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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, March 8, 2006 - This house in Gentilly is in the process of being elevated above the base flood elevation adopted by the community in result of flooding from Hurricane Katrina. The homeowner will raise the house a total of 11' and has received the Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) benefit included with his National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policy because of his compliance to the community's floodplain management ordinance. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, March 8, 2006 - The level of flooding from Hurricane Katrina is evident by the yellow water line across the awning and pillars of this house in Gentilly. The homeowner has coverage from the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and is eligible for the Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) benefit since he lives in a high risk area and is elevating his home above the base flood elevation in compliance with the community's floodplain ordinance. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Baton Rouge, LA, March 4, 2006 - Located at the front entrance of Lowe's Home Improvement Center is FEMA's Mitigation Workshop Team prepared to greet customers and provide information on how to protect homes against future hurricanes. FEMA, in partnership with several home improvement centers, offer these workshops at the stores, encouraging homeowners and contractors to rebuild hurricane damaged houses more resistant to hurricane forces. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 4-22-06 -- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lift a 75 ton Gate Jacket Structure into place for the interim Flood Gate closer structures at the 17th St Canal. FEMA is building the interim flood gate by June 1st under its Public Assistance program till a better Flood Gate and Levee system can be completed to better protect New Orleans residents and property. Marvin Nauman/FEMA photo

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, October 9, 2005 - Scaffolding embraces one building as repairs are underway in New Orleans in the recovery effort from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Meanwhile the restaurant next door opens for business. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 12-01-05 -- City of New Orleans Building Inspectors inspect a damaged home on City Right-of-way that ways destroyed when the levee broke and completely destroyed most homes in this 9th ward neighborhood. FEMA is helping the city to remove the many homes that were destroyed. MARVIN NAUMAN/FEMA photo

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, December 20, 2005 - FEMA Building Code Specialist, Rebecca Quinn speaks to the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans. This seminar provided information to contractors regarding updated building codes and ideas on rebuilding damaged structures safer and stronger. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, February 27, 2006 - Many residents in New Orleans were able to install a FEMA provided travel trailer on their property next to their hurricane damaged homes. Temporary housing near your home makes it easier for the homeowner to attend to the repairs necessary in the rebuilding process. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, October 9, 2005 - This New Orleans resident did not evacuate the city during Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and awaits its rebirth. He continues to reside there and has created this mode of transportation in preparation for any future flooding. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, March 8, 2006 - Eric Martin stands in front of his home in Gentilly holding a sketch of what his house will look like after elevation and repairs are completed. He will elevate his house to 11' which is above the current base flood elevation. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

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[Hurricane Katrina] Carville, LA, January 25, 2006 - A procession of government vehichles, refridgerated trucks and police escort depart from the FEMA Disaster Mortuary Response Team's (DMORT) facility. The trailers are carrying the re-casketed remains that were disintered by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita to their original resting places. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Weldon Spring, Mo., June 5, 2013 -- A home struck by a tornado on the evening of May 31, 2013 tore away the living room wall and roof. FEMA and the State of Missouri are doing Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDA) in the areas hit by a tornado. PDA is a joint assessment used to determine the magnitude and impact of an event's damage. The State uses the results of the PDA to determine if the situation is beyond the combined capabilities of the State and local resources and to verify the need for supplemental Federal assistance. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

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[Hurricane Katrina] Belle Chasse, LA, October 25, 2005 - This is the diagnostic x-ray and minor surgery suite of the Mobile Medical Unit located in Plaquemines Parish. FEMA provides this transportable clinic, medical staff, equipment and pharmaceuticals, as well as medical care, all free of charge to communities affected by disasters. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

St Charles, Mo., June 5, 2013 -- A Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) team looks at a neighborhood damaged by a tornado. PDA is a joint assessment used to determine the magnitude and impact of an event's damage. The State uses the results of the PDA to determine if the situation is beyond the combined capabilities of the State and local resources and to verify the need for supplemental Federal assistance. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Biloxi, Miss., September 13, 2005 -- Contractors gather furring strips and other blue roof supplies in Biloxi, Miss. Blue tarps are being install on damaged roofs as a temporary fix. FEMA/Mark Wolfe

[Hurricane Katrina] Baton Rouge, LA, January 4, 2006 - Temporary housing provided by FEMA at the Baton Rouge Airport Sites is not limited to travel trailers. Modular buildings are also incorporated in the landscape to provide housing for the displaced hurricane victims. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Windsor, CO, June 19, 2008 -- Concrete is poured between layers of foam to create the exterior walls of a house designed to withstand winds up to 250 mph. The house will also feature measures to mitigate flood damage. FEMA/Samir Valeja

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, February 24, 2006 - Common Ground Relief, a local community organization, has set up a distribution center in a renovated residence in the lower 9th ward to provide aid and supplies to returnees of New Orleans. Volunteer groups have offered - and continue to offer - everything from shelter, food, and personal items, to counseling and various services to hurricane victims displaced by the storms. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Chalmette, LA, December 16, 2005 - Chalmette High School plays host to the St. Bernard Unified School which provides education to the students of 14 different area schools in this one facility. The school is composed of several trailers in the parking lot and a portion of the second floor of the high school. As residents return to St. Bernard Parish, the students now have a place to attend. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Flooding] Saugus, MA, August 15, 2006 - By following local building codes and elevating above the base flood elevation, Lynhurst Plumbing and Heating avoided damage during the Mother's Day floods. The adjoining building, built prior to code adoption had 18 inches of flood water. Darby Duffin/FEMA

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