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US Army (USA) Sergeant First Class (SFC) Brandon Lehrman, assigned to Battery A, 1ST Battalion, 171st Field Artillery, Oklahoma Army National Guard (OKARNG), is armed with 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle as he provides security at a floodwater pumping station, in New Orleans, Louisiana (LA), in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. (A3570)

US Army (USA) Sergeant First Class (SFC) Brandon Lehrman, assigned to ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: New Orleans State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: 1LT Geoff Legler, USA Release Status: Released ... More

US Army (USA) Specialists (SPC) Donovan Frusure, assigned to Battery A, 1ST Battalion, 171st Field Artillery, Oklahoma Army National Guard (OKARNG), checks fuel levels in a storage tank at a floodwater pumping station in New Orleans, Louisiana (LA), in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. (A3570

US Army (USA) Specialists (SPC) Donovan Frusure, assigned to Battery A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: New Orleans State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: 1LT Geoff Legler, USA Release Status: Released ... More

US Army (USA) Soldiers assigned to Battery A, 1ST Battalion, 171st Field Artillery, Oklahoma Army National Guard (OKARNG), armed with 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles provide security at a floodwater pumping station, in New Orleans, Louisiana (LA), in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. (A3570)

US Army (USA) Soldiers assigned to Battery A, 1ST Battalion, 171st Fie...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: New Orleans State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: 1LT Geoff Legler, USA Release Status: Released ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , October 11, 2005 -- During Hurricane Katrina, the red streetcars were stored in the Canal Street facility where they were inundated with almost 60 inches of floodwater. FEMA gas allocated $21. 6 million towards the restoration of New Orleans red streetcars. FEMA/Lillie Long

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , October 11, 2005 -- Dur...

The original database describes this as: Title: RTA Street Cars (Before) Production Date: 10/11/2005 Caption: New Orleans, La. , October 11, 2005 -- During Hurricane Katrina, the red streetcars were stored ... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Mudslides, and Landslides] Vacaville, CA, Feb., 22, 2006 - When recent torrential storms flooded his home; Solano County resident L. Gumathotao explains the height of the floodwater from his driveway. Photo by Adam DuBrowa.

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Mudslides, and Landslides] Vacaville, CA, Fe...

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

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , Sep. 3, 2007 -- During Hurricane Katrina, the red streetcars were stored in the Canal Street facility where they were inundated with almost 60 inches of floodwater. FEMA allocated $21. 6 million towards the restoration of New Orleans red streetcars. Photo by FEMA/Ralph Simcox

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , Sep. 3, 2007 -- During H...

The original database describes this as: Title: RTA Street Cars (After) Production Date: 09/03/2007 Caption: New Orleans, La. , Sep. 3, 2007 -- During Hurricane Katrina, the red streetcars were stored in the... More

New Orleans, La., Sep. 21, 2009 -- During Hurricane Katrina, the green and red streetcars were stored in two different barns. The vintage green streetcars rode out the storm in their old Carrollton barn, which did not flood. However, the newer red streetcars sustained almost 60 inches of floodwater in the Canal Street facility where they were stored. FEMA provided $24 million to repair and replace the damaged streetcars. Manuel Broussard/FEMA

New Orleans, La., Sep. 21, 2009 -- During Hurricane Katrina, the green...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2009-09-21 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Manuel Broussard City/State: New Orleans, LA Keywords: New Orleans ^ hurricane katrina ^ RTA ^ Streetcar D... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Moorhead, Minn. , April 7, 2009 -- Eight year old Moorhead, MN resident Luke J. mans the drainage hose that is clearing the way for a massive temporary clay dike being built in his direction from down the street. The predicted second crest of the Red River is forcing city residents to brace yet again against record breaking floodwater. Mike Moore/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Moorhead, Minn. , April 7, 2009 -- Eight yea...

The original database describes this as: Title: Residents of all ages chip in to help city fight second Red River flood Production Date: 04/07/2009 Caption: Moorhead, Minn. , April 7, 2009 -- Eight year old ... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Oslo, Minn. , April 9, 2009 -- Unusual mitigation methods to control road erosion being employed to the roadbed of Rt. 1 East of Oslo, MN while Red River floodwater overtakes the road. The 'riprap' (large stones) are diverting and breaking up water as it flows over and under the road surface; the flooding Red River of the North is higher this year than ever recorded. Mike Moore/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Oslo, Minn. , April 9, 2009 -- Unusual mitig...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooding Red River eroding roadway near Oslo, MN Production Date: 04/09/2009 Caption: Oslo, Minn. , April 9, 2009 -- Unusual mitigation methods to control road... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Oslo, Minn. , April 9, 2009 -- Minnesota Department of Transportation (MN DOT) workers discussing the discovery of significant undermining of the roadway of MN Route 1 East of Oslo, MN. The unexpected find resulted from unusual hydraulic pressure due to Red River floodwater; the Red River in Northwestern MN are cresting with the highest levels ever recorded. Mike Moore/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Oslo, Minn. , April 9, 2009 -- Minnesota Dep...

The original database describes this as: Title: Significant and unusual road damage due to Red River Flooding in MN Production Date: 04/09/2009 Caption: Oslo, Minn. , April 9, 2009 -- Minnesota Department of... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valley City, N. D. , April 12, 2009 -- A house sitting in backed-up Sheyenne River floodwater in Valley City, ND. A cascade of unusual weather events in the region is resulting in historical flooding; warmer spring temperatures are melting the winter snow pack contributing to the disaster. Mike Moore/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valley City, N. D. , April 12, 2009 -- A hou...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooding of Sheyenne River in Valley City, ND claims house Production Date: 04/12/2009 Caption: Valley City, N. D. , April 12, 2009 -- A house sitting in backe... More

Flooding - Jamestown, N. D. , June 13, 2009 -- Homeowners near the James River continue to fight floodwater with a temporary sandbag levee. Residents of the area have been trying to protect their homes from the rising river since April. Photograph by Samir Valeja/FEMA

Flooding - Jamestown, N. D. , June 13, 2009 -- Homeowners near the Jam...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooded yard and sand bags in North Dakota Production Date: 06/13/2009 Caption: Jamestown, N. D. , June 13, 2009 -- Homeowners near the James River continue to... More

Flooding - Jamestown, N. D. , June 13, 2009 -- Homeowners near the James River continue to fight floodwater with a temporary sandbag levee. Residents of the area have been trying to protect their homes from the rising river since April.

Flooding - Jamestown, N. D. , June 13, 2009 -- Homeowners near the Jam...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooded yard and sand bags in North Dakota Production Date: 06/13/2009 Caption: Jamestown, N. D. , June 13, 2009 -- Homeowners near the James River continue to... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Waterville, Mass. , April 20, 2010 -- Evidence of a valiant but futile flood fight on Assawompset Pond in Waterville. Historic spring storms battered these homes with four feet waves and floodwater that remains four weeks after. FEMA/Mike Moore

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Waterville, Mass. , April 20, 2010 -- Eviden...

The original database describes this as: Title: Historic rainfall and storms batter and flood lakeside residents Production Date: 04/20/2010 Caption: Waterville, Mass. , April 20, 2010 -- Evidence of a valia... More

Flooding - Bellevue, Tenn. , May 20, 2010 -- A mountain of home debris is formed as a result of homeowners gutting thier homes in the River Plantation section of Bellevue. 6-8 feet of floodwater left hundreds of homes damaged requiring residents to throw everything out in order to begin the recovery process.

Flooding - Bellevue, Tenn. , May 20, 2010 -- A mountain of home debris...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris pile in Tennessee Production Date: 05/20/2010 Caption: Bellevue, Tenn. , May 20, 2010 -- A mountain of home debris is formed as a result of homeowners g... More

Flooding - Ames, Iowa, August 11, 2010 -- Record rainfall in the city of Ames caused the Squaw Creek to overflow its banks and inundate the local Target store. Residents should remember: Potential health/safety hazards after a disaster include carbon monoxide poisoning from generators used to power homes or clean-up equipment; electrocution from stepping into water charged by live electric wires; infections to cuts or scrapes that come into contact with surfaces contaminated by floodwater; chemical hazards from spills or storage tank breaks, respiratory and heat-related illnesses; and the worsening of chronic illness from overexertion. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Ames, Iowa, August 11, 2010 -- Record rainfall in the city ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooded area in Iowa Production Date: 08/11/2010 Caption: Ames, Iowa, August 11, 2010 -- Record rainfall in the city of Ames caused the Squaw Creek to overflow... More

Flooding - Windsor, N. C. , October 5, 2010 -- FEMA, State, and County inspectors conduct a Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) on a residence that has had floodwater damage caused from heavy rains produced by Tropical Storm Nichole. FEMA is supporting the State and Local governments in these assessments to provide information for the Governor. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt photographer.

Flooding - Windsor, N. C. , October 5, 2010 -- FEMA, State, and County...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preliminary Damage assessments continue in North Carolina Production Date: 10/05/2010 Caption: Windsor, N. C. , October 5, 2010 -- FEMA, State, and County insp... More

Flooding - Windsor, N. C. , October 5, 2010 -- FEMA, State, and County inspectors conduct a Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) on a business that has had floodwater damage caused from heavy rains produced by Tropical Storm Nichole. FEMA is supporting the State and Local governments in these assessments to provide information for the Governor. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt photographer.

Flooding - Windsor, N. C. , October 5, 2010 -- FEMA, State, and Count...

The original database describes this as: Title: PDA's conducted at a debris pile in North Carolina Production Date: 10/05/2010 Caption: Windsor, N. C. , October 5, 2010 -- FEMA, State, and County inspectors... More

Flooding - Windsor, N. C. , October 5, 2010 -- FEMA, State, and County inspectors conduct a Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) on a residence that has had floodwater damage caused from heavy rains produced by Tropical Storm Nichole. FEMA is supporting the State and Local governments in these assessments to provide information for the Governor. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt photographer.

Flooding - Windsor, N. C. , October 5, 2010 -- FEMA, State, and County...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cleanup from floods continues in North Carolina Production Date: 10/05/2010 Caption: Windsor, N. C. , October 5, 2010 -- FEMA, State, and County inspectors con... More

Flooding - Vanceboro, N. C. , October 6, 2010 -- Floodwater remains in some areas as the Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) being conducted by FEMA, State, and County inspectors continue. Many areas in the state are reporting damage caused from heavy rains produced by Tropical Storm Nichole. FEMA is supporting the State and Local governments in these assessments to provide information for the Governor. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt photographer.

Flooding - Vanceboro, N. C. , October 6, 2010 -- Floodwater remains in...

The original database describes this as: Title: Local flooding in North Carolina Production Date: 10/06/2010 Caption: Vanceboro, N. C. , October 6, 2010 -- Floodwater remains in some areas as the Preliminary... More

Flooding - New Bern, N. C. , October 6, 2010 -- Floodwater remains in some areas as the Preliminary Damage Assesment (PDA) being conducted by FEMA, State, and County inspectors continue. Many areas in the state are reporting damage caused from heavy rains produced by Tropical Storm Nichole. FEMA is supporting the State and Local governmnts in these assessments to provide information for the Governor. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt photographer.

Flooding - New Bern, N. C. , October 6, 2010 -- Floodwater remains in...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flood water remains in some areas in North Carolina Production Date: 10/06/2010 Caption: New Bern, N. C. , October 6, 2010 -- Floodwater remains in some area... More

Flooding - Arden Hills ISB, Minn. , April 7, 2011 -- Minnesota National Guardsmen load a large emergency generator for shipment on a special transporter for flooded waters. The generator was sent to Oslo, MN to provide emergency backup power to a sewage treatment plant in the floodwater surrounded town near the Red River on the border between Minnesota and North Dakota

Flooding - Arden Hills ISB, Minn. , April 7, 2011 -- Minnesota Nationa...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Thomas Kempton taken on 04/07/2011 in Minnesota Production Date: 04/07/2011 Caption: Arden Hills ISB, Minn. , April 7, 2011 -- Minnesota National... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Memphis, Tenn. , May 26, 2011 -- Homeowners work quickly to remove floodwater- destroyed household goods. FEMA Public Assistance helps counties with the cost of debris removal. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Memphis, Tenn. , May 26, 2011 -- Homeowners ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris from a home Production Date: 05/26/2011 Caption: Memphis, Tenn. , May 26, 2011 -- Homeowners work quickly to remove floodwater- destroyed household good... More

Flooding - Fort Pierre, S. D. , June 8, 2011 -- Floodwater from the Missouri River surrounds this vehicle in Fort Pierre. FEMA and other federal agencies are supporting the State Incident Management Team in their effort to respond to the flooding.

Flooding - Fort Pierre, S. D. , June 8, 2011 -- Floodwater from the Mi...

The original database describes this as: Title: South Dakota Flooding Production Date: 06/08/2011 Caption: Fort Pierre, S. D. , June 8, 2011 -- Floodwater from the Missouri River surrounds this vehicle in Fo... More

Flooding - Roscoe, S. D. , July 26, 2011 -- This abandoned barn on Rt. 12 in north central South Dakota has gradually been overtaken by floodwater. Rising water levels over the last several years have caused loss of property and farmland in this area of the state.

Flooding - Roscoe, S. D. , July 26, 2011 -- This abandoned barn on Rt....

The original database describes this as: Title: South Dakota Flooding Production Date: 07/26/2011 Caption: Roscoe, S. D. , July 26, 2011 -- This abandoned barn on Rt. 12 in north central South Dakota has gra... More

Flooding - Pierre, S. D. , August 6, 2011 -- This resident is unloading sandbags from the back of a truck at a disposal site in Pierre, S. D. After two months of rising water on the Missouri River, many South Dakotans are removing the sandbag barricades that protected their homes from floodwater.

Flooding - Pierre, S. D. , August 6, 2011 -- This resident is unloadin...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Jeannie Mooney taken on 08/06/2011 in South Dakota Production Date: 08/06/2011 Caption: Pierre, S. D. , August 6, 2011 -- This resident is unload... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 3, 2011 -- September 3, 2011. -- Days after Hurricane Irene hit New Jersey, Hoffman Grove residents begin to return to their homes, while walking through floodwater in wading boots. FEMA provides funds to allow homeowners to recover. -- Tim Pioppo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 3, 2011...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hoffman Grove residents begin to return to their property Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: Wayne, N. J. , September 3, 2011 -- September 3, 2011. -- Days a... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 3, 2011 -- September 3, 2011. -- Days after Hurricane Irene hit New Jersey, Hoffman Grove residents wade through floodwater to begin clean-up efforts. FEMA provides funds to allow homeowners to recover. -- Tim Pioppo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 3, 2011...

The original database describes this as: Title: hoffman grove residents wade home, days after storm hits Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: Wayne, N. J. , September 3, 2011 -- September 3, 2011. -- Days af... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Conklin, N. Y. , September 14, 2011 -- Entire plants in a field are washed down by the floodwater. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of remnants of Tropical Storm Lee. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Conklin, N. Y. , September 14, 2011 -- Enti...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damages from Tropical Storm Lee Production Date: 09/14/2011 Caption: Conklin, N. Y. , September 14, 2011 -- Entire plants in a field are washed down by the flo... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, 2011. Floodwater from Hurricane Irene washed away part of the road that connects to the bridge. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damage...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Bridge from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed throu... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Preston Hollow, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, 2011. Floodwater from Hurricane Irene washed away majority of asphalts from the bridge. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Preston Hollow, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Bridge from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Preston Hollow, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene pas... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, 2011. Floodwater from Hurricane Irene washed away part of the road that connects to the bridge. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damage...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Bridge from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed throu... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, 2011. Floodwater from Hurricane Irene washed away part of the road that connects to the bridge. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Bridge from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, N. Y.... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Preston Hollow, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, 2011. Floodwater from Hurricane Irene washed away majority of asphalts from the bridge. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Preston Hollow, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Bridge from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Preston Hollow, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene pas... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, 2011. Floodwater from Hurricane Irene washed away part of the road that connects to the bridge. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damage...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Bridge from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed throu... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, 2011. Floodwater from Hurricane Irene washed away part of the road that connects to the bridge. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damage...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Bridge from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed throu... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, 2011. Floodwater from Hurricane Irene washed away part of the road that connects to the bridge. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damage...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Bridge from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Berne, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed throu... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Preston Hollow, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene passed through New York State on August 28, 2011. Floodwater from Hurricane Irene washed away majority of asphalts from the bridge. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Irene. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Preston Hollow, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Bridge from Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Preston Hollow, N. Y. , September 20, 2011 -- Damaged bridge after Hurricane Irene pas... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Ascension Parrish, La. , Sep. 5, 2012 -- More than a week after Hurricane Isaac made landfall, the floodwater is slowly receding. Many structure that were not elevated or on high ground have water inside. Photo by Charles S. Powell/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Ascension Parris...

The original database describes this as: Title: Water Receding, But Slowly Production Date: 09/05/2012 Caption: Ascension Parrish, La. , Sep. 5, 2012 -- More than a week after Hurricane Isaac made landfall, ... More

Atlantic Highlands, N.J., Oct. 10, 2013 -- Hurricane Sandy damaged many businesses along the waterfront with floodwater and wind. The Windansea Restaurant received little damage because of mitigation measures taken prior to Hurricane Sandy. Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Atlantic Highlands, N.J., Oct. 10, 2013 -- Hurricane Sandy damaged man...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-10-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Madisonville, La., Feb. 11, 2013 -- A house on Main Street is being raised above flood level.. In this trio of homes, one was already elevated about twelve feet, one was under construction, and the third was at ground level. All were subjected to three feet of floodwater after Hurricane Isaac hit the area in late August, 2012. FEMA/Mike Moore

Madisonville, La., Feb. 11, 2013 -- A house on Main Street is being ra...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Mike Moore City/State: Madisonville, LA Keywords: Louisiana Madisonville Hurricane Isaac Elevated Houses mi... More

Slidell, La., April 26, 2013 -- The Our Lady of Lourdes campus in Slidell was inundated with 7 feet of floodwater and a 15-foot storm surge during Hurricane Katrina, severely damaging buildings. FEMA obligated $23 million to replace several structures on the campus, including multiple classroom buildings, a gymnasium and cafeteria. Manuel Broussard/FEMA

Slidell, La., April 26, 2013 -- The Our Lady of Lourdes campus in Slid...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Manuel Broussard City/State: Slidell, LA Keywords: hurricane katrina ^ Our Lady of Lourdes Disasters: Loui... More