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Galena, Alaska, May 21, 2014 -- FEMA Operations Section Chief Robert Purcell (L) briefs Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Willie Nunn (C) and FCO Dolph Diemont (R) on home elevations in a repetitive loss environment. After severe flooding destroyed the previous homes in 2013, FEMA and the State of Alaska worked closely with the City of Galena to repair and elevate the homes above the base level flood elevations to mitigate future losses. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, May 21, 2014 -- FEMA Operations Section Chief Robert P...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-22 02:15:15 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Philadelphia, Pa., May 6, 2014 -- On May 6th the Department of Labor organized a PrepareAthon for the Curtis Center with FEMA Region III and OSHA. 25 agencies were invited to come and talk with staff about taking actions, participate in a preparedness game and learn about flood mitigation from 10am-2pm

Philadelphia, Pa., May 6, 2014 -- On May 6th the Department of Labor o...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-06 11:02:22 UTC Photographer Name: Peter Herrick, Jr. City/State: Philadelphia, PA Categories: Federal Partners ^ FEMA Corps ^ FEMA Event Phot... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Nashville, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Gracia Szczech speaks with volunteers in Bordeaux (Nashville) about their efforts to assist flood survivors. FEMA is responding to severe storms and flooding that damaged or destroyed thousands of homes across Tennessee in May 2010. David Fine/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Nashville, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- FEMA Feder...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA officials in Tennessee Production Date: 05/08/2010 Caption: Nashville, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Gracia Szczech speaks with... More

Flooding - Olive Hill, Ky. , June 2, 2010 -- Medical records in a local dentist's office that were destroyed in the floods in early May are painstakingly recopied by hand. Flood waters inundated the main business area of Olive Hill. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Flooding - Olive Hill, Ky. , June 2, 2010 -- Medical records in a loca...

The original database describes this as: Title: Floods Kentucky Medical Records Production Date: 06/02/2010 Caption: Olive Hill, Ky. , June 2, 2010 -- Medical records in a local dentist's office that were de... More

Flooding - Ames, Iowa, August 11, 2010 -- Duff Avenue is impassable as the waters of the Squaw Creek flood Ames businesses. Record flooding swamped the city after back-to-back-to-back storms. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Ames, Iowa, August 11, 2010 -- Duff Avenue is impassable as...

The original database describes this as: Title: Squaw Creek Floods Main Street in Ames Production Date: 08/11/2010 Caption: Ames, Iowa, August 11, 2010 -- Duff Avenue is impassable as the waters of the Squaw... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 6, 2011 -- This seasonal home was flooded to the roof, after being built high, based on the Great Flood of 1937. FEMA can help owners of secondary homes with Small Business Administration loans and hazard mitigation information on mold and rebuilding. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 6, 2011 -- ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooded to the Roof Production Date: 06/06/2011 Caption: Lauderdale County, Tenn. , June 6, 2011 -- This seasonal home was flooded to the roof, after being bu... More

Flooding - Jamestown, N. D. , April 22, 2009 -- Flood contractor with the U. S. Army Corps work to build up the clay dike in Jamestown. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Jamestown, N. D. , April 22, 2009 -- Flood contractor with ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Working on a dike in North Dakota Production Date: 04/22/2009 Caption: Jamestown, N. D. , April 22, 2009 -- Flood contractor with the U. S. Army Corps work to ... More

Flooding - Moorhead, Minn. , March 29, 2009 -- Flood waters north of the city. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Moorhead, Minn. , March 29, 2009 -- Flood waters north of t...

The original database describes this as: Title: Aerial of flooded area in Minnesota Production Date: 03/29/2009 Caption: Moorhead, Minn. , March 29, 2009 -- Flood waters north of the city. Photo: Michael Rie... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Landslides] Coalwood, WV, May 18, 2002 -- John Tabor stands in front of the new travel trailer being provided free of charge while he makes the necessary repairs to his flood damaged home. Bob McMillan/ FEMA Photo

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Landslides] Coalwood, WV, May 18, 2002 -...

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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, August 31, 2005 -- A statue is partially submerged in flood waters as a result of Hurricane Katrina. Photo by Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, August 31, 2005 -- A statue is pa...

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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, September 5, 2005 -- FEMA Urban Search and Rescue Task Force clean off boots that were worn in the flood waters of Hurricane Katrina. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, September 5, 2005 -- FEMA Urban S...

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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, September 11, 2005 - Emaciated dogs get food and water from Robert Watts of the Southern Hope Humane Society in Atlanta two weeks after Hurricane Katrina hit the area. Watts shows where the flood water level rose on this home in Jefferson Parish. Mary Beth Delarm/ FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, September 11, 2005 - Emaciated do...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, MS, January 31, 2006 -- Nick Russo, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer, briefs media on flood maps. Rebuilding efforts using these maps helps prevent damage in the event of a future hurricane. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA Photo

[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, MS, January 31, 2006 -- Nick Russo, FEMA F...

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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 02-3-06 -- Mayor Ray Nagin explains what happened in this 9th Ward neighborhood to King Abdullah II Bin Al-Hussein of Jordan when Hurricane Katrina struck and the Levee broke sending flood water though the neighborhood. The King of Jordan is taking a foot tour of the 9th Ward to see first hand what happened here and how the US responds and handles disasters and what lessons can be learned and applied to disasters in his country. MARVIN NAUMAN/FEMA photo

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 02-3-06 -- Mayor Ray Nagin explai...

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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 4-12-06 -- Lt General Carl Strock Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers & Chief Engineer explains the flood recovery guidance released today in southern Louisiana during a Media press conference at the New Orleans FEMA Area Field Office. The Advisory Base Flood Elevations provide communities the critical engineering data they can use to make their communities safer and stronger during the rebuilding process. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 4-12-06 -- Lt General Carl Strock...

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Federalsburg, MD, June 28, 2006 -- A FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) Damage Assessment Team examines private property that was damaged by 4 days of heavy rain and flood waters so they can make a disaster declaration recommendation. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Federalsburg, MD, June 28, 2006 -- A FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) D...

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Federalsburg, MD, June 28, 2006 -- A FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Damage Assessment Team examines rail road tracks that were damaged by 4 days of heavy rain and flood waters. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Federalsburg, MD, June 28, 2006 -- A FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Damag...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Pascagoula, Miss., August 8, 2006 -- Houses along the Mississippi coast are being elevated to mitigate against future flood and storm surge related disasters. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Pascagoula, Miss., August 8, 2006 -- Houses along ...

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[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Index, WA, 12-15-06 -- Snohomish County workers pour concrete to repair a bridge approach that provides the only access to the town of Index. The Bridge approach was washed out by high flood waters from the November Flooding. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Index, WA, 12-15-...

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[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Monroe, WA, 12-20-06 -- FEMA workers put signs out for the first disaster recovery center to open in Monroe, WA. FEMA began opening DRC's Dec 20th to help November Flood Victims Register for FEMA aid, many people are still without power and a place to stay. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Monroe, WA, 12-20...

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[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Monroe, WA, 12-20-06 -- FEMA Application Specialist Margie Browning (standing) helps Mara Naves, and Jill and Abigaio Heiden at the Tele-Registration table. FEMA has DRC's to help Flood Victims with their FEMA applications. Many victims are still with out power and a place to stay. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Monroe, WA, 12-20...

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[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Hoh Indian Reservation, WA, 1-18-07 -- FEMA, State, and Hoh Tribal members look at mitigation issues on Hoh Indian Reservation maps in the tribal center. FEMA and State representatives were at the Hoh Reservation to discuss mitigation issues and the National Flood Insurance Program as they relate to the Hoh Indian Reservation. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Hoh Indian Reserv...

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[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Lacey, WA, 2-2-07 -- Salvation Army's Captain Charles S. Fowler receives a Certificate of Appreciation from Federal Coordinating Officer Libby Turner and State Coordinating Officer Kurt Hardin for the Salvation Army's early response to the November 2-11, 2006 Severe Storms and Flooding in Washington State. During the two weeks following the storms the Salvation Army provided more than $80,000 for mobile feeding stations and shelters used by flood displaced residents, emergency workers and clean-up crews throughout the affected counties Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Lacey, WA, 2-2-07...

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[Severe Storms/Flooding] Grand Forks, ND, April 22, 2007 -- FEMA's Assistant Deputy Administrator Bob Shea and Former FEMA Director James Lee Witt accept plaques from Grand Fork's Mayor Michael R. Brown. The plaques are mock ups of the Bronze that will be placed on the flood wall. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

[Severe Storms/Flooding] Grand Forks, ND, April 22, 2007 -- FEMA's Ass...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-07 -- Patrolman Fred Guthrie talks with Community Relations Specialist Glen Rader about where flood victims can go to apply for FEMA aid. Community Relations Specialists are out in the flood damaged area to let people know about registering for FEMA aid that may be available to them under the Individual Assistance Program. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-07 -- Patrolman Fred G...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-2007 -- Fred Weaver removes flood damaged wallboard from his home that flooded when a levee failed. Jay had to remove the wallboard and insulation to keep it from molding. FEMA provides an Individual Assistance Program to help individuals recover from a disaster. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-2007 -- Fred Weaver re...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-07 -- Community Relations Specialists Glen Rader and Susan Peterson talk with Elain and AC McCool whose mobile home received flood damage. Community Relations Specialists are out in the flood damaged area to let people know about registering for FEMA aid that may be available to them under the Individual Assistance Program. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-07 -- Community Relati...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-07 -- Shari Verneer and Jay Morehead load flood damaged household items onto a trailer they are taking to the dump. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-07 -- Shari Verneer an...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-07 -- Community Relations Specialist Susan Peterson tapes a 1-800 Tele-registration Flyer to the door of this home that was flooded. Community Relations Specialists are working in the flood damaged area to let people know about the FEMA aid that may be available to them. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Big Lake, MO, 6-16-07 -- Community Relati...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rosendale, MO, 6-30-07 -- Velma Baxter talks with FEMA Community Relations Specialists Luis Miranda and Chad McCormick, and Rosendale Emergency Manager Joe Thomas. Community Relations Specialists are in the flood damaged area to let people know about Disaster Recovery Centers opening up and registering for FEMA aid that may be available to them under the Individual Assistance Program. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rosendale, MO, 6-30-07 -- Velma Baxter ta...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rosendale, MO, 6-30-07 -- Rosendale Emergency Manager Joe Thomas and FEMA Community Relations Specialist Chad McCormick talk with Margaret Nickels whose home was flooded. Community Relations Specialists are in the flood damaged area to let people know about registering for FEMA aid that may be available to them under the Individual Assistance Program. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rosendale, MO, 6-30-07 -- Rosendale Emerg...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Coffeville, KS, July 27, 2007 -- Cheryl Catchings, a FEMA Community Relations Lead, visiting a flood victim in his new housing with some ice. FEMA helped Mr. Michael Davenport relocate from an emergency shelter to an apartment after recent flooding. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Coffeville, KS, July 27, 2007 -- Cheryl C...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Kingfisher, OK, August 19, 2007 -- The Lowes family wades ashore after being rescued from flood waters caused by Tropical Storm Erin. FEMA's Individual Assistance Program has grants and other aid available to help flood victims recover from floods. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Kingfisher, OK, August 19, 20...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Kingfisher, OK, August 20, 2007 -- Enid News & Eagle Reporter Robert Barron interviews FEMA PIO Charles Henderson about FEMA's role in the recovery efforts from the flooding in Kingfisher. FEMA's Individual Assistance Program has grants and other aid available to help flood victims recover from floods. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Kingfisher, OK, August 20, 20...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Dutchtown, MO, March 20, 2008 -- This small rural community was inundated with fast-moving flood waters that flooded homes and submerged the main roads in the area. FEMA/John Shea

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Dutchtown, MO, March 20, 2008 -- This sma...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Fenton, MO, March 21, 2008 -- Local residents and volunteers prepare sandbags and create walls to prevent the potential flood water from flooding local structures. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Fenton, MO, March 21, 2008 -- Local resid...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Eureka, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Members of the Missouri Humane Society along with a volunteer large animal rescue group, Missouri Emergency Response Service, attempt to rescue 13 cattle that are stuck in flood waters. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Eureka, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Members of ...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Eureka, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Flood water stranded cattle are being rescued in the region. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Eureka, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Flood water...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Eureka, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Members of the Missouri Humane Society along with a volunteer large animal rescue group, Missouri Emergency Response Service, go out on a mission to rescue 13 cattle that were stuck in flood waters. A member of the rescue team cuts a fence so that the cattle can make it to higher ground. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Eureka, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Members of ...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Eureka, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Members of the Missouri Humane Society along with a volunteer large animal rescue group, Missouri Emergency Response Service, attempt to rescue 13 cattle that are stuck in flood waters. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Eureka, MO, March 22, 2008 -- Members of ...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Fenton, MO, March 23, 2008 -- A local business is surrounded by flood water from the local river. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Fenton, MO, March 23, 2008 -- A local bu...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Clarendon, AR, March 27, 2008 -- Flood waters from the White River affects land next to the downtown area. A train worker takes a photo of the unlikely scene created by the high water. The flooding is connected to the recent flooding that has occurred north of the state. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Clarendon, AR, March 27, 2008...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Clarendon, AR, March 27, 2008 -- Flood waters from the White River affect farm land and communities throughout the area. The flooding is connected to the recent flooding that has occurred north of the state. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Clarendon, AR, March 27, 2008...

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Washington, DC, May 22, 2008 -- The Flood Smart booth at FEMA's Hurricane Awareness Day at FEMA Headquarters. FEMA hosted the event to help citizens become aware of the coming Hurricane Season. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Washington, DC, May 22, 2008 -- The Flood Smart booth at FEMA's Hurric...

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Taylor County, WV, June 8, 2008 -- This bridge is being examined by a Preliminary Damage Assessment Team sent to determine the extent of damage caused by three consecutive storms in West Virginia. The integrity of this bridge has been compromised from debris carried by flood waters. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Taylor County, WV, June 8, 2008 -- This bridge is being examined by a ...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Martinsville,IN, June 13, 2008 -- FEMA V Administrator, Ed Buikema, advises a Hoosier flood victim on her options and assistance available. Barry Bahler/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Martinsville,IN, June 13, 2008 -- FEMA V ...

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Washington, DC, June 19, 2008 -- DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff and FEMA Administrator David Paulison are briefed on the National Flood Insurance Program at FEMA headquarters. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Washington, DC, June 19, 2008 -- DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff and FE...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Lake Delton, WI, June 23, 2008 - This house and others have fallen into Lake Delton due to flooding and erosion when the dam broke and moved the flood water and lake water into the Wisconsin River. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Lake Delton, WI, June 23, 200...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center, Palo, IA, July 1, 2008 -- Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Bill Vogel, and FEMA Region VII Regional Administrator Dick Hainje, speak with Palo residents. The town of Palo was hit particularly hard by the flood waters in mid June - roughly 90 percent of the residences and business were affected by the flood. Susie Shapira/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] FEMA/State Disaster Recovery ...

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Stoughton, WI, July 3, 2008 -- Lydia Crespel, a FEMA mitigation worker, speaks with Elizabeth Ellison and son Forest Burrington, about flood mitigation. FEMA public affairs personnel work closely with the state in a disaster situation. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

Stoughton, WI, July 3, 2008 -- Lydia Crespel, a FEMA mitigation worker...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Wapello City, IA, July 14, 2008 - -FEMA's Intergovernmental Representative, Colleen Appleby, address questions at a meeting with residents from the town of Oakville, IA. The town was underwater and the houses were destroyed or suffered heavy losses as a result of flood waters in mid June. Photo by S. Garrastegui Maldonado / FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Wapello City, IA, July 14, 20...

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[Tropical Storm Fay] Tallahassee, FL, September 3, 2008 -- FEMA Community Relations(CR) Specialist Marty Moore listens as this flood affected resident tells about her experience. CR is providing FEMA Registration information to those affected by Tropical Storm Fay. George Armstrong/FEMA

[Tropical Storm Fay] Tallahassee, FL, September 3, 2008 -- FEMA Commun...

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[Tropical Storm Fay] Tallahassee, FL, September 3, 2008 -- FEMA Community Relations(CR) Specialist Marty Moore watches as WCTV-TV Reporter Lanetra Bennett does an on-camera interview with a resident who experienced flood damage from Tropical Storm Fay. George Armstrong/FEMA

[Tropical Storm Fay] Tallahassee, FL, September 3, 2008 -- FEMA Commun...

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Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Fargo, N. D. , March 13, 2009 -- The Red River of the North at Fargo is expected to reach 40 feet by next Saturday, March 28. Flood stage starts at 19 feet. Photo Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Fargo, N. D. , March 13, 2009 -- The Red Ri...

The original database describes this as: Title: The frozen Red River of the North in Fargo, North Dakota Production Date: 03/13/2009 Caption: Fargo, N. D. , March 13, 2009 -- The Red River of the North at F... More

Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Fargo, N. D. , March 15, 2009 -- After a very heavy snow fall this winter the city of Fargo braces for a flood. The Red River is expected to reach 40 feet by next Saturday, March 28. Flood stage starts at 19 feet. Photo Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Fargo, N. D. , March 15, 2009 -- After a ve...

The original database describes this as: Title: Runner on a frozen road in Fargo, North Dakota Production Date: 03/15/2009 Caption: Fargo, N. D. , March 15, 2009 -- After a very heavy snow fall this winter ... More

Flooding - Fargo, N. D. , March 23, 2009 -- Workers along 2ND Street Fargo work to raise the height of a clay dike to 42 feet after flood predictions were raise to 41 feet from 40 feet. The clay dike runs in from of City Hall and protects the Downtown area. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Fargo, N. D. , March 23, 2009 -- Workers along 2ND Street F...

The original database describes this as: Title: Workers raising a dike with construction equipment in North Dakota Production Date: 03/23/2009 Caption: Fargo, N. D. , March 23, 2009 -- Workers along 2ND Stre... More

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Moorhead, Minn. , March 30, 2009 --Resident wades through water to check on his flooded home on the Red River in Moorhead. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Moorhead, Minn. , March 30...

The original database describes this as: Title: Resident wades through water in Minnesota Production Date: 03/30/2009 Caption: Moorhead, Minn. , March 30, 2009 --Resident wades through water to check on his ... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Stone Mountain, Ga. , October 22, 2009 -- DeKalb County Master Police Officer J. McWhorter(L), DeKalb County Roads and Drainage Senior Engineer Terrence R. Simpkins, and FEMA Public Affairs Officer Barb Sturner are at a flood damaged home in DeKalb County. The site visit is part of a county-sponsored training class for area officials on how to evaluate damaged houses, using a new FEMA software program that makes it easier for communities to assess residences impacted by disasters. George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Stone Mountain, Ga. , October 22, 2009 -- De...

The original database describes this as: Title: DeKalb County Training How to Inspect Disaster affected Homes Production Date: 10/22/2009 Caption: Stone Mountain, Ga. , October 22, 2009 -- DeKalb County Mast... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Stone Mountain, Ga. , October 22, 2009 -- DeKalb County Master Police Officer J. McWhorter(R), DeKalb County Stormwater Program Supervisor Michael Walker, and FEMA Public Affairs Officer Barb Sturner are at a flood damaged home in DeKalb County. The site visit is part of a county-sponsored training class for area officials on how to evaluate damaged houses, using a new FEMA software program that makes it easier for communities to assess residences impacted by disasters. George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Stone Mountain, Ga. , October 22, 2009 -- De...

The original database describes this as: Title: DeKalb County Training How to Inspect Disaster affected Homes Production Date: 10/22/2009 Caption: Stone Mountain, Ga. , October 22, 2009 -- DeKalb County Mast... More

Flooding - St. Clair, Minn. , September 29, 2010 --Jerry Whale, a FEMA Individual assistance specialist talks to a resident in St. Clair, MN whose home was damaged by flood waters. FEMA and the Minnesota Emergency Management Agency are conducting damage assessments in the area which was affected by recent flooding. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding - St. Clair, Minn. , September 29, 2010 --Jerry Whale, a FEMA...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Individual assistance specialist with a flood victim Production Date: 09/29/2010 Caption: St. Clair, Minn. , September 29, 2010 --Jerry Whale, a FEMA Indi... More

Flooding - Washington, D. C. , March 18, 2011 -- FEMA Adminstrator Craig Fugate provides a briefing to congressional staff on the upcoming 2011 spring flood season. FEMA/Aaron Skolnik

Flooding - Washington, D. C. , March 18, 2011 -- FEMA Adminstrator Cra...

The original database describes this as: Title: Fugate at Congressional Briefing Production Date: 03/18/2011 Caption: Washington, D. C. , March 18, 2011 -- FEMA Adminstrator Craig Fugate provides a briefing ... More

New Orleans, La. , March 21, 2011 -- Louisiana Recovery Office staff participate in the grand opening ceremonies for the Johnson Bayou Library in Cameron Parish. The building was washed away by the severe storm surge from Hurricane Rita. FEMA obligated over $784,000 for the reconstruction of the permanent library building, which is mitigated to the Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps elevation to prevent future storm damage. FEMA/Lynette Fontenot

New Orleans, La. , March 21, 2011 -- Louisiana Recovery Office staff ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Johnson Bayou Lbrary Grand Opening Production Date: 03/21/2011 Caption: New Orleans, La. , March 21, 2011 -- Louisiana Recovery Office staff participate in th... More

Flooding - Fargo, N. D. , April 11, 2011 -- FEMA Region VIII Administrator Robin Finegan and North Dakota Governor Jack Dalrymple talk with members of the Media about the flooding Cass County which is seeing historical flood levels. Photo: Micahel Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Fargo, N. D. , April 11, 2011 -- FEMA Region VIII Administr...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Michael Rieger taken on 04/11/2011 in North Dakota Production Date: 04/11/2011 Caption: Fargo, N. D. , April 11, 2011 -- FEMA Region VIII Adminis... More

Flooding - Kindred, N. D. , April 15, 2011 -- US Customs & Border Patrol under the directions of the County Sheriff to conduct welfare checks on people who have been cut off by the flood waters. Photo Michael Rieger/ FEMA

Flooding - Kindred, N. D. , April 15, 2011 -- US Customs & Border Patr...

The original database describes this as: Title: North Dakota Flood 2011 Production Date: 04/15/2011 Caption: Kindred, N. D. , April 15, 2011 -- US Customs & Border Patrol under the directions of the County S... More

Flooding - Kindred, N. D. , April 15, 2011 -- US Customs & Border Patrol under the directions of the County Sheriff to conduct welfare checks on people who have been cut off by the flood waters. Photo Michael Rieger/ FEMA

Flooding - Kindred, N. D. , April 15, 2011 -- US Customs & Border Patr...

The original database describes this as: Title: North Dakota Flood 2011 Production Date: 04/15/2011 Caption: Kindred, N. D. , April 15, 2011 -- US Customs & Border Patrol under the directions of the County S... More

Flooding ^ Tornado - Little Rock, Ark. , May 4, 2011 -- FEMA FCO Nancy Casper meets with AR Gov. Mike BeeBe before they take a helicopter ride over the areas affected by recent tornado and flood damage. Photo by Jackie Chandler/FEMA

Flooding ^ Tornado - Little Rock, Ark. , May 4, 2011 -- FEMA FCO Nancy...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA FCO meets with Akansas Governor Production Date: 05/04/2011 Caption: Little Rock, Ark. , May 4, 2011 -- FEMA FCO Nancy Casper meets with AR Gov. Mike BeeB... More

Flooding - Memphis, Tenn. , May 10, 2011 -- Memphis, TN, May 10, 2011 - Neighborhoods remain flooded following the cresting of the Mississippi River. Willie Smith sprays the flood water surrounding his home to combat mosquitoes. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Flooding - Memphis, Tenn. , May 10, 2011 -- Memphis, TN, May 10, 2011 ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Marilee Caliendo taken on 05/10/2011 in Tennessee Production Date: 05/10/2011 Caption: Memphis, Tenn. , May 10, 2011 -- Memphis, TN, May 10, 2011... More

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , May 13, 2011 -- Public Works employees in Vicksburg Mississippi work on construction of levees which they hope will contain the rising waters of the Mississippi River. FEMA assists those affected by this flood. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , May 13, 2011 -- Public Works employees i...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Howard Greenblatt taken on 05/13/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 05/13/2011 Caption: Vicksburg, Miss. , May 13, 2011 -- Public Works employe... More

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , May 13, 2011 -- This home stands in rising Mississippi River waters in Vicksburg Mississippi. FEMA aids flood survivors affected by this disaster. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , May 13, 2011 -- This home stands in risi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Vicksburg, MS Production Date: 05/13/2011 Caption: Vicksburg, Miss. , May 13, 2011 -- This home stands in rising Mississippi River waters in Vicksburg Mississi... More

Flooding - Memphis, Tenn. , May 13, 2011 -- FEMA Applicant Assistant Andres Lugo, answers questions for the media about how Individual Assistance helps those with flood damages. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center this morning at the Hope Presbyterian Shelter in West Memphis. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Flooding - Memphis, Tenn. , May 13, 2011 -- FEMA Applicant Assistant A...

The original database describes this as: Title: DRC opens at the Hope Presbyterian Shelter in West Memphis Production Date: 05/13/2011 Caption: Memphis, Tenn. , May 13, 2011 -- FEMA Applicant Assistant Andre... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Memphis, Tenn. , May 28, 2011 --- Unsanitary water mixes with flood water flowing to the street. FEMA is in Memphis to assist Shelby County Public Works in restoring safe and sanitary conditions. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Memphis, Tenn. , May 28, 2011 --- Unsanitary...

The original database describes this as: Title: Unsafe Runoff Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: Memphis, Tenn. , May 28, 2011 --- Unsanitary water mixes with flood water flowing to the street. FEMA is in ... More

Flooding - Birds Point, Mo. , June 5, 2011 -- This all that remains forty days after the levee was detonated to reduce the flood risk to Cairo, Illinois. FEMA is in the area to assist with the recovery from the flooding. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Birds Point, Mo. , June 5, 2011 -- This all that remains fo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Birds Point Levee Production Date: 06/05/2011 Caption: Birds Point, Mo. , June 5, 2011 -- This all that remains forty days after the levee was detonated to red... More

Flooding - Charleston, Mo. , June 8, 2011 -- FEMA Individual Assistance Specialist Kay Phillips answers questions from Pinhook, MO, flood survivor Rosetta Bradley following a community meeting on assistance. FEMA Individual Assistance assists qualified applicants with the recovery process. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Charleston, Mo. , June 8, 2011 -- FEMA Individual Assistanc...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooded Community Begins Recovery Production Date: 06/08/2011 Caption: Charleston, Mo. , June 8, 2011 -- FEMA Individual Assistance Specialist Kay Phillips ans... More

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , June 23, 2011 -- All that remains of a home that was swept away are the front steps made of concrete. A house ravaged by flood waters has been gutted to allow the mold to disperse. FEMA assesses homes and property for weeks after the water has receded to get help to those who need it most. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , June 23, 2011 -- All that remains of a h...

The original database describes this as: Title: House Swept Away Production Date: 06/23/2011 Caption: Vicksburg, Miss. , June 23, 2011 -- All that remains of a home that was swept away are the front steps ma... More

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , June 23, 2011 -- A house ravaged by flood waters has been gutted to prevent the dispersement of mold. FEMA assesses homes and property for weeks after the water has receded to get help to those who need it most. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , June 23, 2011 -- A house ravaged by floo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flood-Damaged Home Production Date: 06/23/2011 Caption: Vicksburg, Miss. , June 23, 2011 -- A house ravaged by flood waters has been gutted to prevent the disp... More

Flooding - Burlington, N. D. , June 24, 2011 -- Chris Ralph look at his family's home through binoculars, after the Souris River flooded out their community. FEMA is working closely with federal, state, local and tribal partners in the ongoing flood fight. Photo by Andrea Booher/FEMA

Flooding - Burlington, N. D. , June 24, 2011 -- Chris Ralph look at hi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Minot Flooding Production Date: 06/24/2011 Caption: Burlington, N. D. , June 24, 2011 -- Chris Ralph look at his family's home through binoculars, after the So... More

Flooding - Burlington, N. D. , July 2, 2011 -- Burlington, North Dakota July 2, 2011 National Guard loading sand bags in Burlington North Dakota. FEMA is supporting the National Guard in flood fighting measures. Photo by: David Valdez/FEMA

Flooding - Burlington, N. D. , July 2, 2011 -- Burlington, North Dakot...

The original database describes this as: Title: National Guard loading sand bags in Burlington, North Dakota Production Date: 07/02/2011 Caption: Burlington, N. D. , July 2, 2011 -- Burlington, North Dakota ... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations employee talks to flood survivor. FEMA is supporting the emergency management team in providing disaster assistance to those affected by the flooding. Photo by: David Valdez/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations emp...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations employee talks to flood survivor Production Date: 07/04/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations employee... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 18, 2011 -- Volunteers from the Southern Baptist Convention Disaster Recovery service help residents remove debris from a flood damaged home in Minot, North Dakota. The Baptist Disaster Response teams are one of many volunteer organizations in Minot helping with the clean up efforts. Photo by: David Valdez/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 18, 2011 -- Volunteers from the Souther...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers in Minot, North Dakota Production Date: 07/18/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 18, 2011 -- Volunteers from the Southern Baptist Convention Disaster... More

Flooding - Bismarck, N. D. , August 6, 2011 -- Bismarck, ND, August 6, 2011 - A FEMA Information Booth is set-up at the base of the North Dakota State Capitol Building in Bismarck during a yearly festival called the "Capitol a'Fair. " FEMA utilized their booth at the fair to promote mitigation ideas to the community as well as providing information on registering and the programs available to those affected by the flood. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Flooding - Bismarck, N. D. , August 6, 2011 -- Bismarck, ND, August 6,...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Robert Kaufmann taken on 08/06/2011 in North Dakota Production Date: 08/06/2011 Caption: Bismarck, N. D. , August 6, 2011 -- Bismarck, ND, August... More

Duryea, Pa. , September 16, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations worker Theophilus Martey talks with resident Noreen Collins. The Collin's home's foundation was blown out by a flash flood after tropical storm Lee hit here. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA talks with resident Noreen Collins. The Collin's home's foundation was blown out by a flash flood after tropical storm Lee hit here. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Duryea, Pa. , September 16, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations worker Th...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Liz Roll taken on 09/16/2011 in Pennsylvania Production Date: 09/16/2011 Caption: Duryea, Pa. , September 16, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations wo... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , Dec. 12, 2011 -- Temporary Housing Units provided by FEMA have been placed on hundreds of private resident's sites throughout flood ravaged Minot, ND. Because of the extreme cold temperatures experienced here throughout the winter, they are being outfitted with "Arctic Rooms" at the entrances to these manufactured houses. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , Dec. 12, 2011 -- Temporary Housing Units pro...

The original database describes this as: Title: Building Arctic Rooms onto Temporary Housing Units Production Date: 12/12/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , Dec. 12, 2011 -- Temporary Housing Units provided by FEM... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- In the wake of Hurricane Sandy debris and destruction can be seen in and around the houses in Breezy Point, N.Y. Over 100 houses burned to the ground as flood waters isolated the community from fireman. Hurricane Sandy was the largest Atlantic hurricane on record and caused the most damage in New York and New Jersey Oct. 29, 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Ryan J. Courtade/Released)

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- In the wake of Hurricane Sandy de...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ryan Courtade City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Hurricane Sandy HurricaneSandy Courtade FA760 DR-4085-... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- In the wake of Hurricane Sandy debris and destruction can be seen in and around the houses in Breezy Point, N.Y. Over 100 houses burned to the ground as flood waters isolated the community from fireman. Hurricane Sandy was the largest Atlantic hurricane on record and caused the most damage in New York and New Jersey Oct. 29, 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Ryan J. Courtade/Released)

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- In the wake of Hurricane Sandy de...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ryan Courtade City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Hurricane Sandy HurricaneSandy Courtade FA760 DR-4085-... More

Perth Amboy, N.J., Nov. 30, 2012 -- While many homes here are located above the flood plain on a hill, the infrastructure suffered significant damage from Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Perth Amboy, N.J., Nov. 30, 2012 -- While many homes here are located ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Perth Amboy, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 --FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, second from right, gets a tour of flood damaged areas of Coney Island Hospital by Director of Faciliites, Daniel Collins, right and Senior Vice President of Coney Island Hospital Arthur Wagner, second from right. FEMA officials and senior hospital staff joined the Administrator on the tour.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 --FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, secon...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

Norwalk, Conn., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Following introductions and overview presentations, attendees had the opportunity to talk one-on-one with specialists. Attending were local and state disaster specialists as well as representatives from FEMA, the Small Business Administration and the National Flood Insurance Program. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Norwalk, Conn., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Following introductions and overview p...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Norwalk, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: ... More

New Orleans, La., Oct. 18, 2012 -- FEMA Future Leaders volunteered their time to paint two homes affected by Hurricane Isaac flood waters in Slidell.Photo taken by Daniel Llargues/FEMA

New Orleans, La., Oct. 18, 2012 -- FEMA Future Leaders volunteered the...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Daniel Llargues City/State: New Orleans, LA Keywords: Volunteer ^ FEMA Future Leaders ^ Paint Disasters: L... More

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding - Minot, N. D. , June 5, 2012 -- A year after the Souris River Flood, 4th Ave. downtown is busy again. Many Minot families lost their homes after the historic June 2011 Souris River Flood. Photo by Cynthia Hunter/FEMA

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding - Minot, N. D. , June 5, 2012 -- A year aft...

The original database describes this as: Title: A Year After the Souris River Flood: Waters Gone Production Date: 06/05/2012 Caption: Minot, N. D. , June 5, 2012 -- A year after the Souris River Flood, 4th A... More

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding - Minot, N. D. , June 5, 2012 -- A year after the Souris River Flood, the Souris River flows quietly through downtown Minot. Many Minot families lost their homes after the historic June 2011 Souris River Flood. Photo by Cynthia Hunter/FEMA

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding - Minot, N. D. , June 5, 2012 -- A year aft...

The original database describes this as: Title: Souris River Flood One Year Later: 4th Ave. in Minot Production Date: 06/05/2012 Caption: Minot, N. D. , June 5, 2012 -- A year after the Souris River Flood, t... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Live Oaks, Fla. , July 3, 2012 -- Several weeks after Tropical Storm Debbie, sections of Rt. 90 outside of Live Oak, Fla. , remain closed from flood waters that resulted from the 25 inches of rain in the area. FEMA conducted Preliminary Damage Assessments of the area to help determine if federal disaster assistance can be available to help residents in the area. Marlene Phillips/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Live Oaks, Fla. , July 3, 2012 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Road Closure from Flooding following Tropical Storm Debby Production Date: 07/03/2012 Caption: Live Oaks, Fla. , July 3, 2012 -- Several weeks after Tropical S... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Duluth, Minn. , July 26, 2012 -- Ceil Strauss (center), Minnesota state coordinator for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), conducts a training class for the staff at FEMA's Minnesota Joint Field Office about flood insurance. The NFIP offers flood insurance to homeowners, renters, and business owners if their community participates in the program. Participating communities agree to adopt and enforce ordinances that meet or exceed FEMA requirements to reduce the risk of flooding. Norman Lenburg/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Duluth, Minn. , July 26, 2012 -- Ceil Straus...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flood Insurance Training in Minnesota Production Date: 07/26/2012 Caption: Duluth, Minn. , July 26, 2012 -- Ceil Strauss (center), Minnesota state coordinator ... More

Hughes, AK, September 19, 2013 -- The California Hoopa Tribe volunteers work to repair this flooded home by removing old wet insulation and replacing it with new. After a severe flood inundated the community, FEMA coordinated a recovery operation with tools, safety equipment and logistics while the Hoopa Tribe volunteered to provide the labor to get the community back on their feet prior to the dangerous winter months in the Arctic. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Hughes, AK, September 19, 2013 -- The California Hoopa Tribe volunteer...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Hughes, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Jamestown,CO, October 9,2013--Part of a highway outside of Jamestown, CO was destroyed when flood waters overwhelmed Jamestown, CO. FEMA is working with local, state, volunteer and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents affected by flooding. Photo by Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Jamestown,CO, October 9,2013--Part of a highway outside of Jamestown, ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-10-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Jamestown, CO Keywords: Flooding ^ Colorado ^ Road Damage ^ Jamestown Disasters:... More

Galena, Alaska, July 23, 2013 -- Homeowner John Stam elevates above the former base flood level after recent flooding inundated his home in an attempt to mitigate future losses. FEMA is providing disaster assistance in the form of Individual Assistance and Public Assistance to those communities along the Yukon River that were affected. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 23, 2013 -- Homeowner John Stam elevates above th...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Feature Stor... More

El Reno, Okla., June 14, 2013 -- FEMA Hazard Mitigation information is on display for May 20 and May 30-31 tornado and flood survivors at FEMA Disaster Recovery Center #6 which opened today. DRCs provide many services at one location for storm survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

El Reno, Okla., June 14, 2013 -- FEMA Hazard Mitigation information is...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: El Reno, OK Keywords: DRC Individual Assistance printed information MIT Hazard... More

Evans, CO, Octover 3,2013--Luz Diaz-Diaz, a FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistant specialist talks to a resident in Evans, CO about his FEMA application. Diaz and her partner, Tracy Davis, were walking through flood impacted neighborhoods in Evans, CO to make sure that residents who were affected would register with FEMA. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Evans, CO, Octover 3,2013--Luz Diaz-Diaz, a FEMA Disaster Survivor Ass...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-10-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Evans, CO Keywords: Flooding ^ Response ^ FEMA ^ Colorado ^ Community Relations ^ E... More

Lavallette, N.J., April 3, 2013 -- A construction crew rebuilds a home after Hurricane Sandy demolished it. This home has been elevated to FEMA'S Advisory Base Flood Elevation (ABFE) standards. Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Lavallette, N.J., April 3, 2013 -- A construction crew rebuilds a home...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias City/State: Lavallette, NJ Keywords: DR-4086 SANDY FEMA U.S. hurricane sandy lavallette new j... More

Emmonak, Alaska, July 15, 2013 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Dolph A. Diemont leads a team to meet with local officials, disaster survivors and community tribal leaders to discuss the way ahead for recovery efforts after a severe flood devastated the community. FEMA is responding with teams on the ground, working with the State of Alaska and the designated Regional Educational Attendance Areas (REAA) and the disaster survivors. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Emmonak, Alaska, July 15, 2013 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (F...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Emmonak, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Community Relations ^ Conceptual... More

Glenhaven, CO, October 6, 2013--A Glenhaven Fire department Captain sits on his ATV before heading out to the outlaying areas of Glenhaven, CO to check on the welfare of some of the residents who are still living in the area. Glenhaven and other small Colorado towns were impacted when flood waters hit the area. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Glenhaven, CO, October 6, 2013--A Glenhaven Fire department Captain si...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-10-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Glenhaven, CO Keywords: Flooding ^ Response ^ Colorado ^ Glenhaven Disasters: Colo... More

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