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Oak Grove, Miss., March 2, 2013 -- Volunteers from Samaritan's Purse are raking and sweeping up debris, then moving it curb-side in the hard-hit Summertrace neighborhood. Volunteers are making a major difference by bringing debris to where the County can gather and remove it. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Bellewood road homes suffered a direct hit from the EF4 tornadoes, leaving homes either destroyed or in need of extensive repairs. FEMA representatives are visiting these homes, offering assistance and information to help restore lives. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

McLain, Miss., Feb. 22, 2013 -- Resident Douglas Nicholson points to the water line on his television during the visit of a FEMA Preliminary Disaster Assessment (PDA) Team. Greene County has requested a FEMA disaster declaration due to the damages from the flash floods which accompanied the tornado event February 10th. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: McLain, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4 More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Public Information Officer Rita Egan, answers questions for the Petal Disaster Recovery Center Manager Karrie Beardall. Public Information Officers stay in contact with the media and FEMA DRCs, sharing information so that survivors know where to turn for FEMA's assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The tornado that passed through Forrest County destroyed several homes and exposed this home's remains of a bedroom. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can get help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- One resident works to clear his property, as seen from a neighbor's yard. The car took a direct hit from a tree, but was unoccupied. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center a short distance from this street, so that residents may have easy access to applying for FEMA aid. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- Many of the homes in this subdivision are considered a total loss and residents are removing their possessions. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center nearby to assist the local residents with easy access to services provided by FEMA, the Small Business Administration and the American Red Cross. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Perry County, Miss., Feb. 22, 2013 -- This propane tank has broken free of its mounts and if it contains fuel it is dangerous. PDA teams are in Perry County verifying the damages to see if the county is eligible for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Perry County, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Terry Quarles introduces himself to Hattiesburg Mayor Johnny Dupree as the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Forrest County. FEMA and officials of the State of Mississippi are working closely together to meet the needs of tornado survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

McLain, Miss., Feb. 22, 2013 -- FEMA Preliminary Disaster Assessment (PDA) Representative Karrie Beardall and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency District 1 Area Coordinator Jennifer Cobb-Willis write down information provided to them by local residents. PDA teams verify the damages with visits to the damaged homes. Greene County has requested a FEMA disaster declaration due to the damages from the flash floods which accompanied the tornado event February 10th. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: McLain, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 28, 2013 -- Hazard Mitigation Specialist Leroy Ingram, Sr. and Community Relations Specialist Mickey Stillwagon talk to customer Robert Walters. FEMA is at Economy Hardware to distribute information and answer questions for customers. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Waynesboro, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Manager, Sam Lockey and Angela Atchison, Director, Wayne County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), discuss where to set up operations with volunteers from the American Red Cross. Volunteers play a vital role in responding to the needs of disaster survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Waynesboro, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding ( More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 27, 2013 -- Two very similar homes sit side by side - one badly damaged and one untouched. FEMA has literature available and mitigation booths at local hardware stores to help educate residents of tornado-prone how to best protect themselves from these fickle storms. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 25, 2013 -- Jack Camp, Public Information Officer for the Small Business Administration, answers questions for a student. FEMA has set up a "Mini-DRC" in the Student Union building on the campus of the University of Southern Mississippi. The tornado destroyed dormitory rooms and vehicles on the campus, but fortunately classes were out for Mardi Gras Break Week. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The tornado that passed through Petal destroyed an Ace Hardware store. The twisted Ace building and its roof destroyed this house across the street. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can get help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 26, 2013 -- Reilly Bean, a recently arrived FEMA Corps member from Group Ocean5, answers questions for faculty member Stacey Miles. FEMA set up a "Mini-DRC" in the Student Union building on the campus of the University of Southern Mississippi so questions can be answered face to face by FEMA, Mississippi Emergency Management Agency, and the Small Business Administration staff. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Kath Mayne, an American Red Cross volunteer, listens to a survivor, identifying her needs. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can obtain help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration and the American Red Cross, all in one visit. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The tornado that passed through Forrest County leveled homes, displacing survivors. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can get help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- This weather radio is on at the Petal Disaster Recovery Center as a necessary safety precaution. FEMA advises anyone that lives in a part of the country that has any potential for severe weather events, keep such a radio on at all times. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- A Samaritan's Purse volunteer removes a large panel of plasterboard, taking care to keep dust to a minimum. Volunteers receive training to protect themselves in the recovery effort, working tirelessly gutting homes so they can be restored. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- FEMA Applicant Services Specialist Julio Capestany posts a directional sign pointing to the recently opened Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at the Mt. Carmel Church of God. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Marion County to bring help closer to residents that have damages from the tornadoes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Foxworth, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Kelli Hamilton, Mississippi State Recovery Center Manager, in discussion with Angela White Carter, SE Mississippi Long Term Recovery Voluntary Organization in Active Disasters Representative. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 26, 2013 -- The electronic sign at the main campus entrance encourages students to register for FEMA assistance. FEMA staff has been at the University's Student Union, answering questions for students and staff. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Homes without roofs or flattened by fallen trees are seen throughout Hattiesburg. FEMA representatives are going door to door in those neighborhoods in the tornado's path, answering questions and providing information on how to apply for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- Electronic signs such as this one, can be a good way to get the message out to tornado survivors. FEMA has opened Disaster Recovery Centers in the neighborhoods hardest hit by the February 10th Tornado. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 4, 2013 -- Darrell Lewis, an R3SM (Recover Rebuild Restore Southeast Mississippi) volunteer carpenter, prepares a room for plastering. This building is being used by FEMA Corps and other volunteers that have come to work in the Hattisburg area. Presently housing 45 volunteers, they will be able to house at least 60 once the second floor is completed. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 2, 2013 -- Loretta Hollingbird, Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), answers questions at an entry gate to the Saturday evening basketball game. FEMA and MEMA have been on campus, answering questions for students and staff. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Personal items litter the grounds of this home which has lost both roof and walls. FEMA representatives are going door to door in areas which were in the tornado's path, offering assistance and information to help restore lives. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- FEMA's Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS) Information Technology Specialist Lathette Brooks configures a laptop for Disaster Recovery Center Manager Gary Erickson. MERS teams are used in the FEMA Disaster Response Mission, to provide logistical, life support, operations, and telecommunication support during the early stages of disaster response activities. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 27, 2013 -- A team from the ALERT (Air Land Emergency Resource Team) Academy in Texas is in Hattiesburg working to clean up the homes of tornado survivors. FEMA coordinates the many volunteer organizations with an appointed Voluntary Organization Liaison (VAL). Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The tornado that passed through Forrest County destroyed several homes, displacing most residents. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Oak Grove resident Erving Carr, sits in the remains of his home, thankful to have survived the EF-4 tornado. Mr. Carr and his wife survived without serious injury by hiding under the mattress in the bedroom. FEMA representatives are going door to door in these rural areas, offering assistance and information to help restore lives. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 15, 2013 -- FEMA External Affairs Officer Earl Armstrong provides the registration phone number to Michael Webb so he can help his father apply for assistance. FEMA staff is on the ground in Hattiesburg, providing information to help residents initiate the FEMA recovery process. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 26, 2013 -- Roger Crump, Loss Verifier for the Small Business Administration and Reilly Bean, a recently arrived FEMA Corps worker, help an applicant. FEMA set up a "Mini-DRC" in the Student Union building on the campus of the University of Southern Mississippi so questions can be answered face to face. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- Damage such as missing or severely damaged roofs are seen throughout the town of Petal. Volunteers have been working in this area, gutting houses that can be restored. FEMA's Voluntary Agency's Liaison works to match up volunteer mission workers with homeowners in need of help clearing the debris. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

McClain, Miss., Feb. 22, 2013 -- AIR (Assess, Inform and Report) team members together with members of a PDA (Post Disaster Assessment Team, meet up with Dale Carnahan, Director of the Perry County Emergency Management Agency. Perry and Greene counties have requested FEMA disaster declarations due to the damages from the flash floods and high winds which accompanied the tornado event February 10th. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4101) Disaster Types: Fl More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 15, 2013 -- FEMA External Affairs Officer Earl Armstrong provides information to Linda Blaize as she works to clear her yard. FEMA staff is on the ground in Hattiesburg, providing information to help residents apply for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Purvis, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- Priscilla Llamas, Assistant External Affairs Officer-Community Relations, welcomes members of FEMA Corps, Group Ocean5 to Mississippi. FEMA Corps will be working with Community Relations teams and in the Disaster Recovery Centers assisting tornado survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Purvis, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4 More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- The high school lost its field maintenance building and the indoor batting building as well as signs and lights - but the school only suffered minor damage. FEMA's Public Assistance Program will be accepting applications for grants to assist in the restoring of public buildings damaged by the tornado Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 4, 2013 -- The R3SM (Recover Rebuild Restore Southeast Mississippi) "Blue House" is well known in Hattiesburg. First built over 100 years ago to house railway workers, it now is home away from home for 45 volunteers, including FEMA Corps members. R3SM will be able to house at least 60 people once the second floor renovations are completed. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Perry County, Miss., Feb. 22, 2013 -- A home sat at this location, but the force of the flooding Leaf River massively eroded the bank, taking the home. PDA teams are in Perry County verifying the damages, to see if the county is eligible for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Perry County, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- A.G. Kennedy helps out his elderly neighbor by sorting through the remains of his home which was struck by the EF4 tornado. FEMA, the State and several volunteer agencies are out in the areas that were hardest hit, pitching in to help. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- Steven Branch, a local Red Cross Volunteer, receives snacks from volunteer Ernestine Campbell. American Red Cross volunteers are positioning their trucks in locations where they can provide food and supplies to workers and disaster survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- The high school lost its field maintenance building, an indoor batting building as well as signs and lights - but the school only suffered minor damage. FEMA's Public Assistance Program will be accepting applications for grants to assist in the restoring of public buildings damaged by the tornado Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 25, 2013 -- Iris Fields, Hazard Mitigation Specialist, is interviewed by WHLT Channel 22, as Jack Heesch, FEMA Media Relations Specialist looks on. FEMA has Hazard Mitigation Specialists at Hattiesburg Lowe's and Home Depot, distributing advice and information about making a safe room in your home. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- This dormitory building was in the direct path of the tornado that tore through the University of Southern Mississippi but closed for renovations - therefore no residents were injured. FEMA grants will be available throughout the FEMA Public Assistance Program to help the University recover from this event. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Homes that were not in the path of the tornado also suffered damages from flying debris. FEMA representatives are going door to door answering questions and providing information on how to apply for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Purvis, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- A group of FEMA Corps members have come to Mississippi following a deployment to New York Sandy Super-Storm. FEMA Corps initially are given training but now have experience on the job to add to their skills helping disaster survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Purvis, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4 More

Purvis, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Equipment is unpacked as fast as possible, so that the Joint Field Office will be "turn-key" when the JFO staff arrives. The setting up of a Joint Field Office is a complicated procedure and the logistics specialists are experts at getting FEMA operations active and functioning. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Purvis, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4 More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Karrie Beardall, Disaster Recovery Center Manager, talks with an applicant and brings her a degree of comfort. FEMA's mission in a Recovery Center is not only to answer questions concerning applications, but to give survivors a place to talk with staff that cares and understands their stress. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- Marcus Lewis and Candace Warner of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency join with FEMA staff to provide services to tornado survivors in the newly opened Recovery Center. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Marion County to bring help closer to residents that have damages from the tornadoes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Foxworth, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 4, 2013 -- Thomas Gusler, a Habitat for Humanity volunteer carpenter, drove from Pennsylvania to assist in getting this project completed. This building, belonging to Recover Rebuild Restore Southeast Mississippi, is used by FEMA Corps and other volunteers that come to work in the Hattiesburg area. Presently housing 45 volunteers, they will be able to house at least 60 once the second floor is completed. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- FEMA Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS) Information Technology Specialist Olie Burkes,sets up communications for Forrest County Disaster Recovery Center Manager Jesse Gordon. MERS teams are used in the FEMA Disaster Response Mission, to provide logistical, life support, operations, and telecommunication support during the early stages of disaster response activities. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 1, 2013 -- This apartment complex on Hartfield Road was severely damaged and not liveable due to the tornado that tore through Hattiesburg on February 10th. FEMA has rental resources staff actively working to identify alternative housing options for residents displaced by disaster events. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The power of a tornado's wind is seen where flying objects were driven through exterior walls. This is why it is important to find a safe interior space when a tornado is approaching. FEMA recommends building safe rooms when possible in tornado-prone areas. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Perry County, Miss., Feb. 22, 2013 -- FEMA Preliminary Disaster Assessment (PDA) Representative Karrie Beardall and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency District 1 Area Coordinator Jennifer Cobb-Willis write down what they are observing in the flooded area. PDA teams verify conditions with visits to damaged homes. Perry County has requested a FEMA disaster declaration due to the damages from the flash floods which accompanied the tornado event February 10th. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Perry County, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Waynesboro, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Angela Atchison (center), Director, Wayne County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), discusses assignments with Sylvia Gibson (left), Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and Merdeth Lee (right), MEMA. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Waynesboro so that survivors can get help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Waynesboro, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding ( More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Cindie Waters, American Red Cross (ARC) Disaster Services, welcomes disaster survivors to visit them at the Forrest County Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). FEMA, State, Country and Voluntary Agencies such as the ARC, are at DRCs to prove a "one stop" place for tornado survivors to get needed help and information. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Tree damage this severe allows investigators to judge the power of the tornado as it touched down in this area. FEMA representatives are in Oak Grove visiting the damaged neighborhoods, providing information to local area residents that have been impacted by this event. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 27, 2013 -- The Westminster Presbyterian Church was heavily damaged and the Presbytery offices virtually destroyed by the EF-4 Tornado. The Small Business Administration has low interest loans available to assist in the recovery process. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- Gerald Harfoot, Voluntary Agency Liaison (VAL), explains the role of the voluntary agencies in Mississippi to newly arrived FEMA Corps workers. FEMA Corps workers will be working in the field with Community Relations staff and also will work with various agencies assisting in cleaning up tornado debris. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Waynesboro, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Fred Burt, FEMA Applicant Services Specialist, places signs directing disaster survivors to the Waynesboro Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). FEMA has set up a DRC in Waynesboro so that survivors can seek help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Waynesboro, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding ( More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The tornado that passed through Forrest County destroyed several homes in this area, displacing many residents. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can get help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Homes without roofs for protection are totally destroyed by the tornado's fury. FEMA is locating Disaster Recovery Centers in the areas that were hardest hit and FEMA staff is in these neighborhoods providing information on how to apply for FEMA help. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 2, 2013 -- Rita Egan, Media Specialist, joins other representatives from FEMA and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) encouraging basketball game attendees to register for FEMA assistance. FEMA and MEMA have been on campus, answering questions for students and staff. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 15, 2013 -- This home was detroyed by 3 large pine trees felled by the tornadoes on February 10th. FEMA staff is on the ground in Hattiesburg, providing information to help residents apply for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 27, 2013 -- A team from the ALERT (Air Land Emergency Resource Team) Academy in Big Sandy, Texas is in Hattiesburg working to clean up the homes of tornado survivors. FEMA coordinates the many volunteer organizations with an appointed Voluntary Organization Liaison (VAL). Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 15, 2013 -- Teams of telephone workers have come to Hattiesburg from Picayune, MS to assist in restoring service to local residents. FEMA is working with the utility companies to provide Public Assistance aid to those counties affected by the tornadoes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- All that remains is a few personal items, the mailbox and the new electric service. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Marion County to bring help closer to residents that have damages from the tornadoes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Foxworth, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR More

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) Manager Teresa Vertina, discusses with Community Relations specialists Robert Munoz and George Ostfeld, the needs they have found while working in Marion County FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Marion County to bring help closer to residents that have damages from the tornadoes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Foxworth, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- Samaritan's Purse volunteers work late in Forrest County, especially teams that include professional tree surgeons. Volunteers are an essential workforce in the recovery effort, working tirelessly in the cleanup. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 1, 2013 -- This Red Cross van is parked at the First Trinity Baptist Church on Mobile Street, handing out snacks and other small items to local residents. American Red Cross volunteers are positioning their trucks in locations where they can provide food and supplies to workers and disaster survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Purvis, Miss., March 6, 2013 -- Ron Johnson, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Advisor, speaks to a class. FEMA makes sure that all employees receive contact information and guidance concerning their rights and responsibilities as FEMA employees Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Purvis, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4 More

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- This rural home suffered significant damage due to the February 10th tornado that touched down in Marion County. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in the county to bring help closer to residents who have suffered losses Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Foxworth, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Mississippi Emergency Management (MEMA) representative Donna Gray assists in putting up signs as the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Forrest County prepares to open. FEMA and the State of Mississippi are working closely together to answer survivors' questions in FEMA DRCs. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- An 88 year old woman and her daughter were home and in a closet when the tornado struck and destroyed their home. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in this area so that residents may have easy access to information and help from FEMA. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 23, 2013 -- Iris Fields, Hazard Mitigation Specialist, prepares a display illustrating construction elements of a safe room. FEMA has Hazard Mitigation specialists at Home Depot, distributing advice and information about making a safe room in your home. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- Scrap metal and a few personal items sit beside the driveway of this rural home site. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Marion County to bring help closer to residents that have damages from the tornadoes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Foxworth, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The American Red Cross has set up distribution centers and food trucks in the most heavily damaged neighborhoods. FEMA works with many volunteer agencies to bring help to those affected by the tornado of February 10th. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The tornado that passed through Petal destroyed an Ace Hardware store. Workers are salvaging store inventory that survived the tornado. The Small Business Administration has business loans available to help restore businesses damaged by declared disasters. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Purvis, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Jackie Moats unpacks supplies at the soon to be open Joint Field Office. The setting up of a Joint Field Office is a complicated procedure and the Joint Field Office support staff are experts at getting FEMA operations active and functioning. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Purvis, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4 More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- The EF-4 Tornado which struck this neighborhood left little to be salvaged. FEMA representatives are going door to door in these damaged areas, offering assistance and information to help restore lives. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Perry County, Miss., Feb. 22, 2013 -- Most homes along the Leaf River were seasonal, but not all. This home and others nearby were swept away when the river flooded to the highest level in 33 years. Perry County has requested a FEMA disaster declaration due to the extensive flooding in the county. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Perry County, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 2, 2013 -- Monique Draper, Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), passes out FEMA information at an entry gate to the Saturday evening basketball game. FEMA and MEMA have been on campus, answering questions for students and staff. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Oak Grove resident Erving Carr, sits alone in the remains of his home after the area has been bulldozed. FEMA representatives are going door to door in these rural areas, offering assistance and information to help restore lives. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Charles Buckner, Applicant Services Specialist, assists a survivor who is applying via the Phone Bank at the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Forrest County. FEMA DRCs are opening in Hattiesburg to answer survivors' questions and to assist them through the application process. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., March 4, 2013 -- The family already selected to receive this home lost their apartment and all their possessions in the February 10th tornado. Habitat for Humanity has moved this project to the top of their list, so that the family may soon have a home. Voluntary agencies and their dedicated volunteers are absolutely essential to the recovery effort in disasters. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Homes suffered terrible damage due to fallen trees, but this home was one of the luckier ones - losing its trees but the home was not badly damaged. FEMA representatives are going door to door in those neighborhoods in the tornado's path, answering questions and providing information on how to apply for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Purvis, Miss., March 6, 2013 -- Brynn Parsons of the FEMA Corps signs out equipment in the Logistics Section at the Joint Field Office. FEMA Corps members are working in the Joint Field Office, gaining exposure to all kinds of support functions that are part of disaster recovery. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Purvis, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4 More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- An extensive effort is being made to reach as many residents as possible using roadside signs. Additionally, FEMA representatives are going door to door, offering assistance and information to help survivors restore their lives. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) has opened at the Lamar County Community Center in Hattiesburg. FEMA DRCs provide a "one stop" help center to aid tornado survivors file for FEMA grants and Small Business Administration Loans. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Entire neighborhoods have home after home destroyed by wind and falling trees. FEMA has opened Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) in these areas providing local access. FEMA representatives are going door to door answering questions and providing information on how to apply for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- Samaritan's Purse volunteers use gloves and face masks to protect themselves. Volunteers are an essential workforce in the recovery effort, working tirelessly gutting homes so they can be restored. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 2, 2013 -- Representatives from FEMA and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) pose beneath the school's "Golden Eagle" logo. FEMA and MEMA have come to the basketball game to encourage game attendees to register for FEMA assistance. FEMA and MEMA have been on campus, answering questions for students and staff. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Oak Grove, Miss., March 2, 2013 -- Volunteers from Samaritan's Purse drag debris curb-side in the hard-hit Summertrace neighborhood. Volunteers are making a major difference by bringing debris to where the County can gather and remove it. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 1, 2013 -- This safe room came through the EF-4 tornado in perfect condition, while all the other buildings that belonged to the Hattiesburg American Red Cross, were totally destroyed. FEMA has mitigation experts working in Hattiesburg with information on building safe rooms in their homes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- FEMA Applicant Services Specialist Henry Clyburn, listens to an applicant's questions. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can obtain guidance and help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 1, 2013 -- WDAM reporter and videographer Charles Herrington captures Mickey Stillwagon at work the Hazard Mitigation Table at the Economy Hardware Store. FEMA has tables manned by FEMA mitigation specialists, set up here as well as at Lowe's and Home Depot distributing information on building safe rooms. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- A Samaritan's Purse volunteer takes pride in cleaning out a damaged home, sweeping up the last of the plaster that was removed from the walls. Volunteers are an essential workforce in the recovery effort, working tirelessly gutting homes so they can be restored. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 27, 2013 -- Many older, elegant buildings need to be gutted before they can be restored, and many of these buildings were built before it was realized how dangerous asbestos is to one's health. FEMA Hazard Mitigation division has information available which addresses the dangers faced when restoring storm-damaged properties. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More