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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Spring Green, Wisconsin, July 11, 2008 -- Four weeks after heavy rains fell on Central and Southern Wisconsin, many homes are still under water. One housing area in Spring Green has 32 homes that remain inaccessible to their owners. FEMA Photo/Walt Jennings

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Spring Green, Wisconsin, July...

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

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Spring Green, Wisconsin, July 12, 2008 -- Heavy rains in Central and Southern Wisconsin caused wide spread flooding and many road closures. In some areas, local residents were required to drive many miles out of their way to get to town or in the case of farmers, to the other side of their property. FEMA Photo/Walt Jennings

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Spring Green, Wisconsin, July...

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

Victory Gardens, N.J., Nov. 25, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy Roared through Morris County in northern New Jersey the night of October 29, 1012, her strong winds blew many trees down, and some landed on homes. This homeowner in Victory Gardens was one of the fortunate ones as the large tree that landed on his house caused only minor damage. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Victory Gardens, N.J., Nov. 25, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy Roared th...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Victory Gardens, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Due to the destruction caused by Hurricane Sandy, many homes of the survivors are without basic life needs such as water, food, and warm clothing, and FEMA along with other national, state, and local agencies set up Disaster Recovery Centers to provide these basic necessities. This center, at the hockey rink on Magnolia Blvd in Long Beach is one such center. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Due to the destruction caused by Hu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floo... More

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 27, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy blew through Belleville, New Jersey on the night of Oct. 28, 2012, her high winds caused sparking in electrical wires in this home that resulted in a fire. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 27, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy blew through B...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Belleville, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floo... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy struck the New York City area on October 29, 2012, it knocked out electricity for tens of thousands of residents. At local disaster recovery centers set-up around the city, FEMA has set up cell phone charging stations so residents could charge their phones, allowing them to talk to friends and loved ones, as well as conduct business. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy struck the Ne...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team members moved through Breezy Point and Rockaway, NY, after Hurricane Sandy. The CR members talked with disaster survivors about FEMA assistance and assessed the situation on the ground. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team membe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Tanker trucks distribute fuel throughout New York to residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with many partners and organizations to assist residents affected by the storm. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Tanker trucks distribute fuel thr...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types... More

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Madison, WI, July 2, 2008-- Federal Coordinating Officer Dolph Diemont meets with (R to L) FEMA Law Enforcement Advisor Rick Dinse, Wisconsin Army Adjutant Brigadier General Donald Dunbar, Wisconsin Administrator of Emergency Management Johnnie Smith, and Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Justo Hernandez. Walt Jennings/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Madison, WI, July 2, 2008-- F...

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

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Plain, Wisconsin, July 11, 2008 -- Aerial of a truck caught in muddy flood waters in Wisconsin. Heavy rains in early June caused wide spread flooding in central and southern Wisconsin. Thousands of homes and business's were flooded and many roads were closed, while some roads were washed out completely. FEMA Photo/Walt Jennings

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Plain, Wisconsin, July 11, 20...

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Flooding as high as four-feet in the interior areas of Oceanside in the New York area flooded homes ruining furniture, carpeting, and drywall. If not removed, the wet furniture and drywall, etc., attracts unhealthy mold, so residents must remove the water soaked items from their homes. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Flooding as high as four-feet in...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Many homes along the coastal areas of New York suffered severe damage when Hurricane Sandy came ashore Oct. 29, 2012. Many homes, like the one in this photo have only a few walls remaining, while others were completely destroyed. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Many homes along the coastal area...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Hopatcong, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy blew through Hopatcong the night of October 29, 2012, she uprooted many trees, some of which fell on residents houses. This home was destroyed by the tree that now sits in the residents front yard. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Hopatcong, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy blew through Ho...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Hopatcong, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flood... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Tanker trucks distribute fuel to residents in New York who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) purchased up to 12 million gallons of unleaded fuel and up to 10 million gallons of diesel fuel for distribution in areas impacted by the storm to supplement ongoing private sector efforts. Photo By Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Tanker trucks distribute fuel to ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team members moved through Breezy Point and Rockaway, NY, after Hurricane Sandy. The CR members talked with disaster survivors about FEMA assistance and assessed the situation on the ground. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team membe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- The U.S. Navy Seabees are one example of how our military contributes in a time of need as they responded with personnel and equipment to help in the clean up of debris caused by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- The U.S. Navy Seabees are one ex...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- Residents of the Borough of Brooklyn in New York City apply for assistance at FEMA's Red Hook Disaster Recovery Center. Hurricane Sandy displaced many citizens of the city of New York, and FEMA provides cash and other assistance to these survivors. Walt Jennings/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- Residents of the Borough of Broo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Portage, WI, June 26, 2008 -- A FEMA Mobile Disaster Assistance Truck is parked next to the Red Cross Disaster assistance truck. FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers have a close working relationship with the American Red Cross and their staff in providing services to people in disasters. Walt Jennings/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Portage, WI, June 26, 2008 --...

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

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared across New Jersey the night of Oct. 28, 2012, she brought heavy rain that caused the Passaic River to overflow her banks. Many homes and businesses near the river had as much as 6 ft of destructive water in their buildings. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared across ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Belleville, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floo... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations specialist talks to a survivor of Hurricane Sandy at FEMA's Disaster Recovery Center on Coney Island, New York. Survivors of the storm are eligible to apply for federal aid thru these Disaster Recovery centers or online via the internet. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations special...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations workers discuss ways to obtain disaster assistance following Hurricane Sandy arriving on October 29, 2012. FEMA is part of a disaster response team in New York that includes local, state and other federal agencies as well as the non-profit and faith-based community. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations workers d...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- New York Boy Scouts helped bring food and clothing into the Disaster Assistance Center located in Midland Beach on Staten Island. Many residents in the area lost all of their food and clothing when Hurricane Sandy pushed waters as high as 9 feet over the beach and into their homes on Oct. 29, 2012. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- New York Boy Scouts helped bring...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy made landfall on the Midway Beach area of Staten Island on the night of Oct. 29, she brought rising water and high winds. Some winds toppled trees, while other trees were blown into buildings, essentially destroying them. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy made landfa...

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

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- In the Rockaway area of New York City, Customs and Boarder Patrol agents unload food at a Disaster Recovery Center. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary, faith-based and community-based organizations, and the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- In the Rockaway area of New York City,...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coa... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cloquet, Minn. , Aug. 8, 2012 -- Walter "Walt" Kruski (standing), a Federal Emergency Management Agency public assistance coordinator, presents information regarding FEMA's public assistance program to members of the Fond du Lac Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa. FEMA is assisting the tribe repair infrastructure damaged by severe storms and flooding in June. Norman Lenburg/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cloquet, Minn. , Aug. 8, 2012 -- Walter "Wal...

The original database describes this as: Title: Federal Emergency Management Agency helps Minnesota Tribe recover from storm and flood damage Production Date: 08/08/2012 Caption: Cloquet, Minn. , Aug. 8, 201... More

New York City, N.Y., Jan. 2, 2013 -- Over 30 members of the New York National Guard walked door-to-door in New York to assist the survivors of Hurricane Sandy. National Guardsmen Specialist Jones of the HSC642-ASB unit, and Specialist Pimiental, Bravo Company 642 AB, took part in Operation "Task Force Sandy" by walking along Pioneer Street in the Red Hook area of Brooklyn. Members of their unit are working in the area completing ΓÇ£wellness checks,ΓÇ¥ to see if citizens have electricity and heat. Resident with electricity but no heat, are provided a portable heater. Walt Jennings/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Jan. 2, 2013 -- Over 30 members of the New York N...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Many residents of Midland Beach on Staten Island, N.Y., lost all of their clothing when Hurricane Sandy pushed waters as high as 9 feet over the beach and into their homes Oct. 29, 2012. Nearby residents rose to the cause and donated bags full of clothing to the survivors who now had very little. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Many residents of Midland Beach ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 --Team Rubicon, a group of former U.S. military soldiers, have volunteered to help survivors of Hurricane Sandy clean up debris from the storm. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 --Team Rubicon, a group of former U.S. mi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floodi... More

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy made landfall on Oct. 29, 2012, it brought winds exceeding 60 mph that toppled trees, and ripped shingles off of roofs resulting in tarps being placed on roofs to keep rain water out before the roofs can be replaced. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy made landfall o...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Oceanside, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flood... More

Cherokee, N.C., March 12, 2013 -- Walt Kruski, a FEMA Public Assistance specialist answers questions from participants at the first kick off meeting for the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians (ECBI) officials. FEMA is working representatives of the ECBI and the State of North Carolina to assist with road and other public work projects which were damaged during a severe weather incident earlier in the year. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Cherokee, N.C., March 12, 2013 -- Walt Kruski, a FEMA Public Assistanc...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Cherokee, NC Keywords: FEMA North Carolina Cherokee Nation ECBI public assistance ^... More

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared through New Jersey the night of October 28, 2012, she blew down many trees. Some houses in Belleville, New Jersey, suffered severe damage from falling trees. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared through...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Belleville, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types:... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Oct. 31, 2012 -- A FEMA Community Relations worker talks to a resident of Breezy Point in the Rockaway area near New York City who is in need of local and federal aid as a result of damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA community relations workers go house to house talking to residents about the various ways FEMA is in their community to help them. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Oct. 31, 2012 -- A FEMA Community Relations worker...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-31 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Alpha, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared through Warren County in northern New Jersey the night of Oct. 29, 2012, her strong winds blew many trees down, and some landed on homes. These homeowners were fortunate that they were not home when a tree landed on their home during the storm. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Alpha, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared through Warr...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Alpha, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flooding ... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- The American Red Cross is known for providing various types of assistance to people around the world. In the New York area, they are providing food, blankets, housing, and meals on wheels to people who are unable to cook or get to a food source. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- The American Red Cross is known for...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floo... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team members moved through Breezy Point and Rockaway, NY, after Hurricane Sandy. The CR members talked with disaster survivors about FEMA assistance and assessed the situation on the ground. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team membe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 --FEMA Community Relations (CR) team members moved through Breezy Point and Rockaway, NY, after Hurricane Sandy. The CR members talked with disaster survivors about FEMA assistance and assessed the situation on the ground. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 --FEMA Community Relations (CR) team member...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations worker talks to a resident in the Breezy point area of the the Rockaways near New York City whose basement was flooded by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA community relations workers go door to door talking to residents of storm damage about the various ways FEMA is in their community to help them. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations worker ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- A damaged home in Staten Island from Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is providing assistance to affected individuals and communities in New York. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- A damaged home in Staten Island ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA, in cooperation with the City of New York Department of Consumer Affairs, join as partners in their quest to assist the surviv orsof Hurricane Sandy. FEMA and the City of New York help survivors get back into their homes. Walt Jennings/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA, in cooperation with the Ci...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Alpha, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Strong winds and big trees cause headaches for homeowners. Big trees next to houses do not mix well when high winds prevail, as this house in Warren County, New Jersey found out. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Alpha, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Strong winds and big trees cause headach...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Alpha, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flooding ... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Water levels as a result of Hurricane Sandy rose as high as eight feet in this home on Staten Island, New York, ruining carpeting, furniture, the furnace, washer and dryer, and numerous other household and personal items. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Water levels as a result of Hurri...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cloquet, Minn. , Aug. 8, 2012 -- Walter "Walt" Kruski (center), a Federal Emergency Management Agency public assistance coordinator, answers questions about FEMA's public assistance program for members of the Fond du Lac Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa. FEMA will be assisting the tribe as it repairs infrastructure damaged by severe storms and flooding in June. Norman Lenburg/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Cloquet, Minn. , Aug. 8, 2012 -- Walter "Wal...

The original database describes this as: Title: Federal Emergency Management Agency helps Minnesota tribe Production Date: 08/08/2012 Caption: Cloquet, Minn. , Aug. 8, 2012 -- Walter "Walt" Kruski (center), ... More

New York City, N.Y., Jan. 2, 2013 -- Over 30 members of the New York National Guard walked door-to-door in New York to assist the survivors of Hurricane Sandy. National Guardsmen Specialist Jones of the HSC642-ASB unit, and Specialist Pimiental, Bravo Company 642 AB, took part in Operation "Task Force Sandy" by walking along Pioneer Street in the Red Hook area of Brooklyn. Members of their unit are working in the area completing ΓÇ£wellness checks,ΓÇ¥ to see if citizens have electricity and heat. Resident with electricity but no heat, are provided a portable heater. Walt Jennings/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Jan. 2, 2013 -- Over 30 members of the New York N...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA... More

Cherokee, N.C., March 19, 2013 -- Walt Kruski, a FEMA Public Assistance specialist works with representatives from the Eastern Band Cherokee Indian (EBCI) Emergency Response community attending an Applicant Kickoff meeting in Cherokee, NC. FEMA is working with the EBCI tribe and representatives from the State of North Carolina to provide services to the tribe and its' residents affected by severe storms in January. This is the first time that a Federally recognized Native American tribe was able to apply for direct assistance from FEMA. Jesse Zimmerman, a FEMA videographer documents the meeting. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Cherokee, N.C., March 19, 2013 -- Walt Kruski, a FEMA Public Assistanc...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Cherokee, NC Keywords: FEMA North Carolina Native Americans Cherokee Nation EBCI pu... More

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations employees discuss the restoration of electric service in the Red Hook area of Brooklyn with employees of NYC's Con Edison electric company. The speedy repair of old electrical infrastructure in the New York City area has frustrated residents and business people in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations employ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Hopatcong, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- High winds caused by Hurricane Sandy on Oct. 29, 2012, blew down many trees in Sussex County. Hopatcong was hit especially hard with many trees falling on the roofs of homes causing major structural damage. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Hopatcong, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- High winds caused by Hurricane Sandy...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Hopatcong, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flood... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- A large American flag flies in the midst of more than 100 residences burned in the Breezy Point community of the Rockaways adjacent to New York City. A gas leak that occurred during the height of Hurricane Sandy erupted into a firestorm that was difficult for fire fighters to control. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- A large American flag flies in the...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Electrical wiring problems spark fires. When Hurricane Sandy blew through Belleville, New Jersey on the night of October 28, 2012, her high winds caused sparking in electrical wires in this home that resulted in a fire. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Electrical wiring problems spark fi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Belleville, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floo... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano addresses New York media at the Coney Island Disaster Recovery Center after a tour of areas in the city impacted by Hurricane Sandy. DHS is the parent organization to FEMA, and is a key player in the response to the storm that devastated many areas of the northeast. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- Department of Homeland Security (D...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Coney Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types:... More

Walworth, Wisconsin, June 21, 2008-- Lt. Kevin Williams of the Walworth County Sheriff's Office briefs a FEMA Preliminary Disaster Assistant team on the damage caused by flooding in his county. The FEMA team listens intently prior to touring the county to determine if Walworth County qualifies for disaster aid. FEMA/Walt Jennings

Walworth, Wisconsin, June 21, 2008-- Lt. Kevin Williams of the Walwort...

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

NY, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Damaged items sit outside a home in the Rockaways area of New York. Thousands of homes along with East Coast experienced water and wind damage from Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

NY, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Damaged items sit outside a home in the Roc...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hu... More

South Seaford, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Debris removal operations continue in South Seaford after Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary, faith-based and community-based organizations, and the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

South Seaford, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Debris removal operations continu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: South Seaford, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team members moved through Breezy Point and Rockaway, NY, after Hurricane Sandy. The CR members talked with disaster survivors about FEMA assistance and assessed the situation on the ground. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team membe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

Hawthorne, N.J., Nov. 21, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared through Passaic County the night of Oct. 29, 2012, she uprooted many trees. Some trees fell on houses, nearly destroying them, and causing a death in one home. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Hawthorne, N.J., Nov. 21, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared through ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-21 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Hawthorne, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flood... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team members moved through Breezy Point and Rockaway, NY, after Hurricane Sandy. The CR members talked with disaster survivors about FEMA assistance and assessed the situation on the ground. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team membe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Debris in the Rockaway area of New York City remains on a street. State and federal personnel from many agencies have pitched in to help remove the debris. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Debris in the Rockaway area of New Yor...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coa... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team members moved through Breezy Point and Rockaway, NY, after Hurricane Sandy. The CR members talked with disaster survivors about FEMA assistance and assessed the situation on the ground. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team membe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations employees go door to door talking to survivors of Hurricane Sandy. On a daily basis, FEMA team members talk to individual residents to answer questions, share information, and to encourage those who have not registered for assistance to apply online at www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362. Walt Jennings/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations employe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flooding... More

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- FEMA Corps youth are group of 1,600 service corps members within AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps whose purpose is solely devoted to preparedness, response, and recovery in a disaster. There are currently over 400 FEMA Corps youth in the New York area, including those in the Disaster Recovery Center at the Hockey Rink on Magnolia Blvd in Long Beach. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- FEMA Corps youth are group of 1,600 ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Oceanside, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flood... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Rising storm water caused by Hurricane Sandy on Oct. 29, 2012, damaged furnaces, water heaters, carpeting, furniture, drywall, and many other items, including the iconic Mickey Mouse, in the Long Beach area of New York. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Rising storm water caused by Hurric...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floo... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator, Craig Fugate, visited a Disaster Recovery center in the Queens area of New York City where he briefed FEMA Corps youth members on the import role that FEMA had in assisting survivors of disasters. FEMA Corps youth focus on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery activities, providing support in areas ranging from working directly with disaster survivors, to supporting disaster recovering centers, to sharing valuable disaster preparedness and mitigation information with the public. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator, Craig Fugate, visite...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flooding... More

Little Ferry, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Rising flood waters in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy caused water damage in hundreds of businesses in Bergen County, N.J. Businesses lost millions of dollars in inventory goods when they were soaked with flood waters. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Little Ferry, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Rising flood waters in the afterm...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Little Ferry, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations specialist go door to door talking to survivors of Hurricane Sandy. On a daily basis, FEMA team members talk to individual residents to answer questions, share information, and to encourage those who have not registered for assistance to apply online at www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362. Walt Jennings/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations special...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flooding... More

N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Rising water as high as four feet in the interior areas of homes in the Oceanside area of the New York flooded homes, ruining furniture, carpeting, and drywall. If not removed, the wet items attracts unhealthy mold, so residents had to remove the water soaked items from their homes. Walt Jennings/FEMA

N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Rising water as high as four feet in the interi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flooding ^ Hurri... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy passed over Midland Beach on Staten island on Oct. 29, 2012, it brought both high winds and sea water as high as 9 feet above normal. Once the high water soaked the furniture, doors, etc., those items became warped and unusable. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy passed over...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Manhattan, KS, June 12, 2008 -- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) rapid assessment team members (from left) Ruth Cheshier and Melissa Ryan confer with Kansas Department of Emergency Management Walt Hefner during a walk-through assessing the damage and needs of the neighborhoods damaged by the June 11 F-4 tornado that slammed through the area. Photo by Anita Westervelt/FEMA

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

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

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

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

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

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 27, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy blew through Belleville, New Jersey, the night of October 28, 2012, her winds caused this business's windows to blow out. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 27, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy blew through B...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Belleville, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floo... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Oct. 31, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy moved ashore in the New Jersey and New York area, high tide and a full moon caused tides to rise six feet above normal, moving cars in the Breezy Point area of New York City like they were pieces of driftwood. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Oct. 31, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy moved ashore...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-31 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Thousands of coastal residents are still without power after Hurricane Sandy made landfall the night of Oct. 29, 2012. While LIPA has restored power to tens of thousands of homes, those homes along the coast were the hardest hit, and restoring power to them is a time consuming project. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Thousands of coastal residents are s...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Oceanside, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flood... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator, Craig Fugate, spoke to the press after touring the area of burned homes in Breezy Point, N.Y. Administrator Fugate told reporters that his agency was in New York to help in the recovery stage of Hurricane Sandy, and would be there for as long as it took for residents of the state to fully recover. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator, Craig Fugate, ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Many residents of Midland Beach on Staten Island, N.Y., lost all of their clothing when Hurricane Sandy pushed waters as high as 9 feet over the beach and into their homes Oct. 29, 2012. Nearby residents rose to the cause and donated bags full of clothing to the survivors who now had very little. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Many residents of Midland Beach ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino discusses FEMA's role in the recovery from the affects of Hurricane Sandy with Red Cross and local religious leaders. FEMA is part of a broader team responding to the disaster that includes faith-based and non-profit organizations. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations worker talks to a resident in the Rockaways area near New York City who is in need of local and federal aid as a result of damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA community relations workers talk to residents about the various ways FEMA is in their community to help them. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations worker talk...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floodi... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Residents of the Breezy Point area of the Rockaways in New York City, hang flags at their residents in the aftermath of the damage caused by Hurricane Sandy that roared through their community on Oct. 29, 2012. Homeowners who did not sustain serious damage were soon at work repairing and re-painting their residences. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Residents of the Breezy Point area...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Kinnelon, N.J., Nov. 25, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy Roared through Morris County in northern New Jersey the night of October 29, 1012, her strong winds blew many trees down, and some landed on homes. This homeowner in Kinnelon lost the roof on his garage and part of his house when a large tree was blown over onto his roof. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Kinnelon, N.J., Nov. 25, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy Roared through M...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Kinnelon, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floodi... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Volunteers turned out by the hundreds to help with the clean up of debris in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Team Rubicon, a California-based organization of former U.S. military personnel from all over the U.S. also volunteered their time and expertise in helping people in need. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Volunteers turned out by the hundreds ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coa... More

Little Ferry, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Rising flood waters in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy caused water damage in hundreds of businesses in Bergen County, N.J. FEMA employees went from home to home and business to business inspecting damage and informing homeowners and business owners on how to apply for FEMA and SBA assistance. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Little Ferry, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Rising flood waters in the afterm...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Little Ferry, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Enterprise, AL, March 3, 2007 -- FEMA Region IV Director Phil May (center) thanks Federal Incident Response Support Team (FIRST) members Willie Womack (left) and Walt Mathis (right, back facing) for their quick response to the recent Alabama tornadoes. FIRST had their resources on the ground soon after the tornado hit. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Enterprise, AL, March 3, 2007 -- FEMA Re...

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

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Portage, WI, June 26, 2008-- FEMA opened 12 Disaster Recovery Centers and 3 Mobile Disaster Recovery Center Motor Homes in Wisconsin in response to severe flooding in the state. Most of the Disaster Recovery Centers were stationed at schools or other municipal buildings, while the three Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers moved around to various locations where they were needed. Walt Jennings/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding] Portage, WI, June 26, 2008-- ...

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

Columbus, WI, July 2, 2008 -- FEMA's Law Enforcement Advisor Rick Dinse confers with Disaster Recovery Center lead Richard Garrior regarding security issues at the Columbus DRC. Dinse toured several FEMA sites to discuss existing and potential security issues. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Columbus, WI, July 2, 2008 -- FEMA's Law Enforcement Advisor Rick Din...

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Tanker trucks distribute fuel in New York to residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with many partners and organizations to assist residents affected by the storm. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Tanker trucks distribute fuel in ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Rising water and high winds caused flooding in thousands of homes and even raised some homes off of their foundations. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Rising water and high winds caus...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Little Ferry, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared through Bergen County, Oct. 29, 2012, she damaged many homes and businesses. Manufactured homes were hit especially hard, and some did not survive the storm. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Little Ferry, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy roared throu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Little Ferry, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations worker talks to a resident in the Rockaways area near New York City who is in need of local and federal aid as a result of damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA community relations workers talk to residents about the various ways FEMA is in their community to help them. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations worker talk...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floodi... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Rising flood waters in the Midway Beach area of Staten Island in New York caused hundreds of homes to have flooded basements, and anywhere from a foot to 6 ft of water in their homes, and when water recedes, water soaked building materials must be removed before mold has a chance to grow. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Rising flood waters in the Midwa...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations employees discuss the restoration of electric service in the Red Hook area of Brooklyn with employees of NYC's Con Edison electric company. The repair of old electrical infrastructure in the New York City area has frustrated residents and business people in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations employ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Byram, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- High winds caused by Hurricane Sandy on Oct. 29, 2012, blew down many trees in Sussex County. Byram was hit especially hard with many trees falling on the roofs of homes causing major structural damage. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Byram, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- High winds caused by Hurricane Sandy on ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Byram, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flooding ... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team members moved through Breezy Point and Rockaway, NY, after Hurricane Sandy. The CR members talked with disaster survivors about FEMA assistance and assessed the situation on the ground. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team membe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

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