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Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 13:36:01 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September 11, 2011 -- "Mormon Helping Hands" volunteer Victor Costa removes wet debris from a dwelling in Lincoln Park, New Jersey to help a disaster survivor recover from Hurricane Irene. "Mormon Helping Hands" is a volunteer outreach program affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. FEMA and "Mormon Helping Hands" partner to assists disaster survivors recover from the effects of disasters like the flooding in New Jersey that occurred as a result of Hurricane Irene on August 28, 2011. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA partners with volunteer agencies to help disaster survivors in Lincoln Park, New Jersey Production Date: 09/11/2011 Caption: Lincoln Park, N. J. , Septemb... More

Tornado - Jasper, Ala. , July 9, 2011 -- Housing Expo (held in the gymnasium of Walker High School) to assist disaster survivors recover from the destruction of the tornadoes that struck Alabama on April 27, 2011. FEMA Information Technology specialist Walter Corbiere assists Debra Standord register online for FEMA assitance. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Jasper, Ala. , July 9, 2011 -- Housing Expo (held in the gym...

The original database describes this as: Title: Housing Expo - Jasper, AL Production Date: 07/09/2011 Caption: Jasper, Ala. , July 9, 2011 -- Housing Expo (held in the gymnasium of Walker High School) to ass... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 -- Nearly 90 days after a series of tornados struck Tuscaloosa on April 27, 2011, some residential homes still reveal extensive tornado damage along 15th Street near the intersection of Dr. Edward Hillard Drive and Cedar Crest. FEMA is monitoring extensive debris removal and clean-up iefforts n the area. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 -- Nearly 90 days after a s...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Christopher Mardorf taken on 07/16/2011 in Alabama Production Date: 07/16/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 -- Nearly 90 days after ... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 -- Nearly 90 days after a series of tornados struck Tuscaloosa on April 27, 2011, some residential homes still reveal extensive tornado damage along 15th Street near the intersection of Dr. Edward Hillard Drive and Cedar Crest. FEMA is monitoring extensive debris removal and clean-up iefforts n the area. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 -- Nearly 90 days after a s...

The original database describes this as: Title: Reisdential damage 90 days after tornados strike Tuscaloosa Production Date: 07/16/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 -- Nearly 90 days after a ser... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 18, 2011 -- Disaster survivior Jennifer Wilson listens to FEMA Mitigation Specialists Rick Burgess (speaking) and David Curbelo explain the importance of safe rooms at a FEMA Mitigation Outreach Workshop hosted by WTXT and ZBQ Radio in front of Starbucks, Midtown Village Mall, 1800 McFarland Blvd. , Tuscaloosa. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 18, 2011 -- Disaster survivior Jenni...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Mitigation Outreach in Tuscaloosa Production Date: 07/18/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 18, 2011 -- Disaster survivior Jennifer Wilson listens to F... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 18, 2011 -- Fox6 WBRC-TV videographer Neal Posey interviews FEMA Mitigation Specialist Rick Burgess at a FEMA Mitigation Outreach Workshop hosted by WTXT and ZBQ Radio in Tuscaloosa. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 18, 2011 -- Fox6 WBRC-TV videographe...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Mitigation Outreach in Tuscaloosa Production Date: 07/18/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 18, 2011 -- Fox6 WBRC-TV videographer Neal Posey interviews... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 18, 2011 -- Disaster survivior Jennifer Wilson discusses the importance of safe rooms with FEMA Mitigation Advisor David Curbelo at a FEMA Mitigation Outreach Workshop hosted by WTXT and ZBQ Radio in front of Starbucks, Midtown Village Mall, 1800 McFarland Blvd. , Tuscaloosa. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 18, 2011 -- Disaster survivior Jenni...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Mitigation Outreach in Tuscaloosa Production Date: 07/18/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 18, 2011 -- Disaster survivior Jennifer Wilson discusses th... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Erin Miles, FEMA Deputy Branch Chief for Long-Term Communty Recovery (LTCR), speaks to a class of students attending a FEMA training course on ESF #14 LTCR outreach at the Joint Field Office in Birmingham. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Erin Miles, FEMA Deputy ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Long-Term Community Recovery training sharpens skills in Birmingham Production Date: 07/29/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Erin Miles, FEMA D... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Benjamin Alexander, FEMA LTCR Planner and Trainer and Technical Assistance Coordinator (TAC), speaks to a class of students attending a FEMA training course on ESF #14 Long-Term Communty Recovery (LTCR) outreach at the Joint Field Office (JFO) in Birmingham. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Benjamin Alexander, FEMA...

The original database describes this as: Title: Long-Term Community Recovery training sharpens skills in Birmingham Production Date: 07/29/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Benjamin Alexander... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- FEMA LTCR Specialists listen to a presentation by Erin Miles, FEMA Deputy Branch Chief for Long-Term Communty Recovery (LTCR), at a FEMA training session on ESF #14 LTCR outreach at the Joint Field Office (JFO) in Birmingham. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- FEMA LTCR Specialists li...

The original database describes this as: Title: Long-Term Community Recovery training sharpens skills in Birmingham Production Date: 07/29/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- FEMA LTCR Speciali... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , July 31, 2011 -- Destroyed home on Mildred Avenue in Pratt City after a tornado struck on April 27. Nearly 90 days after a series of tornados struck Pratt City and much of Alabama, many homes are still in need of demolition and/or repair. FEMA is working with the state of Alabama, local governments and volunteer agencies to help disaster survivors recover and rebuild. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , July 31, 2011 -- Destroyed home on Mildre...

The original database describes this as: Title: 90 days after tornados strike Pratt City, Alabama Production Date: 07/31/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , July 31, 2011 -- Destroyed home on Mildred Avenue in ... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , August 2, 2011 -- Habitat for Humanity volunteer Zakeba Harper works in 100 degree heat to rebuild homes on 5th Street in Tuscaloosa after many homes were destroyed by a series of tornados that struck Alabama on April 27. FEMA supports the generosity and expertise of volunteer agencies like Habitat for Humanity. FEMA attempts to coordinate the agency's recovery efforts through its voluntary agency liaisons. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , August 2, 2011 -- Habitat for Humanity vo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Habitat for Humanity volunteers at work in Tuscaloosa Production Date: 08/02/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , August 2, 2011 -- Habitat for Humanity volunteer ... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , August 2, 2011 -- Habitat for Humanity volunteers work in 100 degree heat to rebuild homes on 5th Street in Tuscaloosa after they were destroyed by a series of tornados that struck Alabama on April 27. FEMA supports the generosity and expertise of volunteer agencies (VOLAGS) like Habitat for Humanity. FEMA attempts to coordinate the agency's recovery efforts through its VOLAG liaison and VOLAG specialists. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , August 2, 2011 -- Habitat for Humanity vo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Habitat for Humanity volunteer working on new home in Hackleburg Production Date: 08/02/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , August 2, 2011 -- Habitat for Humanity... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , August 4, 2011 -- FEMA Long-Term Community Recovery (LTCR) Specialists, professional designers, urban planners, architects, ESF-14 recovery specialists and commmunity members participate in an outreach and information meeting at First Baptist Church in Hackleburg. FEMA supports and coordinates the involvement and participation of all stakeholders in the recovery and rebuilding of a community followng a disaster such as the tornado that sturck Hackleburg on April 27, 2011. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , August 4, 2011 -- FEMA Long-Term Communit...

The original database describes this as: Title: Long-Term Community Recovery moves forward in Hackleburg Production Date: 08/04/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , August 4, 2011 -- FEMA Long-Term Community Rec... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 -- Tom Bowman (blue shirt), a MERS Radio Frequency Technician, and Tom Spain, a MERS Safety Disaster Preparedness Officer (DPO), route cable for IT as the FEMA Logistics team prepares a JFO in Neptune for FEMA specialists deployed to work on DR-4021-NJ. Members of Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS) support the mission of FEMA by providing FEMA specialists high-speed connectivity and a safe facility in which to work, communicate and assist disaster survivors, the state and local governments.... Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Logistics scrambles to set up JFO in Neptune, New Jersey Production Date: 09/06/2011 Caption: Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 -- Tom Bowman (blue shirt... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 -- FEMA leadership attends a press conference hosted by New Jersey Governor Christopher James "Chris" Christie at a FEMA Joint Field Office (JFO) in Neptune. William "Bill" Vogel, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO), is invited by Govenor Christie to speak at rhe press conference to update the media and the public about the ongoing efforts of FEMA to assist disaster survivors, the state and local governments in their response to flooding and wind damage caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA FCO attends press conference hosted by New Jersey Governor Christie Production Date: 09/06/2011 Caption: Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 -- FEMA leader... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 -- Patricia Brach (left), JIC Assistant External Affairs Officer (AEAO), and Brad Craine, FEMA Public Information Officer, greet New Jersey Governor Christopher James "Chris" Christie as he arrives for a press conference at the FEMA Joint Field Office (JFO) in Neptune. William "Bill" Vogel, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO), speaks at the news briefing and updates the governor and the public about the ongoing efforts of FEMA to assist disaster survivors, the state and local governments in their response to flooding and wind damage caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA team members meet with New Jersey Govenor Chris Christie before press conference Production Date: 09/06/2011 Caption: Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 -... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September 11, 2011 -- Severe urban flooding in Lincoln Park, New Jersey caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. FEMA responds with assistance and advice from "boots on the ground" Community Relations specialists. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hurricane Irene causes severe flooding in Lincoln Park, NJ Production Date: 09/11/2011 Caption: Lincoln Park, N. J. , September 11, 2011 -- Severe urban flood... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September 11, 2011 -- "Mormon Helping Hands" volunteers work in Lincoln Park, New Jersey to help disaster survivors recover from Hurricane Irene. "Mormon Helping Hands" is a volunteer outreach program affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. FEMA and "Mormon Helping Hands" partner to assists disaster survivors recover from the effects of disasters like the flooding in New Jersey that occurred as a result of Hurricane Irene on August 28, 2011. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA partners with volunteer agencies to help disaster survivors in Lincoln Park, New Jersey Production Date: 09/11/2011 Caption: Lincoln Park, N. J. , Septemb... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September 11, 2011 -- "Mormon Helping Hands" coordinator Jeffery Olson (center) talks with an unidentified "Mormon Helping Hands" volunteer (left) and with Richard Rylander (right) as they work in Lincoln Park, New Jersey to help disaster survivors recover from Hurricane Irene. "Mormon Helping Hands" is a volunteer outreach program affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA partners with volunteer agencies to help disaster survivors in Lincoln Park, New Jersey Production Date: 09/11/2011 Caption: Lincoln Park, N. J. , Septemb... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 13, 2011 -- Community Relations Specialist Chris Benson meets with disaster survivors at the Manville Fire Department. Representatives from the office of Congressman Leonard Lance (District 7) meet with constituents and with representatives of FEMA to address concerns from homeowners and business people related to the county's and FEMA's response to the severe flooding caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28, 2011. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 13, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations specialists reach out to disaster survivors in New Jersey Production Date: 09/13/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , September 13, 2011 --... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lambertville, N. J. , September 15, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Patricia Selby hands a FEMA flier to Betty McCoy, a disaster survivor, as Patricia visits disaster survivors "door-to-door" in Lambertville after much of the city was flooded due to the effects of Hurricane Irene. FEMA Community Relations outreach is an important component of FEMA's response and recovery initiative following a declared disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lambertville, N. J. , September ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations reaches out to disaster survivors in New Jersey Production Date: 09/15/2011 Caption: Lambertville, N. J. , September 15, 2011 -- FEMA ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 17, 2011 -- Disaster survivor Dawn Cohen checks a water-soaked financial document recovered from her recently flooded home. Volunteers from Faith Lutheran Church in Hillsborough, New Jersey, remove debris from the home of disaster survivors Dawn and David Cohen whose home in Manville suffered severe flooding damage caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. FEMA works with and coordinates the generous activities of volunteer agencies like Lutheran Disaster Response when responding to disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 17, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Faith Lutheran Church volunteers work with FEMA in New Jersey Production Date: 09/17/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , September 17, 2011 -- Disaster survivor Da... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bound Brook, N. J. , October 5, 2011 -- Salvation Army volunteers pack and distribute essential supplies for survivors of Hurricane Irene at the Salvation Army Bound Brook Temple in Bound Brook, New Jersey. In this photo, Salvation Army Public Affairs Specialist Dayana Gonzalez, packs one of the shirts donated by Carhartt to the Salvation Army as a result of a $30,000 donation by Carhartt to the Salvation Army. FEMA partners with numerous volunteer agencies like the Salvation Army to provide needed assistance to disaster survivors. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bound Brook, N. J. , October 5, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA partners with the Salvation Army to assist disaster survivors in New Jersey Production Date: 10/05/2011 Caption: Bound Brook, N. J. , October 5, 2011 -- S... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 1, 2011 -- The Community Food Bank of New Jersey is a state member of Feeding America, a national organization that is a member of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (NVOAD). The Food Bank of New Jersey is a non-profit organization that services 18 of the 21 counties in New Jersey and provides food on a regular basis to non-profit organizations in New Jersey (e. g. Salvation Army) that distribute food to people in need. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 1, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Food Bank of New Jersey assists disaster survivors Production Date: 11/01/2011 Caption: Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 1, 2011 -- The Community Food Bank of ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 -- Volunteers from Kean University sort and pack donated food at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. The Food Bank is a state member of Feeding America, a national organization that is a member of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD). Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers help out at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey to support disaster survivors Production Date: 11/05/2011 Caption: Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 -- Volunteers from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey sort and pack donated food at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. The Food Bank is a state member of Feeding America, a national organization that is a member of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD). Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers help out at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey to support disaster survivors Production Date: 11/05/2011 Caption: Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 ... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 20, 2012 -- The Joplin "Spirit Tree," one of the many trees in Joplin, Missouri that was destroyed by a deadly tornado that struck Joplin on May 22, 2011. The tornado killed 161 residents of Joplin, destroyed 25% of the town and generated $2. 2 billion in property damage. This 40 ft. tree on 20th Street near the Kansas City Southern Railway tracks has been painted with vibrant colors inspired by Native American spirit stick art. After the tornado, the "Spirit Tree" was painted by Dolores and Darrel Bilke and members of the Tank, a public art group that has worked on other public murals in Joplin. Photo by Christopher Mardorf/FEMA

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 20, 2012 -- The Joplin "Spirit Tree," one ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Spirit Tree One Year After the Tornado that Struck Joplin Production Date: 05/20/2012 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 20, 2012 -- The Joplin "Spirit Tree," one of t... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- Magic marker comments written by visitors to Cunningham Park in Joplin one year after a deadly EF-5 tornado struck the town on May 22, 2011. The tornado killed 161 residents of Joplin, destroyed 25% of the town and generated $2. 2 billion in property damage. FEMA supports the recovery efforts of towns and communities like Joplin as they work to rebuild after a disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf/FEMA

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- Magic marker comments written ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Thoughts and Comments One Year after Joplin Tornado Production Date: 05/21/2012 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- Magic marker comments written by visitor... More

"Norman, Okla., November 20, 2013 -- Dorothy Weir, FEMA Environmental Specialist, interacts with a class of engineers, architects and building designers attending a ""Safe Schools"" 101 training initiative at the Moore Norman Technology Center in Norman, OK. The state of Oklahoma with the support of FEMA is spearheading a ""Safe Schools"" 101 Initiative (a first-in-the-nation endeavor) to assess the integrity and safety of all its schools to protect its students from the dangers of tornadoes. Photograph by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA"

"Norman, Okla., November 20, 2013 -- Dorothy Weir, FEMA Environmental ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Norman, OK Keywords: Tornado ^ FEMA ^ NDRF ^ Oklahoma ^ Oklahoma City ^ Nor... More

"Norman, Okla., November 21, 2013 -- A team of engineers and architects reviews photos and drawings during a ""Safe Schools"" 101 training initiative at the Moore Norman Technology Center in Norman, OK. The state of Oklahoma with the support of FEMA is spearheading a ""Safe Schools"" 101 Initiative (a first-in-the-nation endeavor) to assess the integrity and safety of all its schools to protect its students from the dangers of tornadoes. Photograph by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA"

"Norman, Okla., November 21, 2013 -- A team of engineers and architect...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-21 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Norman, OK Keywords: Tornado ^ Engineers ^ FEMA ^ NDRF ^ Oklahoma ^ Oklahom... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2013 -- Scattered debris and detritus are all that remain of the homes of disaster survivors on Kissam Ave. on Staten Island following the onslaught of Hurricane Sandy on October 29, 2012. FEMA assists disaster survivors (e.g. temporary housing, individual assistance, public assistance) following catastrophic events like Hurricane Sandy in tandem with efforts of state and local governments. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2013 -- Scattered debris and detritus are...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Surge ^ Disaster ^ Flooding ^ Debris ^ New York... More

Union Beach, N.J., Aug. 4, 2013 -- Aerial photo of two homes on the coast of Raritan Bay in Union Beach, New Jersey. The homes were struck by Superstorm Sandy on October 29, 2012. One home (right) was destroyed by the storm because it was not mitigated. The other home (left) was not damaged by the storm because it was mitigated. FEMA, the state, tribal and local governments encourage homeowners to prepare and mitigate for disasters. Photograph by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Aug. 4, 2013 -- Aerial photo of two homes on the co...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-08-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: Mitigation ^ FEMA ^ New Jersey ^ hurricane sandy ... More

Mayflower, AR, May 18, 2014 – Using a skid steer and backhoe, Team Rubicon volunteers remove debris from a home and property on Plantation Drive after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 18, 2014 – Using a skid steer and backhoe, Team R...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-18 15:05:20 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers remove debris from a home and property on Plantation Drive after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers remove debris ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-17 08:47:19 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Conway, AR, May 8, 2014 ; Opening PowerPoint slide at Faulkner County ApplicantBriefing prior to the submission of applications for FEMA Public Assistance for repair of public infrastructure that was damaged by a tornado that struck the communities of Mayflower and Vilonia, Arkansas on April 27. FEMA supports local, state and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Conway, AR, May 8, 2014 ; Opening PowerPoint slide at Faulkner County ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-08 13:27:36 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Conway, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4... More

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – Tornado debris and destruction in Vilonia, Arkansas after the community of Vilonia was struck by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports local, state and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – Tornado debris and destruction in Vilonia...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-03 19:07:06 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Conway, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) in the parking lot of a Home Depot in Conway, Arkansas coordinate and monitor the progress of their volunteers and teams working on debris removal in Mayflower and Vilonia after a tornado struck those communities on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Conway, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers at the Forward Op...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-17 07:09:31 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Conway, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4... More

"Vilonia, AR, May 20, 2014 ; United Methodist Disaster Relief installs two new, temporary mobile units for the United Methodist Church in Vilonia, Arkansas after the church was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help disaster survivors and community groups recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA."

"Vilonia, AR, May 20, 2014 ; United Methodist Disaster Relief installs...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-20 18:59:27 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Mayflower, AR, May 13, 2014 – Samaritan's Purse volunteers cut trees and remove debris from a home and property on Pinetree Loop after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 13, 2014 – Samaritan's Purse volunteers cut trees...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-13 11:05:15 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... 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 11:13:46 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Debris Photographs Relatin... More

Mayflower, AR, May 4, 2014 – Amidst tornado debris in the foreground, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson (center, light blue shirt) and Senator Mark Pryor (center, dark patterned shirt) meet with and listen to a tornado disaster survivor (center, brown shirt) in Mayflower, Arkansas, after Mayflower was struck by an EF-4 tornado on April 27. FEMA assists individuals and supports local, state and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 4, 2014 – Amidst tornado debris in the foreground...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-04 10:38:58 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – A poster for prayer and reflection amidst tornado debris and destruction in Vilonia, Arkansas after the community of Vilonia was struck by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports local, state and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – A poster for prayer and reflection amidst...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-03 19:04:55 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – Tornado debris and destruction in Vilonia, Arkansas after the community of Vilonia was struck by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports local, state and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – Tornado debris and destruction in Vilonia...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-03 19:10:09 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – A Team Rubicon volunteer removes debris from a home and property on Plantation Drive after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – A Team Rubicon volunteer removes debri...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-17 12:36:19 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Vilonia, AR, May 11, 2014 – Vilonia's $13 million Intermediate School that was under construction and scheduled to open in July, 2014 was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from the effects of natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Vilonia, AR, May 11, 2014 – Vilonia's $13 million Intermediate Schoo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-11 18:05:04 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

"Mayflower, AR, May 22, 2014 ; Team Rubicon volunteers along with volunteers from Reliance Health Care help to remove debris from a home and property on Plantation Drive after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA."

"Mayflower, AR, May 22, 2014 ; Team Rubicon volunteers along with volu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-22 09:55:01 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: m, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4174) ... More

Mayflower, AR, May 7, 2014 – Tornado debris and damage on Dam Road in Mayflower, Arkansas following severe storms and a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their recovery efforts following a natural disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 7, 2014 – Tornado debris and damage on Dam Road i...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-07 18:20:05 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – Tornado debris and destruction at Vilonia United Methodist Church in Vilonia, Arkansas after the community of Vilonia was struck by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports local, state and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – Tornado debris and destruction at Vilonia...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-03 18:44:27 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

"Mayflower, AR, May 22, 2014 ; Si Proctor, a Team Rubicon volunteer, smiles for the camera as he helps to remove debris from a home and property on Plantation Drive after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA."

"Mayflower, AR, May 22, 2014 ; Si Proctor, a Team Rubicon volunteer, s...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-22 09:47:43 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers remove debris from a home and property on Plantation Drive after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers remove debris ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-17 14:09:13 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Napa, CA, August 26, 2014 ; Damage to Alexandria Square 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 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 26, 2014 ; Damage to Alexandria Square in the city of...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-26 21:22:08 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Debris Photographs Relatin... More

Mayflower, AR, May 2, 2014 – Tornado debris and damage on Interstate Drive in Mayflower, Arkansas following severe storms and a tornado that struck Mayflower on April 27. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their recovery efforts following a natural disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 2, 2014 – Tornado debris and damage on Interstate...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-02 19:11:23 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Vilonia, AR, May 21, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers remove debris from a home and property in Parkwood Meadows near Naylor Road after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Vilonia, AR, May 21, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers remove debris fr...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-21 13:29:44 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – An American flag waves amidst tornado debris and destruction in Vilonia, Arkansas after the community of Vilonia was struck by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports local, state and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Vilonia, AR, May 3, 2014 – An American flag waves amidst tornado deb...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-03 19:13:09 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: vil, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4174... More

Mayflower, Ark., May 4, 2014 -- Tornado damage in the residential neighborhood of Plantation Drive in Mayflower, Arkansas, which was struck by an EF-4 tornado on April 27. FEMA supports local, state and tribal governments and assists individual survivors in their efforts to recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf/FEMA

Mayflower, Ark., May 4, 2014 -- Tornado damage in the residential neig...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-04 09:20:37 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... 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 11:29:38 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Debris Photographs Relatin... More

Mayflower, AR, May 10, 2014 – Tornado debris and damage on Interstate Drive in Mayflower, Arkansas following severe storms and a tornado that struck Mayflower on April 27. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their recovery efforts following a natural disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 10, 2014 – Tornado debris and damage on Interstat...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-10 18:56:12 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteer Eric Burnett, Head Boys Basketball Coach at Northside High School in Fort Smith, Arkansas, poses for a photo as he removes debris from a home and property on Plantation Drive after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteer Eric Burnett, H...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-17 15:03:40 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, AR, May 4, 2014 – Disaster survivor Judy Garrett (center) meets with Red Cross CEO Gail J. McGovern (right) on Plantation Drive in Mayflower, Arkansas, after Mayflower was struck by an EF-4 tornado on April 27. Comforting Judy Garrett as she speaks is Senator Mark Pryor (left). FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 4, 2014 – Disaster survivor Judy Garrett (center)...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-04 10:08:57 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 15:30:28 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Vilonia, AR, May 29, 2014 – Tornado survivors sought refuge at the Vilonia High School community safe room in Vilonia, Arkansas just before a tornado struck the community of Vilonia on April 27. FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Grant Program assisted the state of Arkansas and the Vilonia School District with the construction of a 6,500 square-ft. community safe room at the high school through a grant of over $1 million in 2011. Total cost: $2.1 million. Capacity: 1,123. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Vilonia, AR, May 29, 2014 – Tornado survivors sought refuge at the V...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-29 10:55:46 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 12, 2011 -- James Payton applies for finanacial assistance at the Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) at the Jefferson County Satellite Courthouse. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 12, 2011 -- James Payton applies for...

The original database describes this as: Title: Alabama Disaster Survivor Applies for Assistance Production Date: 07/12/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 12, 2011 -- James Payton applies for finanacial a... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 -- Nearly 90 days after a series of tornados struck Tuscaloosa on April 27, 2011, some residential homes still reveal extensive tornado damage along 15th Street near the intersection of Dr. Edward Hillard Drive and Cedar Crest. FEMA is monitoring extensive debris removal and clean-up iefforts n the area. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 -- Nearly 90 days after a s...

The original database describes this as: Title: Reisdential damage 90 days after tornados strike Tuscaloosa Production Date: 07/16/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , July 16, 2011 -- Nearly 90 days after a ser... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , July 17, 2011 -- Portion of Southbrook Apartments on Cherry Avenue that was destroyed by a tornado that struck Pratt City on April 27. Nearly 90 days after a series of tornados struck Pratt City and much of Alabama, many homes are still in need of demolition and/or repair. FEMA is working with the state of Alabama, local governments and volunteer agencies to help disaster survivors recover and rebuild. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , July 17, 2011 -- Portion of Southbrook Ap...

The original database describes this as: Title: 90 days after tornados strike Pratt City, Alabama Production Date: 07/17/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , July 17, 2011 -- Portion of Southbrook Apartments on ... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , July 17, 2011 -- Pile of debris from home destroyed by a tornado that struck Pratt City. Nearly 90 days after a series of tornados struck Pratt City and much of Alabama on April 27, many homes are still in need of demolition and/or repair. FEMA is working with the state of Alabama, local governments and volunteer agencies to help disaster survivors recover and rebuild. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , July 17, 2011 -- Pile of debris from home...

The original database describes this as: Title: 90 days after tornados strike Pratt City, Alabama Production Date: 07/17/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , July 17, 2011 -- Pile of debris from home destroyed b... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , July 19, 2011 -- Severe damage to Hackeburg High School caused by a tornado that struck Hackleburg on April 27. FEMA is providing guidance and recovery assistance to help the high school recover and rebuild. The high school will reopen on August 5 in tempororay classrooms. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , July 19, 2011 -- Severe damage to Hackebu...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hackleburg High School 90 days after tornado Production Date: 07/19/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , July 19, 2011 -- Severe damage to Hackeburg High School ca... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , July 19, 2011 -- Almost 90 days after the Wrangler Distribution Center in Hackleburg was destroyed by an EF-5 tornado in Marion County on April 27, FEMA is watching and monitoring the pace of debris removal. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , July 19, 2011 -- Almost 90 days after the...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris removal at Wranger Distrribution Center 90 days after tornado Production Date: 07/19/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , July 19, 2011 -- Almost 90 days af... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- Tornado disaster surviors Darryl Robinson and Lava Darby sign up for FEMA mitigation and recovery information at the Housing and Recovery Expo held at South Hampton Elementary School. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- Tornado disaster survior...

The original database describes this as: Title: Housing and Recovery Expo in Birmingham Production Date: 07/23/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- Tornado disaster surviors Darryl Robinson and ... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- FEMA Mitigation Specialist Amelia Piino points out requested iinformatiion to tornado disaster survivor Taylor White at the "Function on the Junction" jazz fesitval in Erskine Hawkins Park in Berminham. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- FEMA Mitigation Speciali...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Mitigation Answers Questions at "Function on the Junction" Production Date: 07/23/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- FEMA Mitigation Specia... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- Severe tornado damage inflicted on a residential home on Lamplighter Lane in Pratt City (Birmingham) on April 27, 2011. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- Severe tornado damage in...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado damage Production Date: 07/23/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- Severe tornado damage inflicted on a residential home on Lamplighter La... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- FEMA ESF-14 Long-term Community Recovery (LTCR) Specialist David Fullerdiscusses recovery options with tornado disaster survivor Debra Bell at the "Function on the Junction" jazz fesitval in Erskine Hawkins Park in Berminham. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- FEMA ESF-14 Long-term Co...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA ESF-14 LTCR Answers Questions at "Function on the Junction" Production Date: 07/23/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- FEMA ESF-14 Long-ter... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Michael Sullivan (left), FEMA LTCR local hire and Katarina Hardegan, EHP Liason, listen to a presentation by Erin Miles, FEMA Deputy Branch Chief for Long-Term Communty Recovery (LTCR) at a FEMA training session on ESF #14 LTCR outreach at the Joint Field Office (JFO) in Birmingham. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Michael Sullivan (left),...

The original database describes this as: Title: Long-Term Community Recovery training sharpens skills in Birmingham Production Date: 07/29/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Michael Sullivan (... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Erin Miles, FEMA Deputy Branch Chief for Long-Term Communty Recovery (LTCR), speaks to a class of students attending a FEMA training course on ESF #14 LTCR outreach at the Joint Field Office (JFO) in Birmingham. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Erin Miles, FEMA Deputy ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Long-Term Community Recovery training sharpens skills in Birmingham Production Date: 07/29/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 29, 2011 -- Erin Miles, FEMA D... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , August 3, 2011 -- National service members of AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) work in the sweltering Alabama heat to help rebuild homes destroyed by the tornado that sruck Hackleburg on April 27, 2011. FEMA promotes and coordinates the work of voluntary agencies such as AmeriCorps in their efforts to rebuild and strengthen communities throrughout the country. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , August 3, 2011 -- National service member...

The original database describes this as: Title: AmeriCorps works in 100 degree heat to help rebuild Hackleburg Production Date: 08/03/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , August 3, 2011 -- National service membe... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 -- A FEMA Logistics team occupies an empty, vacant office, and in a matter of 48 hours, turns an empty shell into a safe, comfortable, functional work environment for FEMA employees. Ben Jones, a FEMA LOG specialist, poses for a quick "photo op" before he completes his work for the day. The FEMA Logistics team supports the mission of FEMA by providing FEMA specialists a safe facility in which to work, communicate and assist disaster survivors, the state and local governments in their response to flooding and wind damage caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Logistics scrambles to set up JFO in Neptune, New Jerseyw Jersey Production Date: 09/06/2011 Caption: Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 -- A FEMA Logisti... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 -- FEMA leadership prepares for a press conference hosted by New Jersey Governor Christopher James "Chris" Christie at a FEMA Joint Field Office (JFO) in Neptune. William "Bill" Vogel (l-r), FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO), speaks with Patricia Brach, JIC AEAO, Greg Sharkey, Lead Security Manager, and Phyllis Deroian, External Affairs Officer, before he speaks at Governor Christie's press conference to update the media and the public... Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: FCO Bill Vogel confers with his staff before New Jersey Governor Christie's press conference Production Date: 09/06/2011 Caption: Neptune, N. J. , September 6,... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September 11, 2011 -- Severe urban flooding in Lincoln Park, New Jersey caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. FEMA responds with assistance and information from "boots on the ground" Community Relations specialists. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln Park, N. J. , September ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hurricane Irene causes severe flooding in Lincoln Park, NJ Production Date: 09/11/2011 Caption: Lincoln Park, N. J. , September 11, 2011 -- Severe urban flood... More

Fire ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 13, 2011 -- Amanda Woloshen, District Director for Congressman Leonard Lance, meets with FEMA Intergovernmental Affairs Specialist Carole Ware at the Manville Fire Department. Representatives from the office of Congressman Leonard Lance (District 7) meet with constituents and with representatives of FEMA to address concerns from homeowners and business people related to the county's and FEMA's response to the severe flooding caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28, 2011. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Fire ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 13, 2011...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA representatives meet with representatives of Congressman Leonard Lance Production Date: 09/13/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , September 13, 2011 -- Amanda... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 17, 2011 -- Alyson Williams, a Faith Lutheran Church volunteer, packs a box of freshly washed dishes from the home of a disaster survivor. Volunteers from Faith Lutheran Church in Hillsborough, New Jersey, remove debris from the home of disaster survivors Dawn and David Cohen whose home in Manville suffered severe flooding damage caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. FEMA works with and coordinates the generous activities of volunteer agencies like Lutheran Disaster Response when responding to disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 17, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Faith Lutheran Church volunteers work with FEMA in New Jersey Production Date: 09/17/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , September 17, 2011 -- Alyson Williams, a F... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 17, 2011 -- David Wright, a volunteers from Faith Lutheran Church in Hillsborough, New Jersey, stacks boxes of salvaged household items from the home of disaster survivors Dawn and David Cohen whose home in Manville suffered severe flooding damage caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. FEMA works with and coordinates the generous activities of volunteer agencies like Lutheran Disaster Response when responding to disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 17, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Lutheran Faith Church volunteers work with FEMA to assist disaster survivors in New Jersey Production Date: 09/17/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , September 17,... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 17, 2011 -- Volunteers from Faith Lutheran Church in Hillsborough, New Jersey, remove debris from the home of disaster survivors Dawn and David Cohen whose home in Manville suffered severe flooding damage caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28. FEMA works with and coordinates the generous activities of volunteer agencies like Lutheran Disaster Response when responding to disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 17, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Lutheran Faith Church volunteers work with FEMA to assist disaster survivors in New Jersey Production Date: 09/17/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , September 17,... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Volcano - Bound Brook, N. J. , October 5, 2011 -- Hurricane Irene disaster survivor Lilia Delgado receives essential supplies from the Salvation Army Bound Brook Temple in Bound Brook, New Jersey. FEMA partners with numerous volunteer agencies like the Salvation Army to provide needed assistance to disaster survivors. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Volcano - Bound Brook, N. J. , O...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA partners with the Salvation Army to assist disaster survivors in New Jersey Production Date: 10/05/2011 Caption: Bound Brook, N. J. , October 5, 2011 -- H... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 1, 2011 -- Palettes of boxed food stored at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, which is a state member of Feeding America, a national organization that is a member of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (NVOAD). The Food Bank of New Jersey is a non-profit organization that services 18 of the 21 counties in New Jersey and provides food on a regular basis to non-profit organizations in New Jersey (e. g. Salvation Army) that distribute food to people in need. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 1, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Food Bank of New Jersey assists disaster survivors Production Date: 11/01/2011 Caption: Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 1, 2011 -- Palettes of boxed food stor... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 -- Ernest Vaughan, warehouse manager at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, instructs Ayesha Bashiru, a volunteer from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, in the techniques of correct food sorting and understanding packaging coding. Volunteers (including employees from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey and college students from Seton Hall University and Kean University in New Jersey) sort and pack donated food at the Food Bank of New Jersey. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers help out at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey to support disaster survivors Production Date: 11/05/2011 Caption: Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -- Matthew Furlong, Disability Accommodations Coordinator for DeVry University, listens to a presentation by FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer FCO William Vogel, during a tour for private sector partners at FEMA's Joint Field Office (JFO) in Neptune. Lead by Susan Langhoff, FEMA Assistant External Affairs Officer for Private Sector, leaders and members of New Jersey's private sector toured the FEMA JFO in Neptune. FEMA encourages the involvement of the private sector before and after a disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Private Sector leaders tour New Jersey JFO Production Date: 11/16/2011 Caption: Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -- Matthew Furlong, Disability Accommodations Co... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -- Dean Volpe, Captain of Police, Monmouth University, listens to a presentation by FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer FCO William Vogel, during a tour for private sector partners at FEMA's Joint Field Office (JFO) in Neptune. Lead by Susan Langhoff, FEMA Assistant External Affairs Officer for Private Sector, leaders and members of New Jersey's private sector toured the FEMA JFO in Neptune. FEMA encourages the involvement of the private sector before and after a disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Private Sector leaders tour New Jersey JFO Production Date: 11/16/2011 Caption: Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -- Dean Volpe, Captain of Police, Monmouth Unive... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2012 -- Alexander Romanov, Director of Federal-State Russian Airmobile Rescue Service, Moscow, and Alexey Audeev, Deputy Director of International Cooperation Department EMERCOM of Russian, meet with FEMA Geographic Information Specialists during a tour of FEMA's DR-4085 Joint Field Office in Queens, New York. Following the onslaught of Hurricane Sandy, FEMA coordinates its work in New York at the FEMA Joint Field Office in Queens and supports state, local, tribal and volunteer agencies in their disaster response activities. FEMA also welcomes the cooperation and assistance of international experts such as the Russian Airmobile Rescue Service who are familiar with disaster response techniques needed to assist communities in need of relief. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2012 -- Alexander Romanov, Director of Federal-...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: Russian Airmobile Rescue Service DR-4085 Queens New Yo... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2012 -- Alexey Audeev, Deputy Director of International Cooperation Department EMERCOM of Russian,Eric Phillipson, FEMA Planning Liaison, and Alexander Romanov, Director of Federal-State Russian Airmobile Rescue Service, Moscow (l-r), review a disaster map being printed on a FEMA color plotter during a tour FEMA's DR-4085 Joint Field Office (JFO) in Queens, New York. Following the onslaught of Hurricane Sandy, FEMA coordinates its work in New York at the JFO in Queens and supports state, local, tribal and volunteer agencies in their disaster response activities. FEMA also welcomes the cooperation and assistance of international experts such as the Russian Airmobile Rescue Service who are familiar with disaster response techniques needed to assist communities in need of relief. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2012 -- Alexey Audeev, Deputy Director of Inter...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: Russian Airmobile Rescue Service DR-4085 Queens New Yo... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- The remains of a building one year after a deadly EF-5 tornado struck the city of Joplin on May 22, 2011. The tornado killed 161 residents of Joplin, destroyed 25% of the town and generated $2. 2 billion in property damage. FEMA supports the recovery efforts of towns and communities like Joplin as they work to rebuild after a disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf/FEMA

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- The remains of a building one ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado Damage and Debris Removal One Year After Joplin Tornado Production Date: 05/21/2012 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- The remains of a building on... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 23, 2012 -- Lynn Onstot, Public Information Officer for the City of Joplin, speaks at the Longaberger Tree Dedication in Cunningham Park, Joplin, MO. The tree-dedication was part of Joplin's Day of Remembrance one year after a deadly tornado struck Joplin on May 22, 2011. The tornado killed 161 residents of Joplin, destroyed 25% of the town and generated $2. 2 billion in property damage. The tree-dedication recognized the planting of 40 trees donated by the Longaberger Foundation of Newark, Ohio. FEMA supports the recovery efforts of towns and communities like Joplin as they work to rebuild after a disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf/FEMA

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 23, 2012 -- Lynn Onstot, Public Informatio...

The original database describes this as: Title: Lynn Onstot Speaks at Tree Dedication One Year After the Tornado that Struck Joplin Production Date: 05/23/2012 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 23, 2012 -- Lynn Ons... More

Jerome M. Hauer, New York State Division of Homeland

Jerome M. Hauer, New York State Division of Homeland

Jerome M. Hauer, New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Commissioner, Alexander Romanov, Director of Federal-State Russian Airmobile Rescue Service, Moscow, and Alexey Audeev, Deput... More

El Reno, OK, November 13, 2013 -- FEMA Corps team members DeAnna High (left) and Mike Shlossman (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 DeAnna High ...

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2013 -- Scattered debris and detritus are all that remain of the homes of disaster survivors on Kissam Ave. on Staten Island following the onslaught of Hurricane Sandy on October 29, 2012. FEMA assists disaster survivors (e.g. temporary housing, individual assistance, public assistance) following catastrophic events like Hurricane Sandy in tandem with efforts of state and local governments. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2013 -- Scattered debris and detritus are...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Surge ^ Disaster ^ Flooding ^ Debris ^ New York... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 30, 2013 -- Members of AmeriCorps NCCC cut and hang drywall in the home of disaster survivor Eileen Pepel whose home on Staten Island, New York was flooded by the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy on October 29, 2012. AmeriCorps crew member are working under the direction of Zach Siddall, Rebuild Operations Coordinator for NECHAMA Jewish Response to Disaster, to help disaster survivors on Staten Island. FEMA supports and encourages Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) such as NECHAMA to help local government and the state to assist survivors of catastrophic events such as Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 30, 2013 -- Members of AmeriCorps NCCC cut a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Mold ^ Debris ^ NCCC ^ AmeriCorps ^ New York ^ ... More

Morristown, N.J., July 20, 2013 -- Leah McBride (left) and Nancy Phillippi (right) of Mormon Helping Hands pose for the camera as they assist in the organization of a preparedness fair sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which was held In Morristown, New Jersey on July 20, 2013. FEMA, the state, tribal and local governments, and volunteer organizations help communities prepare for natural disasters. Photograph by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Morristown, N.J., July 20, 2013 -- Leah McBride (left) and Nancy Phill...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Morristown, NJ Keywords: Preparedness ^ FEMA ^ New Jersey ^ Red Cross ^ DR-... More

Morristown, N.J., July 20, 2013 -- A small dog and its handler from St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center comforts visitors at a preparedness fair sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which was held In Morristown, New Jersey on July 20, 2013. FEMA, the state, tribal and local governments, and volunteer organizations help communities prepare for natural disasters. Photograph by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Morristown, N.J., July 20, 2013 -- A small dog and its handler from St...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Morristown, NJ Keywords: FEMA ^ New Jersey ^ Red Cross ^ Disaster Preparedn... More

Mayflower, AR, May 7, 2014 – Debris removal on Pinetree Loop in Mayflower, Arkansas following severe storms and a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their recovery efforts following a natural disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 7, 2014 – Debris removal on Pinetree Loop in Mayf...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-07 17:01:22 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers from Northside High School in Fort Smith, Arkansas, take a break for a group photo as they remove debris from a home and property on Plantation Drive after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers from Northside...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-17 15:03:01 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

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