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Napa, CA, September 9, 2014 ; Cracked plaster reveals wall lath and latticework in the historic Romanesque Goodman Library building in the City of Napa, California, which was struck by a 6.0 earthquake at 3:20 a.m. on August 24, 2014. The Goodman Library was donated to the City of Napa by philanthropist George Goodman in 1901 and is the longest continually operating library in the State of California. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with assistance from FEMA in 2004-2005. 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, September 9, 2014 ; Cracked plaster reveals wall lath and la...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-09-09 14:22:05 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Debr... More

Napa, CA, September 9, 2014 ; Cracked plaster reveals wall lath and latticework in the historic Romanesque Goodman Library building in the City of Napa, California, which was struck by a 6.0 earthquake at 3:20 a.m. on August 24, 2014. The Goodman Library was donated to the City of Napa by philanthropist George Goodman in 1901 and is the longest continually operating library in the State of California. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with assistance from FEMA in 2004-2005. 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, September 9, 2014 ; Cracked plaster reveals wall lath and la...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-09-09 14:08:38 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Debr... More

Napa, CA, September 9, 2014 ; Earthquake damage to the parapet of the historic Romanesque Goodman Library building in the City of Napa, California, which was struck by a 6.0 earthquake at 3:20 a.m. on August 24. 2014. The Goodman Library was donated to the City of Napa by philanthropist George Goodman in 1901 and is the longest continually operating library in the State of California. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with assistance from FEMA in 2004-2005. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, September 9, 2014 ; Earthquake damage to the parapet of the ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-09-09 14:52:55 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Debr... More

Vilonia, AR, May 29, 2014 – With the assistance of an early warning alert, 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 – With the assistance of an early warning ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-29 10:57:52 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 11, 2011 -- FEMA Volunteer Agency Liaison John Chavez speaks to the Church World Service Recovery Tools and Training program's attendees. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 11, 2011 -- FEMA Volunteer Agency Li...

The original database describes this as: Title: Voluntary Agency Liaison Speaks About Reovery Production Date: 07/11/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , July 11, 2011 -- FEMA Volunteer Agency Liaison John Chave... More

Tornado - Dadeville, Ala. , July 13, 2011 -- Wet debris removal being performed on Lake Martin (near Dadeville) by a contractor under the supervision of U. S. Army Corp of Enginners Krista Rossow, Ben Finn and John Rand Hutchinson. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Dadeville, Ala. , July 13, 2011 -- Wet debris removal being ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Wet debris removal on Lake Martin, Alabama Production Date: 07/13/2011 Caption: Dadeville, Ala. , July 13, 2011 -- Wet debris removal being performed on Lake M... 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 - Hackleburg, Ala. , July 19, 2011 -- The Wrangler Distribution Center in Hackleburg was destroyed by an EF-5 tornado in Marion County on April 27. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , July 19, 2011 -- The Wrangler Distributio...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris removal at Wranger Distrribution Center Production Date: 07/19/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , July 19, 2011 -- The Wrangler Distribution Center in Hac... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , July 23, 2011 -- FEMA Mitigation Specialist Amelia Pino answers questions from tornado disaster survivor Theresa Lewis at the "Function on the Junction" jazz fesitval in Erskine Hawkins Park in Berminham. FEMA is providing assistance to those who were affected by the tornado. 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 - Hackleburg, Ala. , July 28, 2011 -- Temporary classrooms being constructed for the start of high school classes on August 15, 2011. Hackleburg High School and Middle School were destroyed by a severe tornado on April 27, 2011. FEMA Public Assistance is providing guidance and partial payment for the cost of 37 temporary classoorms under construction to help the high school and middle school recover and rebuild. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , July 28, 2011 -- Temporary classrooms bei...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA helps Hackleburg High School recover and rebuld with temporary classrooms Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , July 28, 2011 -- Tempora... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , July 28, 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 28, 2011 -- Severe damage to Hackebu...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hackleburg High School 90 days after tornado destroys classrooms Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , July 28, 2011 -- Severe damage to Hack... 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 (VOLAGS) 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

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , August 4, 2011 -- FEMA Long-Term Community Recovry (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

Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , August 6, 2011 -- Cordova resident Ester Lee Russell (right) enjoys a moment of conversation wirh Auburn University Professor Cheryl Morgan at a community meeting for Long-Term Coummnity Recovery (LTCR) at Cordova Hhigh School. FEMA Emergency Support Function (ESF) #14 supports LTCR outreach and planning as meana of fostering recovery and rebuilding in communities after catastrophic disasters such as the tornado that struck Cordonva on April 27, 2011. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , August 6, 2011 -- Cordova resident Ester Lee...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cordova residents embrace Long-Term Community Recovery initiatives Production Date: 08/06/2011 Caption: Cordova, Ala. , August 6, 2011 -- Cordova resident Este... More

Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , August 6, 2011 -- A Cordova resident and an urban planner discuss a map at a community meeting for Long-Term Coummnity Recovery (LTCR) at Cordova High School. FEMA Emergency Support Function (ESF) #14 supports LTCR outreach and planning as means of fostering recovery and rebuilding in communities after catastrophic disasters such as the tornado that struck Cordonva on April 27, 2011. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , August 6, 2011 -- A Cordova resident and an ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cordova residents embrace Long-Term Community Recovery initiatives Production Date: 08/06/2011 Caption: Cordova, Ala. , August 6, 2011 -- A Cordova resident an... More

Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , August 6, 2011 -- A panormaic array of downtown photographs displayed on a string of cafeteria tables at a community meeting for Long-Term Coummnity Recovery (LTCR) at Cordova Hhigh School. FEMA Emergency Support Function (ESF) #14 supports LTCR outreach and planning as a means of fostering recovery and rebuilding in communities after catastrophic disasters such as the tornado that struck Cordonva on April 27, 2011. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , August 6, 2011 -- A panormaic array of downt...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cordova residents embrace Long-Term Community Recovery initiatives Production Date: 08/06/2011 Caption: Cordova, Ala. , August 6, 2011 -- A panormaic array of ... 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, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO), confers with Phyllis Deroian, External Affairs Officer, before Mr. Vogel attends the press conference to update the media and the public about the ongoing efforts of FEMA to assist 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 leadership prepares for press conference hosted by New Jersey Governor Christie Production Date: 09/06/2011 Caption: Neptune, N. J. , September 6, 2011 --... 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 in their response to flooding and wind damage caused by Hurricane Irene.... 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 - Manville, N. J. , September 13, 2011 -- Carole Ware, FEMA Intergovernmental Affairs Specialist, listens to 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 reaches out to disaster survivors in New Jersey Production Date: 09/13/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , September 13, 2011 -- Carole Ware, FEMA Intergovern... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lambertville, N. J. , September 15, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Bill Praust hands a FEMA flier to disaster survivor Janet West in Lambertville after much of the city was flooded due to the effects of Hurricane Irene. FEMA Community Relations outreach is an important components of FEMA's response and recovery initiative following a 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 - Lambertville, N. J. , September 15, 2011 -- Disaster survivor Betty McCoy at first, is hesitant to speak to Patricia Selby, a FEMA Community Relations Specialist because fraud can be a big problem in areas struck by disasters. FEMA Community Relations Specialists visit disaster survivors "door-to-door" in Lambertville. FEMA Community Relations Specialists carry govvernment photo identification. FEMA Community Relations outreach is an important component of FEMA's response and recovery initiative following a disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

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

The original database describes this as: Title: Following Hurricane Irene, homeowners may be vulnerable to fraudulent offers of help Production Date: 09/15/2011 Caption: Lambertville, N. J. , September 15, 2... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lambertville, N. J. , September 15, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Patricia Selby (center) speaks to Betty McCoy (left), a disaster survivor, as Patricia and Bill Praust (right) and Annabelle Townson (hidden) visit 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 -- 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 -- Volunteers from Fait... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Manville, N. J. , September 17, 2011 -- Discarded household items recovered from the flooded home of disaster survivors Dawn and David Cohen. 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 to assist disaster survivors in New Jersey Production Date: 09/17/2011 Caption: Manville, N. J. , September 17,... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Howell, N. J. , September 28, 2011 -- New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno shakes the hand of disaster survivor Dennis Novello at a press conference she held in Howell. Guadagno spoke with disaster survivors who suffered damage to their homes as a result of Hurricane Irene. FEMA works closely with the state and local governments to make sure disaster survivors receive the assistance they need and to which they are legally entitled. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Howell, N. J. , September 28, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA partners with New Jersey to assist ithe state's disaster survivors Production Date: 09/28/2011 Caption: Howell, N. J. , September 28, 2011 -- New Jersey L... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , September 29, 2011 -- Members of AmeriCorps pick, pack and assemble health and hygiene kits for distribution to disaster survivors of Hurricane Irene at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. AmeriCorps is one of many organizations that provide assistance to disaster survivors through the coordinating efforts of FEMA. Members of the AmerCorps New Jersey team featured in the photo are (l-r): Brittney Galla, Harley McCarter, Brandon Wilfrom, Sara Conner and Lia Daniels (Team Lead in green AmeriCorps shirt). Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hillside, N. J. , September 29, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: AmeriCorps packs health and hygiene kits for Hurricane Irene disaster survivors in New Jersey Production Date: 09/29/2011 Caption: Hillside, N. J. , September ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bound Brook, N. J. , October 5, 2011 -- Salvation Army driver Jaamal Montesino unpacks a Salvation Army delivery truck filled with essential supplies for survivors of Hurricane Irene at 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 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 -- Tawfeeg Bashiru (left), Safiyyah Bashiru (center), and their mother Ayesha Bashiru (right), family volunteers from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, help sort and pack donated food at the Community 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 - Hillside, N. J. , Nov. 5, 2011 -- Angela Gonzalez (left) and Zhicheng Wang (center), 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 - Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -- Dr. Michael Chumer, New Jersey's Science and Technology 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. 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 -- Dr. Michael Chumer, New Jersey's Science and ... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2013 -- Steps leading to a destroyed home of a disaster survivor 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 -- Steps leading to a destroyed home...

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 ^ steps ^ ... 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

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, listen to Phil Parr, Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) during a tour of 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 FEMA 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 -- 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

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- The steel cross of St. Mary's Catholic Church, one of the many structures in Joplin, Missouri that was destroyed by a deadly tornado that struck the city 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 steel cross is all that remains of the church, which was built in 1966 and dedicated on December 17, 1967. The cross is a powerful reminder of the strength and unity of Joplin. 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 steel cross of St. Mary's ...

The original database describes this as: Title: One Year After the Tornado that Struck Joplin Production Date: 05/21/2012 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- The steel cross of St. Mary's Catholic Church,... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- New home construction 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 -- New home construction one year...

The original database describes this as: Title: New Home Construction One Year after Joplin Tornado Production Date: 05/21/2012 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 21, 2012 -- New home construction one year after a d... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 23, 2012 -- The remains of a home 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 23, 2012 -- The remains of a home one year...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado Damage and Debris Removal One Year After Joplin Tornado Production Date: 05/23/2012 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 23, 2012 -- The remains of a home one ye... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 23, 2012 -- The remains of a home 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 23, 2012 -- The remains of a home one year...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado Damage and Debris Removal One Year After Joplin Tornado Production Date: 05/23/2012 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 23, 2012 -- The remains of a home one ye... More

Moline, Ill., May 9, 2013 -- The logo of the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) on the shirt of Brad Clearwater, IEMA Disaster Services Planner, as he reviews damage to a home caused by flooding of the Rock River in Moline, Illinois that occurred April 16 through May 5, 2013. FEMA, the state, tribal and local governments, and volunteer organizations try to help communities affected by a natural disaster. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Moline, Ill., May 9, 2013 -- The logo of the Illinois Emergency Manage...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Moline, IL Keywords: Damage ^ Flooding ^ Water ^ FEMA ^ Illinois ^ Debris ^... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2013 -- A spray painted HPD and a red "Unsafe Area" or Do Not Enter or Occupy sticker posted by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development mark the condemned home dwelling on Staten Island was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy on October 29, 2013. The homeowners nearly lost their lives when the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy swept through their home on Staten Island. FEMA, the state, local government and volunteer organizations provide disaster assistance to survivors of catastrophic events such as Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2013 -- A spray painted HPD and a red "Un...

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: FEMA ^ Debris ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy ^ De... More

Moore, Okla., November 23, 2013 -- Engineers, architects and building designers (participating in the Safe Schools 101 initiative and assessment of Oklahoma schools) meet in a classroom at Northmoor Elementary School to develop recommendations for improved safety from tornadoes and natural disasters at the school. 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 natural disasters. Photograph by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Moore, Okla., November 23, 2013 -- Engineers, architects and building ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: Tornado ^ FEMA ^ NDRF ^ Oklahoma ^ Oklahoma City ^ Okla... 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

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 18:05:59 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Vilonia, AR, May 21, 2014 – Missouri University of Science and Technology students and graduates (sponsored by the Rotary Club of Rolla, Missouri) help Team Rubicon volunteers remove debris from a home and property in Parkwood Meadows near Naylor Road in Vilonia after the home was destroyed by a tornado on April 27. Included in the group photo are: Ryan Beck, Artur Graesser, Brad Schneider, Doug Steiert, Matt Mansfield, Matt Liberson, Jeff Rottluff, and Andrew Greek. 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 – Missouri University of Science and Techn...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-21 13:47:17 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Mayflower, AR, May 10, 2014 ; Maintenance equipment used by T&D Solutions and Entergy to restore electrical power and repair power grid infrastructure after the community of Mayflower was struck by a tornado on April 27. FEMA supports local and state governments and tribal entities and works with private sector as communities recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 10, 2014 ; Maintenance equipment used by T&D Soluti...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-10 20:07:14 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Conway, AR, May 8, 2014 ; A Faulkner County public official receives required application paperwork at an ApplicantBriefing prior to the submission of an application for FEMA Public Assistancefor the 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 ; A Faulkner County public official receives r...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-08 13:54:13 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Conway, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4... More

Vilonia, AR, May 21, 2014 – Candice Owens (left) and Merissa Morgan (right), Team Rubicon leads, supervise volunteers as they 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 – Candice Owens (left) and Merissa Morgan ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-21 13:52:09 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... 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 19:12:38 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 12:33:09 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Vilonia, AR, May 21, 2014 – Faith Best (left) and Patrick Salman (right), staff members from Little Rock Christian Academy, help Team Rubicon volunteers remove debris from a home and property in Parkwood Meadows near Naylor Road in Vilonia 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 – Faith Best (left) and Patrick Salman (ri...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-21 14:36:18 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... More

Mayflower, AR, May 7, 2014 – Debris removal on Pinetree Loop (near 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 – Debris removal on Pinetree Loop (near D...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-07 17:03:04 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

"Vilonia, AR, May 22, 2014 ; A wheel barrel filled with debris by Team Rubicon and Missouri University of Science and Technology volunteers as they shovel trash and remove debris from a home and property on Cemetery 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 22, 2014 ; A wheel barrel filled with debris by Team...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-22 15:01:44 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Vilonia, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-... 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 15:04:59 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... 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 18:48:10 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, Ark., May 4, 2014 -- Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson surveys one of the debris fields along Plantation Drive in Mayflower, Arkansas, which was struck by an EF-4 tornado on April 27. FEMA supports local, state and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf/FEMA

Mayflower, Ark., May 4, 2014 -- Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-04 09:35:25 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disaster Types: Tornado Categories: Recovery Photographs Rel... More

Mayflower, AR, May 4, 2014 – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson surveys a debris field on Plantation Drive 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 – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) S...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-04 10:13:07 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, AR, May 4, 2014 – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson (left) meets with Plantation Drive disaster survivor Marcus Patterson (red T-shirt, right) along with former President Bill Clinton (center) and Governor Mike Beebe (right) on Plantation Drive in Mayflower, Arkansas, which 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 – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) S...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-04 09:30:09 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, AR, May 7, 2014 – Debris removal on Pinetree Loop (near 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 – Debris removal on Pinetree Loop (near D...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-07 17:03:38 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, AR, May 16, 2014 – Arkansas Food Bank personnel and volunteers distribute food and supplies to disaster survivors at the House of Refuge and Deliverance on Highway 365 in Mayflower, AR following a tornado on April 27 that impacted much of the Mayflower community. FEMA supports Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) as they help survivors recover from natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Mayflower, AR, May 16, 2014 – Arkansas Food Bank personnel and volun...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-16 12:48:08 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 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 take a break f...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-17 09:17:41 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Mayflower, AR Disasters: Arkansas Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D... More

Mayflower, AR, May 2, 2014 ; The U.S. flag waves amidst tornado debris and destruction at Mayflower RV on Interstate Drive in Mayflower, Arkansas fafter a tornado 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 ; The U.S. flag waves amidst tornado debris...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-02 19:44:47 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 125 structures 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 11:06:10 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Debris Photographs Relatin... More

Mayflower, AR, May 17, 2014 – Team Rubicon volunteers (with the help of a front-end loader) 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 (with the help...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-17 12:30:11 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 125 structures 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 12:13:35 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Debris Photographs Relatin... More

Tornado - Jasper, Ala. , July 9, 2011 -- Disaster survivor Rose Pennington speaks with Pablo Cabassa, SBA Public Affairs Specialist, at a Housing Expo (held n the gymnasium of Walker High School). The Housing Expo was held to assist disaster surivors recover from the destruction of the tornadoes that struck Alabama on April 27, 2011. FEMA represntatives were present at the Expo to assist surivors register for FEMA assitance and obtain additional informaton. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

Tornado - Jasper, Ala. , July 9, 2011 -- Disaster survivor Rose Pennin...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Survivor Speaks with SBA Specialist in Alabama Production Date: 07/09/2011 Caption: Jasper, Ala. , July 9, 2011 -- Disaster survivor Rose Pennington s... More

Mayflower, Ark., May 4, 2014 -- Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe tours a residential neighborhood in Mayflower, Arkansas after an EF-4 tornado struck Mayflower and parts of Arkansas on April 27. The governor was accompanied by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson, state and local officials and representatives from FEMA, which supports state, local and tribal governments and individual survivors impacted by natural disasters. Photo by Christopher Mardorf/FEMA

Mayflower, Ark., May 4, 2014 -- Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe tours a r...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-05-04 09:12:04 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 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 - Lawrenceville, N. J. , September 9, 2011 -- Wet debris removal from the D&R Canal (Delaware & Raritan Rivers) in Stockton, New Jersey. The D&R Canal was severely compromised by flooding caused by Hurricane Irene on August 28, 2011. FEMA partners with the state and local governments to insure coordination of disaster response activities and effective communication among all stakeholders. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA.

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

The original database describes this as: Title: Wet debris removal from the D&R Canal (Delaware & Raritan Rivers) Production Date: 09/09/2011 Caption: Lawrenceville, N. J. , September 9, 2011 -- Wet debris r... 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

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