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Rwandan refugee family of mother and children stand by a makeshift shelter, which along with what they carry, constitute all their worldly possessions. They are in the Kibuma refugee camp near Goma after a civil war erupted in their country. They joined over 1.2 million other refugees who fled into the refugee camps

Rwandan refugee family of mother and children stand by a makeshift she...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SUPPORT HOPE Base: Goma Country: Zaire (ZAR) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Val Gempis Release Status: Released to Public Combi... More

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Wapello, Iowa, June 28, 2008 -- Tanya Purdy, 49, provides information about the damage to her house and possessions to the FEMA housing inspector. In the truck are all of the posessions they were able to salvage by having friends shuttle a boat back and forth. Susie Shapira/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Wapello, Iowa, June 28, 2008 ...

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

[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 29, 2008 -- Crews collect debris piled at the side of the road by residents as they toss away drywall, insulation and personal possessions damaged by Hurricane Ike. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 29, 2008 -- Crews collect ...

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

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 30, 2009 -- Household possessions and debris are placed at the curb of this flood affected home following the September severe storms and flooding. George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 30, 2009 -- Househo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris at Flooded Home Production Date: 09/30/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 30, 2009 -- Household possessions and debris are placed at the curb of thi... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 27, 2011 -- Mold is growing on the walls in this pantry. FEMA mitigation experts provide information on working in an environment with mold, enabling survivors to safely salvage personal possessions. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mold Grows in a Destroyed Home Production Date: 09/27/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 27, 2011 -- Mold is growing on the walls in this pantry. FEMA mi... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., Nov. 12, 2012 -- A Red Cross volunteer gives food to Hurricane Sandy survivors in Seaside Heights, N.J., who were allowed to spend a few hours at their homes to retrieve their possessions. Seaside Heights, like other New Jersey coastal towns, was devastated when Hurricane Sandy swept through the area. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., Nov. 12, 2012 -- A Red Cross volunteer gives fo...

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: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy Red Cross SeaView Heights ... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Hurricane Sandy survivors watch as what was once their possessions are now piles of debris being picked up for disposal. FEMA is providing disaster assistance to eligible individuals and state and local governments. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Hurricane Sandy survivors watch ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

Evergreen, Colo., September 23,2013 -- A home in an Evergreen, CO home was damaged by flooding. The residents are trying to salvage their possessions. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Evergreen, Colo., September 23,2013 -- A home in an Evergreen, CO home...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Evergreen, CO Keywords: Damage ^ Flooding ^ Colorado ^ Evergreen Disaster Types: F... More

Muslim women carrying bags of possessions and shed tears as they leave the town of Jusici, Bosnia Herzegovina. Residents of the town were asked to leave for a 72- hour period, following a breakdown in the Dayton Peace Accord

Muslim women carrying bags of possessions and shed tears as they leave...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Base: Jusici Country: Bosnia And/I Herzegovina (BIH) Scene Camera Operator: SPC Cabello Release Status: Relea... More

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007-- FEMA’ Louis Narciso, direct housing operations (Individual Assistance) left, and Leighann Grice, test the stove inside the FEMA provided mobile home her and her husband Jon, center, will temporarily call home. Behind them observing are FEMA workers Kenneth Tingman, left, operations special assistant, and Henry Colon, a technical monitor. The couple lost their home and many household possessions when the wild fires burned their community in October. Amanda Bicknell/FEMA

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007-- FEMA’ Louis Narciso, dir...

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

[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 29, 2008 -- Debris is being collected from the curbside by contracted work crews funded by FEMA. Residents have been returning to the island and discarding their damaged possessions resultant from Hurricane Ike. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 29, 2008 -- Debris is bein...

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

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 5, 2012 -- A pile of destroyed personal possessions line this street. FEMA will be assisting in the cleanup effort by providing Public Assistance funding, while assisting individuals with FEMA grants and Small Business Administration loans. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 5, 2012 -- A pile of destroyed personal p...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield Beach, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Storm destroyed personal possessions which litter the street of this neighborhood are being removed by contract workers who ultimately will be paid with FEMA Public Assistance funds. FEMA is here to help survivors recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Storm destroyed personal possession...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: PA debris ^ Debris ^ PA Disasters: New York Hurrican... More

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 5, 2007 -- FEMA Technical Assistance Coordinator John Kalb is overseeing efforts to install this FEMA provided mobile home for a family who lost their home and many possessions in the October wildfires. Amanda Bicknell/FEMA

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 5, 2007 -- FEMA Technical Assistance...

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

[Wildfires] Elzura, CA, December 8, 2007 -- Operations Special Assistant Kenneth Tingman, left, hands Jon and Leighann Grice the keys to a mobile home provided by FEMA for their temporary use. The couple lost their home and many household possessions when the wild fires burned their community in October. Amanda Bicknell/FEMA

[Wildfires] Elzura, CA, December 8, 2007 -- Operations Special Assista...

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

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Lives interrupted, and material possessions scattered about after a series of tornadoes destroyed homes in the areas of rural Northeastern Alabama. President Obama signed Alabama's Major Disaster Declaration and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Lives interrupted, and...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Adam Dubrowa taken on 05/02/2011 in Alabama Production Date: 05/02/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Lives interrupted, and mat... More

Tornado - Collegedale, Tenn. , May 8, 2011 - A FEMA Community Relations representative posts information on how to file with FEMA on the door of a donated shed. Sheds such as these have been provided to survivors so they could secure salvaged possessions. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Tornado - Collegedale, Tenn. , May 8, 2011 - A FEMA Community Relation...

The original database describes this as: Title: Collegedale, TN FEMA Community Relations Production Date: 05/08/2011 Caption: Collegedale, Tenn. , May 8, 2011 - A FEMA Community Relations representative post... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Chattanooga, Tenn. , May 8, 2011 -- Chattanooga, TN, May 8, 2011 - A couple sits amid burning debris, sorting out what is left of their possessions. Volunteers often provide first responder help before local and federal personnel arrive. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Chattanooga, Tenn. , May 8, 2011 -- Chattanoo...

The original database describes this as: Title: DR_1974_TN Production Date: 05/08/2011 Caption: Chattanooga, Tenn. , May 8, 2011 -- Chattanooga, TN, May 8, 2011 - A couple sits amid burning debris, sorting ... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Merritt, N. C. , October 3, 2011 -- Volunteers from the North Carolina Baptist Men are gutting a house and trying to salvage some possessions for the flood victim. Faith-based voluntary organizations work with FEMA's Voluntary Agency liaisons to provide services at no cost to the survivors. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Merritt, N. C. ,...

The original database describes this as: Title: Salvaging Possessions as Mold begins to Grow Production Date: 10/03/2011 Caption: Merritt, N. C. , October 3, 2011 -- Volunteers from the North Carolina Baptis... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- These volunteers are removing sheet rock, ruined possessions, and other hazardous material before mold can become a problem. Organizations such as this help save many homes and have been important partners in FEMA's effort to help Hurricane Sandy survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- These volunteers are removing sheet...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: VOAD IA volunteers Sumaritans Purse ^ IA ^ volunteers... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- personal possessions destroyed during Hurricane Sandy litter the street of this neighborhood. FEMA is here to help survivors and communities recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- personal possessions destroyed duri...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: PA debris ^ Debris ^ PA Disasters: New York Hurrican... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Harrisburg, Ill. , March 5, 2012 -- This now homeless storm survivor has returned to collect some precious possessions and to find the entire back of her home blown out by the February tornado. Individual Assistance Preliminary Damage Assessments began today and are a required component of the State's request for federal IA disaster assistance. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Harrisburg, Ill. , March 5, 2012 -- This now ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Storm Survivor Looks for Possessions Production Date: 03/05/2012 Caption: Harrisburg, Ill. , March 5, 2012 -- This now homeless storm survivor has returned to ... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Storm survivors have returned, search for possessions, and begin the difficult task of clean-up from the May 20 EF-5 tornado which devastated this area. FEMA can provide temporary housing and other assistance to eligible survivors who register and apply. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Storm survivors have returned, search fo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: debris Individual Assistance temporay housing ^ Debris ^ I... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This Salvation Army vehicle is in the May 20 tornado disaster scene to provide snacks and beverages to storm survivors who are cleaning up debris and searching for possessions. Voluntary agencies provide much needed personal services and are important FEMA partners in disaster recovery. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This Salvation Army vehicle is in the Ma...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: volunteer Individual Assistance ^ Volunteer ^ Individual a... More

Moore, Okla., June 3, 2013 -- American Red Cross volunteer Dr. Kriss Wiant is walking through this destroyed area on a mental health outreach mission to find anyone who may need help. The experience of losing loved ones, possessions, and home would be a trauma for anyone and that is what the deadly EF-5 May 20 tornado did for many Oklahomans. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., June 3, 2013 -- American Red Cross volunteer Dr. Kriss W...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: Red Cross volunteer VOLAG mental health outreach ^ Outreac... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- Residents and volunteers like Maggie Potter(l) and Kristen Merkle(r) are cleaning up in Bordeaux (Nashville) after flood waters damaged or destroyed homes and possessions. FEMA is responding the severe storms and flooding that damaged or destroyed many homes and businesses across Tennessee. David Fine/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- Residents a...

The original database describes this as: Title: Residents clean their property after the storm in Tennessee Production Date: 05/08/2010 Caption: Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- Residents and volunteers like... More

PVT Robert W. Hopkins from HHC 1/87th Infantry Regiment checks identification cards of local residents whose possessions were lost as a result of Hurricane Andrew

PVT Robert W. Hopkins from HHC 1/87th Infantry Regiment checks identif...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Homestead Goulds Park State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Kevin Thomas Release Status: Releas... More

Two Belgian military police officers, left and right in the frame go through the possessions of a Somali taxi driver who stands between the two officers. Both Belgian Soldiers carry a 5.56mm FN FCN rifles over their shoulder. They all are standing on a dirt road behind the taxi. They are at a checkpoint prior to the entrance into the compound at Kismayo Port, Somalia. The Belgian contingent has been responsible for security in Kismayo since 4 May 1993. This mission is in direct support of Operation Continue Hope

Two Belgian military police officers, left and right in the frame go t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: CONTINUE HOPE Base: Kismayo Country: Somalia (SOM) Scene Camera Operator: SGT G. Robinson Release Status: Released to Public... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valley City, N. D. , April 10, 2009 -- A resident in a Valley City neighborhood moves some of his possessions into a tractor trailer in preparation for possible flooding by the Sheyenne River. The river is expected to reach crest at a new flood stage record. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valley City, N. D. , April 10, 2009 -- A res...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preparing for a flood in North Dakota Production Date: 04/10/2009 Caption: Valley City, N. D. , April 10, 2009 -- A resident in a Valley City neighborhood mov... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Storm destroyed personal possessions litter the street of this neighborhood. FEMA is here to help survivors and communities recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Storm destroyed personal possession...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: IA:PA:debris Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Battalion Chief C. Jackson directs members the Oklahoma City Fire Department who are here to escort teachers and students of Briarwood Elementary School into the debris of the May 20 tornado destroyed school to find valued possessions before the school is demolished next week. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Battalion Chief C. Jackson directs membe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: fireman damage Public Assistance fire chief ^ Damage ^ Pub... More

Moore, Okla., May 22, 2013 -- A child collects possessions scattered by the deadly May 20 tornado. President Obama signed an expedited Presidential Disaster Declaration on May 21 and FEMA is here to provide recovery services for eligible storm survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 22, 2013 -- A child collects possessions scattered b...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: damage Individual Assistance kid debris ^ Damage ^ Debris ... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This Briarwood Elementary School student embraces a kitten provided by the Oklahoma Animal Control as consolation for the fact she was not able to retrieve her backpack containing manuscripts of stories she had written. Today at the destroyed school, fire officials were on hand to escort teachers and others to the remains of their rooms to retrieve possessions before the school is demolished next week. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This Briarwood Elementary School student...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: child kitten fire officials ^ Child ^ kitten ^ fire offici... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- As these residents of Pratt City search for possessions in the rubble of their former home, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano provides words of encouragement. FEMA is here in response to the deadly tornado of April 28. George Armstrong/FEMA

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- As these residents of Prat...

The original database describes this as: Title: Secretary Napolitano at Alabama Tornado Site Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- As these residents of Pratt City search for... More

Residents' lives and possessions of Mississippi's Gulf Coast area were left scattered by Hurricane Katrina as seen here. Soldiers and Airmen from the Arkansas National Guard have quickly arrived to provide aid, comfort, cleanup, and security in the Bay St. Louis area. More than 350 Arkansans National Guardsmen are operating out of the Trent Lott Air National Guard Training Center in Gulfport, Mississippi (MS)

Residents' lives and possessions of Mississippi's Gulf Coast area were...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Gulfport State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Chris A. Durn, USA Release Status: Released ... More

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007-- Leighann Grice tells her husband how excited she is about the wooden chest of drawers that comes with the mobile home provided to them by FEMA. The couple will temporarily occupy the three-bedroom home after having lost their home and many household possessions to the wild fires that burned their community in October. Amanda Bicknell/FEMA

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007-- Leighann Grice tells her h...

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

[Severe Winter Storms and Flooding] Fernley, NV, January 10, 2008 -- Many residents of this street have lost possessions due to flooding from a rain swollen drainage canal which broke. Removal of this hazardous material will probably be accomplished through use of FEMA Public Assistance funds. George Armstrong/FEMA

[Severe Winter Storms and Flooding] Fernley, NV, January 10, 2008 -- M...

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

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- Barbara A. Bryant sits with the few possessions she, her family and many volunteers were able to rescue from her demolished home. Bryant spent the time as the F5 tornado passed under a basement pool table with her two dogs. The first step for individuals to be considered for temporary housing is to register with FEMA. Jae Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- Barbara A. Bryant sits with th...

The original database describes this as: Title: Joplin Resident Stunned Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- Barbara A. Bryant sits with the few possessions she, her family and ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Menifee County, Ky. , March 23, 2012 -- A new home is in place and salvaged possessions have been brought to the site. FEMA's goal is to provide grant and SBA funds to help restore the lives of those affected in a disaster. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Menifee County, Ky. , March 23, 2012 -- A new...

The original database describes this as: Title: New Home Almost Ready for Occupancy Production Date: 03/23/2012 Caption: Menifee County, Ky. , March 23, 2012 -- A new home is in place and salvaged possession... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- Residents and volunteers like Maggie Potter are cleaning up in Bordeaux (Nashville) after flood waters damaged or destroyed homes and possessions. FEMA is responding the severe storms and flooding that damaged or destroyed many homes and businesses across Tennessee. David Fine/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- Residents a...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers Clean up Bordeaux Production Date: 05/08/2010 Caption: Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- Residents and volunteers like Maggie Potter are cleaning up ... More

A Muslim man carries a bag of his possessions as he leaves the town of Jusici, Bosnia Herzegovina. Residents of the town were asked to leave for a 72- hour period, following a breakdown in the Dayton Peace Accord

A Muslim man carries a bag of his possessions as he leaves the town of...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Base: Jusici Country: Bosnia And/I Herzegovina (BIH) Scene Camera Operator: SPC Cabello Release Status: Relea... More

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, February 27, 2006 - The Carnival Cruise ships Ecstasy and Sensation prepare to leave New Orleans and hurricane victims residing onboard have packed up their belongings and found other temporary housing. FEMA's Community Relations found housing, provided transportation and even helped move the possessions of the displaced residents. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, February 27, 2006 - The Carnival ...

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

[Wildfires] Rancho Bernardo, CA, October 28, 2007 -- Residents return to their homes and search for possessions amongst the rubble left by the San Diego wildfires. Andrea Booher/FEMA

[Wildfires] Rancho Bernardo, CA, October 28, 2007 -- Residents return ...

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

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- A storm survivor looks for possessions in her destroyed home. A Presidential Disaster Declaration provides FEMA Individual Assistance to help affected residents recover from the catastrophic April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- A stor...

The original database describes this as: Title: Storm Survivor Searches Destroyed Home for Possessions Production Date: 05/02/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- A storm survivor looks for p... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 12, 2011 -- September 13, 2011 -- After Hurricane Irene, Passaic County was hit with another round of heavy rain, causing more flooding to the area, and washing away the remainder of saved possessions. FEMA provides funds for homeowners to recover. -- -- Tim Pioppo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 12, 201...

The original database describes this as: Title: Remaining Belongings Become Debris Production Date: 09/12/2011 Caption: Wayne, N. J. , September 12, 2011 -- September 13, 2011 -- After Hurricane Irene, Passa... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., Nov. 12, 2012 --A resident of Seaside Heights, NJ carry out canned goods from her home in Seaside Heights, NJ. Residents were allowed to enter the town for short periods of time to retrieve their possessions. The town was devastated when Hurricane Sandy swept through the area. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., Nov. 12, 2012 --A resident of Seaside Heights, ...

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: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy SeaView Heights ^ New Jers... More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 17, 2012 -- A volunteer from the Church of the Latter-Day Saints sorts personal possessions salvaged from a damaged home. FEMA coordinates with many volunteer agencies to match those in need with those who can help make a home liveable . Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 17, 2012 -- A volunteer from the Church of the La...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: ... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- personal possessions litter the street of this neighborhood. FEMA is here to help survivors recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- personal possessions litter the st...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: PA debris vertical ^ Debris ^ PA Disasters: New York... More

Ceremonies and Parades - Porto Rico training men National Army. Father P. Barrios addressing soldiers at Camp Las Oasas. Porto Rico was the first of the U.S. extra-continental possessions to put men in the service

Ceremonies and Parades - Porto Rico training men National Army. Fathe...

Date Taken: 1918. - Photographer: Underwood & Underwood Ceremonies and Parades Public domain photograph related to the United States in World War One, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

SPC Jarrod H. Choate from HHC 1/87th Infantry Regiment gives out supplies to local civilians whose possessions were torn away from them by Hurricane Andrew

SPC Jarrod H. Choate from HHC 1/87th Infantry Regiment gives out suppl...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Homestead Goulds Park State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Kevin Thomas Release Status: Releas... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Landslides] Premier, WV, May 9, 2002 -- Darryl Lipscomb salvages his bass guitar and a few other possessions from his home in McDowell County, West Virginia. The flash flood that struck on May 2, 2002 was particularly violent. Bob McMillan/ FEMA Photo

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Landslides] Premier, WV, May 9, 2002 -- ...

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

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007 -- Kenneth Tingman, operations special assistant for FEMA, left, and Louis Narciso, FEMA direct housing operations, right, watch as Jon Grice signs an occupancy agreement allowing him and his wife Leighann, center, to temporarily occupy the mobile home they are sitting in. The couple lost their home and many household possessions when the wild fires burned their community in October. Amanda Bicknell/FEMA

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007 -- Kenneth Tingman, operatio...

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

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007 -- FEMA employees Louis Narciso, direct housing operations (Individual Assistance), left, and Kenneth Tingman, operations special assistant, are thanked by and Jon and Leighann Grice after they signed an occupancy agreement that will allow them to temporarily live in a FEMA-provided mobile home (back). The couple lost their home and many household possessions when the wild fires burned their community in October. Amanda Bicknell/FEMA

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007 -- FEMA employees Louis Narc...

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

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 30, 2009 -- Household possessions and debris are placed on the curb in front of this flood affected home as result of September severe storm and flooding. George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 30, 2009 -- Househo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris at Flooded Home Production Date: 09/30/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 30, 2009 -- Household possessions and debris are placed on the curb in fro... More

Surf City, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Marie Mihalic is cleaning out possessions damaged in her home after the storm brought in 18 inches of water. FEMA is working to provide assistance to people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Steve Zumwalt FEMA

Surf City, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Marie Mihalic is cleaning out posses...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Surf City, NJ Keywords: Assistance Cleanup Damage Flooding ^ Assistance ^ Damage ... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Debris from structural damage and ruined personal possessions are on the street near new materials for the repair. Recovery is underway for many Hurricane Sandy survivors. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Debris from structural damage and ruin...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: Recovery debris Hurricane Sandy ^ Recovery ^ Debris ^ hu... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Captain Graham of the Oklahoma City Fire Department escorts a student of the Briarwood Elementary School into the debris of the May 20 tornado destroyed school to find valued possessions. Firemen are here today to help teachers and others look for personal items before the school is demolished next week. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Captain Graham of the Oklahoma City Fire...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: child fireman damage ^ Damage ^ Child ^ fireman Disaster ... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- At the May 20 tornado destroyed Briarwood Elementary School, members of the Oklahoma City Fire Department are searching ruined cars to help teachers and students find valued possessions before the school is demolished next week. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- At the May 20 tornado destroyed Briarwoo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: firemen Disaster Types: Severe Storm Categories: Concept... More

ENS Brandon Fausti, ENS Jon Shoemaker and Robert F. Sumrall, curator of ships models for the U.S. Naval Academy, pose for a photograph beside a display case containing personal possessions of naval hero John Paul Jones. The collection is on display at Bath Iron Works Shipyard for the christening and launch of the guided missile destroyer JOHN PAUL JONES (DDG-53) which will take place on Oct. 26th.

ENS Brandon Fausti, ENS Jon Shoemaker and Robert F. Sumrall, curator o...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Bath State: Maine(ME) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene Camera Operator: Don S. Montgomery, USN (Ret.) Release Status: Released to Pu... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , October 5, 2011 -- After Hurricane Irene dumped torrential rains, severe flooding occurred along the Grand Gorge river which inundated structures ruining prized possessions. FEMA provided individual assistance to the disaster survivors who are eligible for subsistence. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Prattsville, N. Y. , October 5, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Structures Production Date: 10/05/2011 Caption: Prattsville, N. Y. , October 5, 2011 -- After Hurricane Irene dumped torrential rains, severe flooding ... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Storm survivors return to their destroyed home and begin to look for possessions scattered by the deadly May 20 tornado. FEMA Individual Assistance may help with housing and other services for eligible applicants. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Storm survivors return to their destroye...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: Individual Assistance temporary housing debris ^ Debris ^ ... More

Kurdish refugees pause with their possessions on a road near their destination, a tent city at Zakhu. The refugees are fleeing the forces of Saddam Hussein in northern Iraq and will receive aid from Allied forces as part of Operation Provide Comfort

Kurdish refugees pause with their possessions on a road near their des...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE COMFORT Base: Zakhu Country: Iraq(IRQ) Scene Camera Operator: JO1 J.D. Dimattio Release Status: Released to Public C... More

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 17, 2012 --Jennette Van Houton, a resident of Union Beach holds some of her neighbors' possessions which survived Hurricane Sandy's wrath. Van Houton's own house was destroyed when flood waters came through her neighborhood. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 17, 2012 --Jennette Van Houton, a resident of ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: New Jersey Union Beach Hurricane Sandy recovery ^ Recover... More

Robert F. Sumrall, curator of ships models for the U.S. Naval Academy, answers questions for the media during a press conference prior to the christening and launch of the guided missile destroyer JOHN PAUL JONES (DDG-53). The event will take place at Bath Iron Works Shipyard on October 26th. Standing beside a display case containing personal possessions of the naval hero John Paul Jones are ENS Brandon Fausti, left, and ENS Jon Shoemaker.

Robert F. Sumrall, curator of ships models for the U.S. Naval Academy,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Bath State: Maine(ME) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene Camera Operator: PHC Steve Briggs Release Status: Released to Public Combined... More

Rwandan refugee family of mother and children stand by a makeshift shelter, which along with what they carry, constitute all their worldly possessions. They are in the Kibuma refugee camp near Goma after a civil war erupted in their country. They joined over 1.2 million other refugees who fled into the refugee camps

Rwandan refugee family of mother and children stand by a makeshift she...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SUPPORT HOPE Base: Goma Country: Zaire (ZAR) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Val Gempis Release Status: Released to Public Combi... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valley City, N. D. , April 10, 2009 -- A resident in a Valley City neighborhood moves some of her possessions into a tractor trailer in preparation for possible flooding by the Sheyenne River. The river is expected to reach crest at a new flood stage record. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valley City, N. D. , April 10, 2009 -- A res...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preparing for a flood in North Dakota Production Date: 04/10/2009 Caption: Valley City, N. D. , April 10, 2009 -- A resident in a Valley City neighborhood mov... More

Fire - Bastrop, Texas, September 17, 2011 --A resident holds the a few remains of her possessions after a fire destroyed her home in Bastrop, TX. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Fire - Bastrop, Texas, September 17, 2011 --A resident holds the a few...

The original database describes this as: Title: After the Texas wildfires Production Date: 09/17/2011 Caption: Bastrop, Texas, September 17, 2011 --A resident holds the a few remains of her possessions after... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Residents of Seaside Heights, NJ stand in the doorway of their home in Seaside Heights, NJ. Residents were allowed to enter the town for short periods of time to retrieve their possessions. The town was devastated when Hurricane Sandy swept through the area. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Residents of Seaside Heights, ...

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 hurricane ... More

Noble, Okla., Sep. 30, 2012 -- More than homes are lost in wildfires, memories and prized possessions were also destroyed. FEMA and the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may be able to provide grants or loans to help residents rebuild and recover from the devastating Aug.3-14 wildfire in Cleveland County. Patricia Brach/FEMA

Noble, Okla., Sep. 30, 2012 -- More than homes are lost in wildfires, ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-09-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patricia Brach City/State: Noble, OK Keywords: Fire ^ SBA ^ wildfire ^ FEMA ^ destroyed ^ Aug. 3-14 ^ Cleve... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , April 29, 2010 -- Extensive destruction throughout this neighborhood resulted from the deadly tornado of April 24 and residents are now attempting to retrieve possessions from the rubble. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , April 29, 2010 -- Extensi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado Damaged Home in Mississippi Production Date: 04/29/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , April 29, 2010 -- Extensive destruction throughout this neighborho... More

A car's owner retrieves his possessions from the vehicle after it was damaged by debris from an Iraqi Scud missile that was intercepted by a Patriot missile during Operation Desert Storm

A car's owner retrieves his possessions from the vehicle after it was ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Susan Carl Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mi... More

Two Belgian military police officers, left and right in the frame go through the possessions of a Somali taxi driver who stands between the two officers. Both Belgian Soldiers carry a 5.56mm FN FCN rifles over their shoulder. They all are standing on a dirt road behind the taxi. They are at a checkpoint prior to the entrance into the compound at Kismayo Port, Somalia. The Belgian contingent has been responsible for security in Kismayo since 4 May 1993. Security checks are routinely performed on all vehicles entering and leaving the compound to ensure weapons are not being transported illegally. This mission is in direct support of Operation Continue Hope

Two Belgian military police officers, left and right in the frame go t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: CONTINUE HOPE Base: Kismayo Country: Somalia (SOM) Scene Camera Operator: SGT G. Robinson Release Status: Released to Public... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Storm survivors search for possessions and assess damage. FEMA Individual Assistance resources can help victims recover from the catastrophic April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Storm ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Recovery Process Begins in Tornado Ravaged Alabama Production Date: 05/02/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Storm survivors search for posse... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 13, 2011 -- September 13, 2011 -- Following a hurricane and days of heavy rain, remaining possessions get washed away in the flood water. FEMA provides funds to help survivors recover and rebuild. -- Tim Pioppo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 13, 201...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris Strewn Across Flooded Home Production Date: 09/13/2011 Caption: Wayne, N. J. , September 13, 2011 -- September 13, 2011 -- Following a hurricane and day... More

Seaford, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- More than a month later, Hurricane Sandy survivors are still bringing their ruined possessions to the curb. FEMA provides benefits to eligible disaster survivors. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Seaford, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- More than a month later, Hurricane Sand...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Howard Greenblatt City/State: Seaford, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Fl... More

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 17, 2012 -- Jennette Van Houton, a resident of Union Beach holds some of holds some of her neighbors' possessions that survived Hurricane Sandy's wrath. Van Houton's own house was destroyed when flood waters came through her neighborhood. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 17, 2012 -- Jennette Van Houton, a resident of...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy Union Beach recovery ^ Recover... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Harrisburg, Ill. , March 5, 2012 -- This family survived the February 28 tornado and now search for possessions lost when their home was demolished. Individual Assistance Preliminary Damage Assessments are being conducted today door to door in storm affected areas of Saline County by local, state, and federal teams as required before FEMA can recommend issuance of a Presidential Disaster Declaration. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Harrisburg, Ill. , March 5, 2012 -- This fami...

The original database describes this as: Title: Storm Survivors Search for Possessions Production Date: 03/05/2012 Caption: Harrisburg, Ill. , March 5, 2012 -- This family survived the February 28 tornado an... More

Petal, Miss., March 4, 2013 -- The family already selected to receive this home lost their apartment and all their possessions in the February 10th tornado. Habitat for Humanity has moved this project to the top of their list, so that the family may soon have a home. Voluntary agencies and their dedicated volunteers are absolutely essential to the recovery effort in disasters. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Petal, Miss., March 4, 2013 -- The family already selected to receive ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Members the Oklahoma City Fire Department escort a teacher of the Briarwood Elementary School out of the debris of the May 20 tornado destroyed school after searching for valued possessions. Firemen are here today to help teachers and others look for personal items before the school is demolished next week. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Members the Oklahoma City Fire Departmen...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: teacher firemen ^ Teacher ^ firemen Disaster Types: Sever... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- Residents and volunteers are removing household materials, furnishings and possessions that may contain molds or mildew after being saturated by dirty flood waters. FEMA is responding to the severe storms and flooding that damaged or destroyed thousands of homes and businesses across Tennessee. David Fine/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- Residents a...

The original database describes this as: Title: Residents clean up their property after the storm in Tennessee Production Date: 05/08/2010 Caption: Bordeaux, Tenn. , May 8, 2010 -- Residents and volunteers a... More

Robert F. Sumrall, curator of ships models for the U.S. Naval Academy discusses a display of John Paul Jones' personal possessions with RADM George A. Huchting, direct reporting program manager for Aegis. The collection is on display at Bath Iron Works Shipyard for the christening and launch of the guided missile destroyer JOHN PAUL JONES (DDG-53) which will take place on Oct. 26th.

Robert F. Sumrall, curator of ships models for the U.S. Naval Academy ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Bath State: Maine(ME) Country: United States Of America(USA) Scene Camera Operator: Don S. Montgomery, USN (Ret.) Release Status: Released to Pu... More

Muslim women leaving the town of Jusici, Bosnia Herzegovina shed tears as they carry small bags of possessions with them. Residents of the town were asked to leave for a 72- hour period, following a breakdown in the Dayton Peace Accord

Muslim women leaving the town of Jusici, Bosnia Herzegovina shed tears...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Base: Jusici Country: Bosnia And/I Herzegovina (BIH) Scene Camera Operator: SPC Cabello Release Status: Relea... More

Typhoon victims unload their possessions to move into their room at the temporary housing in converted dorms at Andersen Air Force Base south, Guam, after Super Typhoon Paka

Typhoon victims unload their possessions to move into their room at th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Andersen Air Base Country: Guam (GUM) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Diane S. Robinson, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Ser... More

Incirlik family members and non-essential civilians hang-on to their personal possessions while they process through a relocation service line to complete their last minute travel and personnel documents. The State Department authorized a voluntary departure from parts of Turkey, which include Adana and Incirlik Air Base (AB)

Incirlik family members and non-essential civilians hang-on to their p...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Incirlik Air Base, Adana Country: Turkey (TUR) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: AMN Joseph Thompson, USAF Release Status:... More

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007-- Leighann Grice watches as her husband Jon Grice, center, thanks FEMA's Louis Narciso, direct housing operations (Individual Assistance) after signing an occupancy agreement authorizing them to move into and temporarily use the home mobile they are standing in. The couple lost their home and many household possessions when the wild fires burned their community in October. Amanda Bicknell/FEMA

[Wildfires] Delzura, CA, December 8, 2007-- Leighann Grice watches as ...

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

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Vinton, IA, June 20, 2008 -- Debris is piled throughout town as residents pull up and throw out waterlogged possessions from last Thursday's flooding of the Cedar River. Benton County was just designated as a disaster county. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Vinton, IA, June 20, 2008 -- ...

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

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- A storm survivor searches for possessions in the rubble of her home. FEMA Individual Assistance may help affected residents recover from the catastrophic April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- A stor...

The original database describes this as: Title: Storm Survivor Searches Destroyed Home for Possessions Production Date: 05/02/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- A storm survivor searches fo... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Storm destroyed personal possessions litter the street of this neighborhood. FEMA is here to help survivors and communities recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Storm destroyed personal possession...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: debris PA ^ Debris ^ PA Disasters: New York Hurrican... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Members the Oklahoma City Fire Department are here to escort teachers and students of Briarwood Elementary School into the debris of the May 20 tornado destroyed school to find valued possessions before the school is demolished next week. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- Members the Oklahoma City Fire Departmen...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: firemen damage school Public Assistance ^ Damage ^ School ... More

Moore, Okla., May 22, 2013 -- Military personnel are helping a fellow unit member recover possessions and clean up debris after the May 20 tornado. President Obama signed an expedited Presidential declaration on May 21 and FEMA services are now available for eligible survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 22, 2013 -- Military personnel are helping a fellow ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: recovery DOD debris ^ Recovery ^ Debris ^ DOD Disaster Ty... More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- Many of the homes in this subdivision are considered a total loss and residents are removing their possessions. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center nearby to assist the local residents with easy access to services provided by FEMA, the Small Business Administration and the American Red Cross. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- Many of the homes in this subdivi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding ... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This Salvation Army vehicle is in the May 20 tornado disaster scene to provide snacks and beverages to storm survivors who are cleaning up debris, looking for possessions, and beginning the recovery process.Voluntary agencies provide valuable services to help survivors and are important FEMA partners in disaster recovery. George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This Salvation Army vehicle is in the Ma...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: volunteer Salvation Army recovery VOLAG ^ Recovery ^ Volun... More

Evans, CO, September 27, 2013--A volunteer from a faith-based disaster organization holds up a lunch bag he is distributing to residents trying to salvage their possessions in a mobile home park in Evans, CO. This area was devastated by a flood that hit the town earlier this month. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Evans, CO, September 27, 2013--A volunteer from a faith-based disaster...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Evans, CO Keywords: Flooding ^ Colorado ^ Volunteer ^ faith-based groups ^ Evans D... More

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