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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] New Orleans, March 2, 2007 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Sam Garcia talks with a resident in a tornado devastated neighborhood about FEMA registration number and assistance available. Many of the victims of the mid February tornadoes were residing in FEMA trailers at their residential sites while repairing their homes taht were damaged during Katrina. FEMA photo by Anita Westervelt

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] New Orleans, March 2, 2007 -- FEMA Commu...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] GREENSBURG, KS, 5-7-07 --- A large number of residents of Greensburg capitalized on telephone banks, provided by FEMA next to the town's courthouse, and applied for state and federal assistance for losses from Friday's powerful tornado that destroyed most of the town. FEMA Photo by Michael Raphael

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] GREENSBURG, KS, 5-7-07 --- A ...

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Tornado - Greensburg, Kan. , May 7, 2007 -- After meeting with local officials and touring the devastated city, federal and state officials addressed the press. (From the left): Dick Hainje, Regional Administrator, Angee Morgan, State Coordinating Officer; Steve Hewitt, City Administrator; Administrator Paulison; Representative Todd Tiahrt; Kansas Adjutant General Todd Bunting: Representative Jerry Moran whose district includes Greensburg; Senator Sam Brownback; Governor Kathleen Sebelius. FEMA/Crystal Payton

Tornado - Greensburg, Kan. , May 7, 2007 -- After meeting with local o...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA and local Officials speak at a press conference in Kansas Production Date: 05/07/2007 Caption: Greensburg, Kan. , May 7, 2007 -- After meeting with local ... More

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Greensburg, KS May 19, 2007 - Twice-daily incident command briefings in the FEMA Emergency Operations Center keep relief organizations and government officials updated on progress. Representatives of sixteen agencies are cooperating in the recovery effort from the May 4 tornado. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Greensburg, KS May 19, 2007 ...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Greensburg, KS May 23, 2007 - Public Works employees take down what was left of a home, nineteen days after an F5 tornado destroyed most of the town. The debris will removed to the local dump by the end of the day. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Greensburg, KS May 23, 2007 ...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Greensburg, KS May 23, 2007 - A bulldozer levels the burning debris of the homes and buildings destroyed by on May 4 by the F5 tornado. Three burning pits have already opened, and more are will be necessary. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Greensburg, KS May 23, 2007 ...

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Tornado - Greensburg, Kan. , July 11, 2007 -- A row of units fill a corner of a block in devastated Greensburg. These temporary housing units were used by FEMA staff working full time in Greensburg. FEMA/Crystal Payton

Tornado - Greensburg, Kan. , July 11, 2007 -- A row of units fill a co...

The original database describes this as: Title: Living units lined up in Kansas Production Date: 07/11/2007 Caption: Greensburg, Kan. , July 11, 2007 -- A row of units fill a corner of a block in devastated ... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornado] Queens, NY, September 6, 2007 -- Angie Thompson and Partick Cornbill, FEMA community relations representatives, listen to Giovanna Reid, a Queens, NY community activist talk about the needs of the community which was devastated by flooding. Jennifer Manely, far right, a representative from the NYC mayor's office, listens to the conversation. FEMA is in the Queens, NY area due to flooding in August. Patsy Lynch/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornado] Queens, NY, September 6, 2007 ...

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[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornado] Brooklyn, NY, September 13, 2007 - - FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer, Marianne Jackson talks with media about disaster assistance available to Brooklyn residents affected by recent severe storms and flood. The Brooklyn FEMA Disaster Application Service Center (DASC) was opened in Brooklyn to assist homeowners and businesses recover from their losses due to the storms last August. Andrea Booher/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornado] Brooklyn, NY, September 13, 200...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Memphis, TN, 02/07/2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison, left and Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen talk to reporters in the Pinnacle hanger at the Memphis airport. Paulison was there to tour the damage from the recent tornado. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Memphis, TN, 02/07/2008 -- FEMA Administrator David Paulison talks to Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen and Philip Trenary, President and CEO of Pinnacle Airline Corp. in the Pinnacle hanger at the Memphis airport. Paulison was there to tour the damage from the recent tornado. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Polk County, AR, February 8, 2008 -- A home owner gets help from volunteers in saving items from her home. Her newly built house was totally destroyed by a tornado. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) works closely with volunteer agencies to provide much needed help in the immediate aftermath of a disaster. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Pope County, AR, February 8, 2008 -- Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe (r) thanks Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator R. David Paulison for FEMA's rapid response to the state's disaster. FEMA works through state and local officials when major help is needed. Arkansas was hit by a devastating tornado on Feb. 5th. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Castalian Springs, TN, February 11, 2008 -- FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Center provides telecommunication services for the FEMA DRC located in this church. Many residents of Sumner County were affected by recent severe storm and tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Thompkinsville, KY, March 2, 2008 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) Manager Jane Kennedy prepares a communication to send by FEMA Logistics Specialist Jerry Schauer who provides courier service to the Monroe County Disaster Recovery Center from the FEMA Joint Field Office in Lexington. FEMA is here due to severe storm and tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Thompkinsville, KY, March 2, 2008 -- FEMA Mitigation Specialist Jean Buzolits provides information to help this Monroe County resident rebuild their home to be more storm resistant. FEMA is here because several Kentucky counties were affected by tornado in early February. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Lexington, KY, March 3, 2008 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Manager (DRC) Vivian Barrios provides information to FEMA Community Relations (CR) Specialists Maureen Ivey and Miriam Stack prior to the DRC opening today. FEMA is here due to severe storm and tornado affecting Fayette and other KY counties. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Carlisle, KY, March 10, 2008 -- FEMA Community Relations(CR) Specialists in Nicholas County are going door to door to spread the word about FEMA disaster services and how to register to access them. FEMA is here because of February storms and tornado affecting this county and 14 others in Ky. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Central City, KY, March 12, 2008 -- FEMA Community Relations(CR) personnel speak with a State Transportation worker who is assisting with debris removal. CR workers go through disaster affected neighborhoods to provide information about FEMA and partners assistance programs and how to access them. FEMA is here due to recent storms and tornado affecting several KY counties. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] White Plains, KY, March 12, 2008 - The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) is now open in Hopkins County. FEMA is here because of severe storm and tornado which struck several Kentucky counties. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Atlanta, GA, March 20, 2008 -- Members of a Federal Emergency Agency (FEMA) Technical Assistance Contract (TAC) team the city owned Butler Park. TAC teams are made up of FEMA staff and skilled engineers, architects, and other specialists to evaluate damage to urban structures. Atlanta is recovering from the affects of a severe tornado which swept through the city center. FEMA aid will assist the municipality in rebuilding through Public Assistance grants. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Atlanta, GA, March 20, 2008 -- Members ...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Cedartown, GA, March 27, 2008 -- Several organizations, both local and national, partner with FEMA, offering their services, providing information and assistance to applicants that register with FEMA and visit the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). This FEMA DRC in Cedartown serves both Polk and Floyd Counties in response to a disaster declaration made to assist in the recovery of damage losses incurred by individuals due to tornado. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Cedartown, GA, March 27, 2008 -- Several...

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Sufflok, VA, 5/01/08 -- Federal and state officials compare notes sfter conducting a preliminary damage assessment in the Hillpoint subdivision that was hit by a severe tornado a few days ago. Photo By: Liz Roll/FEMA

Sufflok, VA, 5/01/08 -- Federal and state officials compare notes sft...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 11, 2008 -- Vehicles were flipped and crushed and roofs were torn off house and other structures by a powerful tornado that tore through the area May 10. Michael Raphael/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 11, 2008 -- Vehicl...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 11, 2008 -- Cars were destroyed by a powerful tornado that swept through the area May 10. Michael Raphael/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 11, 2008 -- Cars w...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 11, 2008 -- Wreckage of a bridal shop and feed store, destroyed by a tornado May 10 that damaged other structures in the area. Michael Raphael/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Seneca, Missouri, May 11, 2008 -- Wrecka...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Granby, Missouri, May 12, 2008 -- A powerful tornado cut a swath 75 miles long May 10, from Oklahoma to Purdy, Missouri, uprooting trees, tossing cars, flattening houses including this home in Granby. Michael Raphael/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Granby, Missouri, May 12, 2008 -- A powe...

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Windsor, CO, May 22, 2008 -- A Mile-wide tornado tore through Windsor damaging and distroring many homes. Michael Rieger/FEMA

Windsor, CO, May 22, 2008 -- A Mile-wide tornado tore through Windsor ...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Windsor, Colorado, May 24, 2008 -- Red Cross Disaster Relief truck helps feed Volunteers; old Windsor High Schools friends who took the day off to help clean up the Tornado damage. Photo: Michael Rieger/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Windsor, Colorado, May 24, 2008 -- Red C...

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[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Manhattan, KS, June 12, 2008 -- Only a few walls of this University Heights house remain standing after a June 11 F-4 tornado ripped through a hilltop residential area destroying 45 homes and leaving another 142 with major and minor damage. Photo by Anita Westervelt/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Manhattan, KS, June 12, 2008 ...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Little Sioux, IA, June 12, 2008 -- DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff, flanked by Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman (left) and Iowa Governor Chet Culver, expressed sympathy to the families of the four Boy Scouts killed yesterday by a tornado at the Little Sioux Scout Ranch in western Iowa. Secretary Chertoff also emphasized FEMA's role in providing aid tor the families who have been affected by the floods and tornadoes that have hit the Midwest since late May. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Little Sioux, IA, June 12, 20...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Parkersburg, IA, June 24, 2008 -- Members of the New Hope Christian Church in Marshalltown drove to Parkersburg to help with the cleanup from the May 25 tornado. Several church groups have been working in town almost every day, some from as far away as Minnesota. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Parkersburg, IA, June 24, 200...

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[Tropical Storm Fay] Barefoot Bay, FL, August 20, 2008 -- This residence was damaged by a tornado spawned by Tropical Storm Fay that touched down in Brevard County. Winds were strong enough to peel the roof back, yet there were no injuries. Barry Bahler/FEMA

[Tropical Storm Fay] Barefoot Bay, FL, August 20, 2008 -- This residen...

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Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Mena, Ark. , April 11, 2009 -- Nothing remains of a home and automobile destroyed by the crushing force of a large tree uprooted by an F3 tornado that swept the city of Mena on the evening of April 9. Widespread damage resulted from the passage of five documented tornadoes that affected several western Arkansas counties that night. FEMA Photo by Win Henderson

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Mena, Ark. , April 11, 2009 -- Nothing remain...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged home in Arkansas Production Date: 04/11/2009 Caption: Mena, Ark. , April 11, 2009 -- Nothing remains of a home and automobile destroyed by the crushing... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Mena, Ark. , April 12, 2009 -- The city of Mena's Clerk/Treasurer Regina Walker traces out on a city map the area that was raked by an F3 tornado on the evening of April 9. Several western Arkansas counties were struck by five documented tornadoes that caused widespread damage that Thursday evening. FEMA Photo by Win Henderson

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Mena, Ark. , April 12, 2009 -- The city of Me...

The original database describes this as: Title: City worker holds map of tornado damage area in Arkansas Production Date: 04/12/2009 Caption: Mena, Ark. , April 12, 2009 -- The city of Mena's Clerk/Treasurer... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Mena, Ark. , April 15, 2009 -- Mena, Ark. April 15, 2009 - Little remains of a commercial building, destroyed by an F3 tornado that struck the city on the evening of April 9, that once stood to the left of Mena's city hall. A number of commercial structures were affected by the storm that crossed the region that Thursday evening. FEMA Photo by Win Henderson

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Mena, Ark. , April 15, 2009 -- Mena, Ark. Apr...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado damage in Arkansas Production Date: 04/15/2009 Caption: Mena, Ark. , April 15, 2009 -- Mena, Ark. April 15, 2009 - Little remains of a commercial build... More

Flooding ^ Tornado - Waverly, Iowa, December 2, 2009 -- Dignitaries look on as children break ground for the new Waverly-Shellrock School to replace the one that was damaged during the 2008 floods. Iowa Recovery Center Director, Kay Phillips (far r) and FEMA Region VII Administrator, Beth Freeman (red coat) look on as the children take their first scoop of dirt. More than 10 million dollars in FEMA Public Assistance Grants are being used to fund the project. Vincent Clark/FEMA

Flooding ^ Tornado - Waverly, Iowa, December 2, 2009 -- Dignitaries lo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Groundbreaking for a school in Iowa Production Date: 12/02/2009 Caption: Waverly, Iowa, December 2, 2009 -- Dignitaries look on as children break ground for th... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Oklahoma City, Okla. , May 12, 2010 -- A Safe Room is shown just outside a destroyed home in the Oklahoma City area after the May 10 tornado outbreak. FEMA/Earl Armstrong

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Oklahoma City, Okla. , May 12, 2010 -- A Safe...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado destroyed home in Oklahoma Production Date: 05/12/2010 Caption: Oklahoma City, Okla. , May 12, 2010 -- A Safe Room is shown just outside a destroyed ho... More

Tornado - Oklahoma City, Okla. , May 12, 2010 -- Survivors of the May 10, 2010 tornado in the Oklahoma City area talk with a federal/state damage assessment team. FEMA/Earl Armstrong

Tornado - Oklahoma City, Okla. , May 12, 2010 -- Survivors of the May ...

The original database describes this as: Title: May 10 Survivors sign in Oklahoma Production Date: 05/12/2010 Caption: Oklahoma City, Okla. , May 12, 2010 -- Survivors of the May 10, 2010 tornado in the Okla... More

Tornado - Colerain, N. C. , April 18, 2011 -- Residents of Bertie County begin cleanup following a devasting tornado that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses throughout North Carolina on April 16, 2011. FEMA Preliminary Disaster Assessment Teams are visiting areas damaged or destroyed by the tornado. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Colerain, N. C. , April 18, 2011 -- Residents of Bertie Coun...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Responds to Tornado Damage in North Carolina Production Date: 04/18/2011 Caption: Colerain, N. C. , April 18, 2011 -- Residents of Bertie County begin cle... More

Tornado - Fuquay-Varina, N. C. , April 21, 2011 -- FEMA Public Information Officer Clint Williams explains the registration process to WQDR morning radio personality Marty Young before a radio show. FEMA is responding to severe storms and deadly tornadoes that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across North Carolina on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Fuquay-Varina, N. C. , April 21, 2011 -- FEMA Public Informa...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Registration Message on Local Radio Production Date: 04/21/2011 Caption: Fuquay-Varina, N. C. , April 21, 2011 -- FEMA Public Information Officer Clint Wi... More

Tornado - Fayetteville, N. C. , April 23, 2011 -- FEMA disaster recovery centers are set up to help survivors with their applications for assistance in Fayetteville, North Carolina following the deadly tornadoes and severe storms that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across North Carolina on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Fayetteville, N. C. , April 23, 2011 -- FEMA disaster recove...

The original database describes this as: Title: Fayetteville Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 04/23/2011 Caption: Fayetteville, N. C. , April 23, 2011 -- FEMA disaster recovery centers are set up to... More

Tornado - Raleigh, N. C. , April 26, 2011 -- FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Glen Sachtleben (R) answers questions during a press conference with North Carolina Governor Beverly Perdue at the Wake County disaster recovery center. FEMA is responding to severe storms and deadly tornadoes that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across North Carolina on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Raleigh, N. C. , April 26, 2011 -- FEMA Deputy Federal Coord...

The original database describes this as: Title: Governor Perdue Visits Raleigh Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 04/26/2011 Caption: Raleigh, N. C. , April 26, 2011 -- FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinatin... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center is operating in Smithville MS. Tents were used here because of a lack of suitable buildings due to the storm destruction. The Disaster Recovery Center also has The Small Business Administration, and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) to make the process easier for applicants. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A FEMA Disaster Recovery ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tents used for Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center is operating in... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 1, 2011 -- James Davis comforts his pet after rescuing him from the the rubble of his mother's home for four days in Pleasant Grove, AL. When natural disasters, such as severe storms and tornadoes, strike, the first responders include 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 1, 2011 -- James Davis comforts h...

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

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- The First Assembly of God was completely destroyed after a series of powerful tornadoes destroyed homes in the areas of rural Northeastern Alabama. 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 -- The First Assembly of ...

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

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Storm survivors are issued "Resident" Permits to allow them to get into their neighborhood to begin the process of recovery. National Guard and local police provide tight security to prevent looting of homes damaged by the catastrophic April tornado. FEMA resources have been requested and a Presidential Disaster Declaration has been done to make that happen. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

The original database describes this as: Title: Residents Return to Damaged Homes in Alabama Production Date: 05/02/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Storm survivors are issued "Resident" ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hueytown, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Alabama National Guard vehicles are parked after delivering personnel from the 1670th Transportation Unit to provide security in damaged areas. FEMA, the state, and the Department of Defense are partners in responding to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hueytown, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Alabama Nati...

The original database describes this as: Title: National Guard Vehicles at Disaster Site in Alabama Production Date: 05/04/2011 Caption: Hueytown, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Alabama National Guard vehicles are p... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hueytown, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Jefferson County personnel gather debris and power company contractors repair the April tornado damaged lines and poles as FEMA Public Information Officer Adam Dubrowa speaks with a county traffic control specialist. FEMA Public Assistance funds may pay a portion of costs for each of these repairs. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hueytown, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Jefferson Co...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris Pickup, Power Line Repair, and County Worker in Alabama Production Date: 05/04/2011 Caption: Hueytown, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Jefferson County personnel... More

Tornado - Ringgold, Ga. , May 5, 2011 -- The Ace Hardware store is wrapped in aluminum siding that flew through the air from the powerful tornado that struck Catoosa County on April 27, 2011. Judith Grafe/FEMA Photo

Tornado - Ringgold, Ga. , May 5, 2011 -- The Ace Hardware store is wra...

The original database describes this as: Title: Ringgold Hardware Store Damage Production Date: 05/05/2011 Caption: Ringgold, Ga. , May 5, 2011 -- The Ace Hardware store is wrapped in aluminum siding that fl... 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 - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Deputy Richard Serino, University of Alabama football All-American Javier Arenas, and Alabama EMA Director Art Faulkner view aerial shots of damaged areas in Tuscaloosa at the temporary Emergency Operations Center (EOC) located at the Alabama Fire College. The Tuscaloosa EOC was completely destroyed in the tornado. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

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

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Deputy Richard Serino and Alabama Football Star visit EOC Production Date: 05/06/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Deputy Richard Serin... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Double Springs, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate is providing an on camera interview to the Florida Baptist Relief organization. Other state and federal officials are also at the First Baptist Church to express appreciation to the Florida Baptist Disaster Relief Association which is helping their Alabama counterparts in recovery efforts for those affected in the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Double Springs, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Ad...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Administrator at Alabama Disaster Service Center Production Date: 05/06/2011 Caption: Double Springs, Ala. , May 6, 2011 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugat... More

Tornado - Rocky Mount, N. C. , May 7, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Mike Bolch and Deputy State Coordinating Officer Emily Young answer media questions concerning FEMA's use of temporary housing in North Carolina. FEMA is responding to the deadly tornadoes and severe storms that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across North Carolina on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Rocky Mount, N. C. , May 7, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinatin...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Temporary Housing Event Production Date: 05/07/2011 Caption: Rocky Mount, N. C. , May 7, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Mike Bolch and Deputy S... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- The resident of this home displays the American flag in front of his home which was destroyed by recent tornadoes in Smithville Mississippi. FEMA is available to assist survivors of this disaster. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- The resident of this home...

The original database describes this as: Title: Smithville, MS tornadoes Production Date: 05/09/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- The resident of this home displays the American flag in front ... More

Tornado - Maryland Heights, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- Maryland Heights resident Chris Kamp discusses the FEMA registration process with FEMA Community Relations expert Russ Edmonston. Edmonston along with other FEMA Community Relations Specialists combed affected areas in St. Louis county Missouri the day after a Presidential Declaration was issued. FEMA provides funds to help homeowner's recover from a disaster. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Maryland Heights, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- Maryland Heights res...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations advises Residents Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Maryland Heights, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- Maryland Heights resident Chris Kamp di... More

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- Blue tarps dot the landscape of a section of Pratt City hit by the April 27th tornado. Tarps are used to try and protect contents from further damage in homes not completely destroyed. FEMA has provided thousands of tarps to Alabama residents since the storms. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- Blue tarps dot the landsc...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado damage suffered by residents of Pratt City, Alabama. Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- Blue tarps dot the landsca... More

Tornado - Pearcy, Ark. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA FCO, Nancy Casper talks with Chad Stover, an Arkansas Emergency Management Agency representative, about the counties that have received Federal assistance. Casper was touring the counties that have been affected by tornadoes and flooding. FEMA is working with local, state and federal agencies, along with the private sector, to provide assistance to residents and businesses that were affected by the recent tornadoes and flooding. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Tornado - Pearcy, Ark. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA FCO, Nancy Casper talks ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Responds to Arkansas Disasters Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Pearcy, Ark. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA FCO, Nancy Casper talks with Chad Stover, an Arkan... More

Tornado - Maryland Heights, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations representative Russ Edmonston explains the disaster assistance process to a Maryland Heights resident. An F-4 tornado struck the area April 22, 2011. FEMA provides funds to homeowners to assit in their recovery. Registering starts the recovery process. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Maryland Heights, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relat...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations explain the application process Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Maryland Heights, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations ... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- Volunteers gather supplies for a tornado survivor. These volunteers used the Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters to find out where survivors were in need. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- Volunteers gather suppli...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteer Organizations Active in Disasters mobilize in Alabama Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- Volunteers gather supp... More

Tornado - Rome, Ga. , May 12, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists Brian Montgomery and Yolanda Brannigan-Hodge check to see if anyone is home in this heavily damaged mobile home. They left information about how to register with FEMA after the area was declared a Major Disaster following a tornado that touched down on April 27, 2011. Judith Grafe/FEMA Photo

Tornado - Rome, Ga. , May 12, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Special...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations Production Date: 05/12/2011 Caption: Rome, Ga. , May 12, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists Brian Montgomery and Yolanda Bra... More

Tornado - La Grange, Ga. , May 13, 2011 -- FEMA PIO Ken Higginbotham gives information about FEMA's programs to bikers who came to make a donation and join in a ride to support the survivors of the tornado that damaged homes in the area on April 27, 2011. Judith Grafe/FEMA Photo

Tornado - La Grange, Ga. , May 13, 2011 -- FEMA PIO Ken Higginbotham ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Bikers Support Survivors Production Date: 05/13/2011 Caption: La Grange, Ga. , May 13, 2011 -- FEMA PIO Ken Higginbotham gives information about FEMA's progra... More

Tornado - Ferguson, Mo. , May 14, 2011 -- United Way of Greater St. Louis Benefits Specialist Marcia Montgomery assists a survivor of the recent tornado with directions to a benefits table. The United Way and its partners are holding a multi-agency resource center in Ferguson. Over 1500 survivors attended the event. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Ferguson, Mo. , May 14, 2011 -- United Way of Greater St. Lo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Ferguson, MO Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Ferguson, Mo. , May 14, 2011 -- United Way of Greater St. Louis Benefits Specialist Marcia Montgomery assists... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Survivors of the April tornados are starting to cleanup debris. Hazardous waste like this, along with large appliances, construction material, electronics, household garbage, and wood and vegetative debris must be separated and placed near the curb for removal. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Survivors of the April to...

The original database describes this as: Title: Alabama survivors of the April tornados starting to cleanup debris Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Survivors of the Ap... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists Laura Philpot and Tom Violette speak with a storm survivor in front of his former home. FEMA Community Relations canvass each storm stricken area to be sure everyone receives information on how to apply for FEMA assistance to recover from the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- FEMA C...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations Workers with Disaster Survivor Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Sp... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Russellville, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- The Franklin County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center #10 is open to provide disaster services to storm survivors. FEMA is here in response to the deadly April tornado George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Russellville, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- The Fran...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center #10 Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Russellville, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- The Franklin County FEMA/State Disaster Recov... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Interior view of a FEMA temporary housing unit where the first resident will sign a lease today. Starter kits, like these shown here, contain basic items to help the new residents settle in. FEMA Individual Assistance Housing services provide temporary homes for eligible survivors of the April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Interi...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Leases First Temporary Housing Unit in Alabama Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 14, 2011 -- Interior view of a FEMA tempora... More

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

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

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

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 18, 2011 -- Former NFL Player Gary Burley and Marguerita Lance of FEMA's Private Sector Division discuss final details before making a Public Service Announcement for FEMA. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pratt City, Ala. , May 18, 2011 -- Former NFL Player Gary Bu...

The original database describes this as: Title: NFL Player's team with FEMA in Alabama Production Date: 05/18/2011 Caption: Pratt City, Ala. , May 18, 2011 -- Former NFL Player Gary Burley and Marguerita Lan... More

Flooding ^ Tornado - Sherman, Ark. , May 18, 2011 -- Utility crews are working to repair power lines and conduction stations in areas that were flooded. Arkansas is rebuilding after a series of tornadoes and floods hit the state. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Tornado - Sherman, Ark. , May 18, 2011 -- Utility crews are...

The original database describes this as: Title: Arkansas on the road to recovery Production Date: 05/18/2011 Caption: Sherman, Ark. , May 18, 2011 -- Utility crews are working to repair power lines and condu... More

Flooding ^ Tornado - Sherman, Ark. , May 18, 2011 --Utility crews are working to repair power lines and conduction stations in areas that were flooded. Arkansas is rebuilding after a series of tornadoes and floods hit the state. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Tornado - Sherman, Ark. , May 18, 2011 --Utility crews are ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Arkansas on the road to recovery Production Date: 05/18/2011 Caption: Sherman, Ark. , May 18, 2011 --Utility crews are working to repair power lines and conduc... More

Tornado - Bridgeton, Mo. , May 18, 2011 -- This home located on Old St. Charles Road in Bridgeton was among the hardest hit during the Good Friday tornado. A Disaster Recovery Center is located in the area to assist survivors with registering for assistance. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Bridgeton, Mo. , May 18, 2011 -- This home located on Old S...

The original database describes this as: Title: Bridgeton MO Recovery Production Date: 05/18/2011 Caption: Bridgeton, Mo. , May 18, 2011 -- This home located on Old St. Charles Road in Bridgeton was among t... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 20, 2011 -- At the FEMA/State Joint Field Office, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bryne presents information to Governor Robert Bentley and Congressman Robert Aderholt about recovery progress from the deadly April tornado. FEMA and the state are partners in disaster response. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 20, 2011 -- At the F...

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

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Obion, Tenn. , May 20, 2011 --- This mobile home was flipped by a tornado and then submerged in the flooding. FEMA is reaching out to help applicants displaced by the flooding and tornadoes that have hit Tennessee in April and May. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Obion, Tenn. , May 20, 2011 --- Th...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tornado then Flooding Destroy a Home Production Date: 05/20/2011 Caption: Obion, Tenn. , May 20, 2011 --- This mobile home was flipped by a tornado and then su... 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

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , May 24, 2011 -- The historic Long Memorial Methodist Church was destroyed by the deadly April tornado, FEMA Public Assistance funds may pay a portion of the debris cleanup, and the US Army Corps of Engineers have been missioned to oversee the contractors doing the cleanup. FEMA Public Assistance funds for historic preservation may also be available to pay a portion of recovery costs after application and eligibility determination. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Cordova, Ala. , May 24, 2011 -- The historic ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Corps of Engineers Debris Specialist with Contractor at Church Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Cordova, Ala. , May 24, 2011 -- The historic Long Memorial ... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- The force of a 200 mph F-5 tornado is seen here as a chair is imbedded in this truck. FEMA is in Joplin to assist in recovery efforts. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- The force of a 200 mph F-5 tor...

The original database describes this as: Title: Chair Impales Truck during Tornado Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- The force of a 200 mph F-5 tornado is seen here as a chai... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 24, 2011 -- This is the location of FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center #45 which opened yesterday at this site. DRC's provide information and services from several disaster related agencies to serve survivors of the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , May 24, 2011 -- This is t...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center#45 in Alabama Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , May 24, 2011 -- This is the location of FEMA/State D... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Dadeville, Ala. , May 27, 2011 -- This home was demolished by the deadly April tornado, with much of the debris going into Lake Martin. This dangerous lake debris will be removed by contractors with FEMA Public Assistance funds reimbursing a portion of the cost. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Dadeville, Ala. , May 27, 2011 -- This home w...

The original database describes this as: Title: Destroyed Home on Lake Martin, Alabama Production Date: 05/27/2011 Caption: Dadeville, Ala. , May 27, 2011 -- This home was demolished by the deadly April torn... More

Tornado - Guthrie, Okla. , May 27, 2011 -- Members of the media speak to a tornado survivor just before A Preliminary Damage Assessment team, consisting of FEMA, U. S. Small Business Administration and Oklahoma officials look at his property. FEMA/Earl Armstrong

Tornado - Guthrie, Okla. , May 27, 2011 -- Members of the media speak ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Guthrie, OK Production Date: 05/27/2011 Caption: Guthrie, Okla. , May 27, 2011 -- Members of the media speak to a tornado survivor just before A Preliminary Da... More

Flooding ^ Tornado - Searcy, Ark. , May 27, 2011 --Bernardo Garcia, a FEMA Community Relations specialist , hands out coloring book to a Special Olympian during the annual AR Special Olympics. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Tornado - Searcy, Ark. , May 27, 2011 --Bernardo Garcia, a ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA'a Commnity Relations specialist reach out to AR Special Olympics Production Date: 05/27/2011 Caption: Searcy, Ark. , May 27, 2011 --Bernardo Garcia, a FEM... More

Tornado - Raleigh, N. C. , May 28, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Norris Brown reminds survivors that FEMA registration will end June 20, 2011 for assistance following the severe storms and deadly tornadoes that damaged or destroyed homes and businesses across North Carolina on April 16, 2011. David Fine/FEMA

Tornado - Raleigh, N. C. , May 28, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Sp...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Alerts Survivors of Pending Registration Deadline Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: Raleigh, N. C. , May 28, 2011 -- FEMA Community Rela... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- AmeriCorps NCCC Workers Naiemah Brown, Andrea Zeritis, and Bethany Fourner process requests for disaster assistance at a charitable thrift store warehouse. AmeriCorps is an important FEMA partner in responding to disasters such as the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- AmeriCorps...

The original database describes this as: Title: AmeriCorps Workers at Relief Supply Warehouse in AL Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- AmeriCorps NCCC Workers Naiemah Bro... More

Tornado - Lake Martin, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- The Wind Crest State Park was severely damaged by a powerful tornado destroying this state run facility. The State Managed park is qualified for PA debris removal under category G recreational facilities. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Tornado - Lake Martin, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- The Wind Crest State Par...

The original database describes this as: Title: Lake Martin, AL Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: Lake Martin, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- The Wind Crest State Park was severely damaged by a powerful tornado d... More

Tornado - Lake Martin, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- The Wind Crest State Park was severely damaged by a powerful tornado destroying this state run facility and recreational private property. The State Managed park is qualified for PA debris removal assistance under category G recreational facilities. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Tornado - Lake Martin, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- The Wind Crest State Par...

The original database describes this as: Title: Lake Martin, AL Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: Lake Martin, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- The Wind Crest State Park was severely damaged by a powerful tornado d... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- A note on this destroyed home advised a pet had been lost, and later announced the pet had been found. The FEMA Individual Assistance Housing program may provide temporary housing assistance to eligible homeless survivors of the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- A note on ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Missing Pet Found in Alabama Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , May 28, 2011 -- A note on this destroyed home advised a pet had been lost,... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 28, 2011 -- A large warehouse is full of donations of food, clothing, furniture and other necessities from local citizens, businesses, charities and faith based organizations for distribution to survivors of the recent tornado. FEMA partners with many organizations to aid disaster victims. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 28, 2011 -- A large warehouse is ful...

The original database describes this as: Title: Smithville, MS Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 28, 2011 -- A large warehouse is full of donations of food, clothing, furniture and... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bryne speaks at a Hackleburg city hall meeting. FCO Bryrne is here to meet with officials in support of FEMA, state, and community partnership recovery efforts in response to the deadly April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- FEMA Feder...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA FCO at City Hall Meeting in Alabama Production Date: 05/29/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 29, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bryn... More

Tornado - Concord, Ala. , May 30, 2011 -- 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 -- Debris removal and clearing...

The original database describes this as: Title: Concord's visible progress of debris removal one month later Production Date: 05/30/2011 Caption: Concord, Ala. , May 30, 2011 -- Debris removal and clearing ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Cleveland, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 -- Jean and Morris Hitchcock look over information selected for them by Marilyn Moore, a mitigation advisor from FEMA. FEMA can provide a large variety of mitigation services to survivors of disasters. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Cleveland, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 -- Jean and M...

The original database describes this as: Title: DR_1974_TN Production Date: 06/02/2011 Caption: Cleveland, Tenn. , June 2, 2011 -- Jean and Morris Hitchcock look over information selected for them by Marilyn... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , June 4, 2011 -- Volunteers and debris fill the streets of Joplin after a EF-5 tornado touched down on May 22, 2011. FEMA partners with federal, state and local governments, local businesses, volunteer and faith-based organizations to aid communities affected by disasters. Steve Zumwalt FEMA

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , June 4, 2011 -- Volunteers and debris fill the...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Street in Joplin Production Date: 06/04/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , June 4, 2011 -- Volunteers and debris fill the streets of Joplin after a EF-5 torna... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 7, 2011 -- Congressman Bennie Thompson (left) of Mississippi, Chairman of the Homeland Security Committee , listens to a briefing from FEMA's Tito Hernandez (right) and Deputy Federal Coordinator Joe Girot at the Birmingham Joint Field Office. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 7, 2011 -- Congressman Bennie Thomps...

The original database describes this as: Title: Congressman Bennie Thompson visits Alabama Joint Field Office Production Date: 06/07/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , June 7, 2011 -- Congressman Bennie Thomps... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Little Rock, Ark. , June 8, 2011 --A temporary housing unit arrives in a staging area in Little Rock. The housing unit will be provided to an Arkansas resident whose home was damaged during the recent storms that swept across Arkansas. FEMA is working with local, state, federal and private agencies to provide assistance to survivors of the recent storms which has impacted Arkansas. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Little Rock, Ark. , June 8, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Temporary Housing Units Arrive in Arkansas Production Date: 06/08/2011 Caption: Little Rock, Ark. , June 8, 2011 --A temporary housing unit arrives in a stagin... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 11, 2011 -- University of Alabama Heisman Trophy winner and New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram poses for pictures with a faith-based volunteer group from Georgia. Mark came back to Tuscaloosa to help FEMA Community Relations by meeting with volunteers and survivors. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 11, 2011 -- University of Alabama He...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mark Ingram Meets With Volunteers Production Date: 06/11/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 11, 2011 -- University of Alabama Heisman Trophy winner and New ... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 13, 2011 -- Long Term Community Recovery Outreach Assistant Lisa Harris delivers mitigation information to a member of the press at the Safer Alabama Summit. Mitigation helps reduce the loss of life and property in the event of a disaster. Samir Valeja/FEMA

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 13, 2011 -- Long Term Community Reco...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Samir Valeja taken on 06/13/2011 in Alabama Production Date: 06/13/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 13, 2011 -- Long Term Community Recovery... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Des Arc, Ark. , June 14, 2011 -- A contract worker checks the level of a temporary housing unit being set up in Des Arc, AR. FEMA is working with local, state, federal and private agencies to provide housing to qualified residents affected by recent storms. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Des Arc, Ark. , June 14, 2011 -- A...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Patsy Lynch taken on 06/14/2011 in Arkansas Production Date: 06/14/2011 Caption: Des Arc, Ark. , June 14, 2011 -- A contract worker checks the le... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , June 23, 2011 -- Forest Park Baptist Church volunteers at the Willard Avenue ( Joplin, MO ) cleaning and removing debris from the Willard Avenue, Joplin, MO - Photo by: Rossyveth Rey-Berríos/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , June 23, 2011 -- Forest Park Ba...

The original database describes this as: Title: Forest Park Baptist Church Production Date: 06/23/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , June 23, 2011 -- Forest Park Baptist Church volunteers at the Willard Avenue ( Jo... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Greensburg, Kan. , June 29, 2011 -- This 10-turbine wind farm supplies enough clean electricity to power all the homes, businesses, and municipal facilities in Greensburg. The city is rebuilding after an EF-5 tornado destroyed 95 percent of the structures. Steve Zumwalt FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Greensburg, Kan. , June 29, 2011 -- This 10-t...

The original database describes this as: Title: Greensburg, Kan. Wind Farm Production Date: 06/29/2011 Caption: Greensburg, Kan. , June 29, 2011 -- This 10-turbine wind farm supplies enough clean electricity... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , July 5, 2011 -- FEMA community relations personnel talk about building safety with a customer at a Home Depot store. Photo by Rossyveth Rey-Berríos/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , July 5, 2011 -- FEMA community ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Outreach to Survivors Production Date: 07/05/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , July 5, 2011 -- FEMA community relations personnel talk about building safety with a c... More

A U.S. Army Corps of Engineer contractor levels the

A U.S. Army Corps of Engineer contractor levels the

A U.S. Army Corps of Engineer contractor levels the ground at Hope Haven, a 16-acre temporary housing site for residents displaced by the May 22 tornado here. The site will include 152 modular housing units and... More

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