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Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Sid Melton speaks with Mrs. Marsha Barbour, wife of Governor Haley Barbour at the placement site for the first Mississippi Emergency Management Agency "Mississippi Cottage". FEMA Individual Assistance Housing Inspector Yogi Howell is on the telephone as they wait for a press conference and key transfer to the new owner. FEMA and MEMA are partners in providing recovery assistance to survivors of the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- FEMA Depu...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Officials with Wife of Governor Barbour in Mississippi Production Date: 05/14/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- FEMA Deputy Federal Coordi... More

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irwin with home owner Jose Henriquez run through his home inspection again to illustrate to the media what a FEMA home inspection looks like and what people can expect when they have their homes inspected. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irw...

The original database describes this as: Title: Home inspectors being recorded on video by the media in Rhode Island Production Date: 04/17/2010 Caption: Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mi... More

Tuckerton, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- This clam hatchery, one of only seven in the state, was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. The owner is unsure of whether he can keep his business going. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Tuckerton, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- This clam hatchery, one of only seven...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Tuckerton, NJ Keywords: America EAST COAST New Jersey North America Tuckerton US USA U... More

Moore, Okla., June 7, 2013 -- This storm shelter probably saved the lives of the owner and neighbors who found safety here while their homes were being destroyed by the deadly May 20 EF-5 tornado. Safety officials suggest the best place to be in this type of storm is underground. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., June 7, 2013 -- This storm shelter probably saved the li...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: storm shelter Disaster Types: Severe Storm ^ Tornado Cat... More

Portland, Ore., July 19, 2014 ; Rando the bulldog and his owner came to the FEMA Disaster Relief Trials booth to learn more about protecting themselves in a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake. Pet preparedness is a campaign that FEMA Region X focuses on to highlight the importance of planning for your pets as well as your family

Portland, Ore., July 19, 2014 ; Rando the bulldog and his owner came t...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-07-19 15:19:13 UTC Photographer Name: Mary Beth O'leary Disaster Types: Earthquake Categories: Community Relations ^ FEMA Corps ^ Special Event P... More

Warwick, R.I., Nov. 29, 2012 -- U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Karen Mills talks with the owner of The Coast Guard House Restaurant and the media in Narragansett, R.I., on November 29. Mills explained how SBA low interest disaster recovery loans enable Rhode Island businesses of all sizes and homeowners to recover from damage inflicted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Charles Kohler

Warwick, R.I., Nov. 29, 2012 -- U.S. Small Business Administration Adm...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Candice Burch City/State: Warwick, RI Categories: Interviews With Media Photographs Relating to Disasters a... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Interior view of the first "Mississippi Cottage" being set up for the new owner in Yazoo City. This innovative MEMA housing purchase rather than lease program, assists recovery for survivors left homeless by the April 24 tornado. FEMA and MEMA Individual Assistance Housing services are a critical part of the recovery process for homeless storm survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Interior...

The original database describes this as: Title: Inside a "Mississippi Cottage" Housing Unit in Yazoo City, MS Production Date: 05/10/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Interior view of the fi... More

[Wildfires] Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- Members of a Joint Preliminary Damage Assessment Team discuss the damage they observed as a property owner looks on. A PDA team consists of members from county, state and federal agencies. The data collected by a PDA team is used in a disaster declaration request from a state governor. FEMA/Casey Deshong

[Wildfires] Big Sur, CA, July 23, 2008 -- Members of a Joint Prelimina...

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

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Villalba, Puerto Rico, August 25, 2011 -- Preliminary Damage Assesments were completed in several municipalities to evaluate the extent and type of damages in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. In this photo, the owner for this home shows us the damages that affected his property. Currently FEMA is working closely with the area to rebuild the community to be better and stronger than before. Ashley Andújar/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Villalba, Puerto Rico, August 25...

The original database describes this as: Title: Aftermath of Hurricane Irene in PR Production Date: 08/25/2011 Caption: Villalba, Puerto Rico, August 25, 2011 -- Preliminary Damage Assesments were completed ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Middleburgh, N. Y. , September 16, 2011 -- When hay gets wet and is compressed it produces heat which can result in a spontaneous combustion. That's what happened here. The owner of this farm lost his crops and equipment to flooding, and his barn, hay, and chickens to the fire. All of this was a result of the flooding from Hurricane Irene. Judith Grafe/FEMA Photo

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Middleburgh, N. Y. , September 1...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hay Explodes Production Date: 09/16/2011 Caption: Middleburgh, N. Y. , September 16, 2011 -- When hay gets wet and is compressed it produces heat which can res... More

Union Beach, N.J., March 26, 2013 -- Jakeabob's Bay Restaurant owner, Angelina "Gigi" Liaguano Dorr, prepares to reopen her doors in a new Union Beach location after Hurricane Sandy demolished her shore front restaurant. Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., March 26, 2013 -- Jakeabob's Bay Restaurant owner, ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: DR-4086 SANDY FEMA U.S. debris removal hurricane sandy ... More

Moore, Okla., June 7, 2013 -- Church of Christ Disaster Relief workers from North Little Rock, AR, Dan Ratliff and Jim Young examine a storm shelter which may have saved the lives of the owner and neighbors who found safety here while their homes were being destroyed by the deadly May 20 EF-5 tornado. Volunteers are providing much needed debris clean up. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., June 7, 2013 -- Church of Christ Disaster Relief workers...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: volunteers Individual Assistance storm shelter clean up ^ ... More

Moore, Okla., May 24, 2013 --Local resident Wyatt Smith, 4, hugs Calie, a therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International. Calie is accompanied by owner, Tammy Robertson, right. The group brings dogs into communites that have been impacted by disasters.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 24, 2013 --Local resident Wyatt Smith, 4, hugs Calie...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Moore, OK Disaster Types: Tornado Categories: Community Relations ^ Response... More

Fire ^ Wildfire - Leander, Texas, September 20, 2011 --The owner of a mobile home park in Leander, TX starts to remove the remains of one of his mobile home units that was destroyed when a wild fire ripped through the area. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Fire ^ Wildfire - Leander, Texas, September 20, 2011 --The owner of a ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Clean up begins in Texas after the wildfires Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Leander, Texas, September 20, 2011 --The owner of a mobile home park in Leand... More

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irwin with home owner Jose Henriquez run through his home inspection again to illustrate to the media what a FEMA home inspection looks like and what people can expect when they have their homes inspected. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irw...

The original database describes this as: Title: Home inspectors being recorded on video by the media in Rhode Island Production Date: 04/17/2010 Caption: Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mi... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- A member of the Humane Society talks to a Housing and Urban Development employee holding a dog whose owner is staying in a shelter. The Humane Society is working with local volunteers to provide residents who are unable to keep their animals, with a safe location for their pets. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- A member of the Humane Socie...

The original database describes this as: Title: Humane Society provides assistance to displaced animals Production Date: 07/04/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- A member of the Humane Society talk... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Middleburgh, N. Y. , September 16, 2011 -- Because of Hurricane Irene, the hay in the barn got wet, got hot, and exploded in a spontaneous combustion. The barn burned down, but the silo was saved. The owner of this farm lost not only the barn, but hay, crops, equipment, and his chickens. Judith Grafe/FEMA Photo

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Middleburgh, N. Y. , September 1...

The original database describes this as: Title: Scorched Silo Production Date: 09/16/2011 Caption: Middleburgh, N. Y. , September 16, 2011 -- Because of Hurricane Irene, the hay in the barn got wet, got hot,... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The remnants of this home which was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy on October 29, 2012. The owner nearly lost her life when the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy swept through her home on Staten Island. the homeowner received disaster assistance from FEMA, which along with the state, local government and volunteer organizations, provides disaster assistance to disaster survivors of catastrophic events such as Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The remnants of this home which w...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ Debris ^ beach ^ New York ^ hurricane sa... More

Seaford, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Following the devastation left by Hurricane Sandy, the owner of this home is having it raised to help decrease the chances of future disaster damage. FEMA's mitigation program helps reduce losses that may result from natural disasters. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Seaford, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Following the devastation left by Hurr...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Howard Greenblatt City/State: Seaford, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Fl... More

Perth Amboy, N.J., Jan. 22, 2013 -- Alex Vosina, owner of the Barge Restaurant, is ready for the return of loyal customers who welcomed the re-opening of the eatery after it had been devastated by Hurricane Sandy in late October 2012. FEMA partners with the Small Business Administration and other federal, state and local agencies to assist survivors of Hurricane Sandy in the recovery process. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Perth Amboy, N.J., Jan. 22, 2013 -- Alex Vosina, owner of the Barge Re...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Perth Amboy, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ Perth Amboy ^ Barge Restaurant Disasters: New... More

Tuckerton, N.J., April 11, 2014--Tuckerton cove, Panini Bay Waterfront Restaurant owner and chef Ivar Johnson displays the control panel of the wheelchair accessible lift he had installed. The restaurant was lifted 9 feet from where it had stood before Superstorm Sandy making the access lift a necessity. Photo by Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Tuckerton, N.J., April 11, 2014--Tuckerton cove, Panini Bay Waterfront...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-04-11 01:27:50 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias Keywords: Mitigation ^ Recovery ^ New Jersey ^ hurricane sandy ^ Businesses ^ rebuilding ^ Uni... More

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irwin with home owner Jose Henriquez run through his home inspection again to illustrate to the media what a FEMA home inspection looks like and what people can expect when they have their homes inspected. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irw...

The original database describes this as: Title: Showing the media a home inspection in Rhode Island Production Date: 04/17/2010 Caption: Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irwin with hom... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 18, 2011 -- Flooded house in Minot, North Dakota. The owner is pumping water out of the basement. Photo by: David Valdez/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 18, 2011 -- Flooded house in Minot, Nor...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooded house in Minot, North Dakota Production Date: 07/18/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 18, 2011 -- Flooded house in Minot, North Dakota. The owner is pu... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bound Brook, N. J. , August 30, 2011 --Business owner, Brijo Garcia returns to cleanup his internet store after Hurricane Irene swept through the Bound Brook area. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bound Brook, N. J. , August 30, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Andrea Booher taken on 08/30/2011 in New Jersey Production Date: 08/30/2011 Caption: Bound Brook, N. J. , August 30, 2011 --Business owner, Brijo... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., Nov. 12, 2012 -- The owner of Lucky Leo's, an arcade that has been in business for almost 60 years, moves some of his games out of the boardwalk arcade Seaside Heights, NJ, after Hurricane Sandy swept through the area and damaged the area. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., Nov. 12, 2012 -- The owner of Lucky Leo's, an a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Seaside Heights, NJ Keywords: Hurricane Sandy New Jersey SeaView Heights ^ New Jers... More

Ship Bottom, N.J., Jan. 3, 2013 -- Joe Rulli, owner of Joey's Pizza, is rebuilding his restaurant which was damaged by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working to provide assistance to people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Ship Bottom, N.J., Jan. 3, 2013 -- Joe Rulli, owner of Joey's Pizza, i...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Ship Bottom, NJ Keywords: Building Construction Restaurant Restoration Restore Sa... More

"Augusta, Ga., February 17, 2014 -- As part of the Richmond County Individual Assistance Preliminary Damage Assessment (IA-PDA) team, FEMA Individual Assistance Specialist Charles ""Larry"" Buckner speaks with a home owner with damage from the recent winter storm. This IA-PDA is a required part of the eligibility process to determine if the degree of damage to private property in this area from the recent winter storm is sufficient to receive federal disaster assistance for individuals. George Armstrong/FEMA"

"Augusta, Ga., February 17, 2014 -- As part of the Richmond County Ind...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong Keywords: IA ^ Richmond Co IA PDA ^ PDA: vertical Disasters: Georgia Severe Winter Storm (... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Brian Robbins, owner of Cornell Paper and Box Company, Inc., stands next to his business which abuts Upper New York Bay. Robbins took the initiative to mitigate his property by building a bulk head wall to protect his property from storm surge. Although Robbins building was flooded due to Hurricane Sandy, he said that without the mitigation steps, he would have lost his whole building. Business impacted by the storm may contact the Small Business Administration (SBA) for low-interest disaster loans at all New York State/FEMA disaster recovery centers and 18 SBA business recovery centers. To locate the nearest business recovery center, visit www.sba.gov or call 800-659-2955 (TTY 800-877-8339.). Applicants may also apply online using the Electronic Loan Application via SBA's secure website at https://DisasterLoan.SBA.gov/ELA. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Brian Robbins, owner of Cornell Paper ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Polk County, AR, February 8, 2008 -- Fire Department volunteers work with a home owner to save valuables from a newly built house which was totally destroyed by a tornado. FEMA works with volunteer groups during disasters. In this disaster, Arkansas was hit by a severe tornado and storms. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Polk County, AR, February 8, ...

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

Flooding - Yauco, Puerto Rico, October 25, 2008 -- Domingo Soto, owner of local business "Sol Criollo" places FEMA flyer with the help of Eddie Vasquez from Community Relations. FEMA teams visited residences, businesses and community organizations during outreach campaign. Ashley Andujar/FEMA

Flooding - Yauco, Puerto Rico, October 25, 2008 -- Domingo Soto, owne...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relatinos worker places a recovery flyer in Puerto Rico Production Date: 10/25/2008 Caption: Yauco, Puerto Rico, October 25, 2008 -- Domingo So... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , August 22, 2011 -- Davis Starrett (left) owner of the Medicine Shoppe, meets with Dan Stoneking, director of FEMA's private sector division. The Medicine Shoppe store was able to reopen in a new location just six days after the tornado through working together with community partners, friends and their insurance company.

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , August 22, 2011 -- Davis Starrett (left) owner...

The original database describes this as: Title: Private Sector Recovery at Medicine Shoppe Production Date: 08/22/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , August 22, 2011 -- Davis Starrett (left) owner of the Medicine Sh... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Mudslide/Landslide - Villalba, Puerto Rico, August 25, 2011 -- Preliminary Damage Assesments were completed in several municipalities to evaluate the extent and type of damages in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. The owner for this home shows us the mudslides that are affecting the entrance to his house. Ashley Andújar/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Mudslide/Landslide - Villalba, Puerto Rico,...

The original database describes this as: Title: Survivor shows damages of his house after Hurricane Irene Production Date: 08/25/2011 Caption: Villalba, Puerto Rico, August 25, 2011 -- Preliminary Damage Ass... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bound Brook, N. J. , August 29, 2011 -- Business owner, Brijo Garcia returns to cleanup his internet store after Hurricane Irene swept through the Bound Brook area. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bound Brook, N. J. , August 29, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Andrea Booher taken on 08/29/2011 in New Jersey Production Date: 08/29/2011 Caption: Bound Brook, N. J. , August 29, 2011 -- Business owner, Brij... More

Fire ^ Wildfire - Magnolia, Texas, September 22, 2011 --A FEMA Housing Inspector talks with a home owner whose home was destroyed when a wildfire raced through her community in Magnolia, TX . A local TV station filmed the inspection for its' nightly broadcast. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal and volunteer agencies to provide assistance to residents affected by fires. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Fire ^ Wildfire - Magnolia, Texas, September 22, 2011 --A FEMA Housin...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Housing inspectors work with Texas wlldfire survivors Production Date: 09/22/2011 Caption: Magnolia, Texas, September 22, 2011 --A FEMA Housing Inspector... More

Fire ^ Wildfire - Magnolia, Texas, September 22, 2011 --A FEMA Housing Inspector talks with a home owner whose home was destroyed when a wildfire raced through her community in Magnolia, TX . FEMA is working with local, state and other federal and volunteer agencies to provide assistance to residents affected by fires. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Fire ^ Wildfire - Magnolia, Texas, September 22, 2011 --A FEMA Housin...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Housing inspectors work with Texas wlldfire survivors Production Date: 09/22/2011 Caption: Magnolia, Texas, September 22, 2011 --A FEMA Housing Inspector... More

Union Beach, N.J., Nov. 5, 2012 -- In Union Beach, this restaurant/bar was totally destroyed when Hurricane Sandy pushed her way onto shore and took the owner's livelihood, FEMA and the Small Business Administration work hand in hand to provide for both individual and Small Business Loans at low rates to help survivors get back on their feet. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Nov. 5, 2012 -- In Union Beach, this restaurant/bar...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr/FEMA City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: restaurant ^ totally destroyed ^ Small Business Admi... More

Sea Bright, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Corps team members Amy Butterfield and Sergio Tundo talked with volunteer Jason Young to ensure the owner of the residence was getting the needed assistance after Hurricane Sandy destroyed much of the island. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Corps team members Amy Butterf...

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

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Sopchoppy, Fla. , July 6, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) Specialists Steve Huffstutler and Brenda Cheek provide FEMA Registration information to this flood impacted home owner. CR outreach attempts to contact and provide assistance information to all affected by Tropical Storm Debby. George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Sopchoppy, Fla. ,...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Home Visit Production Date: 07/06/2012 Caption: Sopchoppy, Fla. , July 6, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) Specialists Steve Huffstutl... More

Moore, Okla., May 24, 2013 --Local volunteer Aaron Smith, right, introduces his stuffed animal to therapy dog Zsa Zsa, a therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International at the First Baptist Church which as been set up as a point of distribution to help residents impacted by the recent F5 tornado. Zsa Zsa is accompanied by her owner Janice Bingaman. FEMA has also set up a Mobile Disaster Recovery Center in the parking lot and encourages residents who need to apply for assistance or who have questions to visit the site.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 24, 2013 --Local volunteer Aaron Smith, right, intro...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Moore, OK Disaster Types: Tornado Categories: Community Relations ^ Voluntee... More

Sea Bright, N.J., Jan. 25, 2013 -- Businesses are open and recovery efforts in Sea Bright continue three months after Hurricane Sandy damaged much of this coastal town. The owner of this restaurant organized free meals for hundreds every day for weeks at the fire department while repairs were made to his business. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., Jan. 25, 2013 -- Businesses are open and recovery ef...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Sea Bright, NJ Keywords: America EAST COAST New Jersey North America Sea Bright US USA... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Local businesses owner Victoria Tarpin of Steve's Authentic Key Lime Pie, gets some key limes to continue with operations at her business in Red Hook. Tarpin's business did suffer from flooding but they are getting back to business. Business impacted by the storm may contact the Small Business Administration (SBA) for low-interest disaster loans at all New York State/FEMA disaster recovery centers and 18 SBA business recovery centers. To locate the nearest business recovery center, visit www.sba.gov or call 800-659-2955 (TTY 800-877-8339). Applicants may also apply online using the Electronic Loan Application via SBA's secure website at https://DisasterLoan.SBA.gov/ELA. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Local businesses owner Victoria Tarpin...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

Flooding - Olive Hill, Ky. , June 2, 2010 -- Business owner Robin Calhlen shows FEMA Mitigation specialist Kathi Merritt the water line from the flooding in early May. FEMA and Commonwealth specialists will be on hand Saturday, June 5, to address the concerns of business owners and residents. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Flooding - Olive Hill, Ky. , June 2, 2010 -- Business owner Robin Cal...

The original database describes this as: Title: Olive Hill Kentucky Damage Production Date: 06/02/2010 Caption: Olive Hill, Ky. , June 2, 2010 -- Business owner Robin Calhlen shows FEMA Mitigation specialis... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 --A member of the Humane Society takes care of a dog whose owner was unable to care for him because he is staying in a shelter after his home was flooded. The Humane Society is working with local volunteers to provide residents who are unable to keep their animals, with a safe location for their pets. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 --A member of the Humane Societ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Humane Society provides assistance to animals Production Date: 07/04/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 --A member of the Humane Society takes care of a... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide - Bound Brook, N. J. , August 30, 2011 -- Bound Brook, NJ, August 30, 2011-- Business owner, Brijo Garcia returns to cleanup his internet store after Hurricane Irene swept through the Bound Brook area. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide - Bound Brook, N. J. , August 30, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Andrea Booher taken on 08/30/2011 in New Jersey Production Date: 08/30/2011 Caption: Bound Brook, N. J. , August 30, 2011 -- Bound Brook, NJ, Aug... More

Neptune Township, N.J., Nov. 15, 2012 -- Randy Bishop, mayor of Neptune Township, has worked closely with FEMA since Sandy came ashore in late October to manage the coastal community's response and recovery from the hurricane. As a local resident and business owner, he has applied for federal disaster assistance. And as the owner of a bed & breakfast inn called The Melrose, he has a number of FEMA staff among his paying customers

Neptune Township, N.J., Nov. 15, 2012 -- Randy Bishop, mayor of Neptun...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Margaret Cottrill City/State: Neptune Township, NJ Disaster Types: Hurricane/Tropical Storm Categories: Re... More

Sea Bright, N.J., Dec. 12, 2012 -- Frank Bain (r), owner of Bain Hardware, is interviewed by Steve Zumwalt (l), FEMA Videographer on the opening day of his business. Bain's Hardware was damaged when the town was flooded when Hurricane Sandy swept through the area. The hardware store was one of the first business to re-open in Sea Bright, N.J. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., Dec. 12, 2012 -- Frank Bain (r), owner of Bain Hardw...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Sea Bright, NJ Keywords: New Jersey FEMA Superstorm Sandy Sea Bright recovery priva... More

Moore, Okla., May 24, 2013 --Local volunteers look on as Zsa Zsa, a therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International does some tricks at the First Baptist Church which as been set up as a point of distribution to help residents impacted by the recent F5 tornado. Zsa Zsa is accompanied by her owner Janice Bingaman, right. FEMA has also set up a Mobile Disaster Recovery Center in the parking lot and encourages residents who need to apply for assistance or who have questions to visit the site.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 24, 2013 --Local volunteers look on as Zsa Zsa, a th...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Moore, OK Disaster Types: Tornado Categories: Community Relations ^ Voluntee... More

Narragansett, R.I., Nov. 29, 2012 -- U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Karen Mills, center, talks with the owner of The Coast Guard House Restaurant and the media in Narragansett, R.I., on November 29, 2012. Mills explained how SBA low interest disaster recovery loans enable businesses of all sizes and homeowners to recover from damage inflicted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Charles Kohler

Narragansett, R.I., Nov. 29, 2012 -- U.S. Small Business Administratio...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Charles Kohler City/State: Narragansett, RI Disasters: Rhode Island Hurricane Sandy (DR-4089) Disaster Typ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- The federal, state, and local officials at this Choctaw home site to determine eligibility for a "Mississippi Cottage" (a built house, not a temporary trailer), are (L-R)FEMA Quality Control Specialist Kurk Williams, MEMA Alternative Housing Construction Manager Rick Christian, FEMA Mobile Home Site Inspector, Don McClemore, MEMA Area Coordinator and Disaster Recovery Center Manager Dean Thompson, the home/land owner, and Choctaw County Supervisor Archie Collins. FEMA, state, and local officials are here in response to the deadly tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- The federal, sta...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA, MEMA, County EMA, County Supervisor at Home Site in Mississippi Production Date: 05/08/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- The federal, state, and... More

Tornado - Snow Hill, N. C. , April 19, 2011 -- Jim Sadler, FEMA (R) speaks to Paul Miller(L), owner of the destroyed shopping center, during a preliminary damage assessment in Snow Hill, North Carolina following the deadly tornadoes of April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Snow Hill, N. C. , April 19, 2011 -- Jim Sadler, FEMA (R) sp...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preliminary Disaster Assessment in Greene County, North Carolina Production Date: 04/19/2011 Caption: Snow Hill, N. C. , April 19, 2011 -- Jim Sadler, FEMA (R)... More

Sea Bright, N.J., Dec. 12, 2012 -- Frank Bain (r), owner of Bain Hardware, talks to a FEMA Private Sector specialist on the opening day of his business. Bain's Hardware was damaged when the town was flooded when Hurricane Sandy swept through the area. The hardware store was one of the first business to re-open in Sea Bright, N.J. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., Dec. 12, 2012 -- Frank Bain (r), owner of Bain Hardw...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Sea Bright, NJ Keywords: FEMA New Jersey Superstorm Sandy private sector recovery ^... More

Surf City, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- One hundred days after Hurricane Sandy, the owner of this home has begun making repairs. The living space in this home was not affected due to its being elevated pre-storm. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Surf City, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- One hundred days after Hurricane Sand...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Surf City, NJ Keywords: America EAST COAST New Jersey North America Surf City US USA U... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Property owner Steven Guy and some volunteers cleanup what remains of his house. The debris must be seperated into wood, electronics, construction waste,large appliances, hazardous waste, and household garbage piles for proper disposal. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Property owner Steven Guy...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cleanup continues in Tuscaloosa Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Property owner Steven Guy and some volunteers cleanup w... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- A volunteer working with the Humane Society takes care of a dog whose owner was unable to care for him because he is staying in a shelter. The Humane Society is working with local volunteers to provide residents who are unable to keep their animals, with a safe location for their pets. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- A volunteer working with the...

The original database describes this as: Title: Humane Society provides assistance to residents Production Date: 07/04/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- A volunteer working with the Humane Society... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Au Sable Forks, N. Y. , September 2, 2011 -- This concrete block wall tells how the owner of the auto repair feels about the storm. Hurricane Irene caused widespread damage to many rural areas in New York state. FEMA Photo/Judith Grafe

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Au Sable Forks, N. Y. , Septembe...

The original database describes this as: Title: Don't Come Back Irene Production Date: 09/02/2011 Caption: Au Sable Forks, N. Y. , September 2, 2011 -- This concrete block wall tells how the owner of the aut... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Wilmington, Vt. , September 20, 2011 -- FEMA's Danny Baker talks with Maple Leaf Malt Brewery Company owner, Margaret Ziolkowski, about the damage tropical storm Irene caused to her business. Ms. Ziolkowski, like other Wilmington businesses, are working hard to be open for fall foliage visitors. The town and businesses of Wilmington were badly damaged by flooding in the downtown area. Photo by Wendell A. Davis Jr.

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

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Assistance Production Date: 09/20/2011 Caption: Wilmington, Vt. , September 20, 2011 -- FEMA's Danny Baker talks with Maple Leaf Malt Brewe... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Philadelphia, Pa. , November 4, 2011 -- Anite Delice, FEMA Community Relations Specialist and Michel Desrosiers, Limited English Proficiency Coordinator, speak to grocery store owner Ernst Destine about placing Creole language pamphlets in his business to help inform members of the Haitian American community of FEMAs registration and application process. FEMA reaches out to the whole community, including those with limited English proficiency. Photo by Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Philadelphia, Pa. , November 4, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA reaches out to those with limited English proficiency Production Date: 11/04/2011 Caption: Philadelphia, Pa. , November 4, 2011 -- Anite Delice, FEMA Comm... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The remnants of this home which was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy on October 29, 2012. The owner nearly lost her life when the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy swept through her home on Staten Island. The owner received disaster assistance from FEMA, which along with the state, local government and volunteer organizations, provides disaster assistance to disaster survivors of catastrophic events such as Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The remnants of this home which ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ Debris ^ beach ^ New York ^ hurricane sa... More

Fort Yukon, Alaska, July 6, 2013 -- FEMA inspector Jeff Smith is working with this fish camp owner to gather information and key data during the inspection phase of FEMA's programs. Individual Assistance in the form of Other Needs Assistance (ONA) grants are being provided for subsistence area registrants to provide relief from the loss of salmon mills and fish nets and the loss of the fish that will not be caught and harvested in the salmon mills or the fish nets this season in the Unorganized Borough. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Fort Yukon, Alaska, July 6, 2013 -- FEMA inspector Jeff Smith is worki...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Fort Yukon, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Debris ^ Disaster Officials ^... More

Galena, Alaska, July 1, 2013 -- Dave Walker, a Small Business Administration (SBA) specialist, assists business owner Marlene Marshal with technical details necessary for loan applications. The SBA provides survivors with business loans to help with the recovery process. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 1, 2013 -- Dave Walker, a Small Business Administ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Galena, AK Keywords: Business ^ Alaska Dsat FEMA Gelaway flood fly ^ Flood ^ FEMA ^ Al... More

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irwin with home owner Jose Henriquez run through his home inspection again to illustrate to the media what a FEMA home inspection looks like and what people can expect when they have their homes inspected. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irw...

The original database describes this as: Title: Home inspectors being recorded on video by the media in Rhode Island Production Date: 04/17/2010 Caption: Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mi... More

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irwin with home owner Jose Henriquez run through his home inspection again to illustrate to the media what a FEMA home inspection looks like and what people can expect when they have their homes inspected. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irw...

The original database describes this as: Title: A home inspectors with the media in Rhode Island Production Date: 04/17/2010 Caption: Cranston, R. I. , April 17, 2010 -- FEMA inspector Mike Irwin with home o... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - West Warwick, R. I. , April 29, 2010 -- FEMA Region one videographer Robert Rose (right) tapes an interview with duplex owner Jeremy Taft during a FEMA media event hightlight the dangers of mold at Taft's rental property in West Warwick. (Louis Sohn/FEMA)

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - West Warwick, R. ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Resident being taped by a FEMA videographer in Rhode Island Production Date: 04/29/2010 Caption: West Warwick, R. I. , April 29, 2010 -- FEMA Region one videog... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- A member of the Humane Society takes care of a dog whose owner was unable to care for him because he is staying in a shelter after his home was flooded. The Humane Society is working with local volunteers to provide residents who are unable to keep their animals, with a safe location for their pets. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- A member of the Humane Socie...

The original database describes this as: Title: Humane Society provides assistance to pets Production Date: 07/04/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 4, 2011 -- A member of the Humane Society takes care of a d... More

Sea Bright, N.J., Dec. 12, 2012 -- Frank Bain (l), owner of Bain Hardware, looks at his store's ad in local paper on the opening day of his business. Bain's Hardware was damaged when the town was flooded when Hurricane Sandy swept through the area. The hardware store was one of the first business to re-open in Sea Bright, N.J. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., Dec. 12, 2012 -- Frank Bain (l), owner of Bain Hardw...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Sea Bright, NJ Keywords: New Jersey Superstorm Sandy Sea Bright private sector reco... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Findlay, Ohio, September 20, 2007 -- Small Business Administration (SBA) representative Gilbert YingLing (L) listens to Brian Wilkins, a local business owner whose glass company suffered extensive damage in recent flooding. SBA contacts local business owners as part of their Disaster Outreach Program. John Ficara/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Findlay, Ohio, September 20, ...

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

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Dyer County, Tenn. , May 20, 2011 -- Farmland remains flooded and covered in debris 10 days after the cresting of the Mississippi. SBA loans will be available to help the small business owner rebuild. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Dyer County, Tenn. , May 20, 2011 -- Farmlan...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooded Farmland Production Date: 05/20/2011 Caption: Dyer County, Tenn. , May 20, 2011 -- Farmland remains flooded and covered in debris 10 days after the cre... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Brian Robbins, owner of Cornell Paper and Box Company, Inc., stands next to his business which abuts Upper New York Bay. Robbins took the initiative to mitigate his property by building a stone wall to protect his property from storm surge. Although Robbins building was flooded due to Hurricane Sandy, he said that without the mitigation steps, he would have lost his whole building. Business impacted by the storm may contact the Small Business Administration (SBA) for low-interest disaster loans at all New York State/FEMA disaster recovery centers and 18 SBA business recovery centers. To locate the nearest business recovery center, visit www.sba.gov or call 800-659-2955 (TTY 800-877-8339). Applicants may also apply online using the Electronic Loan Application via SBA's secure website at https://DisasterLoan.SBA.gov/ELA. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Brian Robbins, owner of Cornell Paper ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

Galena, Alaska, July 1, 2013 -- Dave Walker, a Small Business Administration (SBA) expert, works with Marlene Marshal a business owner with major damage. The SBA works closely with FEMA to assist disaster survivors. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 1, 2013 -- Dave Walker, a Small Business Administ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Galena, AK Keywords: FEMA ^ Alaska ^ DSAT ^ Gelena flood ^ fly ^ Flood ^ Gelaway Disa... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bound Brook, N. J. , August 29, 2011 -- Business owner, Brijo Garcia returns to cleanup his internet store after Hurricane Irene swept through the Bound Brook area. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bound Brook, N. J. , August 29, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Andrea Booher taken on 08/29/2011 in New Jersey Production Date: 08/29/2011 Caption: Bound Brook, N. J. , August 29, 2011 -- Business owner, Brij... More

Perth Amboy, N.J., Dec. 6, 2012 -- A business owner looks at an information flyer at a Business Recovery Form held in Perth Amboy, NJ. FEMA and Small Business Administration provided information to business owners affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Perth Amboy, N.J., Dec. 6, 2012 -- A business owner looks at an inform...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Perth Amboy, NJ Keywords: FEMA SBA New Jersey Superstorm Sandy PerthAmboy private s... More

Atlantic Beach, N.Y., July 31, 2013 -- The Sands Atlantic Beach Club suffered $3 million worth of damage from Hurricane Sandy. The owner was able to rebuild and open by Memorial Day with the help of a Small Business Administration loan. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Atlantic Beach, N.Y., July 31, 2013 -- The Sands Atlantic Beach Club s...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hur... More

Moore, Okla., May 24, 2013 --Calie, a therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International, accompanied by owner, Tammy Robertson, left, visits neighborhoods impacted by the recent F5 tornado. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 24, 2013 --Calie, a therapy dog with Therapy Dogs In...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Moore, OK Disaster Types: Tornado Categories: Community Relations ^ Recovery... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Local businesses owner Victoria Tarpin of Steve's Authentic Key Lime Pie, continues with cleanup after being flooded by Hurricane Sandy. Tarpin's business did suffer from flooding but they are getting back to business. Business impacted by the storm may contact the Small Business Administration (SBA) for low-interest disaster loans at all New York State/FEMA disaster recovery centers and 18 SBA business recovery centers. To locate the nearest business recovery center, visit www.sba.gov or call 800-659-2955 (TTY 800-877-8339). Applicants may also apply online using the Electronic Loan Application via SBA's secure website at https://DisasterLoan.SBA.gov/ELA. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Local businesses owner Victoria Tarpin...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- The federal, state, and local officials at this Choctaw home site to determine eligibility for a "Mississippi Cottage" (a built house, not a temporary trailer), are (L-R)FEMA Quality Control Specialist Kurk Williams, FEMA Mobile Home Site Inspector Don McClemore, Choctaw County Supervisor Archie Collins, MEMA Alternative Housing Construction Manager Rick Christian, MEMA Area Coordinator and Disaster Recovery Center Manager Dean Thompson, and the home/land owner. FEMA, state, and local officials are here in response to the deadly tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- The federal, sta...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA, MEMA, County EMA, County Supervisor at Home Site in Mississippi Production Date: 05/08/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- The federal, state, and... More

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - West Warwick, R. I. , April 29, 2010 -- Members of the Rhode Island media interview building owner Jeremy Taft at a FEMA media event at Taft's West Warwick duplex. The duplex had to be gutted because of mold contamination during the March flooding. (Louis Sohn/FEMA)

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm -...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA media event with a resident in Rhode Island Production Date: 04/29/2010 Caption: West Warwick, R. I. , April 29, 2010 -- Members of the Rhode Island media... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - Fargo, N. D. , March 29, 2009 -- The Red River Valley Water Rescue team brings in a home owner who needed to be rescued from the rising waters of the Red River. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - Fargo, N. D. , March 29, 2009...

The original database describes this as: Title: Water rescue team on an airboat in Fargo Production Date: 03/29/2009 Caption: Fargo, N. D. , March 29, 2009 -- The Red River Valley Water Rescue team brings in... More

[Hurricane Gustav] Houma, LA, September 7, 2008 -- Thomas Colgin (blue shirt), Small Business Association gives information to a small business owner. Work was being done at the Houma Civic Center, site of the Mobile Disaster Recovery Center (MDRC) supporting Terrebone Parrish after Hurricane Gustav. Barry Bahler/FEMA

[Hurricane Gustav] Houma, LA, September 7, 2008 -- Thomas Colgin (blu...

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

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - Kelso, Wash. , February 17, 2009 -- As a result of the heavy rainfall in January in Washington, earth broke loose from a hill, and rammed into this home. The owner applied for assistance from FEMA and received a grant to cover reconstruction costs. Savannah Brehmer/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm ^ Winter Storm - Kelso, W...

The original database describes this as: Title: Landslide damage in Washington Production Date: 02/17/2009 Caption: Kelso, Wash. , February 17, 2009 -- As a result of the heavy rainfall in January in Washing... More

Flooding - Pierre, S. D. , June 8, 2011 -- The owner of this evacuated house in Pierre, SD has left his name and telephone number on the front door in the event he needs to be notified because of flooding from the Missouri River. FEMA and other federal agencies are supporting the State Incident Management Team in their effort to respond to the flooding.

Flooding - Pierre, S. D. , June 8, 2011 -- The owner of this evacuated...

The original database describes this as: Title: Evacuated Home Production Date: 06/08/2011 Caption: Pierre, S. D. , June 8, 2011 -- The owner of this evacuated house in Pierre, SD has left his name and telep... More

Braithwaite, La., Oct. 23, 2012 -- FEMA Mitigation Specialist Jose Rubira talks to home owner Michelle Eppley about mold concerns after gutting the entire house due to Hurricane Isaac flood waters. Photo by Daniel Llargues/FEMA

Braithwaite, La., Oct. 23, 2012 -- FEMA Mitigation Specialist Jose Rub...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Daniel Llargues City/State: Braithwaite, LA Keywords: Mitigation ^ Hurricne ^ Isaac ^ Storm Disasters: Lou... More

Sea Bright, N.J., Dec. 12, 2012 -- Frank Bain (l), owner of Bain Hardware, talks to some of his first customers on the opening day of his business. Bain's Hardware was damaged when the town was flooded when Hurricane Sandy swept through the area. The hardware store was one of the first business to re-open in Sea Bright, N.J. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., Dec. 12, 2012 -- Frank Bain (l), owner of Bain Hardw...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Sea Bright, NJ Keywords: New Jersey Superstorm Sandy Sea Bright private sector reco... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The remnants of this home which was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy on October 29, 2012. The owner nearly lost her life when the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy swept through her home on Staten Island. the homeowner received disaster assistance from FEMA, which along with the state, local government and volunteer organizations, provides disaster assistance to disaster survivors of catastrophic events such as Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The remnants of this home which w...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ Debris ^ beach ^ New York ^ hurricane sa... More

Edison, N.J., Aug. 27, 2013 -- A business owner signs up and speaks with New Jersey Small Business Development Center representatives at the Sam's Club Emergency Preparedness Expo. Through this event, home and business owners can network with federal and local emergency managers about responding and recovering from disasters like Hurricane Sandy. Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Edison, N.J., Aug. 27, 2013 -- A business owner signs up and speaks wi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-08-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias City/State: Edison, NJ Keywords: emergency management ^ New Jersey ^ Community Outreach ^ sup... More

Keansburg, N.J., Feb. 21, 2013 -- New steps lead to a fanciful airplane ride for youngsters who will come to the Keansburg Amusement Park after it re-opens for business this spring. According to the owner, damage from Hurricane Sandy will not prevent the decades old park from operating this year. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Keansburg, N.J., Feb. 21, 2013 -- New steps lead to a fanciful airplan...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-21 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Keansburg, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ hurricane sandy ^ rebuilding ^ Keansburg Amuseme... More

Tuckerton, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- Dale Parson is the 4th generation owner of Parson's Seafood in Tuckerton. His retail shop is back in business, but the clam hatchery down the street was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. He is unsure what will happen and if his business will be able to survive. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Tuckerton, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- Dale Parson is the 4th generation own...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Tuckerton, NJ Keywords: America EAST COAST New Jersey North America Tuckerton US USA U... More

Mantoloking, N.J., Jan. 30, 2013 -- This home was knocked off its foundation during Hurricane Sandy. The owner intends to elevate and save the house. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Mantoloking, N.J., Jan. 30, 2013 -- This home was knocked off its fou...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Mantoloking, NJ Keywords: America EAST COAST Mantoloking New Jersey North America US U... More

Keansburg, N.J., March 14, 2013 -- A new game control room at Keansburg Amusements Park is being rebuilt after Hurricane Sandy flood waters carried it out of the park and down the street. Despite the losses suffered here, the park owner vows to make a comeback by late spring. Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Keansburg, N.J., March 14, 2013 -- A new game control room at Keansbur...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias City/State: Keansburg, NJ Keywords: DR-4086 SANDY FEMA GEOGRAPHY Keansburg U.S. hurricane san... More

Perth Amboy, N.J., Dec. 6, 2012 -- Louise Porter, SBA Public Affairs Specialist, chats with a business owner at a Business Recovery Form held in Perth Amboy, N.J. FEMA and SBA provided information to business owners affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Perth Amboy, N.J., Dec. 6, 2012 -- Louise Porter, SBA Public Affairs S...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Perth Amboy, NJ Keywords: SBA FEMA New Jersey Superstorm Sandy PerthAmboy private s... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Local businesses owner Victoria Tarpin of Steve's Authentic Key Lime Pie, continues with cleanup after being flooded by Hurricane Sandy. Tarpin's business did suffer from flooding but they are getting back to business. Business impacted by the storm may contact the Small Business Administration (SBA) for low-interest disaster loans at all New York State/FEMA disaster recovery centers and 18 SBA business recovery centers. To locate the nearest business recovery center, visit www.sba.gov or call 800-659-2955 (TTY 800-877-8339). Applicants may also apply online using the Electronic Loan Application via SBA's secure website at https://DisasterLoan.SBA.gov/ELA. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Local businesses owner Victoria Tarpin...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Mississippi Emergency Management Agency's Mississippi Alternative Housing Manager Rick Christian is here as the first "Mississippi Cottage" is being set up in Yazoo City for the new owner. This MEMA program provides quick affordable housing for storm survivors who were left homeless by the April 24 tornado and is innovative in that it is not a lease but ownership program. FEMA and MEMA Individual Assistance Housing services are a critical part of the recovery process for homeless storm survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Mississi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mississippi Cottage and MEMA Housing Manager in Yazoo City, MS Production Date: 05/10/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Mississippi Emergency ... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , Oct. 20, 2011 -- FEMA Associate Administrator of Response and Recovery William Carwile (top right) and FEMA Senior Advisor Kristin Robinson survey a flood-damaged Minot neighborhood. The owner recently moved back into the home. FEMA is working with state and local partners to provide assistance to those affected by June's historic Souris River flood in Minot. Photo by Cynthia Hunter/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , Oct. 20, 2011 -- FEMA Associate Administrato...

The original database describes this as: Title: William Carwile in Minot Production Date: 10/20/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , Oct. 20, 2011 -- FEMA Associate Administrator of Response and Recovery William Car... More

Keansburg, N.J., March 14, 2013 -- Workers at Keansburg Amusements Park dismantle a roller coaster rendered useless by Hurricane Sandy. Although the park suffered $5 million in damages, the park owner has no doubt of its return. Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Keansburg, N.J., March 14, 2013 -- Workers at Keansburg Amusements Par...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias City/State: Keansburg, NJ Keywords: Keansburg U.S. new jersey north america united states hur... More

Flooding - Nashville, Tenn. , August 5, 2010 -- Nashville Pro Hammond owner Murph Wanca moves instruments around his shop. Music City artists rely on Wanca to keep their Hammond organs and other vintage instruments in top shape. An SBA low-interest loan is helping Wanca recover from the flood damage his shop suffered during May storms. Martin Grube/FEMA

Flooding - Nashville, Tenn. , August 5, 2010 -- Nashville Pro Hammond ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Music Shop owner Murph Wanca moves instruments around his shop in Tennessee Production Date: 08/05/2010 Caption: Nashville, Tenn. , August 5, 2010 -- Nashville... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Findlay, Ohio, September 20, 2007 -- Small Business Administration (SBA) representative Gilbert YingLing (L) listens to Brian Wilkins, a local business owner whose glass company suffered extensive damage in recent flooding. SBA contacts local business owners as part of their Disaster Outreach Program. John Ficara/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Findlay, Ohio, September 20, ...

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

Highlands, N.J., Feb. 7, 2013 -- The owner of this home in Highlands said the raised structure is now 100 percent compliant with the new FEMA Advisory Base Flood Elevation (ABFE) guidelines. Hazard mitigation information relating to rebuilding after Hurricane Sandy is available from FEMA's website. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Highlands, N.J., Feb. 7, 2013 -- The owner of this home in Highlands s...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Highlands, NJ Keywords: Mitigation ^ FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ reconstruction ^ ABFE... More

Sea Bright, N.J., Feb. 7, 2013 -- Chris Wood (L), owner of Woody's Ocean Grille in Sea Bright, with six loyal customers who are delighted Woody's is open for their monthly luncheon gathering. Woody's is one of the first businesses to have opened after Hurricane Sandy devastated the area. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., Feb. 7, 2013 -- Chris Wood (L), owner of Woody's Oce...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Sea Bright, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ Sea Bright Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane San... More

Pago Pago, American Samoa, April 25, 2012 -- American Samoa Office of Homeland Security staff presenting emergency warning radio to a local shop owner

Pago Pago, American Samoa, April 25, 2012 -- American Samoa Office of ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-04-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Gabriela Aranda City/State: Pago Pago, AS Disaster Types: Tsunami Photographs Relating to Disasters and Eme... More

Fort Yukon, Alaska, July 6, 2013 -- FEMA inspector Jeff Smith is working with this fish camp owner while conducting inspections in an effort to document the damages to those who were affacted by the severe flooding. Individual Assistance in the form of Other Needs Assistance (ONA) grants are being provided for subsistence area registrants to provide relief from the loss of the salmon mills and the loss of the fish that will not be caught and harvested in the Unorganized Borough

Fort Yukon, Alaska, July 6, 2013 -- FEMA inspector Jeff Smith is worki...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Fort Yukon, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Debris ^... More

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