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Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- AmeriCorps members inventory recovery tools. FEMA is responding with teams and resources to help the community rebuild after a severe flood impacted the village and the residents. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 30, 2013 -- AmeriCorps members inventory recovery...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Community Relations ^ Conceptual ... More

Flooding - Atlanta, Ga. , December 15, 2009 -- Jeff Scarbrough(L), Jason Milhollin, Sherri Russo, Justin Wilson, Stacy Kirkwood, Beth Durmire, and Donnie Reece listen as Susan Zuber, Voluntary Agency Liason Lead comments on individual long term recovery during the meeting with Metro Atlanta emergency managers to discuss long term community recovery programs.  FEMA ESF14 is providing support following the severe storms and flooding in September 2009 that damaged or destroyed thousands of homes in Georgia.  David Fine/FEMA

Flooding - Atlanta, Ga. , December 15, 2009 -- Jeff Scarbrough(L), Jas...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by David Fine taken on 12/15/2009 in Georgia Production Date: 12/15/2009 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , December 15, 2009 -- Jeff Scarbrough(L), Jason Milh... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 22, 2010 -- FEMA Individual Assistance Direct Housing Site Inspector Don Wade checks the electrical system as part of the pre-lease inspection.  FEMA Temporary Housing Units are critical elements of recovery for April 24 tornado survivors who are homeless as result of the storm.  George Armstrong. /FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 22, 2010 -- FEMA Indiv...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Housing Official at Temporary Housing Unit, Mississippi Production Date: 05/22/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 22, 2010 -- FEMA Individual Assistance... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 15, 2010 -- FEMA Individual Assistance Housing Specialist Yogi Howell is on the phone at the placement site of the first FEMA Temporary Housing Unit in Holmes County.  These Units are critical elements of recovery for April 24 tornado survivors who lost homes in the storm.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 15, 2010 -- FEMA Indiv...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Housing Official at First Temporary Unit in Holmes County, Production Date: 05/15/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 15, 2010 -- FEMA Individual Assista... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 --  FEMA contractors are setting up the first FEMA short term housing unit in Yazoo City in front of the home made unlivable by the April 24 tornado. FEMA Individual Assistance Housing services can be a critical part of the recovery process for homeless storm survivors.  George Armstrong/FEMA

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

The original database describes this as: Title: First FEMA Short Term Housing Unit Set up in Yazoo Mississippi Production Date: 05/10/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- FEMA contractors are s... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Nashville, Tenn. , July 8, 2010 -- The Nashville Convention Center digital billboard reminds the public of the extended deadline for Tennessee flood survivors to register for federal disaster assistance. FEMA Private Sector liaisons have worked with local businesses to promote flood recovery messages.  Martin Grube/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Nashville, Tenn. , July 8, 2010 -- The Nashv...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Provided Signage Space to Promote Messages Production Date: 07/08/2010 Caption: Nashville, Tenn. , July 8, 2010 -- The Nashville Convention Center digita... More

Flooding - Liberty, Ky. , June 3, 2010 -- This mobile home park and several businesses were destroyed by flooding of the Green River in early May. FEMA is assisting the Commonwealth and local governments with recovery efforts. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Flooding - Liberty, Ky. , June 3, 2010 -- This mobile home park and se...

The original database describes this as: Title: Liberty Kentucky damage Production Date: 06/03/2010 Caption: Liberty, Ky. , June 3, 2010 -- This mobile home park and several businesses were destroyed by floo... More

Flooding - Canmer, Ky. , June 3, 2010 -- This road was washed out by the flooding of the Green River in early May. FEMA is assisting the Commonwealth and localities with recovery funding for public facilities such as roads and schools. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Flooding - Canmer, Ky. , June 3, 2010 -- This road was washed out by t...

The original database describes this as: Title: Canmer Kentucky Public Assisstance Production Date: 06/03/2010 Caption: Canmer, Ky. , June 3, 2010 -- This road was washed out by the flooding of the Green Riv... More

Tornado - Norman, Okla. , May 28, 2010 --Sam Walker, a Salvation Army employee explains the services the Salvation Army can provide to an applicant at a Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) in Norman, OK. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to individuals who were affected by recent tornadoes in Oklahoma. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Tornado - Norman, Okla. , May 28, 2010 --Sam Walker, a Salvation Army ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Salvations Army working at a FEMA DRC in Oklahoma Production Date: 05/28/2010 Caption: Norman, Okla. , May 28, 2010 --Sam Walker, a Salvation Army employee exp... More

Tornado - Norman, Okla. , May 28, 2010 --Patsy Rawls (l) and HR Holman,  FEMA employees talk with Sam Walker, a Salvation Army representative  at at Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Norman, OK. FEMA is working with private, local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to individuals who were affected by recent tornadoes in Oklahoma. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Tornado - Norman, Okla. , May 28, 2010 --Patsy Rawls (l) and HR Holman...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Recovery Center workers Oklahoma Production Date: 05/28/2010 Caption: Norman, Okla. , May 28, 2010 --Patsy Rawls (l) and HR Holman, FEMA employees ta... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Residence discuss neighborhood damage with  local and federal Preliminary Damage Assessment Specialist's (PDA). The June 17, 2010 EF4 tornado caused severe damage to dozens of homes. FEMA/Michael Mancino

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Residence di...

The original database describes this as: Title: PDA teams speaks with residents in Minnesota Production Date: 06/22/2010 Caption: Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Residence discuss neighborhood damage with ... More

Flooding ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Employees from Tri-County Hospital volunteer to clear debris in the city cemetery from the hundreds of trees that were destroyed or damaged by the June 17, 2010 EF4 tornado.  Volunteers are a critical element in the recovery process.  FEMA/Michael Mancino

Flooding ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Employees from T...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cemetery clean up in Minnesota Production Date: 06/22/2010 Caption: Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Employees from Tri-County Hospital volunteer to clear debr... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rio Grande City, Texas, August 25, 2010 -- A FEMA Mitigation specialist works with an applicant in a DRC (Disaster Recovery Center) in Rio Grande City, Texas. FEMA is working with local, state and federal agencies to assist residents affected by  Hurricane Alex and Tropical Depression #2 in June 2010.

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rio Grande City, Texas, August 2...

The original database describes this as: Title: A FEMA Mitigation specialist works with an applicant in Texas Production Date: 08/25/2010 Caption: Rio Grande City, Texas, August 25, 2010 -- A FEMA Mitigation... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Brooklyn, N. Y. , October 27, 2010 -- Andrew Feeney of New York State OEM addresses the attendees of the applicant briefing. FEMA is providing aid in the recovery from the damaging winds that tore through the New York City area on September 16, 2010. Jaime DeMarco/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Brooklyn, N. Y. , October 27, 2010 -- Andrew ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by James Demarco Jr taken on 10/27/2010 in New York Production Date: 10/27/2010 Caption: Brooklyn, N. Y. , October 27, 2010 -- Andrew Feeney of New ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Queens, N. Y. , November 3, 2010 -- FEMA and New York State Represenatives listen to questions and concerns from NYC Parks and Recreation Officials at a kickoff meeting. FEMA is providing aid in the recovery from the damaging winds that tore through the New York City area on September 16, 2010. Jaime DeMarco/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Queens, N. Y. , November 3, 2010 -- FEMA and ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by James Demarco Jr taken on 11/03/2010 in New York Production Date: 11/03/2010 Caption: Queens, N. Y. , November 3, 2010 -- FEMA and New York State... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Brooklyn, N. Y. , October 27, 2010 -- FEMA officials make sure everything is in order with New York State officials after the Applicant Briefing held at the New York City OEM. FEMA is aiding in the recovery from the damage caused by the tornadoes and hurricane force winds that blew through the New York area on September 16, 2010. Jaime DeMarco/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Brooklyn, N. Y. , October 27, 2010 -- FEMA of...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by James Demarco Jr taken on 10/27/2010 in New York Production Date: 10/27/2010 Caption: Brooklyn, N. Y. , October 27, 2010 -- FEMA officials make s... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Queens, N. Y. , November 3, 2010 -- FEMA's Doug Westermann speaks to Ed Feldman of NYC Parks and Recreation after the NYC Parks kickoff meeting. FEMA is assisting NYC Parks and Recreation in the recovery from the tornados and severe winds that swept through the New York City area on September 16, 2010. Jaime DeMarco/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Queens, N. Y. , November 3, 2010 -- FEMA's Do...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by James Demarco Jr taken on 11/03/2010 in New York Production Date: 11/03/2010 Caption: Queens, N. Y. , November 3, 2010 -- FEMA's Doug Westermann ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , June 25, 2011  -  Volunteers collect debris along Duquesne Street, after an EF-5 tornado struck the cities of Joplin and Duquesne on May 22. - Photo by: Rossyveth Rey-Berríos/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , June 25, 2011 - Volunteers co...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers cleaning at Duquesne Street, Joplin Production Date: 06/25/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , June 25, 2011 - Volunteers collect debris along Duquesne St... More

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding - Valley City, N. D. , April 16, 2009 --An aerial view of Valley City, ND shows the extent of flooding by the Sheyenne River.  FEMA is working with the Army Corps of Engineers and State and local officials to assist with the protection and recovery efforts being conducted in the Red River valley.  Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding - Valley City, N. D. , April 16, 2009 --An ...

The original database describes this as: Title: A aerial view of Valley City, ND Production Date: 04/16/2009 Caption: Valley City, N. D. , April 16, 2009 --An aerial view of Valley City, ND shows the extent ... More

Flooding - South Kingston, R. I. , April 13, 2010 -- Federal Protective Services, FEMA, State and other agencies set up a Mobile  Disaster Recovery Center  in South Kingston to provide help to those affected by the recent floods.  Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Flooding - South Kingston, R. I. , April 13, 2010 -- Federal Protectiv...

The original database describes this as: Title: FPS car at Mobile Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 04/13/2010 Caption: South Kingston, R. I. , April 13, 2010 -- Federal Protective Services, FEMA, St... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valdosta, Ga. , April 29, 2009 -- FEMA PIO Jody Correro and Lowndes County PIO Paige Dukes are being interviewed on-air at a local radio station.  FEMA and County are partners in working to help those affected by recent storms/flooding and the PIOs make sure media gets the correct message about recovery resources. George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valdosta, Ga. , April 29, 2009 -- FEMA PIO J...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA and County PIO Interview at Radio Station Production Date: 04/29/2009 Caption: Valdosta, Ga. , April 29, 2009 -- FEMA PIO Jody Correro and Lowndes County ... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Tifton, Ga. , April 29, 2009 -- At the Tift County Disaster Recovery Center(DRC), Tifton Mayor Jamie Carter speaks with FEMA Lead PIO Don Daniel, FEMA PIOs Vince Clarke and Jody Correro. FEMA PIOs provide timely and correct information for media and the community regarding FEMA's response to the March storms and flooding.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Tifton, Ga. , April 29, 2009 -- At the Tift ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tifton Mayor at DRC with PIOs Production Date: 04/29/2009 Caption: Tifton, Ga. , April 29, 2009 -- At the Tift County Disaster Recovery Center(DRC), Tifton May... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - DeFuniak Springs, Fla. , May 12, 2009 -- The Walton County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) is open and signs are placed help potential applicants find the location.  FEMA is here due to severe storm/flooding.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - DeFuniak Springs, Fla. , May 12, 2009 -- The...

The original database describes this as: Title: DRC Sign in DeFuniak Springs Production Date: 05/12/2009 Caption: DeFuniak Springs, Fla. , May 12, 2009 -- The Walton County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Cente... More

[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, September 30, 2005 -- FEMA keeps the Mobile Disaster Recovery Center (MDRC) powered up with generators.  Timothy Strickland of the FEMA/United States Coast Guard helps keeps the DRC running smoothly by monitoring the extra generators necessary to run all the computers and fans.

[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, September 30, 2005 -- FEMA keeps the...

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[Hurricane Rita] Baton Rouge, LA, October 8, 2005 - Thomas Hayes and Katharine Schweighardt were teaching in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina destroyed the area.  They are now working at a Disaster Recovery Center helping others that have been displaced, like themselves, to apply for recovery aid.  Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Rita] Baton Rouge, LA, October 8, 2005 - Thomas Hayes and K...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Purvis, Miss., October 13, 2005 --  At the Purvis FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC), these two USDA workers, Kayla Hayes and Sandra Grimsley, provide information and assistance to residents of this rural area affected by Hurricane Katrina. DRC's provide a central location for a variety of disaster services for local residents.  George Armstrong/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Purvis, Miss., October 13, 2005 -- At the Purvis ...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Long Beach, Miss., October 22, 2005 -- A portable air conditioning unit cools the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Long Beach, Miss.  DRC's are set up to help residents with the FEMA recovery process.  FEMA/Mark Wolfe

[Hurricane Katrina] Long Beach, Miss., October 22, 2005 -- A portable ...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Long Beach, Miss., October 22, 2005 -- The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Long Beach, Miss.  DRC's are set up to help residents with the FEMA recovery process.  FEMA/Mark Wolfe

[Hurricane Katrina] Long Beach, Miss., October 22, 2005 -- The Disaste...

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[Hurricane Wilma] Islamorada, FL, November 3, 2005 -- FEMA Individual Assistance specialist, Stephie Bost, a volunteer loaned from the National Marine and Fisheries, enters applicant information at the Disaster Recovery Center, set up at the San Pedro Catholic Church.  The center has various state and federal representatives available to discuss different forms of assistance available to residents impacted by Hurricane Wilma.  Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Hurricane Wilma] Islamorada, FL, November 3, 2005 -- FEMA Individual ...

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[Hurricane Wilma] Key West, FL, November 4, 2005 -- FEMA Individual Assistance information specialists and Small Business Administration specialists help local residents impacted by Hurricane Wilma fill out information at the Disaster Recovery Center set up next to the City Hall into the early evening.  Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Hurricane Wilma] Key West, FL, November 4, 2005 -- FEMA Individual As...

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[Hurricane Wilma] Key West, FL, November 4, 2005 -- A FEMA Individual Assistance information specialist helps local residents impacted by Hurricane Wilma fill out information at the Disaster Recovery Center set up next to the City Hall.  Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

[Hurricane Wilma] Key West, FL, November 4, 2005 -- A FEMA Individual ...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Pearlington, Miss., November 11, 2005 -- The Pearlington Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is currently made up of popup tents, a sturdier tent is under construction.  DRC's are opened to help residents with the FEMA recovery process.  FEMA/Mark Wolfe

[Hurricane Katrina] Pearlington, Miss., November 11, 2005 -- The Pearl...

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[Tornado and Severe Storms] Evansville, IN, November 13, 2005 -- A FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at work in the Eastbrook Mobile Home Park. The mobile DRC has sattelleti communications links, allowing disaster victims to register for FEMA assistance in areas without normal communications.  Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Tornado and Severe Storms] Evansville, IN, November 13, 2005 -- A FEM...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Boutte, LA  November 15, 2005 - Justin Halls, a teacher who was working in New Orleans prior to Hurricane Katrina, stands outside the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center he manages in south central Louisiana.  Justin has been assisting local residents apply for aid since September.  Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Boutte, LA November 15, 2005 - Justin Halls, a te...

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[Hurricane Katrina/Hurricane Rita] New Orleans, LA  November 21, 2005 - Fortier High School English teacher Amy Laurenza was without a job after Hurricane Katrina shut down her New Orleans school.  FEMA hired her to assist other hurricane victims in the city Disaster Recovery Center.  Amy is one of 35 "Teach for America" educators hired by FEMA since September.  Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina/Hurricane Rita] New Orleans, LA November 21, 2005 ...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Baton Rouge, LA, December 2, 2005 - Vice Admiral Thad Allen, Principal Federal Officer thanks and gives encouragement to the many employees at the Joint Field Office in Baton Rouge for their contributions to the disaster recovery effort in response to Hurricane Katrina and Rita in Louisiana.  Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Baton Rouge, LA, December 2, 2005 - Vice Admiral T...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, Miss., December 13, 2005 -- FEMA representative Obadiah Cooper hands out presents  to students of a local alternative school at the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Biloxi.  FEMA workers at the DRC donated the presents to the students.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, Miss., December 13, 2005 -- FEMA represent...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, Miss., December 13, 2005 -- FEMA representative Obadiah Cooper speaks with the local media at the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Biloxi.  FEMA workers at the DRC donated presents to students at 'The Learning Center' alternative school.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, Miss., December 13, 2005 -- FEMA represent...

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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, St. Bernard, LA, 02-20-06 -- A Community Relations Specialist speaks with Hurricane Katrina victim Sylving Poindexter about her long term recovery housing needs so she may leave the Carnival Cruise ship Sensation that she has been staying on.  Sylvia hopes to get into a FEMA travel Trailer and then into an apartment.  Community Relations specialists are assisting disaster victims living on the Carnival Cruise Ships Ecstasy and Sensation by finding alternative housing as the ship's housing contract expires March 1st and the ships must set sail.  MARVIN NAUMAN/FEMA photo

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, St. Bernard, LA, 02-20-06 -- A Commun...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, Miss., February 20, 2006 -- Chaplain Ralph Buchhorn talks about his work with his Crisis Response K-9 Chaplain Georgie at the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Gulfport.  Chaplain Buchhorn and Georgie have been visiting and counseling residents affected by Hurricane Katrina.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, Miss., February 20, 2006 -- Chaplain Ralph...

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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans LA 2-27-06  Stretcher carrying transport drives away from the acute care Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT) tent facility.  This DMAT site on Canal Street is equipped to do Resuscitation, Minor Surgery, Intensive Care, Observation Recovery, Acute Care, and has 2 Pharmacies and is a part of FEMA's assistance to those injured by Hurricane Katrina.  Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans LA 2-27-06 Stretcher carrying transpo...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, Miss., April 6, 2006 - Governor Haley Barbour kicks off the "Stay Alert, Stay Alive, Hurricane Awareness 2006" campaign at the Salvation Army's "Yankie Stadium" disaster center.  The state and FEMA are partners in disaster preparation as well as the current Huricane Katrina recovery efforts.  George Armstrong/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, Miss., April 6, 2006 - Governor Haley Barb...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Hendersonville, TN, April 18, 2006 --  A FEMA official helps a disaster victim with information at a Mobile Disaster Recovery Center established in a parking lot.  The Mobile Centers travel to the 15 declared counties eligible for FEMA aid after a series of tornados struck the state.  Leif Skoogfors/FEMA Photo

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Hendersonville, TN, April 18, 2006 -- A...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Hendersonville, TN, April 18, 2006 --  Glen Sachtleben, Middle Tennessee Liaison stands ready to assist clients who suffered damages in recent tornados at a Mobile Disaster Recovery Center.  FEMA uses busses with sophisticated sattelite communications to bring information and assistance to communities across the state. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA Photo

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Hendersonville, TN, April 18, 2006 -- G...

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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 4-21-06 -- Premier Base camp Director Randi Rogers briefs Don Powell Federal Coordinator for Gulf Coast Rebuilding on camp operations.  They are joined by FEMA FCO Scott Wells on the left.  Mr. Powell came to check the status of Disaster Recovery from Hurricane Katrina and toured the FEMA Base Camp for volunteers to check on conditions there.  Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 4-21-06 -- Premier Base camp Dire...

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[Hurricane Katrina/Hurricane Rita] Baton Rouge, LA, June 14, 2006 - A news crew interviews a FEMA Public Information Office at a demonstration of FEMA's Mobile Response Information Center (MRIC) and Mobile Disaster Recovery Center (MDRC) vehicles.  This is part of the Louisiana Joint Field Office Operations Exercise where Federal, state and local emergency management personnel test and refine practices to be used in response to future hurricanes in Louisiana.  Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina/Hurricane Rita] Baton Rouge, LA, June 14, 2006 - A ...

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Old Saybrook, Conn., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Shoreline homes in Old Saybrook suffered flooding and were pounded with sand which piled high in the streets and around homes.  FEMA's Public Assistance Grants will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery.  Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Old Saybrook, Conn., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Shoreline homes in Old Saybrook ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Old Saybrook, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Ty... More

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, Fla., February 6, 2007 --  The newest Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) opened today in a heavily damaged area.  DRCs are set up to help affected residents through the FEMA recovery process.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, Fla., February 6, 2007 -- Th...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] The Villages, Fla.,  February 6, 2007 -- Residents enter the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at the Laurel Manor Recreation Center.  FEMA sets up DRCs to help residents that are affected by disasters through the FEMA recovery process.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] The Villages, Fla., February 6, 2007 --...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lake County, FL, February 9, 2007 -- FEMA Director David Paulison (left) is interviewed by NBC Nightly News outside FEMA's Lake Mack Disaster Recovery Center (DRC).  Director Paulison was in Florida to check on the progress of the recovery following the recent tornadoes.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lake County, FL, February 9, 2007 -- FEM...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] The Villages, FL, February 11, 2007 -- Members of Boy Scout Troop 351 out of Wildwood, Fla. hand out flyers with information about FEMA programs at a local store.  Volunteer agencies are an important part of the process of recovery from disasters.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] The Villages, FL, February 11, 2007 -- M...

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[Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flooding] Paterson, NJ,  May 18, 2007 -- A Volunteer from the Tzu Chi Buddhist Foundation removes an auto tire from a resident's basement as part of the flood clean up.  Residents in need of assistance can call 2-1-1,  a national number designated by the FCC for health and human services and NJ disaster preparedness and recovery services to obtain free home cleanups.  Paterson was heavily impacted by flooding due to the nor'easter storm.  Andrea Booher/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flooding] Paterson, NJ, May 18,...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rosendale, MO 6-30-07 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists Chad McCormick holds Disaster Recovery Centers Flyers on a car so TV Cameraman Norman Reyes can get them on tape.  The Media was filming Community Relations Specialists to let people know about Disaster Recovery Centers opening up in the flood damaged area.  Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rosendale, MO 6-30-07 -- FEMA Community R...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Lake Leon, TX, July 21, 2007 -- Mounds of debris from flooded homes awaits to be properly disposed of. Those affected by the recent floods are encouraged to apply for assistance at the Disaster Recovery Center now open in Eastland.  Bob McMillan/ FEMA Photo

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Lake Leon, TX, July 21, 2007 ...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rushford, MN, August 27, 2007 -- Red Cross workers bring in supplies for residents at a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC).  FEMA and Volunteer Agencies such as the Red Cross are working with state and local representatives in Minnesota to help residents recover from the recent flooding.  Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rushford, MN, August 27, 2007 -- Red Cros...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rushford, MN, August 27, 2007 -- FEMA employee, Diane Knight, talks to residents at a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC).  FEMA is working with individuals and state and local representatives to help them recover from the flood.  Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Rushford, MN, August 27, 2007 -- FEMA emp...

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[Severe Storms and Flooding] Winona, MN, August 30, 2007 -- Dan Larkin the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) site manager shows Region V administrator Edward G. Buikema a message board listing services and goods available for flood victims. FEMA is working with state and local representatives in Minnesota to help them recover from recent flooding.  Patsy Lynch/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Winona, MN, August 30, 2007 -- Dan Larkin...

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

[Hurricane Katrina] Ocean Springs, MS, 02/14/2008 -- Mississippi TRO Chief of Staff Alec Watson addresses the first-annual Mississippi Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster Conference while conference organizer Jay Huffstatler and Mississippi Emergency Management Director Mike Womack look on. More than 100 people attended the two-day event, which included guest-speakers discussing a number of recovery topics.  Jennifer Smits/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Ocean Springs, MS, 02/14/2008 -- Mississippi TRO C...

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

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lafayette, TN, 02/19/2008 -- AmeriCorps Emergency Team (ERT) members based in Mobile, Alabama, remove debris from a home destroyed by an EF4 tornado that struck Macon County, Tennessee Feb. 5. The regionally-based volunteers join other AmeriCorps youth to assist in debris removal and other recovery tasks in similar disasters. Tim Tyson/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lafayett...

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

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lexington, KY, March 1, 2008 -- FEMA PIO Laird Basehoar is being interviewed by WKYT-TV (CBS) reporter Denny Trease in front of the Mobile Disaster Recovery Center(MDRC) at the FEMA Joint Field Office.  FEMA is here because of severe storm and tornado damage in several KY counties. George Armstrong/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lexingto...

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

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Cynthiana, KY, March 10, 2008 -- The FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Center (MDRC) is now open in Harrison County to help residents impacted by the recent severe storms and tornado. This is one of six MDRC's currently deployed to Kentucky. George Armstrong/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Cynthian...

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

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Mitchellville, IN, June 13, 2008 -- An American Red Cross volunteer assists a southern Indiana flood victim at the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC).  Barry Bahler/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Mitchellville, IN, June 13, 2008 -- An Am...

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

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Reedsburg, WI, June 18, 2008-- Va'Shard Chandler, one of FEMA's Mobile Disaster Recovery Center operators, explains how FEMA's "on call" satellite receiving systems can run 23 phone lines, 20 computers, and a fax line to Michael Morgan.  Morgan, Wisconsin's Secretary of Administration, toured the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Reedsburg, WI.  Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Reedsburg, WI, June 18, 2008-...

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

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Slidell, La. , July 10, 2008 -- The Slidell Police Department sustained extensive water damage to its roof, ceiling, doors, and mechanical systems from Hurricane Katrina.  FEMA obligated more than $400,000 for temporary and permanent repairs to the facility.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Slidell, La. , July 10, 2008 -- The Slidell...

The original database describes this as: Title: Slidell Police Department Repaired Production Date: 07/10/2008 Caption: Slidell, La. , July 10, 2008 -- The Slidell Police Department sustained extensive water... More

[Tropical Storm Fay] Cocoa, FL, August 30, 2008 -- The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) is a gathering place for FEMA and partners to offer disaster services available under one roof to those suffering as a result of Tropical Storm Fay.  George Armstrong/FEMA

[Tropical Storm Fay] Cocoa, FL, August 30, 2008 -- The FEMA Disaster R...

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

[Tropical Storm Fay] DeBary, FL, August 30, 2008 -- At the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center(DRC), Red Cross is providing services to residents affected by Tropical Storm Fay.  George Armstrong/FEMA

[Tropical Storm Fay] DeBary, FL, August 30, 2008 -- At the FEMA Disast...

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

[Tropical Storm Fay] Bonita Springs, FL, September 10, 2008 -- At the FEMA Lee County Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) the WINK-TV Electronic News Gatherer(ENG) vehicle is ready to send a FEMA PIO interview for broadcast.  FEMA seeks media outreach to help spread the word about FEMA services available for those affected by Tropical Storm Fay.  George Armstrong/FEMA

[Tropical Storm Fay] Bonita Springs, FL, September 10, 2008 -- At the ...

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

[Tropical Storm Fay] Moore Haven, FL, September 15, 2008 -- The Glades County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) opens today to serve residents affected by Tropical Storm Fay flooding. George Armstrong/FEMA

[Tropical Storm Fay] Moore Haven, FL, September 15, 2008 -- The Glades...

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

[Hurricane Ike] Houston, TX, September 19, 2008 -- A FEMA Individual Assistance Employee gives some emotional support to a victim of Hurricane Ike at the Disaster Recovery Center on the Ellington military base.  FEMA opened four DRCs in Houston today.  Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Houston, TX, September 19, 2008 -- A FEMA Individual A...

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

Severe Storm - Ponce, Puerto Rico, October 4, 2008 -- FEMA External Affairs representative, Maria Davila visits the Ponce FEMA Disaster Recovery Center following the recent floods in Puerto Rico. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Severe Storm - Ponce, Puerto Rico, October 4, 2008 -- FEMA External Af...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA External Affairs rep in Puerto Rico Production Date: 10/05/2008 Caption: Ponce, Puerto Rico, October 4, 2008 -- FEMA External Affairs representative, Mari... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - San Leon, Texas, October 14, 2008 -- A Salvation Army Canteen hands out lunches to residents and recovery workers in this town along Galveston Bay that was hit hard by Hurricane Ike.  This canteen distributes an average of 700 lunches a day.  Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - San Leon, Texas, October 14, 2008 -- A Salv...

The original database describes this as: Title: Salvation Army gives food to residents in Texas Production Date: 10/14/2008 Caption: San Leon, Texas, October 14, 2008 -- A Salvation Army Canteen hands out lu... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St. Louis, Miss. , Oct. 22, 2008 -- The Hancock County Courthouse is currently under restoration. The project is an example of the recovery effort FEMA supports through Long Term Community Recovery. Jennifer Smits/FEMA.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St. Louis, Miss. , Oct. 22, 2008 -- The...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hancock County Courthouse Production Date: 10/22/2008 Caption: Bay St. Louis, Miss. , Oct. 22, 2008 -- The Hancock County Courthouse is currently under restora... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bacliff, Texas, February 12, 2009 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) specialist Cuong Nguyen (R) translates and assists Alex Ngo (CN) and wife Tu Anh Doan (L) during an Individual Assistance (IA) interview at a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). Translation services provided by FEMA helps get recovery information to non-English speakers in communities affected by disasters. Mike Moore/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bacliff, Texas, February 12, 2009 -- FEMA C...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Vietnamese translator helps with individual assistance interview after Hurricane Ike Production Date: 02/12/2009 Caption: Bacliff, Texas, February 12, 200... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Winter Storm - Monroe, Wash. , February 13, 2009 -- FEMA individual assistance specialists assist this Snohomish county resident with the registration process at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds disaster recovery center (DRC). The DRC is open to provide face to face assistance to people suffering damages from the Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, Mudslides and flooding. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Winter Storm - Monroe, Wash. , Februar...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Individual Assistance workers in Washington Production Date: 02/13/2009 Caption: Monroe, Wash. , February 13, 2009 -- FEMA individual assistance specialis... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Monroe, Wash. , February 13, 2009 -- A FEMA individual assistance specialist assists this Snohomish county resident with the registration process at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds disaster recovery center (DRC). The DRC is open to provide face to face assistance to people suffering damages from the Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, Mudslides and flooding. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Monroe, Wash. , Februar...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA IA worker helps a resident in Washington Production Date: 02/13/2009 Caption: Monroe, Wash. , February 13, 2009 -- A FEMA individual assistance specialist... More

Washington, D. C. , June 4, 2009 -- FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate testifies at U. S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Disaster Recovery, at the hearing "Are We Ready? A Status Report on Emergency Preparedness for the 2009 Hurricane Season. " FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Washington, D. C. , June 4, 2009 -- FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate testifies at U.S. Senate Committee Production Date: 06/04/2009 Caption: Washington, D. C. , June 4, 2009 -- FEMA Administrat... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 25, 2009 -- At the Cobb County Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) FEMA PIO Jim Homstad speaks on camera with a news crew.  FEMA PIO's give correct, appropriate information to the public through the media.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 25, 2009 -- At the ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Public Information Officer at Cobb County disaster recovery center in Georgia Production Date: 09/25/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 25, 2009 -- At... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 25, 2009 --  At the Cobb County Disaster Recovery Cente r(DRC) FEMA PIO Jim Homstad speaks with media about FEMA services.  FEMA is here due to recent severe storms and flooding.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 25, 2009 -- At the...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA public information officer in Georgia Production Date: 09/25/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 25, 2009 -- At the Cobb County Disaster Recovery Cent... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 25, 2009 -- FEMA PIO's from left, Jeff Welsh, Jim Homstad, and Tim Tyson prepare to meet the media as the GEMA/FEMA Cobb County Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) opens today.  FEMA is here as result of severe storm and flooding.  George Armstrong/ FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Austell, Ga. , September 25, 2009 -- FEMA PI...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA public information officers (PIO's) at Cobb County DRC in Georgia Production Date: 09/25/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , September 25, 2009 -- FEMA PIO's fro... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Carrollton, Ga. , September 28, 2009 -- Salvation Army vehicles and personnel arrive at the Carroll County State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Center. Voluntary service organizations are important FEMA partners in helping residents affected by recent severe storms and flooding.  George Armstrong, FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Carrollton, Ga. , September 28, 2009 -- Salv...

The original database describes this as: Title: Salvation Army trucks at Carroll County Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 09/28/2009 Caption: Carrollton, Ga. , September 28, 2009 -- Salvation Army ve... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Decatur, Ga. , September 29, 2009 -- At a DeKalb County apartment complex, this FEMA Community Relations Outreach team includes Team Lead Barry Holland (left), DeKalb Emergency Management Officer J. McWhorter, Specialists Ken Gay, Carmen B. Almeida-Biggart, Maureen Ivey, and Douglas Bodem. Community Relations tries to inform every flood affected resident about FEMA disaster recovery services. George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Decatur, Ga. , September 29, 2009 -- At a De...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Outreach with DeKalb Emergency Management Production Date: 09/29/2009 Caption: Decatur, Ga. , September 29, 2009 -- At a DeKalb County apartment... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Woodstock, Ga. , October 1, 2009 -- At the Cherokee County State/FEMA Dias aster Recovery Center, FEMA Mitigation Specialist Gisela Santiago provides information to a flood affected resident. FEMA Mitigation informs those affected by recent storms and flooding how to rebuild to be more damage resistant.  George Armstrong, FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Woodstock, Ga. , October 1, 2009 -- At the C...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mitigation Interview at Cherokee County Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 10/01/2009 Caption: Woodstock, Ga. , October 1, 2009 -- At the Cherokee Count... More

Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 --  Governor Togiola Tulafono and Federal Coordinating Officer Kenneth Tingman shake hands after signing the memorandum of agreement on the disaster response to the recent earthquake and tsunami.  The two leaders have been working closely together on response and recovery since the tsunami one week ago. FEMA/Casey Deshong

Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Officials sign a memorandum of understanding in American Samoa Production Date: 10/06/2009 Caption: Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- Governor Tog... More

Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- Faith-based and community members attend a long-term recovery meeting.  FEMA Volunteer Liaisons provide briefing on how citizens can volunteer and donate to survivors in American Samoa. FEMA/Casey Deshong

Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- F...

The original database describes this as: Title: Meeting in American Samoa Production Date: 10/06/2009 Caption: Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- Faith-based and community members attend a long-te... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , October 8, 2009 -- Signs point the way to the Disaster Recovery Center located in the Fulton County Court House Complex.  Disaster recovery Centers in Georgia provide a central location for storm and flood affected residents find help.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , October 8, 2009 -- Signs poin...

The original database describes this as: Title: Fulton County disaster recovery center in Georgia Open for Storm and Flood Affected Residents Production Date: 10/08/2009 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , October 8, 20... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , October 8, 2009 -- Signs point the way to the Disaster Recovery Center located in the Court House Complex.  Disaster Recovery Centers provide a central location for flood and storm affected residents to find help.  George Armstrong/ FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , October 8, 2009 -- Signs poin...

The original database describes this as: Title: Fulton County disaster recovery center Open for Storm and Flood Affected Residents in Georgia Production Date: 10/08/2009 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , October 8, 20... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , October 13, 2009 -- Flood water is being pumped from the lower floors of this Atlanta Waste Water System building.  Flooding from September severe storms created major damage and FEMA Public Assistance funds have been requested to help pay recovery cost.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , October 13, 2009 -- Flood wat...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flood Water Being Pumped from Atlanta Water System Building Production Date: 10/13/2009 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , October 13, 2009 -- Flood water is being pumped... More

Earthquake ^ Flooding ^ Tsunami - Ottoville, American Samoa, November 30, 2009 -- The Operations Chief for the Federal Emergency Management Agency in American Samoa, Bill Roche, provides a briefing to former Chicago Bears football player, Gabe Reid (white t-shirt) and former Philadelphia Eagles football player, Reno Mahe (gray t-shirt).  Reid and Mahe recently visited the island to observe the tsunami damage and to thank the workers assisting with disaster recovery. FEMA/Casey Deshong

Earthquake ^ Flooding ^ Tsunami - Ottoville, American Samoa, November ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Former National Football League Players Visit FEMA Facility Production Date: 11/30/2009 Caption: Ottoville, American Samoa, November 30, 2009 -- The Operations... More

Baton Rouge, La. , April 15, 2010 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate is seen visiting with Lieutenant Governor and future New Orleans Mayor, Mitch Landrieu and Orleans Parish Criminal Sheriff, Marlin Gussman at the Louisiana Parish Leadership Summit. Both officials are major applicants for FEMA Public Assistance recovery funding after Hurricane Katrina. Manuel Broussard/FEMA

Baton Rouge, La. , April 15, 2010 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate i...

The original database describes this as: Title: Administrator Fugate and Louisiana Officials Production Date: 04/15/2010 Caption: Baton Rouge, La. , April 15, 2010 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate is seen ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Ocean Springs, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Fort Maurepas beach park was built with some funds provided by FEMA for Hurricane Katrina recovery. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Ocean Springs, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- T...

The original database describes this as: Title: Seaman Memorial at Ft. Maurepas beach park in Mississippi Production Date: 08/25/2010 Caption: Ocean Springs, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Fort Maurepas beac... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- Volunteers from religious organizations pitch in to tarp this church after severe tornadoes destroyed the roof. 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 1, 2011 -- Volunteers from religi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Adam Dubrowa taken on 05/01/2011 in Alabama Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- Volunteers from religious ... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- The First Assembly of God community and recreation center was completely destroyed after a series of powerful tornadoes destroyed homes in the areas of rural Northeastern Alabama. The administration's top priority is to continue supporting the governors and their communities as recovery efforts continue. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- The First Assembly of ...

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 -- The First Assembly of God ... More

Severe Storm - Bessemer, Ala. , May 4, 2011 --  Mrs. Sheree Fugate (center-wife of FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate), Red Cross National Headquarters Manager of Disaster Services, Katherine Galifianakis (left), and Red Cross Worker Michelle Perkins confer at the Jefferson County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center #3.  FEMA and the Red Cross are partners in responding to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm - Bessemer, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Mrs. Sheree Fugate (ce...

The original database describes this as: Title: Red Cross Representatives at Disaster Recovery Center in AL Production Date: 05/04/2011 Caption: Bessemer, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Mrs. Sheree Fugate (center-wi... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Bessemer, Ala. , May 4, 2011 --  At the Bethel Baptist Church disaster recovery service center, a work crew sign-in location organizes volunteer efforts. Volunteer disaster relief services by faith-based organizations are an important part of the overall recovery effort for storm survivors.  FEMA is here in response to the deadly April tornado.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Bessemer, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- At the Bethe...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteer Work Crew Sign in at Faith-based Disaster Center in Al Production Date: 05/04/2011 Caption: Bessemer, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- At the Bethel Baptist Ch... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Chalmette, La. , May 5, 2011 -- Eddie Williams (second from right), Louisiana Recovery Office public assistance division supervisor, participates in the grand opening for three gazebos located in Torres Park. To date, FEMA has obligated $493,246 for the replacement of the gazebos.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Chalmette, La. , May 5, 2011 -- Eddie Willi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Gazebo Grand Opening Production Date: 05/05/2011 Caption: Chalmette, La. , May 5, 2011 -- Eddie Williams (second from right), Louisiana Recovery Office public ... More

Tornado - Fultondale, Ala. , May 5, 2011 -- Alabama National Guard load MRE's (Meals Ready to Eat) into a surviors truck at the Fultondale Disaster recovery Center.  FEMA has provided MRE's, water,ice, and tarps to help the survivors affected by the Southeast storms of April 27th.  FEMA Photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Fultondale, Ala. , May 5, 2011 -- Alabama National Guard loa...

The original database describes this as: Title: Alabama National Guardsman hand out FEMA supplies to survivors Production Date: 05/05/2011 Caption: Fultondale, Ala. , May 5, 2011 -- Alabama National Guard lo... More

Severe Storm - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate speaks with a resident of this area which was devastated by the April deadly tornado. Administrator Fugate is touring the affected areas to assess needs and monitor recovery efforts.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Administrato...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Administrator at Alabama Disaster Site Production Date: 05/06/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate speaks w... More

Tornado - Berkeley, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- Blue roofs and clean driveways show the recovery is progressing for some in St Louis County, MO. FEMA encourages all to register at the disasterRecovery center in Ferguson.  Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Berkeley, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- Blue roofs and clean drivewa...

The original database describes this as: Title: Blue Roofs Show Recovery Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Berkeley, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- Blue roofs and clean driveways show the recovery is progressing f... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 13, 2011 -- Recovery managers provide this diagram to assist survivors in their cleanup effort. Cleaning up the mounds of tornado debris is a critical task that recovery officials are approaching as a team effort from several angles. © Published with permission of the Tuscaloosa News.  NOTE: to print the debris removal diagram save picture on your desktop.

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 13, 2011 -- Recovery managers provide...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris Removal Diagram - English Production Date: 05/13/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , May 13, 2011 -- Recovery managers provide this diagram to assist survi... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 20, 2011 -- Alabama Governor Robert Bentley greets Congressman Robert B. Aderholt (R. AL-4) at the FEMA/State Joint Field Office where they are to meet with officials, tour the operation, and hold a press conference regarding recovery progress from the deadly April tornado.  FEMA and the state are partners in helping individuals through FEMA Individual Assistance and public entities eligible for FEMA Public Assistance funds.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 20, 2011 -- Alabama Go...

The original database describes this as: Title: Governor and Congressman at FEMA/State Joint Field Office in AL Production Date: 05/20/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , May 20, 2011 -- Alabama Governor Robert... More

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