Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Repairs are now underway to prepare the island for the July 4 reopening. (Photo by K.C.Wilsey/FEMA)
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Repairs are now underway to prepare the island for the July 4 reopening. (Photo by K.C.Wilsey/FEMA)
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground in Russian neighborhoods in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Russian communities with language barriers are still without water, gas and electricity, many of the ... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College, 1 Education Drive Garden City is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners i... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Repairs are now underway to prepare the island for the July 4 reopening. (Photo by K.C.Wilsey/FEMA)
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
Debris in front of flooded building being cleaned up.
Debris in front of flooded building being cleaned up. FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners incl... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
Local hires join the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Local hires join the Federal Emergency Management Agency. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
At the Islip Disaster Recovery Center, Patricia Merrill,
At the Islip Disaster Recovery Center, Patricia Merrill, left, is interviewed by Shanita Washington, a Small Business Administration adviser. The Small Business Administration often works out of the Disaster Re... More
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground in Russian neighborhoods in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Russian communities with language barriers are still without water, gas and electricity, many of the ... More
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College, 1 Education Drive Garden City is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners i... More
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Fort Tilden Park,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Fort Tilden Park, 415 State Road, Breezy Point is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners including ... More
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Fort Tilden Park,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Fort Tilden Park, 415 State Road, Breezy Point is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners including ... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Fort Tilden Park,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Fort Tilden Park, 415 State Road, Breezy Point is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners including ... More
FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrnes swearing
FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrnes swearing in New York residents as local hires to assist residents in Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, stat... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Many of the brick paths around the island were damaged. Palettes of pavers are positioned around the i... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Many of the brick paths around the island were damaged. Palettes of pavers are positioned around the i... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
Community Relations on the Job
Katya Khizhnyat, FEMA Russian linguist, Joe Bertrand, a comunity relations expert, and Samir Valeja, team leader, prepare to begin a canvas of a neighborhood with a large Russian population.FEMA provides trans... More
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit organization whose members work tirelessly to work to protect the well-being of all animals and come to the aid of those in distress. FEMA partners, Guardians... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. The passenger dock suffered damage during the storm surge and the auxiliary dock was completely destro... More
Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrnes talks to
Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrnes talks to FEMA local hires about their job assisting residents in Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local ... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Repairs are now underway to prepare the island for the July 4 reopening. (Photo by K.C.Wilsey/FEMA)
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Repairs are now underway to prepare the island for the July 4 reopening. (Photo by K.C.Wilsey/FEMA)
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prepare chemicals
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prepare chemicals for disposal in orphan containers found in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Hurricane Sandy moved hundreds of hazardous chemical containers from homes and... More
Sandra Bradshaw and Joe Bertrand visit Barbara Bisset
Sandra Bradshaw and Joe Bertrand visit Barbara Bisset with disaster assistance information from FEMA. FEMA provides many kinds of assistance, including language assistance, to survivors. (Ed Edahl/FEMA)
Contractors move in to drill holes for light poles
Contractors move in to drill holes for light poles as the electrical grid is repaired. Contractors are routinely hired to facilitate a more rapid recovery for damaged infrastructure. (Ed Edahl/FEMA)
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground in Russian neighborhoods in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Russian communities with language barriers are still without water, gas and electricity, many of the ... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground in Russian neighborhoods in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Russian communities with language barriers are still without water, gas and electricity, many of the ... More
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College, 1 Education Drive Garden City is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners i... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrnes receives
Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrnes receives FEMA local hires. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organi... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Repairs are now underway to prepare the island for the July 4 reopening. (Photo by K.C.Wilsey/FEMA)
FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne swearing
FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne swearing in New York residents as local hires to assist residents in Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
Contractors run new telephone cables to replace equipment
Contractors run new telephone cables to replace equipment ruined by Hurricane Sandy. Contractors are routinely hired to facilitate a more rapid recovery for damaged infrastructure. (Ed Edahl/FEMA)
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit organization whose members work tirelessly to work to protect the well-being of all animals and come to the aid of those in distress. FEMA partners, Guardians... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
Electricians installing a heat register as part of
Electricians installing a heat register as part of the FEMA STEP Program. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in conjunction with state, local and tribal partners, is implementing a Sheltering and T... More
Local hires being sworn in to assist residents in Hurricane
Local hires being sworn in to assist residents in Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit organization whose members work tirelessly to work to protect the well-being of all animals and come to the aid of those in distress. FEMA partners, Guardians... More
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground in Russian neighborhoods in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Russian communities with language barriers are still without water, gas and electricity, many of the ... More
Local hires join the Federal Emergency Management Agency
Local hires join the Federal Emergency Management Agency to assist residents in Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, volunt... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
Electricians installing a heat register as part of
Electricians installing a heat register as part of the FEMA STEP Program. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in conjunction with state, local and tribal partners, is implementing a Sheltering and T... More
FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrnes swearing
FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrnes swearing in New York residents as local hires to assist residents in Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, stat... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College, 1 Education Drive Garden City is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners i... More
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground in Russian neighborhoods in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Russian communities with language barriers are still without water, gas and electricity, many of the ... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
Brian Boudreau, a Small Business Affairs disaster
Brian Boudreau, a Small Business Affairs disaster specialist, helps Carlos Mercade prepare his paper work for assistance at the Disaster Recovery Center in Rockaway as Joy Namulondo, another Small Business Aff... More
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground in Russian neighborhoods in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Russian communities with language barriers are still without water, gas and electricity, many of the ... More
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College, 1 Education Drive Garden City is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners i... More
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit organization whose members work tirelessly to work to protect the well-being of all animals and come to the aid of those in distress. FEMA partners, Guardians... More
Shanita Washington, a program expert with the Small
Shanita Washington, a program expert with the Small Business Administration, provides guidance to Patricia Merrill. The Small Business Administration is usually available at the Disaster Recovery Centers. Ed Edahl/FEMA
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Fort Tilden Park,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Fort Tilden Park, 415 State Road, Breezy Point is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners including ... More
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground in Russian neighborhoods in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Russian communities with language barriers are still without water, gas and electricity, many of the ... More
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground
FEMA Community Relations specialists are on the ground in Russian neighborhoods in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn. Russian communities with language barriers are still without water, gas and electricity, many of the ... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. The passenger dock suffered damage during the storm surge and the auxiliary dock was completely destro... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in conjunction with state, local and tribal partners, is implementing a Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power (STEP) Program to help people get back into their... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Many of the brick paths around the island were damaged. Palettes of pavers are positioned around the i... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
A town hall meeting for Staten Island residents that
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 including FEMA, SBA and many others ... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College,
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College, 1 Education Drive Garden City is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners i... More
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different
FEMA CR Team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, vo... More
Russian linguist Katya Khizhnyat assists community
Russian linguist Katya Khizhnyat assists community relations specialists with Russian translations. FEMA provides support in many different languages. (Ed Edahl/FEMA)
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit
Guardians of Rescue is a registered, not for profit organization whose members work tirelessly to work to protect the well-being of all animals and come to the aid of those in distress. FEMA partners, Guardians... More
EPA Employee prepare paint cans for disposal. The
EPA Employee prepare paint cans for disposal. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prepare chemicals for disposal in orphan containers found in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Hurricane Sandy moved hundreds o... More
Electricians replaced damaged breaker box for a new
Electricians replaced damaged breaker box for a new one as part of the FEMA STEP Program. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in conjunction with state, local and tribal partners, is implementing a ... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
A contracted cleaning crew discusses a plan to clean
A contracted cleaning crew discusses a plan to clean flooded floors. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organiza... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Repairs are now underway to prepare the island for the July 4 reopening. (Photo by K.C.Wilsey/FEMA)
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane
Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Many of the brick paths around the island were damaged. Palettes of pavers are positioned around the i... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When ... More
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School
Repairs are being made to East Rockaway High School and other public schools as part of the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort. Businesses and schools were shut down throughout the affected areas and many student... More
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers met before heading
Electricians, carpenters and plumbers met before heading out to assist qualified home owners for FEMA STEP Program. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in conjunction with state, local and tribal pa... More