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Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 - This house on the beach facing the ocean on the gulf coast side of Galveston Island survived Hurricane Ike because of mitigation measures taken. Storm shutters covering every opening and stilted structure prevented major damage to this house. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 - This...

The original database describes this as: Title: Storm shutters cover a homes windows and doors in Texas Production Date: 09/30/2008 Caption: Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 - This house on the beach fac... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- This house fared well and received only minor cosmetic damage from Hurricane Ike because of mitigating protective measures taken. Storm panels over every opening and being on stilts contributed to protecting this structure from high winds and storm surge. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- Thi...

The original database describes this as: Title: A hurricane ready home in Texas Production Date: 09/30/2008 Caption: Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- This house fared well and received only minor cosm... More

Tornado - Benson, N. C. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Mitigation Outreach Specialist Crispin Nery explains the bracket system used in the DAWG HAUS structure to West Johnstone High school shop teacher Eddie Poplin before beginning construction. The DAWG HAUS or Disaster Avoidance With Good Home Attenuating-Unionization System is a FEMA mitigation program to show how to build or rebuild stronger, safer structures that can withstand most tornadoes.  David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Benson, N. C. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Mitigation Outreach Spec...

The original database describes this as: Title: Building The DAWG HAUS in Johnstone County Production Date: 05/06/2011 Caption: Benson, N. C. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Mitigation Outreach Specialist Crispin Nery... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 21, 2011 --  A disaster survivor writes their thoughts on the car from their home after a tornado destroyed the structure. As cleanup efforts move forward, state health officials said the greatest impact is now the emotional, especially for the youngest survivors; simply driving past the enormous destruction each day, hearing stories of survival has a great toll on the children. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 21, 2011 -- A disaster survivor ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Lives turned upside down, but the spirit is strong Production Date: 05/21/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 21, 2011 -- A disaster survivor writes thei... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Ascension Parrish, La. , Sep. 5, 2012 -- More than a week after Hurricane Isaac made landfall, the floodwater is slowly receding.  Many structure that were not elevated or on high ground have water inside.  Photo by Charles S. Powell/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Ascension Parris...

The original database describes this as: Title: Water Receding, But Slowly Production Date: 09/05/2012 Caption: Ascension Parrish, La. , Sep. 5, 2012 -- More than a week after Hurricane Isaac made landfall, ... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This is the interior of a dome storm shelter and is the only structure still standing undamaged in this area after the deadly May 20 tornado destroyed all the homes in the neighborhood. According to neighbors, the owners did not get into it in time and were rescued with injury from the debris of their home. FEMA Mitigation services can help home owners determine the best possible storm shelter options.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This is the interior of a dome storm she...

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: storm shelter Mitigation Individual Assistance ^ Mitigatio... More

Moore, Okla., May 20, 2013 -- Working with a local firefighter, members of Texas Task Force 1 Urban Search & Rescue delayer a damaged structure in a thorough search

Moore, Okla., May 20, 2013 -- Working with a local firefighter, member...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: William Welch City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: Oklahoma Tornado May 2013 Disaster Types: Tornado Photograph... More

Mantoloking, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- The damages to this structure are a total loss and will be demolished and removed from the property. FEMA funds debris removal under Public Assistance Category A debris removal from the affected areas while FEMA's core mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from and mitigate all hazards.  Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Mantoloking, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- The damages to this structure are ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Mantoloking, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: F... More

Circle, AK, September 4, 2013 -- Harold Miller of the California Mennonites (C) goes over home building plans with Federal Coordinating Officer Dolph A. Diemont (L) and State Coordinating Officer Bryan Fisher (R). The home was was relocated to higher ground after severe floods destroyed the previous structure and the homeowners opted to move out of harms way and mitigate the loss of life and property. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Circle, AK, September 4, 2013 -- Harold Miller of the California Menno...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Circle, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 -- Lounden Tribal Council Administrator March Runne discusses the damages to their administrative building  in the midst of all their office belongings which were moved upstairs prior to the flooding that inundated the structure. FEMA is working closely with their partners to assist the tribal council and the disaster survivors on the road to recovery. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 -- Lounden Tribal Council Administrator ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Community Relations ^ Conceptual ... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; The historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; The historic Borreo Building on Third Stre...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 13:51:44 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Emergency Services Coordinator Vince Brooke discusses Public Assistance (PA) category B protective measures with FEMA DFCO Bill Roche. FEMA, Cal EMA, and local IID officials  toured the All American Canal to get a first hand look at  the structure and address any issues between Federal, State and local recovery efforts. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --Imperial Irrigation Di...

The original database describes this as: Title: Officials at the damaged American Canal in California Production Date: 06/15/2010 Caption: Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --Imperial Irrigation District (IID... More

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 -- FEMA DFCO Bill Roche discusses  Public Assistance (PA) category B protective measures processes with representatives from The Imperial Irrigation District (IID). FEMA, Cal EMA, and local officials  toured the American Canal to get a first hand look at  the structure to identify the potential risks to the canal and address any issues between Federal, State and local officials. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 -- FEMA DFCO Bill Roche ...

The original database describes this as: Title: American Canal in California Production Date: 06/15/2010 Caption: Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 -- FEMA DFCO Bill Roche discusses Public Assistance (PA) ca... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- Shawn Wilder works on this "dawg haus," - an acronym meaning Disaster Avoidance with Good Home Attenuating Unionization System - being built at The Home Depot.  Dawg haus uses a special construction technique called continuous load path which uses hangers and hurricane straps to stabilize the structure in severe weather. FEMA personnel help teach techniques to mitigate storm damage. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- Shawn Wild...

The original database describes this as: Title: Teaching Stronger Building Techniques Production Date: 06/07/2011 Caption: Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- Shawn Wilder works on this "dawg haus," - an acro... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA mitigation specialist Bonnie Hanchett presents Lowe's Store Manager Steven Gray with a certificate of appreciation for providing the materials to construct the' DAWG HAUS', the acronym for a portable tornado-resistant demonstration structure. The structure is a visual example of everyday construction techniques and materials that can reduce the damage of high winds.  FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA mitigation speciali...

The original database describes this as: Title: Partnering With The Private Sector Production Date: 06/10/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA mitigation specialist Bonnie Hanchett presents... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- FEMA Public Information Officer Susan Solomon speaks with Steve Gooch of the Daily Oklahoma News at a storm shelter which is the only structure standing after the deadly May 20 tornado. FEMA Mitigation services can help home owners determine best storm shelter options for their area.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- FEMA Public Information Officer Susan So...

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: PIO Mitigation news media storm shelter ^ Mitigation ^ sto... More

Circle, AK, September 3, 2013 -- The Mennonite Disaster Service completes the stairway of this replacement home after the disaster survivor decided to move up to higher ground away from the repetitive flooding areas. The home was was relocated to higher ground after severe floods destroyed the previous structure. The homeowners opted to move out of harms way and mitigate the loss of life and property with a FEMA grant and utilize the volunteer labor coordinated by FEMA with Mennonite Disaster Services. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Circle, AK, September 3, 2013 -- The Mennonite Disaster Service comple...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Circle, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Ocean Grove, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- The damages to this structure are a total loss and will be demolished and removed from the property.  As the piles of debris accumulate it is sorted into piles for classification,  FEMA funds debris removal under Public Assistance Category A debris removal from the affected areas. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Ocean Grove, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- The damages to this structure are ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Ocean Grove, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: F... More

Tornado - New Castle, Okla. , May 28, 2011 -- Janae Sullivan, FEMA, and Nick Poulos, of the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA)walk toward a tornado damaged structure in New Castle during a Preliminary Damage Assessment. FEMA/Earl Armstrong

Tornado - New Castle, Okla. , May 28, 2011 -- Janae Sullivan, FEMA, an...

The original database describes this as: Title: New Castle, OK Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: New Castle, Okla. , May 28, 2011 -- Janae Sullivan, FEMA, and Nick Poulos, of the U. S. Small Business Admi... More

Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at the podium during a ribbon cutting ceremony at a new FEMA facility that will house the agency's Disaster Operations Center.  The structure is the first commercial building in Frederick County that has been certified "green" by the U.S. Green Building Council. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at ...

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

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 21, 2011 -- A disaster survivor writes their thoughts on the driveway of their home after a tornado destroyed the structure. As cleanup efforts move forward, state health officials said the greatest impact is now the emotional, especially for the youngest survivors; simply driving past the enormous destruction each day hearing stories of survival has a great toll on the children. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 21, 2011 -- A disaster survivor w...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster survivor notes in Alabama Production Date: 05/21/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 21, 2011 -- A disaster survivor writes their thoughts on the... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- Shawn Wilder and Kevin Montgomery assemble this "dawg haus", - an acronym meaning Disaster Avoidance with Good Home Attenuating Unionization System - at The Home Depot. Dawg hause uses a special construction technique called continuous load path which uses hangers and hurricane straps to stabilize the structure in severe weather. FEMA personnel help teach techniques to reduce storm damage. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- Shawn Wild...

The original database describes this as: Title: Practicing Stronger Building Techniques Production Date: 06/07/2011 Caption: Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- Shawn Wilder and Kevin Montgomery assemble this... More

Flooding - Jefferson, S. D. , June 12, 2011 -- This house in the Wynstone community of Jefferson, S. D. on the Missouri River, uses an elaborate, supportive structure braced against the levee to help prevent a breach and consequent flooding. FEMA and other federal agencies are supporting the State Incident Management Team in their effort to prepare for flooding along the river.

Flooding - Jefferson, S. D. , June 12, 2011 -- This house in the Wynst...

The original database describes this as: Title: South Dakota Flood Fight Production Date: 06/12/2011 Caption: Jefferson, S. D. , June 12, 2011 -- This house in the Wynstone community of Jefferson, S. D. on t... More

Circle, AK, September 25, 2013 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Dolph A. Diemont (L) gives a basket of goods to a disaster survivor family that was severely affected by the flooding as a gesture of kindness. FEMA provided grants for materials, coordinated volunteer construction labor from the Mennonites Disaster Services Organization and shared in the community celebration by donating gift baskets to those new homeowners that had total structure losses. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Circle, AK, September 25, 2013 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Dolph A...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Circle, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Circle, AK, September 4, 2013 -- The California Mennonites meet with emergency managers and tribal representatives during the construction of this replacement home after the disaster survivor decided to move up to higher ground away from the floodplain. The home was relocated to higher ground after severe floods destroyed the previous structure and the homeowners opted to move out of harms way and mitigate the loss of life and property with a FEMA grant and volunteer labor coordinated by FEMA. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Circle, AK, September 4, 2013 -- The California Mennonites meet with e...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Circle, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 14, 2010 --  After a 7. 2 earthquake struck the downtown district in this Southern California town and red tagged buildings including the historic De Anza hotel. FEMA, Cal EMA, and local officials are inspecting the structure for cracks and identifying potential threats to the community during a tour. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 14, 2010 -- After a 7. 2 earthqu...

The original database describes this as: Title: Earthquake damaged buildings in California Production Date: 06/14/2010 Caption: Calexico, Calif. , June 14, 2010 -- After a 7. 2 earthquake struck the downtow... More

Tornado - Norman, Okla. , June 12, 2010 -- A construction worker cleans the ground where a gas station is being rebuilt after a tornado-driven winds destroyed the structure.  FEMA is working with local, state and other Federal agencies to assist residents affected by the tornadoes which hit the state in early May 2010.  Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Tornado - Norman, Okla. , June 12, 2010 -- A construction worker clean...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado damaged gas station being repaired in Oklahoma Production Date: 06/12/2010 Caption: Norman, Okla. , June 12, 2010 -- A construction worker cleans the g... More

Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Eagle, Alaska, September 11, 2009 -- Temporary health clinic set up by FEMA for Eagle, Alaska.  A permanent structure will be set up next year. - Jack Heesch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Winter Storm - Eagle, Alaska, September 11, 2009 -- Tempora...

The original database describes this as: Title: Temporary Health Clinic in Eagle, Alaska Production Date: 09/11/2009 Caption: Eagle, Alaska, September 11, 2009 -- Temporary health clinic set up by FEMA for E... More

Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison welcomes visitors to a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new FEMA facility that will house the agency's Disaster Operations Center.  The structure is the first commercial building in Frederick County that has been certified "green" by the U.S. Green Building Council.  FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison wel...

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

Mantoloking, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- The damages to this structure are a total loss and it will be demolished and removed from the property.  FEMA funds debris removal under Public Assistance Category A debris removal from the affected areas. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Mantoloking, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- The damages to this structure are ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Mantoloking, NJ Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm Categories: D... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; The historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; The historic Borreo Building on Third Stre...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 13:49:25 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 15:44:17 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- The Wadena Deer Creek High School was severely damage by the June 17, 2010 EF4 tornado. FEMA, local and state agencies have completed Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDA) to determine if the structure qualifies for federal funding. FEMA/Michael Mancino

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- The Wadena D...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damagaed cars at a high school in Minnesota Production Date: 06/22/2010 Caption: Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- The Wadena Deer Creek High School was severel... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valley City, N. D. , April 12, 2009 -- The swollen Sheyenne River doing battle with National Guard and city officials to seep through a massive dike built to protect the town as a local film crew records the action from atop the structure. Record river crests across the Red River valley are pitting man against nature throughout the region. Mike Moore/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Valley City, N. D. , April 12, 2009 -- The s...

The original database describes this as: Title: Residents try to protect a dike by pumping water in Valley City, ND Production Date: 04/12/2009 Caption: Valley City, N. D. , April 12, 2009 -- The swollen She... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , September 14, 2005 -- A 25 foot storm surge from Hurricane Katrina wiped out the original Plaquemines Parish detention center and Sheriff's offices. It was a single story, 800-bed structure. It was declared 98% destroyed, making it eligible for replacement funding under FEMA's Public Assistance program.  The new detention center is being built back on the same 70-acre original site and will have the same inmate holding capacity, but is being built 18 feet above the ground.  This is being done to meet the elevation standards required by the new Digital Flood Information Rating Maps. Photo by FEMA/Manuel Broussard.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , September 14, 200...

The original database describes this as: Title: Plaquemines Parish detention center and Sheriff's offices (Befor Production Date: 09/14/2005 Caption: Plaquemines Parish, La. , September 14, 2005 -- A 25 foot... More

[Hurricane Katrina] Diamondhead, MS, August 28, 2008 -- Mississippi Gov. Hayley Barbour and Habitat for Humanity's Wendy McDonald participate in an Open House for a Mississippi Cottage newly made permanent. A pre-fabricated and constructed attachment was added to the cottage to make the structure permanent and was designed by FEMA Long Term Community Recovery staff in Mississippi. The cottage is part of FEMA's Alternative Housing Pilot Program, which seeks alternative disaster housing solutions. Kiiva Williams/FEMA.

[Hurricane Katrina] Diamondhead, MS, August 28, 2008 -- Mississippi Go...

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

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Gulfport, Miss. , May 4, 2009 --Acting TRO Director Alec Watson speaks at the Groundbreaking of the new Gulfport Municipal Complex, which will house police administration, municipal court and city services. The structure will contain a FEMA 361 shelter for first responders and is being built with mitigation and public assistance funds. Jennifer Smits/FEMA.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Gulfport, Miss. , May 4, 2009 --Acting TRO ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Groundbreaking for Gulfport Municipal Complex Production Date: 05/04/2009 Caption: Gulfport, Miss. , May 4, 2009 --Acting TRO Director Alec Watson speaks at th... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- This structure was severely damaged by the April tornado and city inspectors have declared it unsafe for occupation. FEMA Individual Assistance Housing services can be available for eligible homeless storm survivors.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- This struc...

The original database describes this as: Title: Condemned Storm Damaged Building in Alabama Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- This structure was severely damaged by the ... More

Freeport, N.Y., May 20, 2013 --After the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy flooded their house with 5 feet of water, the homeowners made the decision to elevate their house above the new flood level of 12 feet determined by New York State and FEMA. Debris under the house must be cleared away before the contractor can install helical piles that will support the structure. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Freeport, N.Y., May 20, 2013 --After the storm surge from Hurricane Sa...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Freeport, NY Keywords: Mitigation ^ Elevation ^ Flooding ^ House ^ FEMA ^ hurric... More

Window Rock, Ariz., March 20, 2013 -- Standing inside a Native American Tipi, Mike Salabiye, Planner for the Navajo Nation Department of Behavioral Health Services, explains the intricate design structure of the Tipi to Sam Ronveaux, FEMA Region IX Infrastructure Branch Director and Bruce Knabenshue, the FEMA Public Assistance Task Force Leader for FEMA-4104-DR. The Tipi shown here was used in one of several religious or traditional ceremonies during the Navajo Nation Prayer Day celebrated March 18 - 19, 2013. Photo by Rose Whitehair/Navajo Nation Emergency Manager

Window Rock, Ariz., March 20, 2013 -- Standing inside a Native America...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kelly Hudson City/State: Window Rock, AZ Disasters: Navajo Nation Severe Freeze (DR-4104) Disaster Types: ... More

St. Bernard Parish, La., July 24, 2013 -- The St. Bernard Parish 34th Judicial Courthouse historic structure that was built in 1939 suffered heavy damages as a result of high winds, storm surge and a rush of water from broken levees caused by Hurricane Katrina. FEMA has spent more than $20.7 million to repair the structure. Gioan Nguyen/FEMA

St. Bernard Parish, La., July 24, 2013 -- The St. Bernard Parish 34th ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Manuel Broussard City/State: St. Bernard Parish, LA Keywords: hurricane katrina ^ St. Bernard 34th Judicial... More

Forkston, Pa., Dec. 28, 2011 -- A temporary bridge now stands over Mahoopany Creek on State Route 3001 in Forkston Township, Pa. Nearly $7 million in federal PA funding was approved in December to replace the temporary bridge with a permanent structure

Forkston, Pa., Dec. 28, 2011 -- A temporary bridge now stands over Mah...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2011-12-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: William Lindsey City/State: Forkston, PA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane Irene (DR-4025) ^ Pennsylvania T... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wellington, Ky. , March 12, 2012 -- No structure on this farm survived the tornadoes. FEMA is in Menifee County providing assistance to survivors.  Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wellington, Ky. , March 12, 2012 -- No struct...

The original database describes this as: Title: Only the Sign Remains Production Date: 03/12/2012 Caption: Wellington, Ky. , March 12, 2012 -- No structure on this farm survived the tornadoes. FEMA is in Men... More

Extreme Temperatures ^ Fire ^ Wildfire - Mannford, Okla. , Aug. 28, 2012 -- The metal roof stands as a testament to a structure destroyed by the Aug 3-14, 2012 wildfire in Creek County, Oklahoma.  Families returned to find their homes, outbuildings and personal belongings destroyed. FEMA is providing funds to help homeowners begin their recovery. Patricia Brach/FEMA

Extreme Temperatures ^ Fire ^ Wildfire - Mannford, Okla. , Aug. 28, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damage from Wildfire in Creek County in Oklahoma Production Date: 08/28/2012 Caption: Mannford, Okla. , Aug. 28, 2012 -- The metal roof stands as a testament t... More

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 -- The Louden Tribal Council Administrative building was impacted by severe flooding that inundated the structure. FEMA is working closely through their tribal relations partners to relay key recovery information and disaster management methods with tribal administrators.  Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 -- The Louden Tribal Council Administrat...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Debris ^ Disaster Officials ^ Federa... More

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 -- Lounden Tribal Council Administrator March Runne discusses the damages to their administrative building after a severe flood inundated the structure. FEMA is working closely with their partners to assist the tribal council and the disaster survivors on the road to recovery. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 -- Lounden Tribal Council Administrator ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Community Relations ^ Conceptual Imagery ^ Congressional ... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; The historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; The historic Borreo Building on Third Stre...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 13:51:54 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- Shawn Wilde and Kevin Montgomery work on this "dawg haus", - an acronym meaning Disaster Avoidance with Good Home Attenuating Unionization System - at The Home Depot. Dawg hause uses a special construction technique called continuous load path which uses hangers and hurricane straps to stabilize the structure in severe weather. FEMA personnel help teach techniques to reduce storm damage. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- Shawn Wild...

The original database describes this as: Title: Stronger Building Techniques in Action Production Date: 06/07/2011 Caption: Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- Shawn Wilde and Kevin Montgomery work on this "d... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- This "dawg haus," -an acronym meaning Disaster Avoidance with Good Home Attenuating Unionization System-  illustrates a special construction technique called continuous load path which uses hangers and hurricane straps to stabilize the structure in severe weather. FEMA personnel help teach building techniques to reduce storm damage. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- This "dawg...

The original database describes this as: Title: Dawg Haus Production Date: 06/07/2011 Caption: Nashville, Tenn. , June 7, 2011 -- This "dawg haus," -an acronym meaning Disaster Avoidance with Good Home Atten... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Esperance, N. Y. , September 26, 2011 -- Residents along Priddle road suffer a total loss of structure due to heavy flooding caused from Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. The FEMA disaster recovery process presents an opportunity to rebuild stronger by engaging in effective long term community planning for homeowners. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Esperance, N. Y. ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Adam Dubrowa taken on 09/26/2011 in New York Production Date: 09/26/2011 Caption: Esperance, N. Y. , September 26, 2011 -- Residents along Priddl... More

Jersey City, N.J., October 28, 2013 -- Before and after photo showing devastation to Liberty Bridge following Hurricane Sandy compared to the rebuilt structure. Photo by Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., October 28, 2013 -- Before and after photo showing ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-10-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurricane/Tropical Storm Phot... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- The damages to this boardwalk structure are severe and will be demolished and replaced with new timber as the recovery efforts continue.  FEMA funds the debris removal under Public Assistance Category A debris removal from the affected areas of Hurricane Sandy. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- The damages to this boardwalk ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Seaside Heights, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Type... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 15:28:48 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 22, 2007 -- FEMA mitigation specialist Manny Walker (left) explains the building techniques used to withstand tornado force winds in the construction this mitigation model structure to a visitor of this home improvement store.  FEMA promotes mitigating house that are in areas threatened by natural disasters.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 22, 2007 -- FEMA...

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

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Deland, FL, February 23, 2007 -- FEMA mitigation specialist Cris Nery (rear, blue jacket) watches as Deland High School wood shop students work on the construction of a FEMA mitigation model structure under the direction of their teacher Bill Paige.  FEMA promotes the use of mitigative building techniques in areas threatened by natural disasters.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Deland, FL, February 23, 2007 -- FEMA mi...

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

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , August 29, 2008 -- A 25 foot storm surge from Hurricane Katrina wiped out the original Plaquemines Parish detention center and Sheriff's offices. It was a single story, 800-bed structure. It was declared 98% destroyed, making it eligible for replacement funding under FEMA's Public Assistance program.  The new detention center is being built back on the same 70-acre original site and will have the same inmate holding capacity, but is being built 18 feet above the ground.  This is being done to meet the elevation standards required by the new Digital Flood Information Rating Maps. Photo by FEMA/Manuel Broussard.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , August 29, 2008 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Plaquemines Parish detention center and Sheriff's offices check Production Date: 08/29/2008 Caption: Plaquemines Parish, La. , August 29, 2008 -- A 25 foot sto... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 --Nola Stewart and her daughter survey the damages to their home after a tornado destroyed the structure. When natural disasters, such as severe storms and tornadoes, strike, the first responders are local emergency and public works personnel, volunteers, humanitarian organizations, and numerous private interest groups who provide emergency assistance required to protect the public's health and safety and to meet immediate human needs. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 --Nola Stewart and her da...

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 --Nola Stewart and her daught... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- The New Jersey Transit Terminal experienced extensive Hurricane Sandy damage from three feet of water and mud deposited in the interior.This historic structure is being restored and FEMA Public Assistance funds may pay a portion of this recovery cost. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- The New Jersey Transit Terminal experi...

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: PA historic recovery ^ Recovery ^ Historic ^ PA Disaste... More

Galena, Alaska, July 23, 2013 -- After a recent flood innundated John Stam's home, he is elevating the structure four feet above the previous base level in an attempt to mitigate further repetitive loss. The homeowner is using an air pressured jack system to lift the home at each corner in advance while his FEMA application is pending. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 23, 2013 -- After a recent flood innundated John ...

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

Maurepas, La., Feb. 8, 2013 -- Construction workers rebuild a structure on the baseball field of Maurepas High School. Hurricane Isaac destroyed the previous dugout with high winds when the storm hit this area on August 28 and 29, 2013. FEMA/Mike Moore

Maurepas, La., Feb. 8, 2013 -- Construction workers rebuild a structur...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Mike Moore City/State: Maurepas, LA Keywords: Hurricane Isaac recovery Maurepas Louisiana ^ Louisiana ^ Rec... More

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 --The Louden Tribal Council administrative building was impacted by severe flooding that inundated the structure. FEMA is working closely through tribal relations to liaise key recovery information and disaster management methods with tribal administrators to get the community on the road to recovery. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 --The Louden Tribal Council administrati...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Conceptual Imagery ^ Debris ^ Rec... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 15:30:28 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --A 7. 2 magnitude earthquake struck this irrigation canal leaving cracks and broken infrastructure to the Imperial Irrigation District. FEMA, Cal EMA, and local officials  toured the All American Canal to get a first hand look at  the structure to identify the potential risks and address any issues between Federal, State and local officials. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --A 7. 2 magnitude earth...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Irrigation Canal in California Production Date: 06/15/2010 Caption: Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --A 7. 2 magnitude earthquake struck this irrigati... More

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Emergency Services Coordinator Vince Brooke discusses Public Assistance (PA) category B protective measures with FEMA DFCO Bill Roche. FEMA, Cal EMA, and local officials  toured the All American Canal to get a first hand look at  the structure and address any issues between Federal, State and local officials. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --Imperial Irrigation Di...

The original database describes this as: Title: Officials at the damaged American Canal in California Production Date: 06/15/2010 Caption: Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --Imperial Irrigation District (IID... More

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Deland, FL, February 23, 2007 -- A Deland High School woodshop student listens as his instructor Bill Paige (left) discusses the building plans for a FEMA mitigation model structure being built by the students as a class project.  FEMA promotes the use of mitigative building techniques in areas threatened by natural disasters.  Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Deland, FL, February 23, 2007 -- A Delan...

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

Galena, Alaska, June 29, 2013 -- Local contractors work to paint the inside of the US Postal Service building after severe flooding innudated the structure. FEMA is responding with emergency management teams in place whom are working on behalf of the State of Alaska's designated Regional Educational Attendance Areas (REAA's) and the disaster survivors. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, June 29, 2013 -- Local contractors work to paint the i...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Miscellaneous ^ Operations ^ Publ... More

Lavallette, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- As this structure is a total loss, the recovery process continues as demolition and debris removal are underway. FEMA's mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from and mitigate all hazards. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Lavallette, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- As this structure is a total loss, ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Lavallette, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Fl... More

Circle, AK, September 25, 2013-- Federal Coordinating Officer Dolph A. Diemont (L) gives a basket of goods to a disaster survivor family that was severely affected by the flooding as a gesture of kindness. To those who were eligible for assistance, FEMA provided grants for construction materials, coordinated volunteer construction labor from the Mennonites and shared in the community celebration by donating gift baskets to those new homeowners that had total structure losses. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Circle, AK, September 25, 2013-- Federal Coordinating Officer Dolph A....

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Circle, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Feb. 15, 2013 -- At The Ocean Club, steel reinforced concrete pilings replace the old wood pilings that could not withstand the force of Hurricane Sandy. The new pilings are being placed 8 feet down and will raise the new structure above the flood level. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Feb. 15, 2013 -- At The Ocean Club, steel reinfo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Atlantic Beach, NY Keywords: Recovery ^ SBA ^ FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ Atlantic ... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 13:36:01 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at the podium during a ribbon cutting ceremony at a new FEMA facility that will house the agency's Disaster Operations Center.  The structure is the first commercial building in Frederick County that has been certified "green" by the U.S. Green Building Council. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison at ...

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

Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison leads a group of officials at a ribbon cutting ceremony and dedicaton at a new FEMA facility that will house the agency's Disaster Operations Center.  The structure is the first commercial building in Frederick County that has been certified "green" by the U.S. Green Building Council.  FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Winchester, VA, April 8, 2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison lea...

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

Buras, La., May 29, 2010 -- The South Transportation Facility is an elevated structure with amenities for training and administration as well as servicing the parish's school buses and other vehicles needed to operate in the rural coastal parish. It was funded with $2.7 million from FEMA following Hurricane Katrina. Manuel Broussard/FEMA

Buras, La., May 29, 2010 -- The South Transportation Facility is an el...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2010-05-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Manuel Broussard City/State: Buras, LA Keywords: hurricane katrina ^ South Transportation Facility Disaste... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Esperance, N. Y. , September 26, 2011 -- Esperance, NY- Residents along Priddle road suffer a total loss of structure due to heavy flooding caused from hurricane Irene and tropical storm Lee. FEMA is providing temporary housing units to those displaced from the storms. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - Esperance, N. Y. ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Adam Dubrowa taken on 09/26/2011 in New York Production Date: 09/26/2011 Caption: Esperance, N. Y. , September 26, 2011 -- Esperance, NY- Residen... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Vestal, N. Y. , October 4, 2011 -- Stephen Olsen plays while his parents clean their home after severe flooding caused by Hurricane Irene inundated the structure up to the second floor. The Olsen's are a FEMA grantee, and are recieving federal assistance and temporary housing. Adam duBrowa/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Vestal, N. Y. , October 4, 2011 ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Survivor Production Date: 10/04/2011 Caption: Vestal, N. Y. , October 4, 2011 -- Stephen Olsen plays while his parents clean their home after severe f... More

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This is a dome storm shelter and is the only structure still standing undamaged in this area after the deadly May 20 tornado destroyed all the homes in the neighborhood. According to neighbors, the owners did not get into it in time and were rescued with injury from the debris of their home. FEMA Mitigation services can help home owners determine the best possible storm shelter options.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This is a dome storm shelter and is the ...

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: storm shelter Mitigation ^ Mitigation ^ storm shelter Dis... More

Moore, Okla., May 20, 2013 -- Members of Texas Task Force 1 search a storm shelter in a damaged structure

Moore, Okla., May 20, 2013 -- Members of Texas Task Force 1 search a s...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: William Welch City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: Oklahoma Tornado May 2013 Disaster Types: Tornado Photograph... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., Feb. 25, 2013 -- Work on removal of the pier structure and the rebuilding of the Casino Pier has begun with the hopes of opening by Memorial Day 2013. FEMA is working to provide assistance to businesses and individuals affected by storm. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., Feb. 25, 2013 -- Work on removal of the pier st...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Seaside Heights, NJ Keywords: Amusement Beach Boardwalk Construction New Jersey P... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; A steel section of rebar drilled and anchored with epoxy in a load-bearing wall to hold two wythes (or vertical sections of masonry) together inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; A steel section of rebar drilled and ancho...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 15:42:34 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 15:35:40 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Emergency Services Coordinator Vince Brooke discusses Public Assistance (PA) category B protective measures with FEMA DFCO Bill Roche. FEMA, Cal EMA, and local officials  toured the All American Canal to get a first hand look at  the structure to identify the potential risks to the canal and address any issues between Federal, State and local officials. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --Imperial Irrigation Di...

The original database describes this as: Title: American Canal in California Production Date: 06/15/2010 Caption: Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Emergency Services Coor... More

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --After a 7. 2 magnitude earthquake struck The All American Canal, survey teams inspect the damages and assess the risks caused from techtonic shifts. FEMA, Cal EMA, and local officials  toured the canal to get a first hand look at  the structure and to address any issues between Federal, State and local officials. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Earthquake - Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --After a 7. 2 magnitude...

The original database describes this as: Title: American Canal in California Production Date: 06/15/2010 Caption: Calexico, Calif. , June 15, 2010 --After a 7. 2 magnitude earthquake struck The All American ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Mudslide/Landslide - Esperance, N. Y. , September 26, 2011 -- While some residents along Priddle road suffer a total loss of structure, others had heavy flooding without structure failure caused from hurricane Irene and tropical storm Lee. FEMA may provide financial assistance to disaster survivors by temporarily relocating to an available housing resource. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Mudslide/Landslide - Esperance, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Adam Dubrowa taken on 09/26/2011 in New York Production Date: 09/26/2011 Caption: Esperance, N. Y. , September 26, 2011 -- While some residents a... More

Circle, AK, September 3, 2013 -- The Mennonite Disaster Service completes the foundation of this replacement home after the disaster survivor decided to move up to higher ground away from the repetitive flooding areas. The home was relocated to higher ground after severe floods destroyed the previous structure and the homeowners opted to move out of harms way and mitigate the loss of life and property. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Circle, AK, September 3, 2013 -- The Mennonite Disaster Service comple...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Circle, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Window Rock, Ariz., March 20, 2013 -- From inside a Native American Tipi, Mike Salabiye, Planner for the Navajo Nation Department of Behavioral Health Services, explains the intricate design structure of the Tipi to Sam Ronveaux, FEMA Region IX Infrastructure Branch Director and Bruce Knabenshue, the FEMA Public Assistance Task Force Leader for FEMA-4104-DR. The Tipi shown here was used in one of several religious or traditional ceremonies during the Navajo Nation Prayer Day celebrated March 18 - 19, 2013. Photo by Rose Whitehair/Navajo Nation Emergency Manager

Window Rock, Ariz., March 20, 2013 -- From inside a Native American Ti...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kelly Hudson City/State: Window Rock, AZ Disasters: Navajo Nation Severe Freeze (DR-4104) Disaster Types: ... More

Circle, AK, September 3, 2013 -- Athabaskan Tribal Chief Jessica Boyle proudly sits atop construction material for a new home that is being constructed for the disaster survivor which had a total loss of their structure.  FEMA works closely with the Alaska Natives through tribal relations with the Tribal Chiefs. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Circle, AK, September 3, 2013 -- Athabaskan Tribal Chief Jessica Boyle...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Circle, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., March 22, 2013 -- Residents of this Queens neighborhood are rebuilding their homes damaged by Hurricane Sandy. Contractors are installing flood vents under this house to create permanent openings in the foundation walls that will allow water to move through the foundation of the house freely, thereby reducing water pressure applied to the structure. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., March 22, 2013 -- Residents of this Queens neighbo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Mitigation ^ FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ rebuilding ^ br... More

Galena, Alaska, July 23, 2013 -- After a recent flood innundated John Stam's home, he is elevating the structure four feet above the previous base level in an attempt to mitigate further repetive losses. The homeowner is using air pressured jacks to lift the home at each corner by himself while his FEMA application is pending. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, July 23, 2013 -- After a recent flood innundated John ...

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

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This is a dome storm shelter and is the only structure still standing undamaged in this area after the deadly May 20 tornado destroyed all the homes in the neighborhood. According to neighbors, the owners did not get into it in time and were rescued with injury from the debris of their home. FEMA Mitigation services can help home owners determine the best possible storm shelter options.  George Armstrong/FEMA

Moore, Okla., May 23, 2013 -- This is a dome storm shelter and is the ...

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: storm shelter Mitigation ^ Mitigation ^ storm shelter Dis... More

Ocean Grove, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- Risdens Bath House is closed due to Hurricane Sandy and the storm surge that inundated the structure. The boardwalk and local businesses are working the recovery steps to get back in business prior to the Memorial Day Holiday weekend. FEMA and it's State and Local partners are working together with the communities during the recovery phase. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Ocean Grove, N.J., Jan. 16, 2013 -- Risdens Bath House is closed due t...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Ocean Grove, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: F... More

Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Feb. 15, 2013 -- At the Sands  Atlantic Beach, workers rebuild one of the decks damaged during Hurricane Sandy. Hurricane clips are being installed to fortify the structure. The beach club recently received a loan from the SBA to help fund the project. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Atlantic Beach, N.Y., Feb. 15, 2013 -- At the Sands Atlantic Beach, w...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Atlantic Beach, NY Keywords: Recovery ^ FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ Atlantic Beach ... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 13:36:36 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 13:35:23 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside the historic Borreo Building on Third Street in the City of Napa, California, which survived a 6.0 earthquake on August 24, 2014 with minor damage. Named after the Borreo family who once owned the historic stone structure, the Italianate Renaissance Borreo Building was built in 1877 and constructed of native cut stone. The building was seismically stabilized and retrofitted with mitigation assistance from FEMA in 2001. FEMA supports state, local and tribal governments in their efforts to recover from natural disasters and mitigate all hazards. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Napa, CA, August 28, 2014 ; Secondary steel structural support inside ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2014-08-28 15:28:36 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Napa, CA Keywords: Earthquake Disasters: California Earthquake (DR-4193) ... More

Wildfire - Fort Collins, Colo. , June 14, 2012 -- Colorado National Guard head out to work structure point protection with a  TFFT M1142  (Tactical Fire Fighting Truck)  on the High Park Fire.  Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

Wildfire - Fort Collins, Colo. , June 14, 2012 -- Colorado National Gu...

The original database describes this as: Title: High Park Fire Production Date: 06/14/2012 Caption: Fort Collins, Colo. , June 14, 2012 -- Colorado National Guard head out to work structure point protection ... More

Galena, Alaska, June 29, 2013 -- Local contractors work to muck out the inside of the US Postal Service building after severe flooding innudated the structure. FEMA is responding with emergency management teams in place whom are working on behalf of the State of Alaska's designated Regional Educational Attendance Areas (REAA's) and the disaster survivors. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, Alaska, June 29, 2013 -- Local contractors work to muck out th...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Debris ^ Public Assistance ^ Reco... More

Circle, AK, September 4, 2013 -- Harold Miller of the California Mennonites nails the plywood base to this home which was relocated to higher ground after severe floods destroyed the previous structure. Along the Yukon river, disaster survivors are working with FEMA and our partners to move out of harms way and mitigate loss of life and property. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Circle, AK, September 4, 2013 -- Harold Miller of the California Menno...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Circle, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 -- Lounden Tribal Council Administrator March Runne discusses the damages to their administrative building with FEMA Deputy Associate Administrator of Response and Recovery Elizabeth Zimmerman after a severe flood inundated the structure. FEMA is working closely with their partners to assist the tribal council and the disaster survivors on the road to recovery. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 -- Lounden Tribal Council Administrator ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Community Relations ^ DHS leaders... More

Hughes, Alaska, July 8, 2013 -- After severe flooding swept through the Koyukuk River territory, the water moved the entire structure of of this home of of the foundation. FEMA is responding and has a team of inspectors in place working with disaster survivors, the State of Alaska and the designated Regional Education Attendance Area's (REAA's).  Adam Dubrowa/ FEMA

Hughes, Alaska, July 8, 2013 -- After severe flooding swept through th...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Hughes, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Disaster Officials ^ Individual A... More

Circle, AK, September 4, 2013--Construction workers assemble the temporary medical facility for the residents of this community after a severe flood destroyed the previous structure. The temporary medical facility will serve as the primary medical treatment facility for the community members while the new medical facility is under construction. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Circle, AK, September 4, 2013--Construction workers assemble the tempo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Circle, AK Disasters: Alaska Flooding (DR-4122) Disaster Types: Flooding Categor... More

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