga, N. Y. , October 1, 2009 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Jaime E. Forero and New York State Emergency Management Office (SEMO) Public Assistance Chief Christopher Holmes speak to media representatives from YNN News and WKBW Channel 7 during a media tour of the joint field office. A major disaster declaration was signed on Sept. 1, 2009, after torrential storms and flooding inundated western New York in early August. FEMA/Jacqueline Chandler

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cheektowaga, N. Y. , October 1, 2009 -- FEMA...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer at a press event in New York Production Date: 10/01/2009 Caption: Cheektowaga, N. Y. , October 1, 2009 -- FEMA Federal Coordi... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cheektowaga, N. Y. , October 22, 2009 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Jaime E. Forero and Art John, Director - Emergency Response for the Seneca Nation of Indians, discuss plans to conduct a FEMA for Kids event in November 2009. A major disaster declaration, which includes portions of the Seneca Nation, was signed on Sept. 1, 2009, after torrential storms and flooding inundated western New York in early August. FEMA/Dana Cudmore

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cheektowaga, N. Y. , October 22, 2009 -- FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA's FCO, Jaime E. Forero and Art John, Director - Emergency Response for the Seneca Nation of Indians, discuss plans to conduct a FEMA for Kids event in New... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- Power crews work to restore power to those affected in the recent tornado catastrophe. President Obama signed Alabama's major disaster declaration and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in areas struck by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding beginning on April 15, 2011, and continuing. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- Power crews work to re...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Adam Dubrowa taken on 05/01/2011 in Alabama Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- Power crews work to restor... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Windham, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- A view of the Windham ski hill runs from the swollen creek that overflowed into the town of Windham. Many homes and business were damaged in the flooding from Hurricane Irene on 8/28/11. The area received a disaster declaration from President Obama on 9/03/11. FEMA Photo/Judith Grafe

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Windham, N. Y. , September 1, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: Ski Town Suffers Damage from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/01/2011 Caption: Windham, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- A view of the Windham ski hill runs fro... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Stephen M. De Blasio, talks to Mayor April Capone during a Help Fair organized by the city, held at East Haven High School. The state will now be receiving federal assistance due to the President declaring a major disaster declaration due to the impact of Hurricane Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Deputy FCO Steve DeBlasio Explains the Application Process Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federa... More

Mentmore, N.M., March 14, 2013 -- Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly (left) gives opening remarks during a historic signing ceremony with FEMA Region IX Administrator Nancy Ward (right). FEMA and Navajo Nation leaders signed a precedent setting formal agreement to implement federal disaster assistance directly with the Sovereign Navajo Nation to assist with their recovery from severe freeze that occurred December 15, 2012 to January 21, 2013. This is the first FEMA-Tribal agreement implemented west of the Mississippi since the amendment of the Stafford Act that provides federally recognized tribal governments to make a request directly to the President for a major disaster declaration without going through a state government. Photo by Kelly Hudson/FEMA

Mentmore, N.M., March 14, 2013 -- Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly (...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kelly Hudson City/State: Mentmore, NM Disasters: Navajo Nation Severe Freeze (DR-4104) Disaster Types: Sev... More

Window Rock, Ariz., March 14, 2013 -- FEMA Region IX Administrator Nancy Ward (right), Federal Coordinating Officer Mark Neveau (center) take time to engage in a cultural lesson on the grounds of the Navajo Nation Museum inside what is known as a Hogan. Robert Johnson (left), a Traditional Cultural Specialist, explains that the eight-sided Hogan is a shrine where ceremonies such as weddings and rites of passage are conducted. The exchange took place on the same day, FEMA and Navajo Nation leaders signed a precedent setting formal agreement to implement federal disaster assistance directly with the Sovereign Navajo Nation to assist with their recovery from severe freeze that occurred December 15, 2012 to January 21, 2013. This is the first FEMA-Tribal agreement implemented west of the Mississippi since the amendment of the Stafford Act that provides federally recognized tribal governments to make a request directly to the President for a major disaster declaration without going through a state government.Photo by Kelly Hudson/FEMA

Window Rock, Ariz., March 14, 2013 -- FEMA Region IX Administrator Nan...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kelly Hudson City/State: Window Rock, AZ Disasters: Navajo Nation Severe Freeze (DR-4104) Disaster Types: ... More

Grand Ridge, FL, May 13, 2014--Home inundated with water from torrential rainfall in Jackson County, Florida. The County was added to the disaster declaration in Florida, making Individual Assistance from FEMA available for eligible applicants. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Grand Ridge, FL, May 13, 2014--Home inundated with water from torrenti...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-12 15:56:51 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher Keywords: 2014 ^ disaster assistance ^ FEMA ^ Flash flooding ^ Florida ^ Pensacola Disasters:... More

Grand Ridge, FL, May 13, 2014--Boat in foreground is used to access a home inundated with water from torrential rainfalls in Jackson County, Florida. The county was added to the disaster declaration in Florida, making available FEMA's Individual Assistance program for eligible applicants. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Grand Ridge, FL, May 13, 2014--Boat in foreground is used to access a ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-13 14:07:21 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher Keywords: 2014 ^ disaster assistance ^ FEMA ^ Flash flooding ^ Florida ^ Pensacola Disasters:... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Dunkirk, N. Y. , October 7, 2009 --Federal disaster representatives Alberto Pillot, FEMA PIO, Carl Sherrill, SBA PIO, and Deborah Farmer, FEMA NFIP Specialist participate in a radio program at WDOE radio in Dunkirk, NY discussing recovery operations with News Director Dave Rowley. A major disaster declaration was signed on Sept. 1, 2009, after torrential storms and flooding inundated western New York in early August.

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Dunkirk, N. Y. , October 7, 2009 --Federal d...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster representatives at a radio station in New York Production Date: 10/07/2009 Caption: Dunkirk, N. Y. , October 7, 2009 --Federal disaster representative... More

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Earlington, Ky, December 11, 2005 - FEMA representatives Kristy Jackson (standing, left) and Cheryl Catchings (right) attend a Sunday service at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and explain the application process to worshippers. FEMA Community Relations and Applicant Services cadre members attended a njumber of community and church functions to inform those affected by the November 15th tornadoes in Hopkins and Marshall counties about federal and state disaster assistance programs. President Bush isued a federal disaster declaration for vthese two western Kentucky counties on December first. Win Henderson/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Earlington, Ky, December 11, 2005 - FEMA...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

[Severe Winter Storms and Flooding] Canadian, OK, January 21, 2007 -- FEMA damage assessment team member Gary Grabow explains the information gathering process for a possible federal disaster declaration to a resident affected by a January 12 ice storm that left approximately a quarter of a million people without power. Photo by Anita Westervelt/FEMA News Photo.

[Severe Winter Storms and Flooding] Canadian, OK, January 21, 2007 -- ...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

[Wildfires] San Diego, CA, November 14, 2007 -- As part of the City and County of San Diego fire cleanup program, a debris recycle center is operational to accept mixed demolition materials collected from the wildfire victims homes in Southern California. The FEMA Public Assistance program helps reimburse local and State governments for a portion of debris removal following a federal disaster declaration. Andrea Booher/FEMA

[Wildfires] San Diego, CA, November 14, 2007 -- As part of the City a...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

[Wildfires] San Diego, CA, November 14, 2007 -- As part of the City and County of San Diego fire cleanup program, a debris recycle center is operational to accept mixed demolition materials collected from the wildfire victims homes in Southern California. The FEMA Public Assistance program helps reimburse local and State governments for a portion of debris removal following a federal disaster declaration. Andrea Booher/FEMA

[Wildfires] San Diego, CA, November 14, 2007 -- As part of the City a...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

[Wildfires] Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- Members of the Joint Preliminary Damage Assessment team exchange data regarding a home that was destroyed by the California wildfires. A PDA team verifies damage caused by a disaster. The data will be used in a request from a governor for a disaster declaration. FEMA/Casey Deshong

[Wildfires] Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- Members of the Joint Prelimi...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Gowanda, N. Y. , October 14, 2009 -- Ron Simmons, the New York State Emergency Management Office (SEMO) Special Assistant to the State Public Assistance Officer discusses debris in the creeks and rivers near the Gowanda Reservoir with Cattaraugus County Environmental Health Director Eric Wohlers. A major disaster declaration was signed on Sept. 1, 2009, after torrential storms and flooding inundated western New York in early August. FEMA/Jacqueline Chandler

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Gowanda, N. Y. , October 14, 2009 -- Ron Sim...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA meeting outisde about debris removal in New York Production Date: 10/14/2009 Caption: Gowanda, N. Y. , October 14, 2009 -- Ron Simmons, the New York State... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Mudslide/Landslide - Cayey, Puerto Rico, August 28, 2011 -- Justo Hernandez, Federal Coordinating Officer, the Governor of Puerto Rico and the mayor of Cayey municipality held a press conference after visiting affected community in Villas de Monte Sol, Cayey. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico triggering the release of Federal funds to help individuals and communitites to recover from Hurricane Irene. FEMA/Ashley Andújar

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Mudslide/Landslide - Cayey, Puer...

The original database describes this as: Title: Federal, state and local officials during press conference Production Date: 08/28/2011 Caption: Cayey, Puerto Rico, August 28, 2011 -- Justo Hernandez, Federal... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- Prattsville is getting help from the Greene County Emergency Services, the National Guard, and FEMA in the aftermath of flooding after Hurricane Irene swept through the area on August 28. Greene County received a disaster declaration from President Obama on September 3. FEMA Photo/Judith Grafe

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1...

The original database describes this as: Title: Prattsville Gets Help Production Date: 09/01/2011 Caption: Prattsville, N. Y. , September 1, 2011 -- Prattsville is getting help from the Greene County Emergen... More

Mentmore, N.M., March 14, 2013 -- A confident FEMA Region IX Administrator Nancy Ward and Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly (seated from left to right) shake hands heartily after signing a precedent setting formal agreement to implement federal disaster assistance directly with the Sovereign Navajo Nation to assist with their recovery from severe freeze that occurred December 15, 2012 to January 21, 2013. This historic event marks the first FEMA-Tribal agreement implemented west of the Mississippi since the amendment of the Stafford Act that provides federally recognized tribal governments to make a request directly to the President for a major disaster declaration without going through a state government. Photo by Kelly Hudson/FEMA

Mentmore, N.M., March 14, 2013 -- A confident FEMA Region IX Administr...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kelly Hudson City/State: Mentmore, NM Disaster Types: Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm Categories: Disaster Off... More

Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- Destroyed homes and stripped hillside are all that is left after two tornadoes ripped through the Southern Indiana community of Henryville on March 2. Heavy equipment is needed to remove the thousands of cubic yards of debris that were left in the tornadoes' path. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration on March 9, two days after the Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments were completed in six counties. Photo by Gene Romano/FEMA

Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- Destroyed homes and stri...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cleanup begins in Henryville, Indiana Production Date: 03/08/2012 Caption: Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- Destroyed homes and stripped hillside are all th... More

Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- The baseball fields backstop sits in ruin as the flood waters of the Yukon left glacial silt, debris and destruction to the community fields. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Alaska triggering federal funding to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected from the flooding. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- The baseball fields backstop sits in ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Debris ^ Mis... More

Albany Park, Ill., April 29, 2013 --Mathai Thomas, Albany Park resident responds to important questions about the flood damage to his home. FEMA, the Illinois Emergency Management and the Small Business Administration visited homes and homeowners by conducting Preliminary Damage Assessments to determine whether a disaster declaration was needed for Illinois. Bryan Adams/ FEMA Corps

Albany Park, Ill., April 29, 2013 --Mathai Thomas, Albany Park residen...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Bryan Adams City/State: Albany Park, IL Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Federal Partne... More

Jamie Baxter, Emergency Operations Coordinator, Grand

Jamie Baxter, Emergency Operations Coordinator, Grand

Jamie Baxter, Emergency Operations Coordinator, Grand Ronde Police Department, Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde, kicks off the Cascadia Rising training exercise June 9, 2016, in Grand Ronde, Ore. Cascadia... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- Small Business Administration(SBA) Representative John Ponce and FEMA Individual Assistance(IA) Preliminary Damage Assessment(PDA) Lead Yogi Howell compare notes on extent of damage to each storm and flood affected unit of this Douglas County mobile home community. PDA data is included in the state request for federal disaster declaration. George Armstrong, FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- Small B...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preliminary Damage Assessment(PDA) in Douglas County Georgia Production Date: 09/24/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 24, 2009 -- Small Business Administr... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, speaks to local responders while she toured areas impacted by Tropical Storm Irene. Napolitano was joined by members of the Congressional delegation as well as State and Local Elected Officials. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Connecticut, allowing federal funds to help communities recover from Tropical Storm Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Dep...

The original database describes this as: Title: Deparment of Homeland Security Secretary Napolitano Visits Areas Impacted by Tropical Storm Irene Production Date: 09/05/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , Sept... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, June 4, 2010 -- Public Assistance staff works together with staff from the municipality of Barranquitas and state counterparts in a preliminary damage assessment (PDA). Barranquitas was one of the municipalities included in the disaster declaration. Photo by Yuisa Rios/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Barranquitas, Puerto Ri...

The original database describes this as: Title: Storm damage in Puerto Rico Production Date: 06/04/2010 Caption: Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, June 4, 2010 -- Public Assistance staff works together with staff ... More

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Madisonville, Ky, December 11, 2005 - Construction workers toil under a cold December sun to rebuild a roof that sustained major damages from the F4 tornadoes that struck Hopkins and Marshal counties in western Kentucky on November 15. A disaster declaration approving individual assistance for homeowners, renters and business owners with losses from the storms was issued on December first. Win Henderson/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Madisonville, Ky, December 11, 2005 - Co...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - Renton, Wash. , February 23, 2009 -- Deputy State Coordinating Officer Gary Urbas explains FEMA's Public Assistance Program to representatives from King County's local government offices. FEMA helps cover the costs of debris removal and emergency protective measures in the event of a presidential disaster declaration. Savannah Brehmer/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - Renton, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Public Assistance meeting in Washington Production Date: 02/23/2009 Caption: Renton, Wash. , February 23, 2009 -- Deputy State Coordinating Officer Gary Urbas ... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cheektowaga, N. Y. , October 22, 2009 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Jaime E. Forero presents an FCO coin to Art John, Director - Emergency Response for the Seneca Nation of Indians (SNI) to commemorate the strong relationship between the federal government and SNI. A major disaster declaration, which includes portions of the Seneca Nation, was signed on Sept. 1, 2009, after torrential storms and flooding inundated western New York in early August. FEMA/Dana Cudmore

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cheektowaga, N. Y. , October 22, 2009 -- FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA FCO makes an award in New York Production Date: 10/22/2009 Caption: Cheektowaga, N. Y. , October 22, 2009 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Jaime E. Fo... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Steve DeBlasio talks to local residents about the process for applying for federal assistance at a Help Fair organized by the city, held at East Haven High School. The state will now be receiving federal assistance due to the President declaring a major disaster declaration due to the impact of Hurricane Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Deputy FCO Steve DeBlasio Explains the Application Process Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federa... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011- Red Cross Volunteer Sandy Stetson speaks to a local resident at a Help Fair organized by the city, held at East Haven High School. The state will now be receiving federal assistance due to the President declaring a major disaster declaration due to the impact of Hurricane Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011- Red ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Jocelyn Augustino taken on 09/03/2011 in Connecticut Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011- Red Cross Volunt... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Steve DeBlasio talks to local residents about the process for applying for federal assistance at a Help Fair organized by the city, held at East Haven High School. The state will now be receiving federal assistance due to the President declaring a major disaster declaration due to the impact of Hurricane Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Deputy FCO Steve DeBlasio Explains the Application Process Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federa... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Steve DeBlasio talks to local residents about the process for applying for federal assistance at a Help Fair organized by the city, held at East Haven High School. The state will now be receiving federal assistance due to the President declaring a major disaster declaration due to the impact of Hurricane Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Deputy FCO Steve DeBlasio Explains the Application Process Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , September 3, 2011 --FEMA Deputy Federa... More

Wildfire - Bastrop, Texas, September 10, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Althea Fontenot shares registration information with people in Bastrop County, Texas, which received a major disaster declaration for wildfires beginning on Aug. 30. Photo by FEMA/Jacqueline Chandler

Wildfire - Bastrop, Texas, September 10, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relati...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Teams in Bastrop County Production Date: 09/10/2011 Caption: Bastrop, Texas, September 10, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Alth... More

Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- A series of tornadoes struck the area on March 2, killed 13 people and left hundreds homeless. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration on March 9, two days after the Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments were completed in six counties. Photo by Gene Romano/FEMA

Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- A series of tornadoes st...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado Damage in Henryville, Indiana Production Date: 03/08/2012 Caption: Henryville, Ind. , March 8, 2012 -- A series of tornadoes struck the area on March 2... More

Albany Park, Ill., April 29, 2013 --Vilente Grutinez, Albany Park resident responds to important questions about the flood damage to his home. FEMA, the Illinois Emergency Management and the Small Business Administration conducted Preliminary Damage Assessments to determine whether a disaster declaration was needed for Illinois. Many homes, businesses and roads were damaged and compromised due to severe flash flooding on April 18 and more than 7 inches of rain fell in parts of northeast and central Illinois. Bryan Adams/ FEMA Corps

Albany Park, Ill., April 29, 2013 --Vilente Grutinez, Albany Park resi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Bryan Adams City/State: Albany Park, IL Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Federal Partne... More

St. Charles, Mo., June 5, 2013 -- The State of Missouri and FEMA meet with St Charles County Officials to explain the the Preliminary Damage Assessment procedures in the effected areas. St Charles County was hit by a tornado on May 31, 2013 and are asking for a Disaster Declaration. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

St. Charles, Mo., June 5, 2013 -- The State of Missouri and FEMA meet ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: St. Charles, MO Keywords: Damage Debris Missouri Officials PDA Tornado recovery ^... More

Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- The baseball fields flagpole sits in ruin as the flood waters of the Yukon left glacial silt, debris and destruction to the communities park. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Alaska triggering federal funding to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected from the flooding. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- The baseball fields flagpole sits in ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Debris ^ Mis... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, (blue shirt) talks with local residents. Napolitano was joined by members of the Congressional delegation as well as State and Local Elected Officials. US Senator Joe Lieberman, second from left, was part of the Congressional, State, and Local Elected Officials who toured the damaged areas. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Connecticut, allowing federal funds to help communities recover from Tropical Storm Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Dep...

The original database describes this as: Title: Deparment of Homeland Security Secretary Napolitano Visits Areas Impacted by Tropical Storm Irene Production Date: 09/05/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , Sept... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, left, talks with US Senator Joseph Lieberman while touring areas impacted by Tropical Storm Irene. Napolitano was joined by members of the Congressional delegation as well as State and Local Elected Officials. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Connecticut, allowing federal funds to help communities recover from Tropical Storm Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --Dep...

The original database describes this as: Title: Deparment of Homeland Security Secretary Napolitano Visits Areas Impacted by Tropical Storm Irene Production Date: 09/05/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , Sept... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --US Senator Joesph Lieberman, right, talks to a local resident while touring areas impacted by Tropical Storm Irene. He is joined by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, thrid from right, Governor Malloy, second from left. Napolitano was joined by members of the Congressional delegation as well as State and Local Elected Officials. President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Connecticut, allowing federal funds to help communities recover from Tropical Storm Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - East Haven, Conn. , September 5, 2011 --US ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Deparment of Homeland Security Secretary Napolitano Visits Areas Impacted by Tropical Storm Irene Production Date: 09/05/2011 Caption: East Haven, Conn. , Sept... More

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