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Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 --  American Samoan community members come together to discuss recovery from the recent earthquake and tsunami.  FEMA staff responds to questions and explain the recovery process. FEMA/Casey Deshong

Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Meeting in American Samoa Production Date: 10/06/2009 Caption: Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- American Samoan community members come together t... More

U.S. Navy Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead

U.S. Navy Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead

U.S. Navy Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead delivers a speech during the 2010 Navy-Marine Corps Ball at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C., April 17, 2010. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communicati... More

Emergency Planning and Security - San Francisco, Calif. , June 20, 2011 -- Elizabeth Harman, Assistant Administrator for the Grant Programs Directorate speaks at the UASI conference in San Francisco. Photo: Veronica Verde/FEMA

Emergency Planning and Security - San Francisco, Calif. , June 20, 201...

The original database describes this as: Title: Elizabeth Harman at UASI Conference Production Date: 06/20/2011 Caption: San Francisco, Calif. , June 20, 2011 -- Elizabeth Harman, Assistant Administrator for... More

Vladimir Puchkov, Mass. , July 18, 2011 -- Vladimir Puchkov, State Secretary and Deputy Minister, EMERCOM of Russia [on right] and Richard Serino, Deputy Administrator, FEMA [on left] tour the Urban Search and Rescue facility in Beverley, Massachusetts. The event demonstrated the continued productive collaboration between the Russian Federation and the United States of America in seeking ways to strengthen their respective capacities to respond to disasters.

Vladimir Puchkov, Mass. , July 18, 2011 -- Vladimir Puchkov, State Sec...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tour of Urban Search and Rescue facility Production Date: 07/18/2011 Caption: Vladimir Puchkov, Mass. , July 18, 2011 -- Vladimir Puchkov, State Secretary and ... More

Las Vegas, Nev. , September 20, 2011 -- Region IX Regional admministrator Nancy Ward with R9 Tribal Liaison Tessa Badua-Larsen, FEMA's first fully dedicated regional tribal representative.  Photo by Heather Duschell/FEMA

Las Vegas, Nev. , September 20, 2011 -- Region IX Regional admministra...

The original database describes this as: Title: Ready Indian Country Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Las Vegas, Nev. , September 20, 2011 -- Region IX Regional admministrator Nancy Ward with R9 Tribal L... More

Norwalk, Conn., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Meeting Attendees were able to discuss their applications one-on-one with FEMA experts at the Norwalk Town Hall Meeting.  Congressman Jim Himes sponsored this meeting where representatives of FEMA and the Small Business Administration, outlined the services they offer to those affected by the hurricane.   Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Norwalk, Conn., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Meeting Attendees were able to discuss...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Norwalk, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Butler, Ky. , March 20, 2012 -- Mike Moore, Pendleton County Emergency Manager, is interviewed following the very successful community meeting.  FEMA participates in local events to share information and answer questions of those affected by disasters.  Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Butler, Ky. , March 20, 2012 -- Mike Moore, P...

The original database describes this as: Title: Pendleton County Emergency Manager Interviewed Following Meeting Production Date: 03/20/2012 Caption: Butler, Ky. , March 20, 2012 -- Mike Moore, Pendleton Cou... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Cookstown, N. J. , March 20, 2012 -- Michael Sharon, FEMA Region III, Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT) Lead (bottom) takes measurements of the vehicle during a Operational Readiness Exercise at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. This exercise enabled FEMA IMAT to gain familiarity with Department of Defense procedures in the event they use military airlift to respond to a disaster. FEMA/Michael Mancino

Emergency Planning and Security - Cookstown, N. J. , March 20, 2012 --...

The original database describes this as: Title: IMAT Training Exercise Production Date: 03/20/2012 Caption: Cookstown, N. J. , March 20, 2012 -- Michael Sharon, FEMA Region III, Incident Management Assistanc... More

Houston, Texas, June 7, 2012 -- A Texas Emergency Management Official passes out brochures at the disaster preparedness expo.  Administrator Fugate attended the disaster preparedness event at a Wal-Mart/Sam's Club in Houston Texas. FEMA Photo

Houston, Texas, June 7, 2012 -- A Texas Emergency Management Official ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Wal-Mart Sam's Club Preparedness Event Production Date: 06/07/2012 Caption: Houston, Texas, June 7, 2012 -- A Texas Emergency Management Official passes out br... More

Asbury Park, N.J., May 28, 2013 -- President Barack Obama greeted thousands of people in Asbury Park while visiting the Jersey Shore with Gov. Chris Christie.  The President told the crowd that  "Down the shore, everything is all right" and that the New Jersey Shore "is back and open for business".  Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Asbury Park, N.J., May 28, 2013 -- President Barack Obama greeted thou...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Asbury Park, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ hurricane sandy ^ president obama ^ Asbury Par... More

Lincroft, N.J., Jan. 8, 2013 -- Congressman Frank Pallone (D) attends a briefing at the Joint Field Office regarding the recovery efforts associated with hurricane Sandy. The Congressional Affairs Division is the Federal Emergency Management Agency's primary liaison with the United States Congress. Our mission is to proactively engage and communicate with Members of Congress and their staffs to build strong working relationships that will advance the agency's legislative and emergency management priorities. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Lincroft, N.J., Jan. 8, 2013 -- Congressman Frank Pallone (D) attends ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Lincroft, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Floo... More

Dewar, Okla., June 10, 2013 -- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Specialist Lon Conner speaks with a May 30-31 flood survivor. Federal, state, and local officials are here today conducting a Private Property Preliminary Damage Assessment which is a required procedure in support of the state's request for federal disaster funds. George Armstrong/FEMA

Dewar, Okla., June 10, 2013 -- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Specialist Lon C...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Dewar, OK Keywords: Individual Assistance PDA vertical inspection; special nee... More

Asbury Park, N.J., May 28, 2013 -- Gov. Chris Christie briefly greeted the crowd outside Convention Hall in Asbury Park before introducing the President. Gov. Christie and President Obama were at the shore to see the progress that has been made since Hurricane Sandy devastated the area.  Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Asbury Park, N.J., May 28, 2013 -- Gov. Chris Christie briefly greeted...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Asbury Park, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ Hurricane ^ Public Assistance ^ president obam... More

Multinational navy officers pose for a photograph with

Multinational navy officers pose for a photograph with

Multinational navy officers pose for a photograph with civilian dignitaries during a commemorative dinner for Unitas in Jacksonville, Fla., May 5, 2009. Unitas, Latin for "unity," is an annual U.S. Southern Com... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 3, 2011 -- Salvation Army support Minot North Dakota July 4, 2011. Photo by: David Valdez/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 3, 2011 -- Salvation Army support Minot...

The original database describes this as: Title: Salvation Army in Minot, North Dakota Production Date: 07/03/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 3, 2011 -- Salvation Army support Minot North Dakota July 4, 201... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Cranford, N. J. , September 7, 2011 -- September 7, 2011 -- Donald DeVoe of FEMA fields questions at a congressionally called town hall meeting in Cranford, NJ. -- Tim Pioppo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Cranford, N. J. , September 7, 2...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA provides information at town hall meeting Production Date: 09/07/2011 Caption: Cranford, N. J. , September 7, 2011 -- September 7, 2011 -- Donald DeVoe of... 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

Memphis, Tenn. , March 8, 2012 -- Salvation Army Commander Bill Feist (L) with Disaster Training Coordinator Ross Patterson (R) were among the more than 250 participants at the roll out of the National Disaster Recovery Framework held at the University of Memphis. The one-day event brought Federal, State, and Local emergency management officials, Private Sector, Tribal, and Faith-Based representatives, and the general public together to learn about the disaster recovery framework that will guide communities as they recover from a disaster. Photo by Mike Moore/FEMA

Memphis, Tenn. , March 8, 2012 -- Salvation Army Commander Bill Feist ...

The original database describes this as: Title: National Disaster Recovery Framework Region 4 Roll-Out Production Date: 03/08/2012 Caption: Memphis, Tenn. , March 8, 2012 -- Salvation Army Commander Bill Fei... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Denver, Colo. , June 12, 2012 -- FEMA Region VIII Reservists participate in a national video teleconference webcast at the Denver Regional Office to learn more about the new Reservist Program application and selection process. Photo by Cynthia Hunter/FEMA

Emergency Planning and Security - Denver, Colo. , June 12, 2012 -- FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Region VIII Reservists Watch National Webcast Production Date: 06/12/2012 Caption: Denver, Colo. , June 12, 2012 -- FEMA Region VIII Reservists participat... More

Fort Collins, Colo. , June 14, 2012 -- Secretary  of the Interior Ken Salazar talks with members of the media at the High Park Fire command post.  Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Fort Collins, Colo. , June 14, 2012 -- Secretary of the Interior Ken ...

The original database describes this as: Title: High Park Fire Production Date: 06/14/2012 Caption: Fort Collins, Colo. , June 14, 2012 -- Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar talks with members of the med... More

Long Branch, N.J., May 24, 2013 -- Long Branch Mayor Adam Schneider, center, was joined by Miss New Jersey Lindsey Petrosh and students from Seashore School, as a ribbon was cut to officially open the beach for Memorial Day Weekend.   Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Long Branch, N.J., May 24, 2013 -- Long Branch Mayor Adam Schneider, c...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Long Branch, NJ Keywords: Damage ^ Recovery ^ hurricane sandy ^ ribbon cutting ^ Lo... More

Oklahoma City, Okla., June 8, 2013 -- This 100 member Smyrna, Georgia First United Methodist Church youth choir, after an international singing tour, stopped here to provide debris clean up today, and upon conclusion, is performing for the home owners (volunteer coordination through the Church of Latter Day Saints, Bishop Jeff Nelson at left). The May 20 tornado destroyed many homes in this neighborhood and volunteers provide significant recovery help for survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

Oklahoma City, Okla., June 8, 2013 -- This 100 member Smyrna, Georgia ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Oklahoma City, OK Keywords: volunteers VOLAG debris damage destroyed home ^ Da... More

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Iain Hyde from the Colorado Office of Emergency Management address the Colorado Community Recovery Symposium.  Photo Michael Rieger/FEMA

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Iain Hyde from the Colorado Offi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Michael Rieger City/State: Loveland, Colorado Disasters: Colorado Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and ... More

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Rebecca Ellis, Vermont State representative and chair of the Waterbury Select Board, talks about their experiences to the Colorado Community Recovery Symposium.  Photo Michael Rieger/FEMA

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Rebecca Ellis, Vermont State rep...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Michael Rieger City/State: Loveland, Colorado Disasters: Colorado Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and ... More

Cerritos, Calif., March 2, 2013 -- Tiffany Espensen, Region IX Youth Preparedness Council Member, introducing herself to the Teen CERT program participants at the California CERT Conference

Cerritos, Calif., March 2, 2013 -- Tiffany Espensen, Region IX Youth P...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tomas Kaselionis City/State: Cerritos, CA Keywords: Prepare ^ Preparedness ^ FEMA ^ CERT ^ Youth Preparedne... More

Birch Bark Canoe - National Parks Gallery

Birch Bark Canoe - National Parks Gallery

Eight voyageurs take a break from paddling while a sail propels the canoe.

Darcy Sink, Volunteer Coordinator with the Hampton

Darcy Sink, Volunteer Coordinator with the Hampton

Darcy Sink, Volunteer Coordinator with the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, takes advantage of a photo-opportunity with one of the mascots at Norfolk's Harbor Park Baseball Stadium during Navy Night. (US Navy Photo ... More

Atlanta, Ga. , May 4, 2009 -- Operational and planning personnel from all levels of government as well as private and academic sectors are listening to a presentation about planning for earthquake response in the New Madrid Seismic Zone(NMSZ). FEMA has an initiative underway with the eight NMSZ states to develop a catastrophic earthquake disaster response plan and Region IV is holding this discussion-based workshop to assess how all levels of government would respond to a NMSZ event. George Armstrong/FEMA

Atlanta, Ga. , May 4, 2009 -- Operational and planning personnel from ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Region IV NMSZ Workshop Production Date: 05/04/2009 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , May 4, 2009 -- Operational and planning personnel from all levels of government as ... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Saucier, Mississippi community members gather for the official opening ceremonies of the Harrison County Evacuation Shelter. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities.  Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Saucier, Mississippi community membe...

The original database describes this as: Title: Harrison County Evacuation Shelter Dedication Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Saucier, Mississippi community members gat... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , August 6, 2011 -- Members of Boy Scout Troop 393, Carthage, Missouri, washed school buses at Junge Stadium in Joplin. Nearly 1,000 Boy Scouts volunteered to clean debris around Joplin's schools Saturday August 6

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , August 6, 2011 -- Members of Bo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Boy Scouts at Junge Stadium, Joplin, MO Production Date: 08/06/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , August 6, 2011 -- Members of Boy Scout Troop 393, Carthage, Missouri... More

Sacramento, Calif. , September 7, 2011 -- Farley Howell (speaking at podium) National Preparedness Director for FEMA Region IX reminds the listening crowd at CalEMA's Be Prepared! Emergency Preparedness Event at the Capitol in Sacramento, "There is no season for earthquakes in California, and we all must take the necessary steps to be prepared now. "  FEMA participated in the event as part of National Preparedness Month, making several of its preparedness brochures available to the attending public.  Barbara Pritchard/FEMA

Sacramento, Calif. , September 7, 2011 -- Farley Howell (speaking at p...

The original database describes this as: Title: CalEMA's Be Prepared! Emergency Preparedness Event Production Date: 09/07/2011 Caption: Sacramento, Calif. , September 7, 2011 -- Farley Howell (speaking at po... More

Boston, Mass. , Nov. 18, 2011 -- Participants in the International Workshop on Innovation, Diversity, and Sustainable Development in Areas of Social Vulnerability gather at the University of Massachusetts. Photo by Robert Rose/FEMA

Boston, Mass. , Nov. 18, 2011 -- Participants in the International Wor...

The original database describes this as: Title: Innovation, Diversity and Sustainable Development in Areas of Social Vulnerability Production Date: 11/18/2011 Caption: Boston, Mass. , Nov. 18, 2011 -- Partic... More

Los Angeles, Calif., Oct. 18, 2012 -- FEMA Region IX Administrator Nancy Ward, Lucy Jones of USGS, and Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa demonstrates the Drop, Cover, Hold On process at ShakeOut LA. Photo taken by Veronica Verde/FEMA

Los Angeles, Calif., Oct. 18, 2012 -- FEMA Region IX Administrator Nan...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Verde City/State: Los Angeles, CA Keywords: ShakeOut ^ nancy ward ^ Lucy Jones ^ Los Angeles Mayor... More

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Local Officials explain to FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate, the extent of destruction done to Brideport's famous Seaside Park, damaged first by Irene, and now Sandy.  The Administrator came to Connecticut to see first-hand the damage to homes, public property and facilities. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Local Officials explain to FEMA Ad...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Bridgeport, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Type... More

Emmitsburg, Md. , Sep. 11, 2012 -- A memorial service in progress at the National Fire Academy for the firefighters fallen during the attacks of 9/11/01. This service, the eleventh since the day that took 343 firefighters' lives, included a wreath laying, bagpiper, and a traditional five bell salute. Photo by Mike Moore/FEMA

Emmitsburg, Md. , Sep. 11, 2012 -- A memorial service in progress at t...

The original database describes this as: Title: 2012 9/11 Memorial Service Held at National Fire Academy Production Date: 09/11/2012 Caption: Emmitsburg, Md. , Sep. 11, 2012 -- A memorial service in progress... More

Denton, Texas, Sep. 12, 2013 -- Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) instructors Steven Clem (left) Patricia Weaver (center) and Gordy VanSteenBerg (right) demonstrate the proper technique for carrying a victim on a chair. The demonstration was part of a National Preparedness Month event held at FEMA Region VI. FEMA/Earl Armstrong

Denton, Texas, Sep. 12, 2013 -- Community Emergency Response Team (CER...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Earl Armstrong City/State: Denton, TX Keywords: National Preparedness Month Categories: Feature Stories ^ ... More

Berlin, Vt., Jan. 8, 2013 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Mark Landry, second from left, and Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin, fourth from left, join state and local officials for a groundbreaking ceremony for the Berlin mental health facility. FEMA provided public assistance funds based on Tropical Storm Irene-related damages

Berlin, Vt., Jan. 8, 2013 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Mark Landry,...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marquita Hynes Keywords: Public Assistance ^ Vermont ^ Berlin ^ Groundbreaking ^ federal coordinating office... More

Portland, Ore., July 19, 2014 ; This “Replenish” class team fill out a mini emergency communication sticker with FEMA Corps Blue 5 member Danielle Frazier at the FEMA checkpoint. The “Replenish” class riders must have one non-rider and kept all the disaster supplies collected along the route

Portland, Ore., July 19, 2014 ; This “Replenish” class team fill out a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-07-19 13:46:47 UTC Photographer Name: Mary Beth O'leary Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: FEMA Corps ^ Special Event ^ Volunteering Photogra... More

Milford, Iowa, May 8, 2014 -- Beth Freeman, Region VII Regional Administrator, discusses changes stemming from Sandy Recovery Improvement Act before County and State Officials at the Iowa Emergency Managers Association annual meeting. Michael Cappannari/FEMA

Milford, Iowa, May 8, 2014 -- Beth Freeman, Region VII Regional Admini...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-08 08:42:47 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Milford, Iowa Keywords: Iowa ^ Beth Freeman ^ emergency management ^ FEMA Region ... More

Phil Downer speaks to Marines and sailors Sept. 6,

Phil Downer speaks to Marines and sailors Sept. 6,

Phil Downer speaks to Marines and sailors Sept. 6, 2018, during a Persevering Though Trials special event at the Camp Foster Theater, Okinawa, Japan. Downer spoke about the Marine Corps Core Values and how they... More

U.S. Army 1st Lt. Russ Seamster assigned to 2/10 Security

U.S. Army 1st Lt. Russ Seamster assigned to 2/10 Security

U.S. Army 1st Lt. Russ Seamster assigned to 2/10 Security Forces Assistance Brigade, Forward Operating Base Sharana waits to enter the National Directorate of Security’s office near FOB Rushmore for an Iftar di... More

Phil Downer speaks to Marines and sailors Sept. 6,

Phil Downer speaks to Marines and sailors Sept. 6,

Phil Downer speaks to Marines and sailors Sept. 6, 2018, during a Persevering Though Trials special event at the Camp Foster Theater, Okinawa, Japan. Downer spoke about the Marine Corps Core Values and how they... More

Petty Officer 1st Class James Mitchell, a food service

Petty Officer 1st Class James Mitchell, a food service

Petty Officer 1st Class James Mitchell, a food service specialist and the special command aide to Coast Guard Rear Adm. Keith Smith, director of Joint Interagency Task Force West, conducts food preparation for ... More

U.S. Sailors attend a frocking ceremony aboard the

U.S. Sailors attend a frocking ceremony aboard the

U.S. Sailors attend a frocking ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during a composite training unit exercise in the Pacific Ocean June 4, 2009. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specia... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 15, 2011 -- Bengals Tight End Reggie Kelly Inside FEMA temporary housing unit. FEMA partners with different organization to increase awarnes of disaster aid for survivors

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 15, 2011 -- Bengals Tight End Reggi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Richard Cardona taken on 06/15/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 06/15/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , June 15, 2011 -- Bengals Tight End Re... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the official opening ceremonies of the Harrison County Evacuation Shelter. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities.  Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the off...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hurricane Shelter Dedication Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the official opening ceremonie... More

Westport, Conn., Nov. 28, 2012 -- Elaine McNeil, Hazard Mitigation Specialist, answers questions at the Westport "Navigating Through The Aftermath of Sandy" meeting.  FEMA and their Federal Partners attend these meetings to provide firsthand information to those affected by the hurricane.  Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Westport, Conn., Nov. 28, 2012 -- Elaine McNeil, Hazard Mitigation Spe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Westport, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types:... More

Fire - Fort Collins, Colo. , June 16, 2012 -- FEMA Region VIII Administrator Robin Finegan speaks with Incident Commander Bill Hahnenberg after a High Park Fire briefing in Fort Collins on June 16, 2012.

Fire - Fort Collins, Colo. , June 16, 2012 -- FEMA Region VIII Adminis...

The original database describes this as: Title: RA Finegan Speaks with High Park Fire Incident Commander Hahnenberg Production Date: 06/16/2012 Caption: Fort Collins, Colo. , June 16, 2012 -- FEMA Region VII... More

Wheaton, Ill., June 5, 2013 -- A discussion panel hosted at The Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College discusses how volunteers and voluntary organizations can work together before disasters to better manage the recovery process of survivors during disasters. The panel members are: [L to R] John Robinson-President of National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster(VOAD), David Gervino-DuPage County Emergency Management, Ian Becherer-Gerrie-FEMA Voluntary Agency Liason & Donation Specialist and David Myers-FEMA Director of Center for Faith Based & Neighborhood Partnerships.   David Fine/FEMA

Wheaton, Ill., June 5, 2013 -- A discussion panel hosted at The Humani...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: David Fine City/State: Wheaton, IL Categories: Special Event ^ Volunteering Photographs Relating to Disaste... More

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Dan Alexander, Federal Disaster Recovery Coordinator and Marilyn Gally, Colorado Office of Emergency Management address the Colorado Community Recovery Symposium.  Photo Michael Rieger/FEMA

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Dan Alexander, Federal Disaster ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Michael Rieger City/State: Loveland, Colorado Disasters: Colorado Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and ... More

Bethel Acres, Okla., June 3, 2013 -- FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Crew Chief Vernon Lansford speaks to Mayor Neal Davis and Shawnee County Emergency Manager Melvin Potter at today's PA Applicant Briefing. This initial local meeting is to share procedural information about the local PA application process for the county/city to receive federal reimbursement for expenses related to the deadly tornadoes of May19-20.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Bethel Acres, Okla., June 3, 2013 -- FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Crew ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Bethel Acres, OK Keywords: Public Assistance debris ^ Debris ^ Public Assistan... More

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Jeff Crane, Crane Associates, LLC address the Colorado Community Recovery Symposium on water issues.  Photo Michael Rieger/FEMA

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Jeff Crane, Crane Associates, LL...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Michael Rieger City/State: Loveland, Colorado Disasters: Colorado Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and ... More

Tama, IA - August 8, 2014 - Reagan Hill of the Sac and Fox Nation, gets ready for the Meskwaki 100th Annual Pow Wow after traveling from Oklahoma. The Tribe Pow Wow took place at an alternate location this year due to flooding at the historical Pow Wow grounds. Since the 100th annual Pow Wow is critical to Meskwaki culture and economy, FEMA was able to support the relocation of the temporary Pow Wow Facility with its Public Assistance program. (Photo by Steve Zumwalt FEMA)

Tama, IA - August 8, 2014 - Reagan Hill of the Sac and Fox Nation, get...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-08 11:47:26 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Tama, Iowa Keywords: Iowa ^ Oklahoma ^ Powwow ^ Sac and Fox Tribe ^ Tama ^ tribe ... More

Grand Portage Band Flag - A white flag with a blue and red flag on it

Grand Portage Band Flag - A white flag with a blue and red flag on it

Mist of Avalon proudly flies the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa's flag.

Grand Portage Bay - National Parks Gallery

Grand Portage Bay - National Parks Gallery

Mount Rose looms over (l-r) Heritage Center, Historic Depot and Reservation Office above the Historic Encampment

Petty Officer 1st Class James Mitchell, a food service

Petty Officer 1st Class James Mitchell, a food service

Petty Officer 1st Class James Mitchell, a food service specialist and the special command aide to Coast Guard Rear Adm. Keith Smith, director of Joint Interagency Task Force West, conducts food preparation for ... More

Austin, Texas, April 8, 2009 -- Acting FEMA Administrator Nancy Ward delivers her remarks at the National Hurricane Conference. FEMA Photo / John Shea.

Austin, Texas, April 8, 2009 -- Acting FEMA Administrator Nancy Ward d...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Acting Administrator Nancy Ward at the podium at the National Hurricane Conference Production Date: 04/08/2009 Caption: Austin, Texas, April 8, 2009 -- Ac... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Elbert, Colo. , September 2, 2009 -- Elbert County Emergency Manager LaRiea Thompson hands out back packs stocked with emergency preparedness supplies to teachers during the Ready Challenge at Elbert Elementary School. The event, sponsored by the READY Colorado campaign, provided a fun and practical way for students and teachers to learn how they can prepare for emergencies in Colorado. FEMA/Michael Rieger

Emergency Planning and Security - Elbert, Colo. , September 2, 2009 --...

The original database describes this as: Title: Ready.gov preparedness event at a school in Colorado Production Date: 09/02/2009 Caption: Elbert, Colo. , September 2, 2009 -- Elbert County Emergency Manager ... More

Honolulu, Hawaii, Feb. 9, 2010 -- Mr. William L. Carwile, III, Assistant Administrator for Disaster Operations and FEMA Region IX staff at the National Disaster Preparedness Training Center establishment ceremony

Honolulu, Hawaii, Feb. 9, 2010 -- Mr. William L. Carwile, III, Assista...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2010-02-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Gen Tamura City/State: Honolulu, HI Keywords: Training ^ Preparedness ^ headquarters ^ NDPTC Categories: S... More

New York, N. Y. , September 2, 2010 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino (2nd from right) and New York City Officer of Emergency Management Director Joseph Bruno (2nd from left) look on as New York City Fire Commissioner Salvatore Cassano speaks at a National Preparedness Month Event in Brooklyn, New York.  Speaking to assembled media, Serino encouraged New Yorkers to "Get a Plan, Make a Kit, and Stay Informed" to increase their resilience to disasters.

New York, N. Y. , September 2, 2010 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Richa...

The original database describes this as: Title: Deputy Administrator Serino in New York City at a National Preparedness Month Event Production Date: 09/02/2010 Caption: New York, N. Y. , September 2, 2010 --... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Washington, D. C. , June 10, 2011 -- Members of the FEMA/American Red Cross National Mass Care Council are holding their inaugural meeting at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington. FEMA/Aaron Skolnik

Emergency Planning and Security - Washington, D. C. , June 10, 2011 --...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA/Red Cross Mass Care Council Production Date: 06/10/2011 Caption: Washington, D. C. , June 10, 2011 -- Members of the FEMA/American Red Cross National Mass... More

Westport, Conn., Nov. 28, 2012 -- A Small Business Administration Specialist in Disaster Recovery loans, addresses a full house at the Westport "Navigating Through The Aftermath of Sandy" meeting.  FEMA Individual Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, National Flood Insurance and Small Business Administration specialists attend these meetings to provide firsthand  information to those affected by the hurricane.  Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Westport, Conn., Nov. 28, 2012 -- A Small Business Administration Spec...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Westport, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types:... More

Emergency Planning and Security - San Francisco, Calif. , Feb. 17, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino hosts FEMA Think Tank Conference in San Francisco. Photo by Veronica Verde/FEMA

Emergency Planning and Security - San Francisco, Calif. , Feb. 17, 201...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Think Tank Production Date: 02/17/2012 Caption: San Francisco, Calif. , Feb. 17, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino hosts FEMA Think Tank Co... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Butler, Ky. , March 20, 2012 -- Twenty agencies were represented and over 300 local residents attended the Community Meeting hosted by Pendleton Emergency Management Office.  FEMA participates in local events to share information and answer questions of those affected by disasters.  Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Butler, Ky. , March 20, 2012 -- Twenty agenci...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Meeting in Butler, Ky is Well Attended Production Date: 03/20/2012 Caption: Butler, Ky. , March 20, 2012 -- Twenty agencies were represented and over... More

Houston, Texas, June 28, 2012 -- Nearly three dozen state, federal, local and medical officials participated in the June FEMA Think Tank. They were joined on the phone by more than 400 participants. FEMA/Earl Armstrong

Houston, Texas, June 28, 2012 -- Nearly three dozen state, federal, lo...

The original database describes this as: Title: June FEMA Think Tank Participants Production Date: 06/28/2012 Caption: Houston, Texas, June 28, 2012 -- Nearly three dozen state, federal, local and medical of... More

Emmitsburg, Md. , Sep. 11, 2012 -- A memorial service in progress at the National Fire Academy for the firefighters fallen during the attacks of 9/11/01. This service, the eleventh since the day that took 343 firefighters' lives, included a wreath laying and as shown here, a traditional five bell salute. Photo by Mike Moore/FEMA

Emmitsburg, Md. , Sep. 11, 2012 -- A memorial service in progress at t...

The original database describes this as: Title: 2012 9/11 Memorial Service Held at National Fire Academy Production Date: 09/11/2012 Caption: Emmitsburg, Md. , Sep. 11, 2012 -- A memorial service in progress... More

Seattle, Wash., May 2, 2013 -- Tools used during the course, FEMA P-909 Train-the-Trainer: Home and Business Earthquake Safety and Mitigation

Seattle, Wash., May 2, 2013 -- Tools used during the course, FEMA P-90...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jennifer Lynette City/State: Seattle, WA Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: FEMA Event ^ Miscellaneous... More

Tama, IA - August 8, 2014 - Members of the Meskwaki Nation honor US Veterans at the Tribe 100th Annual Pow Wow which took place at an alternate location due to flooding at the historical Pow Wow grounds. Since the 100th annual Pow Wow is critical to Meskwaki culture and economy, FEMA was able to support the relocation of the temporary Pow Wow Facility with its Public Assistance program. (Photo by Steve Zumwalt FEMA)

Tama, IA - August 8, 2014 - Members of the Meskwaki Nation honor US Ve...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-08 13:20:57 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Tama, Iowa Keywords: Iowa ^ Meskwaki ^ Powwow ^ Tama ^ tribal Disaster Types: Fl... More

Birch Bark Canoes - National Parks Gallery

Birch Bark Canoes - National Parks Gallery

Four upturned canoes stored in the historic encampment

The daughter of Aileen White, drug testing administrator

The daughter of Aileen White, drug testing administrator

The daughter of Aileen White, drug testing administrator with Drug Demand Reduction Program, puts a plastic egg in her basket during the Easter egg hunt at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 8, 2012. The event, spon... More

In this image released by the U.S. Army Reserve, Maj.

In this image released by the U.S. Army Reserve, Maj.

In this image released by the U.S. Army Reserve, Maj. Gen. Jimmie Jaye Wells with the 75th Training Command participates in the opening ceremony of a charity fundraising race in Houston, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012... More

Orlando, Fla. , June 1, 2012 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and Florida Governor Rick Scott get briefed on the upcoming hurricane season outlook. Photo by Dennis Feltgen - NOAA Communications

Orlando, Fla. , June 1, 2012 -- Department of Homeland Security Secret...

The original database describes this as: Title: DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano at National Hurricane Conference Production Date: 06/01/2012 Caption: Orlando, Fla. , June 1, 2012 -- Department of Homeland Sec... More

Earthquake ^ Emergency Planning and Security - Atlanta, Ga. , May 5, 2009 -- Keynote Speaker Dr. Kenneth B. Taylor, Chief, North Carolina Geological Survey addresses attendees of the New Madrid Seismic Zone(NMSZ) workshop. FEMA has an initiative underway with the eight NMSZ states to develop a catastrophic earthquake disaster response plan and Region IV is holding this discussion-based workshop to assess how all levels of government would respond to a NMSZ event. George Armstrong/FEMA

Earthquake ^ Emergency Planning and Security - Atlanta, Ga. , May 5, 2...

The original database describes this as: Title: Keynote Speaker at Region IV NMSZ Workshop Production Date: 05/05/2009 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , May 5, 2009 -- Keynote Speaker Dr. Kenneth B. Taylor, Chief, Nor... More

Emergency Planning and Security - San Francisco, Calif. , June 20, 2011 -- FEMA's Deputy Administrator Richard Serino speaks at the 5th annual National Urban Areas Security Conference for Homeland Security in San Francisco. Photo: Veronica Verde/FEMA

Emergency Planning and Security - San Francisco, Calif. , June 20, 201...

The original database describes this as: Title: Deputy Administrator Richard Serino at UASI conference Production Date: 06/20/2011 Caption: San Francisco, Calif. , June 20, 2011 -- FEMA's Deputy Administrato... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , July 8, 2011 -- During the Business Expo  Federal Emergency Management Agency personnel from Mitigation Section, Community Relations and Private Sector shared information about the aid programs possibilities and book materials to helps owners to rebuild their businesses.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , July 8, 2011 -- During the Busi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Joplin Business Expo Production Date: 07/08/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , July 8, 2011 -- During the Business Expo Federal Emergency Management Agency personnel... More

Las Vegas, Nev. , September 19, 2011 -- The music and dance of Native America greeted the launch of "Ready Indian Country" in Las Vegas on September 19 and 20. Photo by Heather Duschell/FEMA

Las Vegas, Nev. , September 19, 2011 -- The music and dance of Native ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Region IX Tribal Preparedness Conference Production Date: 09/19/2011 Caption: Las Vegas, Nev. , September 19, 2011 -- The music and dance of Native America gre... More

Westport, Conn., Nov. 28, 2012 -- Twelve specialists in disaster recovery answered questions for a full house at the Westport "Navigating Through The Aftermath of Sandy"  meeting.  FEMA Individual Assistance, Hazard Mitigation and the Small Business Administration attend these meetings to provide firsthand  information to those affected by the hurricane.  Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Westport, Conn., Nov. 28, 2012 -- Twelve specialists in disaster recov...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Westport, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types:... More

Emergency Planning and Security - San Juan, Puerto Rico, May 29, 2012 -- FEMA's Logistics Management Division open the agency's new, strategically-located Caribbean Distribution Center, located in Caguas, Puerto Rico. Designed to greatly strenghten the agency's supply chain system. Eliud Echevarria/FEMA

Emergency Planning and Security - San Juan, Puerto Rico, May 29, 2012 ...

The original database describes this as: Title: New Caribbean Distribution Center in San Juan, Puerto Rico Production Date: 05/29/2012 Caption: San Juan, Puerto Rico, May 29, 2012 -- FEMA's Logistics Managem... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Oakland, Calif. , Aug. 27, 2012 -- FEMA Region IX hosts nearly 200 tribal partners, emergency managers, first responders and other state, local and federal officials during the 2012 Preparedness Partnership meeting.  Kelly Hudson/FEMA

Emergency Planning and Security - Oakland, Calif. , Aug. 27, 2012 -- F...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Tribal Workshop, Preparedness Partnership Meeting in Oakland, Calif. Production Date: 08/27/2012 Caption: Oakland, Calif. , Aug. 27, 2012 -- FEMA Region I... More

West, Texas, May 18, 2013 -- Thousands of toys bring a bit of joy to young survivors of the fertilizer plant explosion here. More than 300 children from West received toys from the Lone Star Santas through their Convoy of Toys. The Federal Emergency Management Agency works with voluntary organizations during disaster recovery. Norman Lenburg/FEMA

West, Texas, May 18, 2013 -- Thousands of toys bring a bit of joy to y...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Norman Lenburg City/State: West, TX Keywords: FEMA ^ federal emergency management agency ^ fertilizer plant... More

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Kelly Arnold, Town Manager of Windsor CO, talks about their experiences to the Colorado Community Recovery Symposium.  Photo Michael Rieger/FEMA

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Kelly Arnold, Town Manager of Wi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Michael Rieger City/State: Loveland, Colorado Disasters: Colorado Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and ... More

New York, N.Y., Sept. 5, 2014—FEMA Region II Administrator Jerome Hatfield speaks at the kickoff of the11th Annual National Preparedness month in Herald Square. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Sept. 5, 2014—FEMA Region II Administrator Jerome Hatf...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-09-05 14:12:42 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey Keywords: Craig Fugate ^ FEMA ^ FEMA Corps ^ Herald Square ^ Jerome Hatfield ^ Joseph J. Espo... More

Tama, IA - August 8, 2014 - Members of the Meskwaki Nation dance at the Tribe 100th Annual Pow Wow which took place at an alternate location due to flooding at the historical Pow Wow grounds. Since the 100th annual Pow Wow is critical to Meskwaki culture and economy, FEMA was able to support the relocation of the temporary Pow Wow Facility with its Public Assistance program. (Photo by Steve Zumwalt FEMA)

Tama, IA - August 8, 2014 - Members of the Meskwaki Nation dance at th...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-08 12:43:57 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Tama, Iowa Keywords: Iowa ^ Meskwaki ^ Powwow ^ Tama ^ tribal Disaster Types: Fl... More

Grand Portage Bay - National Parks Gallery

Grand Portage Bay - National Parks Gallery

Motor vessel Sea Hunter turns towards schooner Mist of Avalon anchored near Hat Point. Mackinaw boat Paul LaPlante close to dock.

Painted Hide, Free images of New Mexico

Painted Hide, Free images of New Mexico

Buffalo (bison) hide with triangles in a central circlular pattern and at the corners of an outlined box.

Stored Sails, Free images of New Mexico

Stored Sails, Free images of New Mexico

Interesting figure on the bowsprit of the Mist of Avalon.

Earthquake - Northridge, Calif. , Oct. 20, 2011 -- FEMA Region IX Earthquake Specialist, Jennifer Lynette, in front of an earthquake simulator truck at the Great California ShakeOut media event at Target. The ShakeOut drill and press event participants included FEMA, CalEMA, LA City Council Members, USGS, SCEC, ECA, Mexican delegation, Japanese delegation, Target, and the general public.

Earthquake - Northridge, Calif. , Oct. 20, 2011 -- FEMA Region IX Eart...

The original database describes this as: Title: ShakeOut Media Event at Target Production Date: 10/20/2011 Caption: Northridge, Calif. , Oct. 20, 2011 -- FEMA Region IX Earthquake Specialist, Jennifer Lynett... More

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - West Warwick, R. I. , April 29, 2010 -- FEMA hazard mitigation specialist Robert Archila (left) and Bob Vanderslice of the Rhode Island Department of Health talk to Rhode Island  media about mold caused by flooding during a FEMA media event highlighting mold. (Louis Sohn/FEMA)

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm -...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA press event in Rhode Island Production Date: 04/29/2010 Caption: West Warwick, R. I. , April 29, 2010 -- FEMA hazard mitigation specialist Robert Archila ... More

Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- Faith-based and community members attend a long-term recovery meeting.  FEMA Volunteer Liaisons provide briefing on how citizens can volunteer and donate to survivors in American Samoa. FEMA/Casey Deshong

Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- F...

The original database describes this as: Title: Meeting in American Samoa Production Date: 10/06/2009 Caption: Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- Faith-based and community members attend a long-te... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 14, 2011 -- A Small Business Administration representative attends a town hall meeting with residents to discuss the current housing plans that FEMA and local officials have for residents affected by flooding.  Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 14, 2011 -- A Small Business Administra...

The original database describes this as: Title: Town hall meeting in Minot Production Date: 07/14/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 14, 2011 -- A Small Business Administration representative attends a town h... More

Philadelphia, Pa. , September 1, 2011 -- Employees from FEMA and the Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management promoted emergency preparedness at the annual football game between Temple University and Villanova University.

Philadelphia, Pa. , September 1, 2011 -- Employees from FEMA and the P...

The original database describes this as: Title: Kicking Off National Preparedness Month in Philadelphia Production Date: 09/01/2011 Caption: Philadelphia, Pa. , September 1, 2011 -- Employees from FEMA and t... More

Los Angeles, Calif., Oct. 18, 2012 -- California Emergency Management Agency (Cal EMA) Secretary Mark Ghilarducci addresses the media at ShakeOut in Los Angeles at Union Station. Photo taken by Veronica Verde/FEMA

Los Angeles, Calif., Oct. 18, 2012 -- California Emergency Management ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Verde City/State: Los Angeles, CA Keywords: ShakeOut ^ Union Station ^ California Emergency Manage... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Cookstown, N. J. , March 20, 2012 -- Staff Sergeant Mark Strini (c) gives instructions on loading, securing and weighting a pallet for air cargo transport to FEMA Region III Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT) members during a Operational Readiness Exercise.  This exercise enabled FEMA IMAT to gain familiarity with DOD procedures in the event they use military airlift to respond to a disaster.  FEMA/Michael Mancino

Emergency Planning and Security - Cookstown, N. J. , March 20, 2012 --...

The original database describes this as: Title: IMAT Training Exercise Production Date: 03/20/2012 Caption: Cookstown, N. J. , March 20, 2012 -- Staff Sergeant Mark Strini (c) gives instructions on loading, ... More

Houston, Texas, June 7, 2012 -- Administrator Fugate speaks with a fellow FEMA employee at a disaster preparedness expo at a Wal-Mart/Sam's Club in Houston Texas. FEMA Photo

Houston, Texas, June 7, 2012 -- Administrator Fugate speaks with a fel...

The original database describes this as: Title: Wal-Mart Sam's Club Preparedness Event Production Date: 06/07/2012 Caption: Houston, Texas, June 7, 2012 -- Administrator Fugate speaks with a fellow FEMA empl... More

Wildfire - Colorado Springs, Colo. , July 3, 2012 -- Rich Harvey (Incident Commander NIFC) briefs DHS Secretary Napolitano on the progress of the Waldo Canyon Fire.  Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Wildfire - Colorado Springs, Colo. , July 3, 2012 -- Rich Harvey (Inci...

The original database describes this as: Title: Waldo Canyon Fire Production Date: 07/03/2012 Caption: Colorado Springs, Colo. , July 3, 2012 -- Rich Harvey (Incident Commander NIFC) briefs DHS Secretary Nap... More

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Jerre Stead, Colorado Recovery Officer address the Colorado Community Recovery Symposium.  Photo Michael Rieger/FEMA

Loveland, Colo., November 22, 2013 -- Jerre Stead, Colorado Recovery O...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Michael Rieger City/State: Loveland, Colorado Disasters: Colorado Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and ... More

Shawnee, Okla., May 28, 2013 -- At today's Public Assistance (PA) Applicant Briefing at the Cooper Technology Center, FEMA Operations Division Supervisor for Lincoln County Jan Ostrat (R) speaks with Vance Pennington of the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. Applicant Briefings are the first step in the PA application process for federal  reimbursement for expenses related to the tornadoes of May 19-20.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Shawnee, Okla., May 28, 2013 -- At today's Public Assistance (PA) Appl...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Shawnee, OK Keywords: Public Assistance Applicant Briefing reimbursement ^ Pub... More

Cherokee, N.C., March 14, 2013 -- Annette Wright, a FEMA Region IV Procurement officer conducts a workshop for native company owners interested in working with FEMA in Cherokee, NC.  FEMA is working representatives of the EBCI and the State of North Carolina to assist with road and other public work projects which were damaged during a severe weather incident earlier in the year. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Cherokee, N.C., March 14, 2013 -- Annette Wright, a FEMA Region IV Pro...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Cherokee, NC Keywords: FEMA federal contracts Native Americans North Carolina EBCI ... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., Feb. 25, 2013 -- The reconstruction of the boardwalk continues along the beach with plans to be completed by this summer. FEMA works with federal, state and private sector, to assist people impacted by the storm. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., Feb. 25, 2013 -- The reconstruction of the boar...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Seaside Heights, NJ Keywords: Beach Boardwalk Construction New Jersey Restoration... More

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