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Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano speaks to FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bryne after a press conference in front of the City Hall. Secretary Napolitano is here to meet with officials in support of federal, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Homeland Security Secretary and FCO at Press Conference in AL Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Depar More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano speaks at a Hackelburg city hall meeting. Seated left to right; Art Faulkner State Emergency Management Agency Director, Secretary Napolitano, US Senator Robert Aderholt, State Representative Mike Milligan, and other state/local officials. Secretary Napolitano is here to meet with officials in support of FEMA, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. . George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: US Homeland Security Secretary at City Hall Meeting in Al Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Departmen More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bryne responds to questions at a press conference at the Hackleburg city hall. Present are: Secretary of US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano(left); State Senator Roger Bedford; Art Faulkner, State Emergency Management Agency Director; US Senator Robert Aderholt; and State Representative Mike Milligan. Secretary Napolitano and FCO Bryne are here to meet with officials in support of federal, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA FCO at Press Conference in Alabama Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bryne More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano speaks at a press conference in front of the city hall. Also present are: Art Faulkner(left), State Emergency Management Agency Director; US Senator Robert Aderholt; and other state and local officials. Secretary Napolitano is here to meet with officials in support of federal, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: US Homeland Security Secretary at Press Conference in Alabama Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Depar More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano speaks with city, county, and state officials at the devastated high school. Secretary Napolitano is here to meet with officials in support of federal, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: US Homeland Security Secretary at Devastated High School in Al Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Depa More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- As storm impacted residents repair their roof in the background, Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano speaks at a press conference in front of the City Hall. Secretary Napolitano is here to meet with officials in support of federal, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: US Homeland Security Secretary at Press Conference in Alabama Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- As storm impacted residen More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano listens as FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bryne speaks at a Hackleburg city hall meeting (left to right: State Senator Roger Bedford; Art Faulkner, State Emergency Management Agency Director; Secretary Napolitano; and US Senator Robert Aderholt). Secretary Napolitano is here to meet with officials in support of federal, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: US Homeland Security Secretary Napolitano and FCO at City Hall Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Depa More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano listens as US Army Corps of Engineers Disaster Operations Manager Patsy Fletcher(center) and Corps Public Information Officer Karen Buehler speak after the Hackleburg city hall meeting. The Corps is missioned for Public Assistance debris removal which was a topic of discussion at the meeting. Secretary Napolitano is here to meet with officials in support of federal, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: US Homeland Security Secretary at City Hall Meeting in Al Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Departmen More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano speaks with Lynn Robinson, Red Cross Vice Chair, Board of Directors for Mid-Alabama Region and Mike Milligan, State Representative after the city hall meeting. Also present are US Senator Robert Aderholt, and Red Cross Alabama Tornado Disaster Relief Director Jim Reisweber. Secretary Napolitano is here to meet with officials in support of federal, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: US Homeland Security Secretary with Red Cross in Al Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Department of H More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano greets local officials at the devastated Hackleburg High School as US Senator Robert Aderholt, Art Faulkner State Emergency Management Agency Director, and FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bryne look on. Secretary Napolitano is here to meet with officials in support of federal, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: US Homeland Security Secretary at Devastated High School in Al Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- Secretary of the US Depa More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 --- This county was 52% underwater, flooding farmers' homes and land extensively. FEMA, together with SBA and the Dept of Agriculture, works to help farmers restore their way of life. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooding distruction Production Date: 06/02/2011 Caption: Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 --- This county was 52% underwater, flooding farmers' homes a More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 --- Farm equipment, safely stored high above the flood, line the sides of this elevated roadway for miles. FEMA will be working with SBA and the Dept of Agriculture to help farmers restore their way of life. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Saved Equipment Production Date: 06/02/2011 Caption: Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 --- Farm equipment, safely stored high above the flood, line the s More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 -- Almost one month since the Mississippi River crested, fields are still underwater. FEMA will be working with SBA and the Dept of Agriculture to help farmers restore their way of life. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Still in Flood Production Date: 06/02/2011 Caption: Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 -- Almost one month since the Mississippi River crested, fields are More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 -- Movable structures, brought to safety from the flood, line the sides of this elevated roadway for miles. FEMA will be working with SBA and the Dept of Agriculture to help farmers restore their way of life. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: High Ground Production Date: 06/02/2011 Caption: Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 -- Movable structures, brought to safety from the flood, line the sid More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Counce, Tenn. , June 13, 2011 -- A banner hangs over the front door of the Hardin County Sheriff's department, as FEMA has set up a Recovery Center there to help those with damages file for FEMA and SBA assistance. An EF-2 tornado with winds up to 125 mph came through residential areas on April 27th. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Recovery Center in Counce, Tenn. Production Date: 06/13/2011 Caption: Counce, Tenn. , June 13, 2011 -- A banner hangs over the front door of the Hardin County More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hot Springs, Ark. , June 13, 2011 -- Gary Colton, a Smalll Buisness Administration (SBA) public information officer, discusses the various disaster relief programs that may be available to residents affected by recent tornadoes and flooding, during a presentation to Arkansas educators. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Sharing Information With Arkansas Educators Production Date: 06/13/2011 Caption: Hot Springs, Ark. , June 13, 2011 -- Gary Colton, a Smalll Buisness Administra More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hot Springs, Ark. , June 13, 2011 -- A FEMA Mitigation specialist talks to Arkansas educators at a conference in Hot Spring, AR. FEMA and SBA are working with local, state and private agencies to provide information to residents affected by recent tornadoes and flooding. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Sharing Information With Educators Production Date: 06/13/2011 Caption: Hot Springs, Ark. , June 13, 2011 -- A FEMA Mitigation specialist talks to Arkansas edu More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Washington, D. C. , Aug. 26, 2011 -- DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano along with Red Cross President and CEO Gail McGoven(l), Craig Fugate, FEMA Administrator (r) and via video, NOAA National Hurricane Center Director, Bill Read, discuss the need for all citizens to be prepared at a press conference in the FEMA HQ. They discussed the current status of Hurricane Irene while encouraging residents to prepare for potential power outages and other disaster-related issues. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Press Conference on Hurricane Irene Production Date: 08/26/2011 Caption: Washington, D. C. , Aug. 26, 2011 -- DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano along with Re More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , September 22, 2011 -- Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano (middle), FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino (right) and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan tour the damaged high school. Just four months after a tornado destroyed the school, students were able to start the new school year on time in temporary facility.

The original database describes this as: Title: Secretary Napolitano Visits Reopened Joplin Schools Production Date: 09/22/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , September 22, 2011 -- Homeland Security Secretary Janet More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Greenfield, Mass. , September 30, 2011 -- The production crew and Federal Coordinating Officer take a group photo following taping of a 25 minute program featuring interviews with the Federal Coordinating Officer, FEMA Mitigation, HSUS, IRS and NFIP at the Greenfield Community Television (GCTV) studios. (Left to right) Jack Brennan, RX DAE; Alberto Pillot, RII DAE; Pauli Nugent, RI DAE; FCO Mark H. Landry; (kneeling) Maria Padron, HQ DAE; Marilyn Johnson, SBA PIO; Debra Young, RI DAE; Jose Vejarano, SBA PIO and Rian Carlson, HQ DAE. Photo by Win Henderson/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Production Crew Production Date: 09/30/2011 Caption: Greenfield, Mass. , September 30, 2011 -- The production crew and Federal Coordinating Officer take a grou More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Charlotte, Vt. , October 28, 2011 -- A Nordic Farms dairy cow licks a coffee cup. To encourage Vermonters to register for FEMA and SBA assistance FEMA has provided coffee cup holders with registration information to coffee vendors around the state. Photo by Wendell A. Davis Jr. /FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Cow licks Coffee Cup Production Date: 10/28/2011 Caption: Charlotte, Vt. , October 28, 2011 -- A Nordic Farms dairy cow licks a coffee cup. To encourage Vermon More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Charlotte, Vt. , October 28, 2011 -- The Nordic Farms dairy cows take a keen interest in the FEMA assistance signs held by Clark Hinsdale, Virginia Chamberlain, and Paul McAdams. Tropical Storm Irene devastated large sections of Vermont especially along the rivers. It is very important that Vermont residents register with FEMA and the SBA prior to the November 15th, 2011 deadline. Photo by Wendell A. Davis, Jr. /FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Dairy cows read FEMA sign Production Date: 10/28/2011 Caption: Charlotte, Vt. , October 28, 2011 -- The Nordic Farms dairy cows take a keen interest in the FEM More

Bayonne, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on it's first day of operation, Small Business Administration(SBA) Customer Service Representatives are busy. SBA provides loans and grants to eligible applicants, and is a FEMA partner in helping Hurricane Sandy survivors recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Bayonne, NJ Keywords: DRC SBA loan grant Hurricane Sandy ^ Grant ^ SBA ^ DRC ^ More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 6, 2012 -- Senator Kristen Gillibrand and Secretary Janet Napolitano meet disaster survivors and media personnel. The involvement of top level government officials is common in major disaster declarations. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: Napolitano ^ Secretary ^ Senator ^ Gillabrand ^ Concy Islan More

Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- The Small Business Administration (SBA) Business Recovery Center is open at the New Jersey City University Business Development Incubator to help eligible businesses recover from the impact of Hurricane Sandy. FEMA and the SBA are partners in disaster recovery assistance. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Jersey City, NJ Keywords: sign SBA BRC FEMA Hurricane Sandy ^ SBA ^ FEMA ^ hur More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino visited the Rockaways where she met with state, local officials, first responders, and volunteers to discuss ongoing response and recovery efforts of Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Geralda Calixte/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Geralda Calixte City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ FEMA Corps ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy ^ dhs ^ C More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2012 -- A Town Hall Meeting for Staten Island residents that were affected by Hurricane Sandy was held at New Dorp High School. Representatives from Federal, State and City Agencies will be in attendance including FEMA, SBA and many others. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Disaster ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ partners ^ State ^ s More

Bayonne, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on it's first day of operation, Small Business Administration (SBA) Customer Service Representative Jim Hall assists a potential applicant. SBA and FEMA are partners in helping Hurricane Sandy survivors recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Bayonne, NJ Keywords: SBA DRC loan grant Hurricane Sandy ^ Grant ^ SBA ^ DRC ^ More

Little Ferry, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Rising flood waters in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy caused water damage in hundreds of businesses in Bergen County, N.J. FEMA employees went from home to home and business to business inspecting damage and informing homeowners and business owners on how to apply for FEMA and SBA assistance. Walt Jennings/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Little Ferry, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) #14, Small Business Administration (SBA) Lead Applicant Specialist Cheryle Ingram speaks with a Hurricane Sandy survivor. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location, and SBA helps eligible individuals and businesses recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: SBA IA DRC loan grant ^ Grant ^ SBA ^ DRC ^ IA ^ loan More

Bayonne, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on it's first day of operation, Small Business Administration (SBA) Customer Service Representative Mike Bethany assists a potential applicant. SBA and FEMA are partners in helping Hurricane Sandy survivors recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Bayonne, NJ Keywords: SBA business individuals loans grants DRC Hurricane Sand More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center #24, Small Business Administration (SBA) Applicant Services Specialist Christine Hakeeb explains how SBA can help this Hurricane Sandy survivor. FEMA and SBA are federal partners in disaster recovery services. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: SBA DRC loan grant IA ^ Grant ^ SBA ^ DRC ^ IA ^ loan D More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano addresses New York media at the Coney Island Disaster Recovery Center after a tour of areas in the city impacted by Hurricane Sandy. DHS is the parent organization to FEMA, and is a key player in the response to the storm that devastated many areas of the northeast. Walt Jennings/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Coney Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center #14, Small Business Administration Applicant Specialist Barbara Madel speaks with a Hurricane Sandy survivor. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location and SBA is a major federal FEMA partner. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: DRC SBA IA loan grant ^ Grant ^ SBA ^ DRC ^ IA ^ loan More

Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- At the Small Business Administration (SBA) Business Recovery Center (BRC) at New Jersey City University, SBA Loss Verifier Virgilio Macion, Sr., completes verifications. FEMA and the SBA are partners in helping Hurricane Sandy survivors with recovery assistance and this BRC is set up to help eligible businesses recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Jersey City, NJ Keywords: SBA BRC: loan grant FEMA Hurricane Sandy ^ Grant ^ S More

Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- The Small Business Administration (SBA) Business Recovery Center is open at the New Jersey City University Business Development Incubator to help eligible businesses recover from the impact of Hurricane Sandy. FEMA and the SBA are partners in disaster recovery assistance. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Jersey City, NJ Keywords: SBA BRC Hurricane Sandy loan grant ^ Grant ^ SBA ^ h More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2012 -- FEMA Division Supervisor for Staten Island, Patrick Hernandez speaks to Staten Island residents about how FEMA has already help thousands of Hurricane Sandy survivors in the past month and continue to do so. A Town Hall Meeting for Staten Island residents that were affected by Hurricane Sandy was held at New Dorp High School. Representatives from Federal, State and City Agencies will be in attendance including FEMA, SBA and many others. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Disaster ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ partners ^ State ^ s More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Harrisburg, Ill. , March 5, 2012 -- As local media films the event, this Individual Assistance Preliminary Damage Assessment Team (IA PAD) (Larry Duke, FEMA IA; Ed Williams, SBA; Feliz Lopez, FEMA IA; Kate Mackz, State EMA Field Specialist, and Bill Summers, local Fire Chief) begins the walk to closely inspect areas damaged by the February tornado. The IA PDA is an important part of the State request for federal disaster assistance. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: PDA Team Begins the Door to Door Look at Tornado Damage Production Date: 03/05/2012 Caption: Harrisburg, Ill. , March 5, 2012 -- As local media films the event More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Frenchburg, Ky. , March 12, 2012 -- Michael Caulkins, Small Business Association Specialist, discusses with an applicant the SBA loan process. FEMA partners with the Small Business Association, which provides low interest loans to disaster survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Help for Applicants Available at Disaster Recovery Centers Production Date: 03/12/2012 Caption: Frenchburg, Ky. , March 12, 2012 -- Michael Caulkins, Small Bus More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Salyersville, Ky. , March 13, 2012 -- Damage to small businesses along the main highway is extensive. The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be staffed with Small Business Association professionals to provide information on SBA loans for rebuilding commerical properties. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Salyersville Motel Totally Destroyed Production Date: 03/13/2012 Caption: Salyersville, Ky. , March 13, 2012 -- Damage to small businesses along the main highw More

Severe Storm - Salyersville, Ky. , March 13, 2012 -- Damage to businesses along the main highway is extensive. The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be staffed with Small Business Association professionals to provide information on SBA loans for rebuilding commerical properties. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Salyersville Businesses Totally Destroyed Production Date: 03/13/2012 Caption: Salyersville, Ky. , March 13, 2012 -- Damage to businesses along the main highwa More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Salyersville, Ky. , March 13, 2012 -- Damage to businesses along the main highway is extensive. The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be staffed with Small Business Association professionals to provide information on SBA loans for rebuilding commerical properties. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Salyersville Businesses Totally Destroyed Production Date: 03/13/2012 Caption: Salyersville, Ky. , March 13, 2012 -- Damage to businesses along the main highwa More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Alexandria, Ky. , March 16, 2012 -- JoAnne McDowell, Community Relations Specialist discusses with Jack Camp, Small Business Administration Public Information Officer, the areas they will be visiting in Campbell County. FEMA works closely with the SBA to provide victims information FEMA grants and SBA loans. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Specialists Work with Federal Partners Production Date: 03/16/2012 Caption: Alexandria, Ky. , March 16, 2012 -- JoAnne McDowell, Community More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Dry Ridge, Ky. , March 16, 2012 -- Jack Camp, Small Business Administration Specialist and Rene Bafalis,FEMA Public Information Officer, are interviewed by Ken Stone at WNKR-FM radio station. FEMA and the SBA reach out through TV, Radio and Newspapers to get information on available assistance to all Kentucky tornado victims. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Radio Interview in Dry Ridge, Kentucky Production Date: 03/16/2012 Caption: Dry Ridge, Ky. , March 16, 2012 -- Jack Camp, Small Business Administration Special More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Butler, Ky. , March 20, 2012 -- Jack Camp of the Small Business Administration, answers questions following the very well attended community meeting. Representatives from FEMA and the SBA participate in these events to encourage disaster survivors to file for assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Survivors Seek Information Following Meeting Production Date: 03/20/2012 Caption: Butler, Ky. , March 20, 2012 -- Jack Camp of the Small Business Administratio More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Menifee County, Ky. , March 23, 2012 -- A new home is in place and salvaged possessions have been brought to the site. FEMA's goal is to provide grant and SBA funds to help restore the lives of those affected in a disaster. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: New Home Almost Ready for Occupancy Production Date: 03/23/2012 Caption: Menifee County, Ky. , March 23, 2012 -- A new home is in place and salvaged possession More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Fort White, Fla. , July 2, 2012 -- This Columbia County FEMA, SBA state, and local PDA team surveys Tropical Storm Debby damage to homes along the Santa Fe River. Currently 20 per cent of roads in this area are completely closed due to 25 inces of rain in 2 days. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Preliminary Damage Assessments by Boat in Florida Production Date: 07/02/2012 Caption: Fort White, Fla. , July 2, 2012 -- This Columbia County FEMA, SBA state, More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Fort White, Fla. , July 2, 2012 -- This Columbia County FEMA, SBA, state, and local PDA team surveys Tropical Storm Debby damage to homes along the Santa Fe River. Currently 20 per cent of roads in this area are completely closed due to 25 inches of rain in 2 days. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Preliminary Damage Assessment by Boat in Florida Production Date: 07/02/2012 Caption: Fort White, Fla. , July 2, 2012 -- This Columbia County FEMA, SBA, state, More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Crawfordville, Fla. , July 6, 2012 -- Small Business Administration Specialist Bill Tryon interviews a storm survivor at the Wakulla County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center. SBA can offer potential financial assistance to storm survivors and is an important partner with FEMA in response to Tropical Storm Debby. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: SBA Interview at Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 07/06/2012 Caption: Crawfordville, Fla. , July 6, 2012 -- Small Business Administration Specialist B More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Lake City, Fla. , July 9, 2012 -- At the Columbia County Disaster Recovery Center (DRC), Small Business Administration (SBA) Specialist Mary Freeman speaks with Tropical Storm Debby affected survivors. SBA provides information, grants, and low interest loans to eligible homeowners, renters, and businesses to help in disaster recovery. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: SBA Interview at Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 07/09/2012 Caption: Lake City, Fla. , July 9, 2012 -- At the Columbia County Disaster Recovery Cente More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 -- From left to right, Slidell Mayor Freddy Drennan, Lt DeZiminger, Gerald Stolar, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer, Sen Mary Landrieu, and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano at an emergency food distribution center. Secretary Napolitano visited Louisiana and Mississippi to assess the current needs of the areas affected by Hurricane Isaac. FEMA is providing assistance to those affected by Hurricane Isaac. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: DHS Sec Napolitano visits Emergency Food Distribution Production Date: 09/02/2012 Caption: Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 -- From left to right, Slidell Mayor Fre More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano along with Sen Mary Landrieu, talks to a volunteer from the Convey of Hope, a faith-based organization that distributes ice and food to residents affected by disasters. Secretary Napolitano visited Louisiana and Mississippi to assess the current needs of the areas affected by Hurricane Isaac. Secretary Napolitano has ordered FEMA to provide assistance to the affected areas. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: DHS Secretary Napolitano visits Emergency Food Distribution Point Production Date: 09/02/2012 Caption: Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 -- Department of Homeland Se More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 --DHS Sec. Janet Napolitano addresses questions about FEMA's response to Hurricane Isaac at a press conference She is joined by Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-Louisiana and local officials. Napolitano visited LA and MS to assess the current needs of the areas affected by Hurricane Isaac. Napolitano has ordered FEMA to provide assistance to the affected areas. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: DHS Sec Napolitano holds a press conference in Slidell, La. Production Date: 09/02/2012 Caption: Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 --DHS Sec. Janet Napolitano addres More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 --DHS Sec. Janet Napolitano addresses questions about FEMA's response to Hurricane Isaac at a press conference in Slidell, La. She is joined by Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-Louisiana and local officials. Napolitano visited LA and MS to assess the current needs of the areas affected by Hurricane Isaac. Napolitano has ordered FEMA to provide assistance to the affected areas. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: DHS Sec Napolitano holds a press conference in Slidell, La. Production Date: 09/02/2012 Caption: Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 --DHS Sec. Janet Napolitano addres More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 -- DHS Sec. Janet Napolitano along with Sen. Mary Landrieu (D-La. ) joins a member of the Louisiana National Guard in distributing ice to residents in Slidell, La. , who were affected by Hurricane Isaac. Napolitano visited LA and MS to assess the current needs of the areas affected by Hurricane Isaac. Napolitano has ordered FEMA to provide assistance to the affected areas. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: DHS Sec Napolitano visits emergency food distribution point Production Date: 09/02/2012 Caption: Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 -- DHS Sec. Janet Napolitano along More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 -- DHS Sec. Janet Napolitano helps distribute ice to residents in Slidell, La. , who were affected by Hurricane Isaac. Napolitano visited Louisiana and Mississippi to assess the current needs of the areas affected by the storm. Under Napolitano's leadership, FEMA supports state, tribal and local governments to provide assistance to people in affected areas. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: DHS Sec Napolitano visits emergency food distribution point Production Date: 09/02/2012 Caption: Slidell, La. , Sep. 2, 2012 -- DHS Sec. Janet Napolitano helps More

Queens, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2013 -- Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Willie Nunn welcomed Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano as she met with staff from FEMA and other agencies during a visit to the New York Joint Field Office, thanking them for their efforts in helping New York recover from Hurricane Sandy. Since Hurricane Sandy hit New York October 29, 2012, FEMA has provided more the $6.4 billion in assistance.K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-08-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: JFO ^ FEMA ^ homeland security ^ hurricane sandy ^ Joint Fi More

New York, N.Y., June 14, 2013 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Michael Byrne and Deputy FCO Willie Nunn met with Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Shaun Donovan, Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) executives at Bellevue Hospital to discuss repair work taking place in a number of New York City Hospitals damaged during Hurricane Sandy. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Bellevue Hospital FEMA HHC Hurricane Sandy Janet Napolita More

Queens, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2013 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano met with staff from FEMA and other agencies during a visit to the New York Joint Field Office, thanking them for their efforts in helping New York recover from Hurricane Sandy. Since Hurricane Sandy hit New York October 29, 2012, FEMA has provided more the $6.4 billion in assistance. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-08-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: JFO ^ FEMA ^ homeland security ^ hurricane sandy ^ Joint Fi More

Chicago, Ill., June 3, 2013 -- At the Senior Fair, presented by Congressman Dan Lipinski, FEMA Individual Assistance Liason Paula Shaw and SBA Public Affairs Specialist Angel Class explain how FEMA registration and SBA loan programs help people with storm damage recover. FEMA is assisting survivors across Illinois following the severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding that caused damage to thousands of homes in April and May 2013. David Fine/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: David Fine City/State: Chicago, IL Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Federal Partners ^ More

Queens, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2013 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano receives a briefing on recovery efforts for Hurricane Sandy during a visit to FEMA's New York Joint Field Office. Federal Coordinating Officer Willie Nunn briefs Secretary Napolitano. Since Hurricane Sandy hit New York Oct. 29, 2012, FEMA has provided more than $6.4 billion in assistance to help New York recover. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-08-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coasta More

Queens, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2013 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano met with FEMA's senior staff at the New York Joint Field Office where she received an update on Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts. Hurricane Sandy hit New York Oct. 29, 2012. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-08-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coasta More

New York, N.Y., June 14, 2013 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Shaun Donovan, met with Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) executives at Bellevue Hospital to discuss repair work taking place in a number of New York City Hospitals damaged during Hurricane Sandy. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Bellevue Hospital FEMA HHC Hurricane Sandy Janet Napolita More

Moore, Okla., June 7, 2013 -- A business lies in ruin along 4th Avenue after the deadly EF-5 May 20 tornado devastated homes and businesses. FEMA partner, Small Business Administration (SBA) can offer low interest loans to rebuild and other services for eligible applicants. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: SBA damage Individual Assistance loans ^ Damage ^ SBA ^ In More

New York, N.Y., June 14, 2013 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Shaun Donovan, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Michael Byrne and Deputy FCO Willie Nunn met with Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) executives at Bellevue Hospital to discuss repair work taking place in a number of New York City Hospitals damaged during Hurricane Sandy. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Bellevue Hospital FEMA HHC Hurricane Sandy Janet Napolita More

New York, N.Y., June 14, 2013 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Shaun Donovan, met with Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) executives at Bellevue Hospital to discuss repair work taking place in a number of New York City Hospitals damaged during Hurricane Sandy. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Bellevue Hospital FEMA HHC Hurricane Sandy Janet Napolita More

Moore, Okla., May 26, 2013 -- The Camden Village Mall was severely damaged by the May 20 tornado. FEMA federal partner Small Business Administration (SBA) may provide low cost recovery loans to eligible home owners and businesses. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: SBA loans damage ^ Damage ^ SBA ^ Loans Disaster Types: S More

Queens, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2013 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano met with staff from FEMA and other agencies during a visit to the New York Joint Field Office, thanking them for their efforts in helping New York recover from Hurricane Sandy. Since Hurricane Sandy hit New York October 29, 2012, FEMA has provided more the $6.4 billion in assistance. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-08-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: JFO ^ FEMA ^ homeland security ^ hurricane sandy ^ Joint Fi More

Moore, Okla., May 26, 2013 -- The Camden Village Mall was severely damaged by the May 20 tornado. FEMA federal partner Small Business Administration (SBA) may provide low cost recovery loans to eligible home owners and businesses. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: damage SBA recovery loans ^ Damage ^ Recovery ^ SBA ^ Loan More

New York, N.Y., June 14, 2013 --FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Michael Byrne and Deputy FCO Willie Nunn met with Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Janet Napolitano, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Shaun Donovan, Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) executives at Bellevue Hospital to discuss repair work taking place in a number of New York City Hospitals damaged during Hurricane Sandy. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Bellevue Hospital FEMA HHC Hurricane Sandy Janet Napolita More

Moore, Okla., June 7, 2013 -- Family photos lie in the ruins of this business along 4th Avenue. The deadly EF-5 May 20 tornado devastated homes and businesses, and FEMA partner, Small Business Administration(SBA) can offer low interest loans to rebuild. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: SBA Individual Assistance photos ^ SBA ^ Individual assist More

Long Beach, N.Y., Jan. 7, 2013 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists visited Long Beach business owners to check their registration status for federal assistance and explain the SBA (Small Business Administration) assistance program. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Disaster ^ Community ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA More

Des Plaines, Ill., May 28, 2013 -- Small Business Administration Customer Service Specialist Cecilia Kage assists a survivor with SBA program information at the Disaster Recovery Center in Des Plaines. FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers are open across the state of Illinois assisting survivors following the severe storms, straightline winds and flooding that caused damage to thousands of homes in April and May 2013. David Fine/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: David Fine City/State: Des Plaines, IL Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Disaster Recove More

Queens, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2013 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano met with staff from FEMA and other agencies during a visit to the New York Joint Field Office, thanking them for their efforts in helping New York recover from Hurricane Sandy. Since Hurricane Sandy hit New York Oct. 29, 2012, FEMA has provided more the $6.4 billion in assistance. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-08-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coasta More

Queens, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2013 -- Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano met with staff from FEMA and other agencies during a visit to the New York Joint Field Office, thanking them for their efforts in helping New York recover from Hurricane Sandy. Since Hurricane Sandy hit New York Oct. 29, 2012, FEMA has provided more the $6.4 billion in assistance. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-08-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coasta More

New York, N.Y., June 14, 2013 --Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Janet Napolitano, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Shaun Donovan, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Michael Byrne and Deputy FCO Willie Nunn met with Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) executives at Bellevue Hospital to discuss repair work taking place in a number of New York City Hospitals damaged during Hurricane Sandy. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Bellevue Hospital FEMA HHC Hurricane Sandy Janet Napolita More

"Elberta, AL, July 3, 2014 -- This is a sign outside of the Small Business Administration (SBA) recovery center in Elberta, AL. SBA is working with FEMA to provide assistance to residents afffected by recent severe storms and tornadoes that swept through Alabama. Patsy Lynch/FEMA"

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-07-03 18:38:37 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Elberta, AL Keywords: SBA ^ Alabama ^ FEMA ^ Recovery ^ severe storms ^ tornadoes More

Mobile, Ala., June 10, 2014 -- A Small Business Administration (SBA) representative talks to a resident about various SBA programs at the Mobile, Ala. Disaster Recovery Center. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-06-10 21:11:15 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Mobile, AL Keywords: SBA ^ Assistance ^ Recovery ^ Response ^ DRC Disasters: Alaba More

"Elberta, AL, July 3, 2014--Valerie Cobb, a Small Business Administration (SBA) claims specialist, works in the SBA recovery center in Elberta, AL. SBA is working with FEMA to provide assistance to residents afffected by recent severe storms and tornadoes that swept through Alabama. Patsy Lynch/FEMA"

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-07-03 18:57:08 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Elberta, AL Keywords: SBA ^ Alabama ^ FEMA ^ severe storms ^ tornadoes ^ Recovery More