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Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Roanoke Rapids, N. C. , September 12, 2011 -- Part of a street and curb were taken out by this tree root system when it was blown over by winds from Hurricane Irene. Many cities and counties receive FEMA funding for infrastructure repairs after disasters. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Roanoke Rapids, N. C. , September 12, 2011 ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Street damage from Hurricane Irene winds. Production Date: 09/12/2011 Caption: Roanoke Rapids, N. C. , September 12, 2011 -- Part of a street and curb were tak... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Gulfport, Miss. , August 20, 2010 -- The new boardwalk and beach access ramps were completed with construction funds provided by FEMA to help rebuild the Gulf Coast after Hurricane Katrina. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Gulfport, Miss. , August 20, 2010 -- The n...

The original database describes this as: Title: New beach access ramp at a Mississippi beach Production Date: 08/20/2010 Caption: Gulfport, Miss. , August 20, 2010 -- The new boardwalk and beach access ramp... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St. Louis, Miss. , August 21, 2010 -- The renovated Hancock County Courthouse is open for business. The courthouse was resurrected from a state of disrepair after the 2005 hurricane flooded and destroyed its first floor and marred its exterior. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St. Louis, Miss. , August 21, 2010 -- T...

The original database describes this as: Title: Bay St. Louis, Mississippi gets a renovated Courthouse. Production Date: 08/21/2010 Caption: Bay St. Louis, Miss. , August 21, 2010 -- The renovated Hancock Co... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - D'Iberville, Miss. , August 24, 2010 -- The new D'Iberville High School opened this school year. The school also serves as a hurricane shelter for local residents. . Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - D'Iberville, Miss. , August 24, 2010 -- The...

The original database describes this as: Title: New High School in D'Iberville, Mississippi. Production Date: 08/24/2010 Caption: D'Iberville, Miss. , August 24, 2010 -- The new D'Iberville High School opene... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Ocean Springs, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The new St. Martin High School was built with some funds provided by FEMA for Hurricane Katrina recovery. The school also serves as a hurricane shelter for local residents. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

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

The original database describes this as: Title: St. Martin High School opens in Misissippi Production Date: 08/25/2010 Caption: Ocean Springs, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The new St. Martin High School was bu... More

Tornado - Atlanta, Ga. , April 28, 2011 -- FEMA personnel at the Atlanta Distribution Cente load pallets of water onto truck trailers for deployment to Alabama to help with recovery efforts after the devastating tornados ripped through the South. FEMA already has resources in the state. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Atlanta, Ga. , April 28, 2011 -- FEMA personnel at the Atlan...

The original database describes this as: Title: Essential supplies leave for Alabama Production Date: 04/28/2011 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , April 28, 2011 -- FEMA personnel at the Atlanta Distribution Cente loa... More

Earthquake - Marietta, Ga. , April 28, 2011 -- Preparing for The Great Central U. S. Shakeout Event at Milford Elementary School 4th grade class. Kids get into the drop, cover and hold on position for the drill. FEMA and GEMA personnel were there to answer questions about earthquake and emergency preparedness. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Earthquake - Marietta, Ga. , April 28, 2011 -- Preparing for The Great...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preparing for The Great Central U.S. Shakeout Event Production Date: 04/28/2011 Caption: Marietta, Ga. , April 28, 2011 -- Preparing for The Great Central U. S... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- University of Alabama Football All-American Javier Arenas chats with a fan at the Tuscaloosa Red Cross Shelter. Javier passed out FEMA registration flyers, signed autographs, and posed for pictures with fans to help raise the spirits of people who have lost nearly everything. FEMA Photo /Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- University of Alabama Foot...

The original database describes this as: Title: University of Alabama Football All-American Javier Arenas visits Red Cross Shelter Production Date: 05/06/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- Unive... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- The Hackleburg Methodist Church serves as disaster relief center for tornado survivors. Volunteers from Kansas and Wisconsin have come to help run the center. Faith-Based organizations and groups are an intregal part of the recovery process after disasters. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- The Hackleburg Methodist ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Faith-Based organizations and groups come to Alabama Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- The Hackleburg Methodist Church se... More

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

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Property owners and volun...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris sorting and removal begins in Tuscaloosa Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Property owners and volunteers cleanup ... More

Tornado - Moulton , Ala. , May 31, 2011 -- This home outside Moulton in Lawrence County was provided by FEMA as temporary housing for a tornado survivor. FEMA has helped residents in the area with temporary housing and other disaster assistance. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Moulton , Ala. , May 31, 2011 -- This home outside Moulton ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Moulton, Ala residents getting temporary housing. Production Date: 05/31/2011 Caption: Moulton , Ala. , May 31, 2011 -- This home outside Moulton in Lawrence ... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 17, 2011 -- FEMA Associate Administrator William Carwile (center) listens to a report during a general staff meeting at the Joint Field Office, along with Alabama State Coordinating Officer Jeff Byard (left) and Federal Coordinating Officer Mike Byrne. The meetings help coordinate all of the state and Federal resources to continue the recovery process. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 17, 2011 -- FEMA Associate Administr...

The original database describes this as: Title: State and Federal Officials Meet at Joint Field Office Production Date: 06/17/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , June 17, 2011 -- FEMA Associate Administrator Wi... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 17, 2011 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Mike Byrne grants an interview with a local Birmingham Television Station at the Joint Field Office. Topics ranged from the recovery progress so far, to the issues to be addressed in the long-term recovery effort. FEMA is providing assistance to individuals, business owners and local and state government agencies in the ongoing recovery efforts. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 17, 2011 -- Federal Coordinating Off...

The original database describes this as: Title: Alabama media interviews Federal Coordinating Officer Production Date: 06/17/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , June 17, 2011 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Mik... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 25, 2011 -- The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers turned over the keys to Birmingham fire station #18 on June 24, the seventh temporary critical facility completed by the Corps since the April tornadoes. Helping ensure essential operations can function after a disaster is an important role of the Alabama Emergency Management Agency and FEMA, which assigns such tasks to the Corps. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 25, 2011 -- The U. S. Army Corps of ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Birmingham Fire Station #18 Production Date: 06/25/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , June 25, 2011 -- The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers turned over the keys to ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bayboro, N. C. , August 29, 2011 -- Residents begin the cleanup after Hurricane Irene knocked down trees and powerlines. FEMA and State officials are doing preliminary damage assessments to determine the extent of the storm damage. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bayboro, N. C. , August 29, 2011 -- Residen...

The original database describes this as: Title: Residents begin cleanup in North Carolina Production Date: 08/29/2011 Caption: Bayboro, N. C. , August 29, 2011 -- Residents begin the cleanup after Hurricane ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Tornado - Columbia, N. C. , August 31, 2011 -- Friends and neighbors help find belongings after a tornado that spawned from Hurricane Irene destoyed this mobile home. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Tornado - Columbia, N. C. , August 31, 2011...

The original database describes this as: Title: Survivors search for belongings after Irene Production Date: 08/31/2011 Caption: Columbia, N. C. , August 31, 2011 -- Friends and neighbors help find belonging... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rodanthe, N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- FEMA and state community relations specialists place a registration sign near the ferry dock where residents and survivors enter and leave the Outer Banks. Getting survivors to register for disaster assistance is one of the main goals of community relations . FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rodanthe, N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- FEMA...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community relations teams canvas the Outer Banks Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: Rodanthe, N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- FEMA and state community relations... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Damaged homes and cars mark the path of Hurricane Sandy's flood waters. Impacted residents are recovering with help from neighbors, volunteers, and FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Damaged homes and cars mark the ...

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

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Habitat for Humanity is building 2 new homes for tornado survivors. Jewish and Muslim NYU student and staff volunteer at the job site working side-by-side. FEMA funding and coordination with volunteer agencies help make cooperation like this possible. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Habitat for Humanity is ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Student Volunteers work together to help survivors Production Date: 01/17/2012 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Habitat for Humanity is building 2 ... More

Tornado - West Liberty, Ky. , March 14, 2012 -- Louis Sohn, FEMA Public Information Officer, interviews volunteers from Arkansas that came to help survivors, doing everything from cleanup to repairs. FEMA coordinates with volunteer agencies to get help where it's needed most. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Tornado - West Liberty, Ky. , March 14, 2012 -- Louis Sohn, FEMA Publi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteer Organizations Help in Kentucky Production Date: 03/14/2012 Caption: West Liberty, Ky. , March 14, 2012 -- Louis Sohn, FEMA Public Information Officer... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Atlanta, Ga. , May 9, 2012 -- An Americorps representative speaks to area high school students at the Jimmy Carter Library. FEMA Corps is an historic collaboration which will create a new unit of AmeriCorps' National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) whose members will be devoted solely to FEMA disaster response, and recovery efforts. Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Emergency Planning and Security - Atlanta, Ga. , May 9, 2012 -- An Ame...

The original database describes this as: Title: Americorps Participates in Federal Open House Production Date: 05/09/2012 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , May 9, 2012 -- An Americorps representative speaks to area hi... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 24, 2012 -- These forklift operators are loading meals onto a truck at the Atlanta Distribution Center to be shipped closer to areas that may be impacted by Tropical Storm Isaac. FEMA moves commodities and equipment before the storm arrives to ensure quick delivery after the storm has passed. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 24, 2012 -- These forkl...

The original database describes this as: Title: Preparations for Tropical Storm Isaac underway Production Date: 08/24/2012 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 24, 2012 -- These forklift operators are loading meals ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hancock County, Miss. , Sep. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Terry Quarles is interviewed after a press conference held in a storm shelter at a County High School. FEMA is assisting the state with disaster assistance and recovery efforts after Isaac. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hancock County, Miss. , Sep. 4, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Federal Coordinating Officer has interview with local reporter Production Date: 09/04/2012 Caption: Hancock County, Miss. , Sep. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordi... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano, along with the Mayor and other local officials tour Smithville, MS, a small community hit hard by an F5 tornado April 27th. The remains of the Police department are in the background. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- DHS Secretary Janet Napo...

The original database describes this as: Title: DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano tours Smithville, Ms. Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano, a... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 24, 2011 -- Small Business Administration (SBA) Public Affairs Director Michael Lampton discusses final details with Alana Chavez before taping a Public Service Announcement encouraging survivors of the April 27th tornado to register with FEMA and the SBA. Many people do not realize the SBA offers loan assistance to individuals as well as businesses after disasters. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 24, 2011 -- Small Business Administr...

The original database describes this as: Title: Small Business Administration one of many Federal Partners in Alabama Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , May 24, 2011 -- Small Business A... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Waveland, Miss. , August 21, 2010 -- Street, sidewalk, and sewer repairs to Coleman Ave. are nearing completion thanks to FEMA and CDBG money. Hurricane Katrina caused substantial damage to the area. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Waveland, Miss. , August 21, 2010 -- Stree...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mississippi town gets new streets and sewers. Production Date: 08/21/2010 Caption: Waveland, Miss. , August 21, 2010 -- Street, sidewalk, and sewer repairs to... More

Tornado - Concord, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- A survivor of the April 27th tornado takes the first step of applying for assistance by registering with FEMA at the Concord Disaster Recovery Center. FEMA Photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Concord, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- A survivor of the April 27th...

The original database describes this as: Title: Survivor registers with FEMA at Concord, AL.Diaster Recovery Center Production Date: 05/04/2011 Caption: Concord, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- A survivor of the Apri... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Deputy Richard Serino and HHS Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response Dr. Nicole Lurie view the destruction of the Tuscaloosa Emergency Management Agency, which was completely destroyed by the April 27th tornado. FEMA Photo /Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Deputy Richard Serino...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tuscaloosa Emergency Management Agency building completely destroyed Production Date: 05/06/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Deputy Richard... More

Tornado - Selma, Ala. , May 7, 2011 -- The first of many mobile homes is prepared for transfer to residents of Hackleburg, AL. who lost their homes to the April 27 tornadoes. FEMA Photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Selma, Ala. , May 7, 2011 -- The first of many mobile homes ...

The original database describes this as: Title: First mobile home prepared for Hackleburg tornado survivors Production Date: 05/07/2011 Caption: Selma, Ala. , May 7, 2011 -- The first of many mobile homes is... More

Tornado - Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 8, 2011 -- FEMA coordinates with private sector partners to help simplify and speed up the recovery process for storm survivors. This mobile insurance center is in the disaster area for easy access for Phil Campbell residents. FEMA Photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 8, 2011 -- FEMA coordinates with p...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA coordinates with private sector partners in Alabama Production Date: 05/08/2011 Caption: Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 8, 2011 -- FEMA coordinates with privat... More

Tornado - Coker, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- This truckload of debris from Tuscaloosa is one of many more to come from the devasted area hit by the tornado in April. The debris is sorted into piles on-site and picked up by trucks and dumped in an approved landfill. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Coker, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- This truckload of debris from ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Trucks removing debris in Alabama Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Coker, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- This truckload of debris from Tuscaloosa is one of many mo... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- City workers search for a clogged sewer line amidst the destroyed homes in Tuscaloosa. Getting utilities working and cleanup of debris are still priorities here. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- City workers search for a...

The original database describes this as: Title: City workers search for utilities in Tuscaloosa Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- City workers search for a clogged sewer... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 17, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist (CR) Erthel Hines answers questions from a survivor about the registration process while out canvassing the neighborhood. CR is going door-to door in communities to encourage people to register, pass out flyers, and answer questions about the process. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 17, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations is going door-to door in communities in Alabama Production Date: 05/17/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , May 17, 2011 -- FEMA Community Rel... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , June 18, 2011 -- Residents are rebuilding their homes less than two months after the devastating tornado flattened a large part of the town. Operation Clean Sweep helped get rid of the debris so rebuilding could move forward. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , June 18, 2011 -- Residents are rebuil...

The original database describes this as: Title: Residents rebuilding their homes in Pleasant Grove, Ala. Production Date: 06/18/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , June 18, 2011 -- Residents are rebuilding ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Columbia, N. C. , August 31, 2011 -- National Guard troops pass out ice to survivors still without power after Hurricane Irene left thousands in the dark. Many federal partners work together to help in disaster recovery efforts. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Columbia, N. C. , August 31, 2011 -- Nation...

The original database describes this as: Title: National Guard still helping survivors in North Carolina Production Date: 08/31/2011 Caption: Columbia, N. C. , August 31, 2011 -- National Guard troops pass o... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- A table set up at the volunteer fire station by FEMA and state community realtions specialists allows survivors to get information after they have a lunch provided by the Salvation Army. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- A table set up...

The original database describes this as: Title: State and FEMA community relations team up in North Carolina Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- A table set up at the volunteer ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rodanthe, N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- The private sector helps in the recovery after disaters by getting services to survivors. Providing phone and internet allows residents to register with FEMA for disaster assistance. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rodanthe, N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- The ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Phone and internet available for survivors on the Outer Banks Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: Rodanthe, N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- The private sector he... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- This home was swept off of its foundation from 5 feet of storm surge during the hurricane in August. FEMA has been assessing the damage and assisting survivors from the disaster. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: North Carolina resident expresses their thoughts on Hurricane Irene Production Date: 09/13/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- This home was sw... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2012 -- These boats and dozens more were swept onshore by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with various partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community ΓÇôbased organizations, along with the private sector, to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2012 -- These boats and dozens more were...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Jewish and Muslim NYU student volunteers take a short break at a job site where 2 new homes are being built for tornado survivors. FEMA funding and coordination with volunteer agencies helped make this happen. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Jewish and Muslim NYU st...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers make a difference in Pratt City, Alabama Production Date: 01/17/2012 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Jewish and Muslim NYU student volu... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Nearly nine months after the deadly tornadoes struck the Southeast, rebuilding is still occurring. Habitat for Humanity and Jewish and Muslim NYU student volunteers at a job site where 2 new homes are being built. FEMA funding and coordination with volunteer agencies helped make this happen. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Nearly nine months after...

The original database describes this as: Title: Faith-Based Organizations come together to rebuild Alabama Production Date: 01/17/2012 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Nearly nine months after th... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - McMinn County, Tenn. , March 20, 2012 -- Community Relations Specialists Dorothy Wright and Michael Gann of FEMA and David Tindell of the State of Tennessee canvass hard hit areas in McMinn and Polk counties to meet with survivors of the March tornado. FEMA and State representatives are on the ground getting information about registration and disaster assistance to residents. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - McMinn County, Tenn. , March 20, 2012 -- Comm...

The original database describes this as: Title: Getting the registration message out in McMinn County, Tn Production Date: 03/20/2012 Caption: McMinn County, Tenn. , March 20, 2012 -- Community Relations Spe... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Atlanta, Ga. , May 7, 2012 -- FEMA Region IV Grants Management Division trains on a proven Lean-Six Sigma process improvement methodology. Training like this helps ensure better customer service and saves the government money. Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Emergency Planning and Security - Atlanta, Ga. , May 7, 2012 -- FEMA R...

The original database describes this as: Title: Training given on Lean-Six Sigma Process Improvement Production Date: 05/07/2012 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , May 7, 2012 -- FEMA Region IV Grants Management Divisi... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 26, 2012 -- As FEMA Region IV prepares for Tropical Storm Isaac, the various Emergency Support Functions (ESF) activate. The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers are part of ESF#3, public works and engineering. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 26, 2012 -- As FEMA Reg...

The original database describes this as: Title: Emergency Support Functions called into Region IV Response Coordination Center Production Date: 08/26/2012 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 26, 2012 -- As FEMA Reg... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Region IV Response Division Director Ginger Edwards is interviewed by an Atlanta television reporter to explain the measures being taken by FEMA and its federal partners to support the states that wil be impacted by Tropical Storm Isaac. . FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Region...

The original database describes this as: Title: Atlanta media interview officials at the Regional Response Coordination Center Production Date: 08/26/2012 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Region... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Red Cross personnel help survivors at a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Staten Island to help those impacted by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA and the SBA are also at the DRC to help with disaster assistance registration. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Red Cross personnel help survivo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Long Beach, Miss. , August 19, 2010 -- Construction of the City Hall complex is nearing completion in Downtown Long Beach. FEMA funding is helping with rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina. Photo by Tim Burkitt /FEMA photo

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Long Beach, Miss. , August 19, 2010 -- Cons...

The original database describes this as: Title: City Hall complex in Long Beach, MS nearing completion Production Date: 08/19/2010 Caption: Long Beach, Miss. , August 19, 2010 -- Construction of the City Hal... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Waveland, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- The new Waveland Elementary School. The old school was severely damaged by Hurricane Katrina. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Waveland, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- The ne...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mississippi opens new elementary school Production Date: 08/22/2010 Caption: Waveland, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- The new Waveland Elementary School. The old s... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Waveland, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- he first revitalized public housing property in Hancock County since Hurricane Katrina has opened. Oak Haven was funded partly through $5. 4 billion in federal Community Development Block Grant funds. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Waveland, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- he fi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Public Housing opens in Waveland Mississippi Production Date: 08/22/2010 Caption: Waveland, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- he first revitalized public housing pro... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Gulfport, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- The recently opened West Harrison High School. A $9 million grant was awarded to West Harrison High to build a steel and concrete reinforced storm shelter that will provide near absolute protection for more than 2,000 people in the event of a hurricane or tornado. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Gulfport, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- The r...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mississippi town gets new High School and storm shelter Production Date: 08/22/2010 Caption: Gulfport, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- The recently opened West Har... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Ocean Springs, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The new St. Martin High School was built with some funds provided by FEMA for Hurricane Katrina recovery. The school also serves as a Hurricane shelter for local residents. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

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

The original database describes this as: Title: St. Martin High School opens in Misissippi Production Date: 08/25/2010 Caption: Ocean Springs, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The new St. Martin High School was bu... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Biloxi, Miss. , August 27, 2010 -- FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate meets with Jackson County Board President Mike Mangum at the Ms. Coastal Colliseum. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Biloxi, Miss. , August 27, 2010 -- FEMA Adm...

The original database describes this as: Title: Administrator W. Craig Fugate meets with Mississippi Local Officials Production Date: 08/27/2010 Caption: Biloxi, Miss. , August 27, 2010 -- FEMA Administrator... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pass Christian, Miss. , August 28, 2010 -- Fireman lay the wreath to remember those lost at the 'Katrina Remembered' 5th Anniversary at War Memorial Park. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pass Christian, Miss. , August 28, 2010 -- ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hurricane Katrina remembered along the Mississippi Gulf Coast Production Date: 08/28/2010 Caption: Pass Christian, Miss. , August 28, 2010 -- Fireman lay the ... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Atlanta, Ga. , April 19, 2011 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate speaks with John Ingargiola of the Mitigation Directorate at the FEMA Exhibit during the 2011 National Hurricane Conference. FEMA photo by Tim Burkitt

Emergency Planning and Security - Atlanta, Ga. , April 19, 2011 -- FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate at the FEMA Exhibit Production Date: 04/19/2011 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , April 19, 2011 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate speak... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A survivor of the devasting tornado in Smithville MS registers with FEMA as the first step toward getting assistance for recovery. The Disaster Recovery Center also has The Small Business Administration, and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) to make the process easier for applicants. Tents were used here because of a lack of suitable buildings due to the storm destruction. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A survivor of the devasti...

The original database describes this as: Title: Survivors register with FEMA in Smithville, Mississippi Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A survivor of the devasting tor... More

Tornado - Selma, Ala. , May 7, 2011 -- FEMA truck prepares to transfer mobile home which will serve as temporary housing for a resident of Hackleburg, AL. severely impacted by the April 27 tornadoes. FEMA Photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Selma, Ala. , May 7, 2011 -- FEMA truck prepares to transfer...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mobile homes deploy to assist tornado survivors in Alabama Production Date: 05/07/2011 Caption: Selma, Ala. , May 7, 2011 -- FEMA truck prepares to transfer mo... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- FEMA is still working to get survivors registered more than 2 weeks after the tornadoes slammed the southeast. This billboard is getting the registration number out to people in Tuscaloosa and is donated by Lamar Billboards, a private sector partner. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- FEMA is still working to...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA billboards help get the registration message out in Alabama Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- FEMA is still working... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 17, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist (CR) Erthel Hines hangs a flyer explaining how to register with FEMA while out canvassing the neighborhood. CR is going door-to door in communities to encourage people to register, pass out flyers, and answer questions about the process. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 17, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA canvasses neighborhoods in Alabama Production Date: 05/17/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , May 17, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist (CR) Erthel... More

Tornado - Phil Cambell, Ala. , May 25, 2011 -- A mobile home provided by FEMA now sits on the lot where the survivors house formerly stood. These units are one of the options FEMA uses for temporary housing for disaster survivors. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Phil Cambell, Ala. , May 25, 2011 -- A mobile home provided ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Temporary housing placed on survivors lot after tornado Production Date: 05/25/2011 Caption: Phil Cambell, Ala. , May 25, 2011 -- A mobile home provided by FEM... More

Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , June 8, 2011 -- Debris removal is one of the priorities in Cordova, AL so that homeowners and businesses can start to rebuild. FEMA is funding 90 percent of debris removal in Alabama. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , June 8, 2011 -- Debris removal is one of the...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cordova debris removal Production Date: 06/08/2011 Caption: Cordova, Ala. , June 8, 2011 -- Debris removal is one of the priorities in Cordova, AL so that home... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 10, 2011 -- A FEMA mitigation specialist and Lowe's Store Manager Steven Gray review the plans for a ' DAWG HAUS' demonstration, which is the acronym for a building method that helps structures withstand high winds. FEMA works with the private sector to get resources out to disaster survivors as they continue to rebuild their homes and businesses. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 10, 2011 -- A FEMA mitigation specia...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado-resistant building demonstration Production Date: 06/10/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 10, 2011 -- A FEMA mitigation specialist and Lowe's Store... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , June 18, 2011 -- Operation Clean Sweep is in full gear helping residents get rid of the storm debris so that rebuilding can begin. FEMA and the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers have partnered on the Operation Clean Sweep program. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , June 18, 2011 -- Operation Clean Sweep is...

The original database describes this as: Title: Operation Clean Sweep progressing in Pratt City, Ala. Production Date: 06/18/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , June 18, 2011 -- Operation Clean Sweep is in full... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Tornado - Columbia, N. C. , August 31, 2011 -- Peggy Mcclese shows where she crawled out from beneath the remains of her trailer home after a tornado spawned from Hurricane Irene blew it 40 feet off the foundation. FEMA is encouraging survivors to register for disaster assistance. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Tornado - Columbia, N. C. , August 31, 2011...

The original database describes this as: Title: Survivor thankful to be alive after Irene Production Date: 08/31/2011 Caption: Columbia, N. C. , August 31, 2011 -- Peggy Mcclese shows where she crawled out f... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Raleigh, N. C. , September 8, 2011 -- FEMA Video specialist Willis Boyd captures Disabilities Integration Specialist Mike Houston making an American Sign Language PSA. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Raleigh, N. C. , September 8, 2011 -- FEMA ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Producing an American Sign Language PSA. Production Date: 09/08/2011 Caption: Raleigh, N. C. , September 8, 2011 -- FEMA Video specialist Willis Boyd captures ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 14, 2011 -- FEMA Public Information Officer Renee Bafalis is interviewed by a local television station about the Community Relations coverage of the area. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 14, 2011 -- FEMA ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Local media interview FEMA Public Information Officer Production Date: 09/14/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 14, 2011 -- FEMA Public Information Office... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2012 -- The TS Kennedy, a maritime academy training ship is moored in New York and serving as a home for 400 DHS volunteers. A provision in the 2006 Post-Katrina Act authorized DHS to create a surge capacity force (SCF) of federal employees to augment a catastrophic disaster response. The force was activated to help with Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2012 -- The TS Kennedy, a maritime academ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- The beach walk is closed as heavy equipment and trucks handle storm debris from Breezy Point. The U.S Army Corps of Engineers coordinates debris removal operations, and FEMA helps fund it through the public assistance program. FEMA/ Tim Burkitt

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- The beach walk is closed as heavy...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Breezy Point, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hur... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships are critical in rebuilding communities after disasters. Jewish and Muslim NYU students and staff volunteer at a job site where 2 new homes are being built. FEMA works with volunteer agencies to help make scenes like this possible. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Faith-based and Neighbor...

The original database describes this as: Title: Lending a helping hand in Alabama Production Date: 01/17/2012 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , Jan. 17, 2012 -- Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships are critic... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Harrison, Tenn. , March 19, 2012 -- A pile of debris is all that is left of this home after the March 2nd tornado. Many homes were destroyed in this neighborhood, and FEMA is offering assistance to affected residents in ten Tennessee counties. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Harrison, Tenn. , March 19, 2012 -- A pile of...

The original database describes this as: Title: Home completely destroyed in Harrison, Tn. Production Date: 03/19/2012 Caption: Harrison, Tenn. , March 19, 2012 -- A pile of debris is all that is left of thi... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Etowah, Tenn. , March 20, 2012 -- FEMA's Julia Hall and TEMA's Roger Thompson go over details on setting up a Disaster Recovery Center with McMinn County Emergency Manager Linda Hamby. Having Disaster Recovery Centers up and running quickly to help survivors is a priority after a disaster has been declared. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Etowah, Tenn. , March 20, 2012 -- FEMA's Juli...

The original database describes this as: Title: Setting up Disaster Recovery Centers Production Date: 03/20/2012 Caption: Etowah, Tenn. , March 20, 2012 -- FEMA's Julia Hall and TEMA's Roger Thompson go over... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Chattanooga, Tenn. , March 23, 2012 -- A storm survivor speaks with a representative from the Small Business Administration at a Disaster Recovery Center. The Small Business Administration gives loans to businesses and individuals after declared disasters. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Chattanooga, Tenn. , March 23, 2012 -- A stor...

The original database describes this as: Title: Small Business Administration helps individuals after disasters Production Date: 03/23/2012 Caption: Chattanooga, Tenn. , March 23, 2012 -- A storm survivor sp... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 24, 2012 -- FEMA is loading trucks with water, meals and generators at the Atlanta Distribution Center to be shipped closer to areas that may be impacted by Tropical Storm Isaac. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 24, 2012 -- FEMA is loa...

The original database describes this as: Title: Shipping commodities ahead of tropical Storm Isaac Production Date: 08/24/2012 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 24, 2012 -- FEMA is loading trucks with water, meal... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Region IV Incident Management Assistance Team leaves for Alabama before the arrival of Tropical Storm Isaac. IMAT teams provide situational awareness for federal and state decision-makers crucial to determining the level and type of immediate federal support that may be required. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Region...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Region IV Incident Management Assistance Team heads for Alabama Production Date: 08/26/2012 Caption: Atlanta, Ga. , Aug. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Region IV Incide... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Picayune, Miss. , Aug. 31, 2012 -- Employees of an animal hospital move equipment out before the rising water gets too high. FEMA is in Mississippi in support of the state to help survivors recover from Isaac. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Picayune, Miss. , Aug. 31, 2012 ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooding from Isaac In Mississippi Production Date: 08/31/2012 Caption: Picayune, Miss. , Aug. 31, 2012 -- Employees of an animal hospital move equipment out b... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hancock County, Miss. , Sep. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate does an interviews with local media after a press conference. FEMA is supporting Mississippi with the recovery efforts after Hurricane Isaac. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hancock County, Miss. , Sep. 4, 2012 -- FEM...

The original database describes this as: Title: Administrator Fugate does an interview with a local reporter Production Date: 09/04/2012 Caption: Hancock County, Miss. , Sep. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator W.... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- A survivor begins the registration process for help with the loss of his business with the Small Business Administration (SBA) at the Tuscaloosa Disaster Recovery Center. Getting registered is the first step that survivors in need must do to get the help from state and federal agencies. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- A survivor begins the regi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Alabama Disaster Recovery Center is helping survivors Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- A survivor begins the registration... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St. Louis, Miss. , August 19, 2010 --- Mayor Les Fillingame addresses the crowd at the ribbon cutting ceremony of Fire Station #1 in Bay St. Louis. The station was rebuilt to FEMA 361 standards after the original was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St. Louis, Miss. , August 19, 2010 --- ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Ribbon cutting ceremony of Fire Station #1 in Bay St. Louis. Production Date: 08/19/2010 Caption: Bay St. Louis, Miss. , August 19, 2010 --- Mayor Les Fillinga... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Biloxi, Miss. , August 19, 2010 -- The front elevation rendering for the Jefferson Davis Presidential Library. Construction continues with help from FEMA funds. The house and grounds were heavily damaged by Hurricane Katrina. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Biloxi, Miss. , August 19, 2010 -- The fron...

The original database describes this as: Title: A rendering and sign for the Jefferson Davis Presidential Library in Biloxi Production Date: 08/19/2010 Caption: Biloxi, Miss. , August 19, 2010 -- The front e... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Long Beach, Miss. , August 19, 2010 -- Long Beach, Ms. , August 19, 2010 - Construction continues on Harper McCaughan Elementary School. The school is being rebuilt after damage from Hurricane Katrina. Photo by Tim Burkitt /FEMA photo

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Long Beach, Miss. , August 19, 2010 -- Long...

The original database describes this as: Title: A School being rebuilt in Mississippi Production Date: 08/19/2010 Caption: Long Beach, Miss. , August 19, 2010 -- Long Beach, Ms. , August 19, 2010 - Construct... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St Louis, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- Bay St Louis, Ms. , August 22, 2010 - Shot of the newly renovated library which was heavily damaged by Hurricane Katrina. Repairs financed with help from $590,729 in FEMA/MEMA Public Assistance funds. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St Louis, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- Ba...

The original database describes this as: Title: Renovated Library opens in Mississippi town Production Date: 08/22/2010 Caption: Bay St Louis, Miss. , August 22, 2010 -- Bay St Louis, Ms. , August 22, 2010 -... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Ocean Springs, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Fort Maurepaus 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: Ft. Maurepas Beach park new Pavillion in Mississippi Production Date: 08/25/2010 Caption: Ocean Springs, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Fort Maurepaus beach pa... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St. Louis, Miss. , August 27, 2010 --- FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate discusses issues with MEMA Director Mike Womack and other Hancock county officials at the new Bay St Louis Fire station. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bay St. Louis, Miss. , August 27, 2010 --- ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Administrator W. Craig Fugate at meets with local Mississippi officials Production Date: 08/27/2010 Caption: Bay St. Louis, Miss. , August 27, 2010 --- FEMA Ad... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 --A damaged Hackleburg Church serves as a Red Cross disaster relief center for tornado survivors. Organizations like the Red Cross are an important part of the recovery process after disasters. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 --A damaged Hackleburg Churc...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Hackleburg Church serves as a Red Cross disaster relief center Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 --A damaged Hackleb... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- Volunteers have come to help tornado survivors clean up their properties. These volunteers used the Volunteer Organizations / Active in Disasters (VOAD) to find out where survivors were in need. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- Volunteers have come to h...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteer Organizations / Active in Disasters (VOAD) find survivors in need Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- Volunteers ... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 21, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist (CR) Mike Hall answers questions at Do Dah Days, a community celebration. CR attends events like this to reach as many people as possible. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 21, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations attends events in Alabama Production Date: 05/21/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , May 21, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 27, 2011 -- Debris comes from many sources after a tornado. The bags contain soil contaminated with oil from damaged electrical transformers and are disposed of as hazardous waste. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 27, 2011 -- Debris comes from ma...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hazardous waste disposal part of the storm debris challenge Production Date: 05/27/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 27, 2011 -- Debris comes from many... More

Tornado - Concord, Ala. , May 30, 2011 -- This area in Concord was completely covered with fallen trees and debris from homes just a week ago. Debris removal and clearing of land for rebuilding is progressing here a month after the devastating tornado. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Concord, Ala. , May 30, 2011 -- This area in Concord was co...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris removal progressing in Concord, Al. Production Date: 05/30/2011 Caption: Concord, Ala. , May 30, 2011 -- This area in Concord was completely covered wi... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , June 7, 2011 -- Congressman Bennie Thompson (left) of Mississippi, Chairman of the Homeland Security Committee, speaks at a community meeting held at the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church of North Pratt. Phil Parr of FEMA and Alana Chavez of the Small Business Administration were on hand to answer questions about the disaster assistance process. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , June 7, 2011 -- Congressman Bennie Thomps...

The original database describes this as: Title: Congressman Bennie Thompson speaks at Pratt City church Production Date: 06/07/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , June 7, 2011 -- Congressman Bennie Thompson (le... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 9, 2011 -- A worker begins demolishing the damaged remains of a home in Tuscaloosa. The material will be seperated into categories and put near the curb for removal as part of Operation Clean Sweep. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 9, 2011 -- A worker begins demolishi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Operation Clean Sweep continues in Tuscaloosa Production Date: 06/09/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 9, 2011 -- A worker begins demolishing the damaged r... More

Tornado - Montgomery, Ala. , June 22, 2011 -- The first meeting of Gov. Robert Bentley's Long-Term Community Recovery Partnership. The Alabama Department of Community Affairs and the Federal Emergency Management Agency are leading the effort. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Montgomery, Ala. , June 22, 2011 -- The first meeting of Gov...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Tim Burkitt taken on 06/22/2011 in Alabama Production Date: 06/22/2011 Caption: Montgomery, Ala. , June 22, 2011 -- The first meeting of Gov. Rob... More

Tornado - Montgomery, Ala. , June 22, 2011 -- Federal Disaster Recovery Coordinator Albie Lewis answers questions from a local reporter after the first meeting of Gov. Robert Bentley's Long-Term Community Recovery Partnership. The Alabama Department of Community Affairs and the Federal Emergency Management Agency are leading the effort. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Montgomery, Ala. , June 22, 2011 -- Federal Disaster Recover...

The original database describes this as: Title: Long-Term Community Recovery Partnership conference held in Al. Production Date: 06/22/2011 Caption: Montgomery, Ala. , June 22, 2011 -- Federal Disaster Recov... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Morehead City, N. C. , September 7, 2011 -- This mitigation outreach exhibit at Lowe's gives free information on rebuilding safely, flood insurance, and storm preparations. . FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Morehead City, N. C. , September 7, 2011 --...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mitigation outreach exhibits in North Carolina Production Date: 09/07/2011 Caption: Morehead City, N. C. , September 7, 2011 -- This mitigation outreach exhibi... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Swan Quarter, N. C. , September 10, 2011 -- This volunteer has traveled from Grand Rapids, Michigan to help remove downed trees for Irene survivors. Faith-based volunteer organizations are an important part of the recovery effort. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Swan Quarter, N. C. , September 10, 2011 --...

The original database describes this as: Title: Michigan volunteers help Irene survivors in North Carolina Production Date: 09/10/2011 Caption: Swan Quarter, N. C. , September 10, 2011 -- This volunteer has ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Halifax, N. C. , September 12, 2011 -- This tree destroyed a car and severely damaged the home of a survivor of Hurricane Irene. Many people still need help removing fallen trees from their property, and FEMA helps coordinate volunteer groups that can help with this type of work. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Halifax, N. C. , September 12, 2011 -- This...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tree damage still evident in Halifax North Carolina Production Date: 09/12/2011 Caption: Halifax, N. C. , September 12, 2011 -- This tree destroyed a car and s... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Maj. Gen. Michael J. Walsh (in fatigues, right) views U.S. Army Corps of Engineers debris removal operations in Breezy Point. General Walsh is responsible for emergency response missions for civil disasters and FEMA support. FEMA/ Tim Burkitt

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Maj. Gen. Michael J. Walsh (in fa...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Breezy Point, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Flo... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 13, 2012 -- Mountains of debris left from Hurricane Sandy are getting hauled away. FEMA is helping states impacted by Hurricane Sandy with disaster assistance funding. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 13, 2012 -- Mountains of debris left from Hu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Fl... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2012 -- Doug Craft talks to a customer at a local Costco about disaster assistance. Doug is in the Coast Guard and is a volunteer for the DHS Surge Capacity force, and is helping FEMA with community outreach for Hurricane Sandy. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2012 -- Doug Craft talks to a customer a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

Tornado - West Liberty, Ky. , March 12, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations specialists are canvassing storm-damaged areas spreading the word on how to register for disaster assistance. This store was destroyed during the tornado on March 2nd. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Tornado - West Liberty, Ky. , March 12, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relatio...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations in Kentucky Production Date: 03/12/2012 Caption: West Liberty, Ky. , March 12, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations specialists are canvas... More

Tornado - Harrison, Tenn. , March 19, 2012 -- Trees and wind destroyed this home during the March 2nd tornado. FEMA and its federal partners are supporting the state to help with the recovery process. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Tornado - Harrison, Tenn. , March 19, 2012 -- Trees and wind destroyed...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado Damage in Harrison, Tennessee Production Date: 03/19/2012 Caption: Harrison, Tenn. , March 19, 2012 -- Trees and wind destroyed this home during the Ma... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - McMinn County, Tenn. , March 20, 2012 -- Michael Gann, Community Relations Specialists, leaves a registration information flyer at a damaged residence. FEMA and State representatives are on the ground giving information about registration and disaster assistance to residents. Photo by Tim Burkitt/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - McMinn County, Tenn. , March 20, 2012 -- Mich...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Specialists Visiting Residents Production Date: 03/20/2012 Caption: McMinn County, Tenn. , March 20, 2012 -- Michael Gann, Community Relati... More

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