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Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 11, 2010 -- Marv Davis (FEMA) polls residents of the Bordeaux community to find out who has registered with FEMA during a community meeting at Temple Church of Christ. FEMA is responding to the severe storms and flooding that damaged or destroyed many homes and businesses across Tennessee. David Fine/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 11, 2010 -- Marv Davis...

The original database describes this as: Title: Bordeaux Community Meeting Production Date: 05/11/2010 Caption: Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 11, 2010 -- Marv Davis (FEMA) polls residents of the Bordeaux community t... More

Flooding - Freeport, Ill. , August 4, 2010 --Mark Peterson, FEMA External Affairs officer, addresses a meeting of local, state and federal agencies and politicians which convened to discuss the Preliminary Damage Assessment process requested by the IL Governor's office. FEMA is working with state and other federal agencies to assist residents and businesses affected by recent flooding. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding - Freeport, Ill. , August 4, 2010 --Mark Peterson, FEMA Exter...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preliminary Damage Assessment Team meeting in Illinois Production Date: 08/04/2010 Caption: Freeport, Ill. , August 4, 2010 --Mark Peterson, FEMA External Affa... More

Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Eagle, Alaska, August 5, 2009 -- Alaska Governor Sean Parnell (center left) is briefed on recovery progress by FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Doug Mayne (center right). Of the community's 58 residences, 13 were destroyed and 8 were damaged, in addition to multiple businesses damaged or destroyed. - Jack Heesch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Eagle, Alaska, August 5, 2009 -- Alaska Gove...

The original database describes this as: Title: Alaska Governor Sean Parnell is briefed on recovery progress by FEMA's Doug Mayne Production Date: 08/05/2009 Caption: Eagle, Alaska, August 5, 2009 -- Alaska ... More

Flooding - Devil's Lake, N. D. , June 5, 2009 -- A road is covered with water from Spirit Lake. The saltwater lake has been steadily rising for the last several years, threatening homes and businesses in the area. Photograph by Samir Valeja/FEMA

Flooding - Devil's Lake, N. D. , June 5, 2009 -- A road is covered wi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooding in Devil's Lake Basin, North Dakota Production Date: 06/05/2009 Caption: Devil's Lake, N. D. , June 5, 2009 -- A road is covered with water from Spir... More

Events at the National Summit on Emerging Tribal Economies in Phoenix, Arizona, including address by Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Neal McCaleb, and also featuring displays showcasing successful tribal businesses

Events at the National Summit on Emerging Tribal Economies in Phoenix,...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

Award ceremonies on the rooftop of the Department of Interior headquarters building, honoring individuals, youth groups, schools, organizations, partnerships, businesses involved in volunteer conservation efforts under the Take Pride in America program

Award ceremonies on the rooftop of the Department of Interior headquar...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

Award ceremonies on the rooftop of the Department of Interior headquarters building, honoring individuals, youth groups, schools, organizations, partnerships, businesses involved in volunteer conservation efforts under the Take Pride in America program

Award ceremonies on the rooftop of the Department of Interior headquar...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

Award ceremonies on the rooftop of the Department of Interior headquarters building, honoring individuals, youth groups, schools, organizations, partnerships, businesses involved in volunteer conservation efforts under the Take Pride in America program

Award ceremonies on the rooftop of the Department of Interior headquar...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

[Hurricane Katrina] Lake Charles, LA, December 6, 2005 - (L-R) Phil Ganezer, Wendy Primeaux, Cathy Denison-Wicke and Clint Horbert, members of the Calcasieu Parish Long-Term Recovery Team, meet at the newly opened community storefront in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This operation, under the coordination of the Louisiana Recovery Authority and FEMA, encourages citizens, businesses and organizations to give input on area needs and future recovery suggestions through the storefront as well as gather information on what opportunities exist on how to recover and rebuild the parish and region. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Lake Charles, LA, December 6, 2005 - (L-R) Phil Ga...

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

[Hurricane Katrina] Lake Charles, LA, December 6, 2005 - Artwork and letters from local students adorn the walls at the newly opened Calcasieu Parish Long-Term Community Recovery Center in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The Louisiana Recovery Authority and FEMA have coordinated this long term recovery storefront operation to offer a place for citizens, businesses and organizations to gather, meet and obtain information on what opportunities exist to recover and rebuild the parish with focus on infrastructure, environment, housing and local economy. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Lake Charles, LA, December 6, 2005 - Artwork and l...

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

Two hundred and thirty-five US Navy (USN) Sailors from the Aircraft Carrier, USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV 67) (not shown), and more than 2,000 people from various businesses in the city participated in the CitiStreet's Corporate 5K run fundraiser in downtown Jacksonville, Florida (FL). The proceeds are donated to the Blue Cross / Blue Shield's, Northeast Child Abuse Prevention Program

Two hundred and thirty-five US Navy (USN) Sailors from the Aircraft Ca...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Jacksonville State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Grantez Stephens, Usn Release Status: Relea... More

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Fenton, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Local residents and area volunteers band together to fill sand bags and stack them next to businesses and property on the Meramec River, Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Fenton, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Local resid...

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

[Hurricane Dolly] South Padre Island,TX, July 28,2008 -- Representatives from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration document damages to a multifamily property on South Padre Island following Hurricane Dolly, a Category 2 hurricane that struck the island with more than 100 mile an hour winds. FEMA works closely with the State and local officials to determine the extent of damage caused by the disaster and it's impact on individuals, businesses and the community.

[Hurricane Dolly] South Padre Island,TX, July 28,2008 -- Representativ...

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

[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 19, 2008 -- A front end loader moves a pile of debris. Debris removal continues along the seawall on Galveston Island where Hurricane Ike made landfall. The city hopes to reopen next week for both residents and businesses. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 19, 2008 -- A front end lo...

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

[Hurricane Ike] Harris County, TX, September 20, 2008 -- This trailer was damaged and partially moved into the water on top of a seawall. The strong storm surge from Hurricane Ike swept inland, breaking reinforced barriers and carrying a trailer back to the water's edge. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides aid to municipalities, businesses, and individuals after disasters. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Harris County, TX, September 20, 2008 -- This trailer ...

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

[Hurricane Ike] Houston, TX, September 30, 2008 -- EPA contract employees Tori Gomez and Brenda McCaleb record the details of "orphan containers" found in Harris County and taken to the Houston collection site. Hurricane Ike moved hundreds of hazardous chemical containers from homes and businesses. FEMA has tasked the EPA with their collection and safe disposal. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Houston, TX, September 30, 2008 -- EPA contract employ...

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

Tornado - Raleigh, N. C. , April 18, 2011 -- Melissa Midgett, State Director for US Senator Kay Hagan(L) and Patricia Nickleberry, FEMA (R), meet in Bertie County to survey damage of homes and businesses following the tornado of April 16, 2011 that damaged or destroyed many areas of North Carolina. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Raleigh, N. C. , April 18, 2011 -- Melissa Midgett, State Di...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Responds to Tornado Damage in North Carolina Production Date: 04/18/2011 Caption: Raleigh, N. C. , April 18, 2011 -- Melissa Midgett, State Director for U... More

Tornado - Smithfield, N. C. , April 29, 2011 -- American Red Cross disaster volunteers work at the state disaster headquarters and distribution center in Smithfield, North Carolina. The American Red Cross and FEMA are partnering to respond to the severe storms and deadly tornadoes that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across North Carolina on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Smithfield, N. C. , April 29, 2011 -- American Red Cross dis...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by David Fine taken on 04/29/2011 in North Carolina Production Date: 04/29/2011 Caption: Smithfield, N. C. , April 29, 2011 -- American Red Cross di... More

Tornado - Vilonia, Ark. , May 11, 2011 --Tarrance Hamilton, a FEMA housing inspector gathers information from Wilt Schulitheis, whose home was damaged when a tornado ripped through the town of Vilonia. FEMA is working with local, state, private and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents and businesses affected by recent tornadoes and floods. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Tornado - Vilonia, Ark. , May 11, 2011 --Tarrance Hamilton, a FEMA hou...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Responds to Arkansas Disasters Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Vilonia, Ark. , May 11, 2011 --Tarrance Hamilton, a FEMA housing inspector gathers inf... More

Tornado - Vilonia, Ark. , May 11, 2011 --Tarrance Hamilton, a FEMA housing inspector gathers informaton on a home that was damaged when a tornado ripped through the town of Vilonia. FEMA is working with local, state, private and other federal agenices to provide assistance to residents and businesses affected by recent tornadoes and floods. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Tornado - Vilonia, Ark. , May 11, 2011 --Tarrance Hamilton, a FEMA hou...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Responds to Arkansas Disasters Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Vilonia, Ark. , May 11, 2011 --Tarrance Hamilton, a FEMA housing inspector gathers inf... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 11, 2011 -- The Smithville Mississippi Piggly Wiggly is one of many businesses damaged or destroyed by tornadoes which struck Smithville. FEMA offers assistance to businesses and residents affected by disasters. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 11, 2011 -- The Smithville Mississip...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Howard Greenblatt taken on 05/11/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 11, 2011 -- The Smithville Miss... More

Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- Hundreds of houses, businesses, and a regional hospital were destroyed the evening of May 22nd in Joplin, MO. FEMA, our federal partners, state and local government, and voluntary agencies are committed in trying to find appropriate housing options for residents affected by the recent tornadoes and severe weather. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- Hundreds of houses, businesses, and a re...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Continues Individual Assistance Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- Hundreds of houses, businesses, and a regional hospital... More

Long Island, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- 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 businesses into the marshland. FEMA has assigned EPA with the mission of collecting and disposing the chemicals. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

Long Island, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- The Environmental Protection Agenc...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Long Island, NY Keywords: Hazard ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ floods ^ sandy ^ New Yor... More

Atlantic City, N.J., Nov. 6, 2012 -- A member of the FEMA Corps hands an information flyer to an employee of a local business in Atlantic City, NJ. FEMA Corps members are assisting with FEMA Community Relations specialist to provide information to residents and businesses affected by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to affected individuals. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Atlantic City, N.J., Nov. 6, 2012 -- A member of the FEMA Corps hands ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Atlantic City, NJ Keywords: FEMA FEMA Corps New Jersey Hurricane Sandy assistance ^... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 6, 2012 -- Tornadoes tore through several communities in southern Indiana March 2, leaving behind a wide swatch of destruction and damaged homes and businesses, plus a number of deaths. This and other areas were hit so hard that it was difficult, if possible at all, to identify what the litter on the landscape had been. Michael Raphael/FEMA photo

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Henryville, Ind. , March 6, 2012 -- Tornadoes...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado Damage in Henryville Production Date: 03/06/2012 Caption: Henryville, Ind. , March 6, 2012 -- Tornadoes tore through several communities in southern In... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - LaPlace, La. , Sep. 1, 2012 -- Flood waters are still causing problems for residents and businesses in LaPlace, La. after Hurricane Isaac pass through the area. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents and businesses affected by Hurricane Isaac. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - LaPlace, La. , Se...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooding in Louisiana after Hurricane Isaac Production Date: 09/01/2012 Caption: LaPlace, La. , Sep. 1, 2012 -- Flood waters are still causing problems for res... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Gulfport, Miss. , Sep. 10, 2012 -- Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant speaks to survivors about their Hurricane Isaac experience at the Harrison County Disaster Recovery Center. FEMA is working to register survivors that sustained damaged from Hurricane Isaac. Hurricane Isaac destroyed thousands of homes and businesses across Mississippi and Louisiana on August 28, 2012. David Fine/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Gulfport, Miss. , Sep. 10, 2012 -- Mississi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant visits Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 09/10/2012 Caption: Gulfport, Miss. , Sep. 10, 2012 -- Mississippi Governor P... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Jean Laffitte, La. , Sep. 12, 2012 -- FEMA Individual Assistance specialists assist a resident of Jean Laffitte Parish with the registration process. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies assist residents and businesses affected by Hurricane Isaac. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Jean Laffitte, La...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA is helping affected communities recover Production Date: 09/12/2012 Caption: Jean Laffitte, La. , Sep. 12, 2012 -- FEMA Individual Assistance specialists ... More

El Reno, OK, November 13, 2013 -- FEMA Corps team members Ashley Cutter (left) and Samson Leonard (right) review responses to a disaster damage survey. At the request of the City of El Reno, FEMA Corps Hickory 3 visited area businesses to obtain information that the city may use to determine remaining unmet needs from severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding May 18 through June 2, 2013. FEMA Corps is helping National Disaster Recovery Support (NDRS) in Oklahoma. Photograph by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

El Reno, OK, November 13, 2013 -- FEMA Corps team members Ashley Cutte...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf Keywords: FEMA ^ FEMA Corps ^ NCCC ^ Oklahoma ^ disaster recovery ^ DR-4017 ^ El Reno ^ ... More

Forked River, N.J., Feb. 20, 2013 -- The Captain's Inn Tiki Bar, located at Townsend's Marina in Forked River, is being refurbished after having been literally lifted from its footings and dropped back down during the storm known as Hurricane Sandy. FEMA, along with the Small Business Administration, assists qualified small businesses and homeowners to obtain low interest loans for rebuilding or repair. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Forked River, N.J., Feb. 20, 2013 -- The Captain's Inn Tiki Bar, locat...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Forked River, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ hurricane sandy ^ small business administrati... More

Staten Island, N.Y., March 16, 2013 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) continue to register Hurricane Sandy survivors as the March 29th deadline for registration approaches. The DRC's offer information on repairing homes and businesses, financial, tax and legal help as well as other state and local advice. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., March 16, 2013 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ SBA ^ FEMA ^ legal ^ DRC ^ disaster rec... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., March 9, 2013 -- Businesses are re-opening in Seaside Heights, after having been shuttered due to Hurricane Sandy last October. FEMA works in tandem with federal state and local partners to assist with response, recovery and rebuilding of communities affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., March 9, 2013 -- Businesses are re-opening in S...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Seaside Heights, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ hurricane sandy ^ Boardwalk ^ Seaside Heig... More

El Reno, OK, November 13, 2013 -- FEMA Corps team members Samson Leonard (left) and Emily Reece (right) speak with Roman Bugaj of MMV Mixmaster and review his responses to a disaster damage survey. At the request of the City of El Reno, FEMA Corps Hickory 3 visited area businesses to obtain information that the city may use to determine remaining unmet needs from severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding May 18 through June 2, 2013. FEMA Corps is helping National Disaster Recovery Support (NDRS) in Oklahoma. Photograph by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

El Reno, OK, November 13, 2013 -- FEMA Corps team members Samson Leona...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf Keywords: FEMA ^ FEMA Corps ^ NCCC ^ Oklahoma ^ disaster recovery ^ DR-4017 ^ El Reno ^ ... More

Sea Bright, N.J., March 7, 2013 -- A few snow flurries are not slowing construction on this cabana project in Sea Bright. After the devastation caused by Sandy last October construction and rebuilding projects are visible along the New Jersey shore. FEMA partners with the Small Business Administration and other federal, state and local agencies to assist businesses and survivors of Hurricane Sandy throughout the recovery process. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., March 7, 2013 -- A few snow flurries are not slowing...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Sea Bright, NJ Keywords: Mitigation ^ Recovery ^ Sea Bright Disasters: New Jersey ... More

Lakewood, Colo., September 21, 2013 -- Community Relations (CR) specialists prepare for their deployment in the field to assist residents and businesses affected by the recent floods in Colorado. FEMA is working with local, state and Federal agencies provide assistance where applicable. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Lakewood, Colo., September 21, 2013 -- Community Relations (CR) specia...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-21 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Lakewood, CO Keywords: FEMA ^ Colorado ^ CR Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: ... More

West, Texas, May 5, 2013 -- Samantha Miller (right), a FEMA Corps member from New York State, uses her tablet computer to help a resident affected by the April 17 fertilizer plant explosion register for Federal Emergency Management Agency assistance. Miller and Sheila Kosier (center) a Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster survivor assistance specialist, worked together in neighborhoods affected by the April 17 fertilizer plant explosion. FEMA is providing assistance to homeowners, renters and businesses affected by the event. Norman Lenburg/FEMA

West, Texas, May 5, 2013 -- Samantha Miller (right), a FEMA Corps memb...

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

El Reno, OK, November 13, 2013 -- FEMA Corps team members pose for a group photo after reviewing responses to a disaster damage survey. At the request of the City of El Reno, FEMA Corps Hickory 3 visited area businesses to obtain information that the city may use to determine remaining unmet needs from severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding May 18 through June 2, 2013. FEMA Corps is helping National Disaster Recovery Support (NDRS) in Oklahoma. Photograph by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

El Reno, OK, November 13, 2013 -- FEMA Corps team members pose for a g...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf Keywords: FEMA ^ FEMA Corps ^ Oklahoma ^ disaster recovery ^ DR-4017 ^ El Reno ^ El Reno... More

West, Texas, May 5, 2013 -- Sheila Kosier (center) a Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster survivor assistance specialist, and Samantha Miller (right), a FEMA Corps member from New York State, answer questions for a survivor of the recent fertilizer plant explosion. FEMA is providing assistance to homeowners, renters and businesses affected by the event. Norman Lenburg/FEMA

West, Texas, May 5, 2013 -- Sheila Kosier (center) a Federal Emergency...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Norman Lenburg City/State: West, TX Keywords: FEMA FEMA Corps Federal Emergency Management Agency Samantha ... More

Queens, N.Y., Jan. 8, 2013 -- Community Relations Specialists Jean Ones Austin and Joyce Lincoln distribute flyers to Haitian small businesses about recovery information following Hurricane Sandy. FEMA provides assistance information to everyone that was impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Ashley Andujar/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Jan. 8, 2013 -- Community Relations Specialists Jean One...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ashley Andujar City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ Community Relations ^ Limited English Proficiency ^ ... More

Fairfield, Ala., June 20, 2014 -- Pat Crawford (left) and Doris Maldonao, FEMA Mitigation Community Education Outreach (OEC) specialists, talks to a resident at a Lowe's Hardware store in Fairfield, Ala. FEMA is working with local businesses to provide information to residents who may have been affected by recent storms. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Fairfield, Ala., June 20, 2014 -- Pat Crawford (left) and Doris Maldon...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-06-20 19:51:15 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Fairfield, AL Keywords: Alabama ^ FEMA ^ Mitigation ^ Response ^ private sector Di... More

Salem, Ala., June 5, 2014 -- A home in Salem, Ala. was destroyed when a tornado ripped through a mobile home park in Salem. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents and businesses affected by recent storms in Alabama. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Salem, Ala., June 5, 2014 -- A home in Salem, Ala. was destroyed when ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-06-05 00:54:18 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Salem, AL Keywords: Tornado ^ Alabama ^ damaged home Disasters: Alabama Severe Sto... More

"When a magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck the city of Napa, California in the early hours of August 24th, 2014, many homes, businesses and office buildings like this one suffered damage."

"When a magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck the city of Napa, California i...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-27 16:49:47 UTC Photographer Name: Eilis Maynard City/State: Napa, CA Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) Disaster Types: Earthquake P... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- Small Business Administration Representatives Jenny Stewart and Jack Medder are welcomed by Chamber President Henry Cote, as the SBA Business Center opens in the Chamber building today for businesses impacted by the tornado of April 24. SBA and FEMA are partners in disaster recovery. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- Small Bus...

The original database describes this as: Title: SBA Opens Business Center in Yazoo City, MS Production Date: 05/14/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- Small Business Administration Representati... More

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Governoer Dan Mallow welcomes Karin Mills, Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) at the Bridgeport FEMA Disaster Recovery Center. The SBA works closely with FEMA, offering low interest loans to individuals and businesses as they struggle to recover from Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Governoer Dan Mallow welcomes Karin...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Bridgeport, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Type... More

Flooding - Bellevue, Tenn. , May 6, 2010 -- Residents of the Bellevue community are cleaning up after the Harpeth river flooded the surrounding area flooding and damaging many homes and businesses. FEMA is responding the severe storms and flooding that damaged or destroyed many homes and businesses across Tennessee. David Fine/FEMA

Flooding - Bellevue, Tenn. , May 6, 2010 -- Residents of the Bellevue ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged items waiting for pick up in Tennessee Production Date: 05/06/2010 Caption: Bellevue, Tenn. , May 6, 2010 -- Residents of the Bellevue community are cl... More

Flooding - Colfax, Iowa, August 16, 2010 -- Division and Wall Street in Colfax, Iowa on Monday, August 16, 2010. Waters are receding from record flooding. Residents and businesses can work with FEMA, state and other federal agencies to get assistance. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Colfax, Iowa, August 16, 2010 -- Division and Wall Street i...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooded neighborhood in Colfax, Iowa Production Date: 08/16/2010 Caption: Colfax, Iowa, August 16, 2010 -- Division and Wall Street in Colfax, Iowa on Monday, ... More

SPC 4 David Casteel, a military policeman, stands guard to prevent looting of damaged shops and businesses in the aftermath of Hurricane Hugo

SPC 4 David Casteel, a military policeman, stands guard to prevent loo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Saint Croix State: Virgin Islands(VI) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene Camera Operator: MSGT Patrick Nugent Release Status: Released... More

Army National Guardsmen from Columbia, Missouri have been working nearly twenty four hours a day to protect small businesses. An extensive sandbagging and pumping operation are ongoing along the rear of a pawn, trophy and other small business shops

Army National Guardsmen from Columbia, Missouri have been working near...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: MIDWEST FLOODS Base: Festus State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: STAFF SGT. P... More

Summertime view of a restaurant along the Neretva river, with several foreign military patrons. Many businesses and cafes have been patched-up or completely refurbished and then restocked. This popular tourist area, surrounding the historic Mostar bridge, has numerous merchant alleys selling hand-crafted items, and cafes with contemporary American music playing. In accordance with the Dayton Accords, under which Operation JOINT ENDEAVOR (the multi-national peace mission in Bosnia) functions, the provision of a secure environment is at the heart of the reconstruction effort in Bosnia

Summertime view of a restaurant along the Neretva river, with several ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Base: Mostar Country: Bosnia And/I Herzegovina (BIH) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Lance Cheung, USAF Release S... More

Straight on rear view medium shot as multinational firefighters stationed in Butmir compound, Sarajevo, Bosnia in support of Operation Joint Forge, try to eliminate hazardous conditions by clearing 3 feet of snow on the top of a military building. Sarajevo encountered the deepest amount of snow in fifty years this winter. Roads were closed and some businesses (Roads and businesses not shown) were shut down for the four days of intense snow fall

Straight on rear view medium shot as multinational firefighters statio...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT FORGE Base: Llidza Country: Bosnia And/I Herzegovina (BIH) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cecilio Ricardo Jr., USAF Relea... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Moorhead, Minn. , April 12, 2009 -- Riverside household flood damaged items waiting for pick-up on the curb behind a city-built dike. Historic river levels already flooded homes and businesses along the Red River of the North while yet another cresting is predicted; FEMA programs assist communities with debris removal after a disaster. Mike Moore/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Moorhead, Minn. , April 12, 2009 -- Riversid...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris piled at the curb in Moorhead, MN Production Date: 04/12/2009 Caption: Moorhead, Minn. , April 12, 2009 -- Riverside household flood damaged items waiti... More

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , April 6, 2010 -- Calexico Police Lt. Gonzalo Gerrado and US Border Patrol agents patrol the damaged businesses and public facilities to mitigate looting and theft. A magnitude 7. 2 earthquake rocked the city on Easter leaving many facilities, roads, and public buildings closed, broken, and exposed. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , April 6, 2010 -- Calexico Police Lt. G...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Adam Dubrowa taken on 04/06/2010 in California Production Date: 04/06/2010 Caption: Calexico, Calif. , April 6, 2010 -- Calexico Police Lt. Gonza... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Devil's Lake, N. D. , June 5, 2009 -- A road is covered with debris from Spirit Lake. The saltwater lake has been steadily rising for the last several years, threatening homes and businesses in the area. Photograph by Samir Valeja/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Devil's Lake, N. D. , June 5, 2009 -- A roa...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooding in Devil's Lake Basin, North Dakota Production Date: 06/05/2009 Caption: Devil's Lake, N. D. , June 5, 2009 -- A road is covered with debris from Spi... More

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR MASTER Sergeant (SMSGT) Charles R. Ware, assigned to the Communications Flight, Multimedia Center, 130th Airlift Wing (AW), videotapes flood relief efforts in the southern part of West Virginia (WV), after flood waters caused millions of dollars of damage and destroyed homes and businesses

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR MASTER Sergeant (SMSGT) Charles R. Ware, as...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: State: West Virginia (WV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MSGT Lawrence E. Pierce, USAF Release Status: Released to Publ... More

Take Pride in America Director Martha Allbright at the podium during award ceremonies, on the rooftop of the Department of Interior headquarters building, honoring individuals, youth groups, schools, organizations, partnerships, businesses involved in volunteer conservation efforts under Take Pride in America

Take Pride in America Director Martha Allbright at the podium during a...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

USA Freedom Corps Director John Bridgeland at the podium during award ceremonies, on the rooftop of the Department of Interior headquarters building,honoring individuals, youth groups, schools, organizations, partnerships, businesses involved in volunteer conservation efforts under the Take Pride in America program

USA Freedom Corps Director John Bridgeland at the podium during award ...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

Award ceremonies on the Department of Interior headquarters building rooftop, honoring individuals, youth groups, schools, organizations, partnerships, businesses involved in volunteer conservation efforts under the Take Pride in America program

Award ceremonies on the Department of Interior headquarters building r...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

Competitors move out at the start of the 20th Annual Bay Bridge Run/Walk, 4-mile benefit race, in San Diego, California. The event, sponsored by 26 local businesses and the US Navy (USN) Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, raised more than $100,000, to benefit Service members through various MWR programs

Competitors move out at the start of the 20th Annual Bay Bridge Run/Wa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: JO2 Mario A. Quiroga, USN Release Status: Releas... More

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, December 16, 2005 - New Orleans Police provide escort and safe passage through the streets for an impromptu parade of employees celebrating the reopening of their law firm. As residents return and businesses reopen, recovery is celebrated, New Orleans style. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, December 16, 2005 - New Orleans P...

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

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, December 20, 2005 - Workers deliver sheet rock to replace damaged walls from the flood waters of Hurricane Katrina. Rebuilding of area businesses, with the help of FEMA, continues throughout New Orleans. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, December 20, 2005 - Workers deliv...

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

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides] Bucks County, PA -- July 5, 2006 -- A Preliminary Damage Assessment Team (PDA) speaks with small business owners who suffered damage in recent flooding along the Delaware River. Teams include county, state, and FEMA representatives. Hundreds of roads remain closed, thousands of homes and businesses remain damaged or destroyed from the severe weather. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides] Bucks County, PA -- July 5, 2...

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

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] GREENSBURG, KS, 5-7-07 --- FEMA Administrator R. David Paulison, center, explains what FEMA can do for the small town of 1,600 that suffered loss to 95 percent of its homes and businesses plus death and critical injuries to more than a score of residents. Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, left center, senate and congressional representatives, and Greenburg officials also commented. FEMA Photo by Michael Raphael

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] GREENSBURG, KS, 5-7-07 --- FE...

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

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Chehalis, WA, December 10, 2007 -- Severe storms causes extensive flooding in Lewis County Washington. Floodwaters destoy farms, roads, businesses and homes for thousands of residents. The December 8th disaster destroyed this mobile home park. Workers remove destroyed housing. With a Federal Declaration FEMA responds with assistance to state and local governments. The aid will help individuals and local governments in the recovery efforts. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Chehalis, WA, Dec...

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

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Atlanta, GA, March 20, 2008 -- A restaurant in the historic market in Atlanta announcing its limited menu due to tornado damage. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) helps individuals, businesses, and the municipality recover from damage through a variety of programs. Atlanta is recovering from the affects of a severe tornado which swept through the city center. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Atlanta, GA, March 20, 2008 -- A restau...

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

[Hurricane Dolly] Brownsville, TX, July 24, 2008 -- Electrical power crews work hard trying to restore power to residents and businesses. Power lines have falling due to the 120 mile winds of Hurricane Dolly. Jacinta Quesada/FEMA

[Hurricane Dolly] Brownsville, TX, July 24, 2008 -- Electrical power c...

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

[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 22, 2008 -- Work crews continue clean up efforts in Downtown Historic Galveston as businesses prepare for the return of residents this week. Galveston Island has been closed to the community as debris is removed and utilities repaired due to damages caused by Hurricane Ike. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 22, 2008 -- Work crews con...

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

Flooding - Moorhead, Minn. , April 2, 2009 -- These sandbags were placed to help keep the Red River at bay. Rising then falling, the Red River continues to threaten homeowners and businesses with flooding along its banks. Mike Moore/FEMA

Flooding - Moorhead, Minn. , April 2, 2009 -- These sandbags were plac...

The original database describes this as: Title: Massive sandbagging efforts paying off against Red River in MN Production Date: 04/02/2009 Caption: Moorhead, Minn. , April 2, 2009 -- These sandbags were plac... More

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , April 7, 2010 -- US Border Patrol agents keep a tight perimeter of the damaged businesses and public facilities to mitigate looting and theft. A magnitude 7. 2 earthquake rocked the city on Easter leaving many facilities, roads, and public buildings closed, broken, and exposed. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , April 7, 2010 -- US Border Patrol agen...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Adam Dubrowa taken on 04/07/2010 in California Production Date: 04/07/2010 Caption: Calexico, Calif. , April 7, 2010 -- US Border Patrol agents k... More

Tornado - Snow Hill, N. C. , April 19, 2011 -- preliminary damage assessments in Snow Hill, North Carolina. FEMA is responding to the severe storms and deadly tornadoes of April 16, 2011 that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across the state. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Snow Hill, N. C. , April 19, 2011 -- preliminary damage asse...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preliminary Disaster Assessment in Greene County, North Carolina Production Date: 04/19/2011 Caption: Snow Hill, N. C. , April 19, 2011 -- preliminary damage a... More

Tornado - Raleigh, N. C. , April 20, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Mike Bolch explains the FEMA registration process during a press conference with North Carolina Governor Beverly Perdue. FEMA is responding to severe storms and deadly tornadoes that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across North Carolina on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Raleigh, N. C. , April 20, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating...

The original database describes this as: Title: Governor Perdue Announces Declaration Production Date: 04/20/2011 Caption: Raleigh, N. C. , April 20, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Mike Bolch expl... More

Tornado - Wake Forest, N. C. , April 21, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Serge Philipeaux answers questions during an outreach program for residents of the Heritage High School shelter. FEMA is responding to severe storms and deadly tornadoes that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across North Carolina on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Wake Forest, N. C. , April 21, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relati...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Outreach Production Date: 04/21/2011 Caption: Wake Forest, N. C. , April 21, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Serge Philipeaux a... More

Tornado - Garner, N. C. , May 2, 2011 -- FEMA staff pin-point their hometowns on a wall map in the North Carolina Joint Field Office. FEMA is responding to severe storms and deadly tornadoes that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across North Carolina on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Garner, N. C. , May 2, 2011 -- FEMA staff pin-point their ho...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Staff Pin-Point Their Hometowns Production Date: 05/02/2011 Caption: Garner, N. C. , May 2, 2011 -- FEMA staff pin-point their hometowns on a wall map in ... More

Tornado - Ringgold, Ga. , May 5, 2011 -- A piece of metal, that was sent flying from the tornado of April 27, 2011, is embedded in the facade of the Taco Bell in Ringgold. Many businesses and homes in Ringgold, Catoosa County, were severely damaged from the storm. Judith Grafe/FEMA Photo

Tornado - Ringgold, Ga. , May 5, 2011 -- A piece of metal, that was se...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Judith Grafe taken on 05/05/2011 in Georgia Production Date: 05/05/2011 Caption: Ringgold, Ga. , May 5, 2011 -- A piece of metal, that was sent f... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , August 30, 2011 --Earl Barber takes a break from helping a friend clean out her flood ravaged home in Manville, New Jersey. Residents and businesses were flooded after Hurricane Irene swept up the New Jersey coast. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , August 30, 201...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Andrea Booher taken on 08/30/2011 in New Jersey Production Date: 08/30/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , August 30, 2011 --Earl Barber takes a brea... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , August 30, 2011 -- While cleaning out her flood ravaged home, Adele Hurilla, Sr. stops to go through her belongings on the curbside. Residents and businesses were flooded after Hurricane Irene swept up the New Jersey coast. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , August 30, 201...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Andrea Booher taken on 08/30/2011 in New Jersey Production Date: 08/30/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , August 30, 2011 -- While cleaning out her ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Wilmington, Vt. , September 30, 2011 -- Michael Harris, FEMA Mitigation team member shows the high water mark on the Norton House. Tropical Storm Irene raised the water level of the Deerfield River 28 feet above normal levels. The flooding flowed across the town's bridge and down the main street flooding historical homes and businesses. FEMA is working to help the town rebuild. Photo by Wendell A. Davis Jr. /FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Wilmington, Vt. ,...

The original database describes this as: Title: Michael Harris points to the high water mark Production Date: 09/30/2011 Caption: Wilmington, Vt. , September 30, 2011 -- Michael Harris, FEMA Mitigation team ... More

Stony Point, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- FEMA visits with James E. Foland, supervisor of the Stony Point Bay Marina on the Hudson River in Stony Point , New York , to receive a guided tour of clean up efforts. This small craft settled hundreds of yards inland from it's mooring at the marina when the tidal surge retreated. FEMA is providing assistance and support to businesses and residents of Rockland County, NY affected by Hurricane Sandy

Stony Point, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- FEMA visits with James E. Foland, ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Stony Point, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: F... More

Long Island, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- 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 businesses into the marshland. FEMA has assigned EPA with the mission of collecting and disposing the chemicals. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

Long Island, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- The Environmental Protection Agency...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Long Island, NY Keywords: Hazard ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ floods ^ sandy ^ New Yor... More

A female Afghan employee sews blankets at a textile

A female Afghan employee sews blankets at a textile

A female Afghan employee sews blankets at a textile factory, Jan. 17. NATO Training Mission -Afghanistan leadership visited two Afghan women-owned textile businesses that manufacture items for the Afghan Nation... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Belle Chasse, La. , Aug. 30, 2012 -- Electric power company workers fix a traffic light in Belle Chasse, which was damaged during Hurricane Isaac. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents and businesses affected by Hurricane Isaac. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Belle Chasse, La. , Aug. 30, 201...

The original database describes this as: Title: The Aftermath of Hurricane Isaac Production Date: 08/30/2012 Caption: Belle Chasse, La. , Aug. 30, 2012 -- Electric power company workers fix a traffic light i... More

Fire ravaged businesses in Rockaway, N.Y. Devastation

Fire ravaged businesses in Rockaway, N.Y. Devastation

Fire ravaged businesses in Rockaway, N.Y. Devastation to the area's infastructure was so heavy, water could not be shut off. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governm... More

Anniston, Ala., May 16, 2013 --The CDP created an urban area street scene featuring businesses, apartments, alleyways, a loading area, and other features found in a city environment

Anniston, Ala., May 16, 2013 --The CDP created an urban area street sc...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Shannon Arledge City/State: Anniston, AL Categories: CDP ^ Training Photographs Relating to Disasters and E... More

West, Texas, May 5, 2013 -- Sheila Kosier (left) a Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster survivor assistance specialist, and Samantha Miller (center), a FEMA Corps members from New York state, answer questions for a survivor of the recent fertilizer plant explosion. FEMA is providing assistance to homeowners, renters and businesses affected by the event. Norman Lenburg/FEMA

West, Texas, May 5, 2013 -- Sheila Kosier (left) a Federal Emergency M...

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

Broken Arrow, Okla., June 3, 2013 -- Preliminary damage assessment teams from the State of Oklahoma, FEMA and local government look at damages to businesses in the town of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma after a tornado struck on May 31, 2013. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Broken Arrow, Okla., June 3, 2013 -- Preliminary damage assessment tea...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Broken Arrow, OK Keywords: Tornado ^ Oklahoma ^ PDA ^ Broken Arrow ^ Home Damages... More

Staten Island, N.Y., March 16, 2013 -- FEMA joined with the New York City Housing Recovery Program in hosting a Housing Forum. FEMA teams, along with other federal and New York City agencies, provided survivors of Hurricane Sandy with information on the new changes to flood elevation maps, assistance with hazardous mitigation in repairing and rebuilding homes and businesses, as well as housing, financial loans, and legal issues. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., March 16, 2013 -- FEMA joined with the New York C...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Mitigation ^ FEMA ^ HUD ^ hurricane sandy ^ rebuildi... More

Staten Island, N.Y., March 16, 2013 -- FEMA joined with the New York City Housing Recovery Program in hosting a Housing Forum. FEMA teams, along with other federal and New York City agencies, provided survivors of Hurricane Sandy with information on the new changes to flood elevation maps, assistance with hazardous mitigation in repairing and rebuilding homes and businesses, as well as housing, financial loans, and legal issues. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., March 16, 2013 -- FEMA joined with the New York C...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Mitigation ^ FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ rebuilding ^ F... More

Asbury Park, N.J., May 18, 2013 -- A snip of a purple ribbon by Asbury Park's Mayor Ed Johnson (center) signifies the completion of repair and reconstruction of the city's boardwalk, which was damaged by Hurricane Sandy last October. Mayor Johnson is joined, from left to right, by Congressman Frank Pallone Jr., Senator Robert Menendez, Deputy Mayor Don Loffredo, City Manager Terry Reidy and Freeholder John P. Curley. FEMA's Public Assistance grant program provided a portion of the funds for the project in addition to donations from local businesses and state and local sources. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Asbury Park, N.J., May 18, 2013 -- A snip of a purple ribbon by Asbury...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Asbury Park, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ Local Officials ^ hurricane sandy ^ ribbon cut... More

Colorado Springs, CO September 24, 2013 -- Members of the Mobile Emergency Response group stand in front of some of the trucks used by FEMA to provide various forms of communications services. From left to right, William Watrel, Branch III Director, John Bondurant, Division Supervisor and Paul L. Elder, Colorado South Central Region Field Manager. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents, businesses and communities affected by the recent floods. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Colorado Springs, CO September 24, 2013 -- Members of the Mobile Emerg...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Colorado Springs, CO Keywords: Flooding ^ FEMA ^ Colorado ^ MERS ^ Colorado Springs... More

Salem, Ala., June 9, 2014 -- Homeowners are starting to repair and rebuild their home in Salem, AL which was damaged when tornadoes and heavy rain swept thru the area in early May 2014. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents and businesses affected by recent storms in Alabama. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Salem, Ala., June 9, 2014 -- Homeowners are starting to repair and reb...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-06-09 19:07:18 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Salem, AL Keywords: Alabama ^ tornadoes ^ Repair ^ Damaged homes ^ Recovery Disast... More

Salem, Ala., June 9, 2014 -- A road in Salem, Ala. was washed out by flooding when tornadoes and heavy rain swept thru the area in early May 2014. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents and businesses affected by recent storms in Alabama. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Salem, Ala., June 9, 2014 -- A road in Salem, Ala. was washed out by f...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-06-09 18:46:47 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Salem, AL Keywords: Alabama ^ tornadoes ^ heavy rain ^ Road Damage Disasters: Alab... More

Kimberly, Ala., May 28, 2014 -- A tornado damaged a home in Kimberly, Ala. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to assist residents and businesses with their recovery. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Kimberly, Ala., May 28, 2014 -- A tornado damaged a home in Kimberly, ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-29 01:17:31 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Kimberly, AL Keywords: Alabama ^ Tornado ^ Damaged homes Disasters: Alabama Severe... More

Napa, CA, August 30, 2014 ; Fire damage from broken gas lines at the Napa Valley Mobile Home Park in the City of Napa, California, which was struck by a 6.0 earthquake at 3:20 a.m. on August 24. 2014. At least 103 structures (44 homes, 59 businesses) were tagged by inspectors as unsafe to enter in the City of Napa after the earthquake. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from the effects of natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 30, 2014 ; Fire damage from broken gas lines at the N...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-30 11:33:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Debris Photographs Relatin... More

Foley, Ala., June 4, 2014 -- A Disaster Survivor Assistance Team (DSAT) member talks to a resident in Foley, Ala. about registering with FEMA. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents and businesses affected by recent storms in Alabama. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Foley, Ala., June 4, 2014 -- A Disaster Survivor Assistance Team (DSAT...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-06-04 19:07:33 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Foley, AL Keywords: FEMA ^ DSAT ^ Response ^ Alabama Disasters: Alabama Severe Sto... More

Northport, Ala., June 17, 2014 -- A table filled with information is on display at an information booth at the Lowe's store in Northport, Ala. FEMA is working with local businesses to provide information and assistance to residents affected by recent storms. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Northport, Ala., June 17, 2014 -- A table filled with information is o...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-06-17 20:03:29 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Northport, AL Keywords: FEMA ^ Alabama ^ Mitigation ^ Response ^ private sector Di... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - Hillsboro, N. D. , April 5, 2009 --Bob Slater, with the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) assesses a business in Hillsboro, ND that was damaged in the recent flooding of the Goose River. The SBA is working with FEMA to provide assistance to eligible individuals and businesses affected by the recent storms in North Dakota. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - Hillsboro, N. D. , April 5, 2...

The original database describes this as: Title: ASmall Business Administration worker check on a business in Hillsboro, ND Production Date: 04/05/2009 Caption: Hillsboro, N. D. , April 5, 2009 --Bob Slater, ... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornado] Queens, NY, September 9, 2007 -- Angel Sanchez, a FEMA community relations representative, works with representatives from the SBA to assist individuals whose homes and/or businesses were damaged by flooding. FEMA is in the Queens, NY area due to flooding caused by severe storms in August. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornado] Queens, NY, September 9, 2007 -...

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

Fire ^ Wildfire - Leander, Texas, September 20, 2011 -- An SBA employee works with a wildfire survivor at the Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) in Leander, TX. SBA is working with FEMA to assist residents and businesses affected by recent wildfires. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Fire ^ Wildfire - Leander, Texas, September 20, 2011 -- An SBA employe...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Patsy Lynch taken on 09/20/2011 in Texas Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Leander, Texas, September 20, 2011 -- An SBA employee works with a ... More

Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- At the Small Business Administration (SBA) Business Recovery Center (BRC) at New Jersey City University, SBA Field Operations Lead Maryann Okeke, SBA Customer Service Representative Dorothy Bell, and SBA Loss Verifier Virgilio Macion, Sr., assist an applicant. FEMA and 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

Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- At the Small Business Administrati...

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 ^ ... More

Fairfield, Conn., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Small Business Administration (SBA) specialists find many homeowners are seeking information at the Fairfield Disaster Recovery Center. The SBA helps homeowners, renters and businesses with loans to cover rebuilding costs above what is covered by insurance and FEMA grants. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Fairfield, Conn., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Small Business Administration (SBA)...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- A Small Business Administration (SBA) specialist helps a survivor with the application process at a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Staten Island. The SBA helps with low interest disaster loans for businesses and individuals. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- A Small Business Administration ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

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