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Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 --FEMA staff tour the Yukon Elder Assisted living facility which was flooded after a severe ice jam. FEMA is working closely with the retirement home, the State of Alaska, their partners and tribal entities to assist in the recovery measures. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Needs ^ Com More

Avalon, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- A portion of Ocean Drive near Townsend Inlet, will be closed for several months because surging tides, caused by Hurricane Sandy, broke through a seawall and undermined the roadway. Ocean Drive is a scenic drive build in the 1940's which links the barrier islands between Atlantic City and the Wildwoods. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Avalon, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurri More

Old Saybrook, Conn., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Shoreline homes in Old Saybrook suffered flooding and were pounded with sand which piled high in the streets and around homes. FEMA's Public Assistance Grants will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Old Saybrook, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Ty More

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Township debris clean is continuing and they clean up after Hurricane Sandy. FEMA's Public Assistance Grants will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Long Beach Island, NJ Keywords: Cleanup Damage Debris Homes Public Works ^ Damage More

Old Saybrook, Conn., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Shoreline homes in Old Saybrook suffered flooding and were pounded with sand which piled high in the streets and around homes. FEMA's Public Assistance Grants will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Old Saybrook, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Ty More

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Township debris clean is continuing and they clean up after Hurricane Sandy. FEMA's Public Assistance Grants will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Long Beach Island, NJ Keywords: Assistance Cleanup Damage Debris Flooding Homes P More

Old Saybrook, Conn., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Shoreline homes in Old Saybrook suffered flooding and were pounded with sand which piled high in the streets and around homes. The waterline shows on this home's walls. FEMA's Public Assistance Grants, in addition to Individual Assistance, will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Old Saybrook, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Ty More

Reeds Beach, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Hurricane Sandy washed up sand in this beach community leaving some streets impassable. FEMA's Public Assistance Grants will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Reeds Beach, NJ Keywords: Bay Damage Homes Reeds Beach Sand Sign Water ^ Damage ^ More

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

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 - Birmingham, Ala. , June 15, 2011 -- FEMA ensures that when communities rebuild after disasters they integrate the needs of persons with disabilities and others with access and functional needs into their community wide planning initiatives, and strengthen their ability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from and mitigate all hazards. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

The original database describes this as: Title: Helping persons with disbilities recover in Alabama Production Date: 06/15/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , June 15, 2011 -- FEMA ensures that when communities More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Biloxi, Miss. , June 29, 2011 -- Disabled person Bobby Singletary, shared her experiences during Katrina. FEMA works with local organizations to understand the special needs of the disabled community during a disaster. Photo: Chris Ragazzo (FEMA)

The original database describes this as: Title: Disabled person Bobby Singletary Production Date: 06/29/2011 Caption: Biloxi, Miss. , June 29, 2011 -- Disabled person Bobby Singletary, shared her experiences More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 18, 2011 -- The manager of the Maysa Hockey Arena provided furniture storage for displaced residence after flooding in Minot, North Dakota. Photo by: David Valdez/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Storage in Minot, North Dakota Production Date: 07/18/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 18, 2011 -- The manager of the Maysa Hockey Arena provided furniture st More

Flooding - Bismarck, N. D. , July 27, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations specialists receive training on the proper use of safey masks in the Bismarck,ND JFO. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations Specialists Production Date: 07/27/2011 Caption: Bismarck, N. D. , July 27, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations specialists receive train More

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

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

Emergency Planning and Security - Crystal City, Va. , September 12, 2011 -- Audience members at the Getting Real Conference II. The objective of the conference was to identify promising practices that strengthen the whole community's capacity to prepare for, respond to, recover from and mitigate the impact of disasters.

The original database describes this as: Title: Getting Real Confernce II Production Date: 09/12/2011 Caption: Crystal City, Va. , September 12, 2011 -- Audience members at the Getting Real Conference II. Th More

Emergency Planning and Security - Crystal City, Va. , September 12, 2011 -- Panelists speak to audience members at the Getting Real Conference II. The conference aimed to identify promising practices that strengthen the whole community's capacity to prepare for, respond to, recover from and mitigate the impact of disasters.

The original database describes this as: Title: Panelists at Getting Real Conference II Production Date: 09/12/2011 Caption: Crystal City, Va. , September 12, 2011 -- Panelists speak to audience members at t More

Emergency Planning and Security - Crystal City, Va. , September 12, 2011 -- Two participants speak during a break at the Getting Real Conference II. The conference aimed to identify promising practices that strengthen the whole community's capacity to prepare for, respond to, recover from and mitigate the impact of disasters.

The original database describes this as: Title: Participants speaking at the Getting Real Conference II Production Date: 09/12/2011 Caption: Crystal City, Va. , September 12, 2011 -- Two participants speak d More

Austin, Texas, September 29, 2011 -- FEMA is using social network programs like "twitter" to provide residents affected by disasters with information that may be useful to them. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA is using Social Network programs to reach disaster survivors Production Date: 09/29/2011 Caption: Austin, Texas, September 29, 2011 -- FEMA is using socia More

Boston, Mass. , Nov. 18, 2011 -- Participants in the International Workshop on Innovation, Diversity, and Sustainable Development in Areas of Social Vulnerability gather at the University of Massachusetts. Photo by Robert Rose/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Innovation, Diversity and Sustainable Development in Areas of Social Vulnerability Production Date: 11/18/2011 Caption: Boston, Mass. , Nov. 18, 2011 -- Partic More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Bags have been put together by a scout troop, filled with small needed items for those who have lost so much. FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers offer such items that have been donated, in addition to information of registering for assistance with FEMA. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: More

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- A local donation center in a school gymnasium helps residents affected by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA coordinates with many volunteer agencies to match those in need with those who can help. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Long Beach Island, NJ Keywords: Clothing Donations Food Help Toys Volunteers ^ Fo More

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Local Officials explain to FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate, the extent of destruction done to Brideport's famous Seaside Park, damaged first by Irene, and now Sandy. The Administrator came to Connecticut to see first-hand the damage to homes, public property and facilities. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Bridgeport, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Type More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 17, 2012 -- A volunteer from the Church of the Latter-Day Saints sorts personal possessions salvaged from a damaged home. FEMA coordinates with many volunteer agencies to match those in need with those who can help make a home liveable . Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: More

Harvey Cedars, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Mike Houston, a FEMA Disability Integration Specialist, demonstrates the use of Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) a service that FEMA is offering to applicants at the Disaster Recovery Centers. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

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

Milford, Conn., Nov. 17, 2012 -- Volunteers from the Church of the Latter-Day Saints work tirelessly clearing the yard of a home filed with storm debris. FEMA coordinates with many volunteer agencies to match those in need with those who can help make a home liveable . Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: More

Windsor, Conn., Nov. 6, 2012 -- Necessary office equipment is brought into the Connecticut Joint Field Office (JFO). FEMA, together with the state, maintains an office in the field to support the recovery functions needed to respond to a disaster. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Windsor, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: More

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 5, 2012 -- Salt water entered the homes in this neighborhood destroying heating systems, furniture and appliances. FEMA will be assisting in the cleanup effort with Public Assistance funding. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield Beach, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster More

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Utility crews are hard at work on Long Beach Island to help residents with their recovery. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Long Beach Island, NJ Keywords: Assistance Cleanup Damage Utilities rebuilding ^ More

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 5, 2012 -- This neighborhood's streets were lined with graceful giant trees, which now have fallen - taking power lines with them. Flood waters from Long Island Sound destroyed furnishings and appliances in cellars and upstairs as well. FEMA is working with the utilities to help fund the extensive repairs needed in order to return electric service in the area. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield Beach, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster More

Warwick, R.I., Dec. 18, 2012 -- The room was packed with volunteers recently for a training session at the Warwick, R.I., Joint Field Office (JFO) on how to use an evacuation chair. In case of a fire or other emergencies, the special chair enables anyone who finds it difficult or impossible to use stairs to exit a JFO quickly

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: FEMA News Photo City/State: Warwick, RI Disaster Types: Hurricane/Tropical Storm Categories: Access and Fu More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Red Cross representatives work with applicants, identifying specific needs. FEMA partners with voluntary agencies to meet the needs of disaster survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Cleanup Kits can be found at some FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers containing items needed for basic household clean-up in a safe manner. FEMA works together with volunteer agencies to bring together resources that will aid in disaster recovery. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: More

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Matt Visinski and Gerry Cooney, of Ocean County Utilities Authority, rebuild a pump damaged during Hurricane Sandy. FEMA Public Assistance Grant programs provide assistance to eligible local, county, state, and municipal governments for approved disaster-related costs. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Long Beach Island, NJ Keywords: County Damage Hurricane Public Works Repair ^ Dam More

Warwick, R.I., Dec. 18, 2012 -- Volunteers crowd around to learn how to use an emergency evacuation chair at the Rhode Island Joint Field Office

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: FEMA News Photo City/State: Warwick, RI Disasters: Rhode Island Hurricane Sandy (DR-4089) Disaster Types: More

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 5, 2012 -- This neighborhood's streets were lined with graceful giant trees, which now have fallen - taking power lines with them. FEMA is working with the utilities to help fund the extensive repairs needed in order to return electric service in the area. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield Beach, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 17, 2012 -- Volunteers from the Church of the Latter-Day Saints work tirelessly clearing the driveway and removing contents from the house. FEMA coordinates with many volunteer agencies to match those in need with those who can help make a home liveable . Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: More

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 24, 2012 -- Bilingual FEMA Community Relations Specialists Linda Martinez and Edwin Rodriquez, have explained to an applicant how she may be helped by FEMA. Whenever possible, FEMA uses field representatives who can speak in the language of the local population. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Bridgeport, CT Keywords: Applicants are Juan Lopez and his wife Carmen Gonzale More

Bayville, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Constables in Bayville, New York, load their squad car for home delivery of critical supplies to those who are unable to get to a Point of Distribution (POD). FEMA stocks centrally located PODs with food, water and blankets for disaster survivors. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Howard Greenblatt City/State: Bayville, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: F More

Windsor, Conn., Nov. 6, 2012 -- Mark Dyberg, Massachusetts Mobile Emergency Response Support detachment (MERS) works on setting up communications and internet support at the Connecticut Joint Field Office (JFO). FEMA's MERS detachments are geographically located so that communications are functional as soon as possible after a disaster event. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Windsor, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: More

Old Saybrook, Conn., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Shoreline homes in Old Saybrook suffered flooding and were pounded with sand which piled high around homes. FEMA's Public Assistance grants will become available to cites and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Old Saybrook, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Ty More

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 5, 2012 -- Fuel tanks that have been torn away from their fittings present an ecological and safety danger. FEMA is working with the utilities to help fund the inspection of properties to assure they can be safely entered. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield Beach, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster More

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 5, 2012 -- The National Guard has teams stationed at all accesses to the most severely damaged communities. FEMA Community Relations Specialists are going door to door in these neighborhoods answering questions about FEMA and how to apply for help. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield Beach, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 17, 2012 -- Volunteers from the Church of the Latter-Day Saints work tirelessly clearing the driveway of a home still waist-deep in sand. FEMA coordinates with many volunteer agencies to match those in need with those who can help make a home liveable. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: More

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Sonia Sangabriel looks through clothing donated to a local center to help storm survivors. FEMA coordinates with many volunteer agencies to match those in need with those who can help. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Long Beach Island, NJ Keywords: Clothing Donations Food Help Toys Volunteers ^ Fo More

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 5, 2012 -- This home did not sustain major damage considering the number of trees which were toppled by Hurricane Sandy. Trees are severely hampering the efforts to return power to homes and FEMA is working with the utilities helping to fund the cleanup process. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield Beach, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster More

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 5, 2012 -- Firefighters are distributing food and drinks supplied by the Salvation Army to local residents. FEMA teams up with voluntary agencies to meet the immediate needs of disaster survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield Beach, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster More

Flooding - Harrisburg, Pa. , Jan. 20, 2012 -- A FEMA Assisted Technology Go Kit which contains tools for helping survivors communicate with FEMA workers at the Disaster Recovery Center. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Recovery Center Assisted Technology Go Kit Production Date: 01/20/2012 Caption: Harrisburg, Pa. , Jan. 20, 2012 -- A FEMA Assisted Technology Go Kit More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Cobleskill, N. Y. , May 22, 2012 -- Returned leased housing units ready for government auction sit in the staging area for public inspection. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State,Tribal and local governments as they recover and rebuild. Hans Pennink/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: New York Temporary Housing Units Production Date: 05/22/2012 Caption: Cobleskill, N. Y. , May 22, 2012 -- Returned leased housing units ready for government au More

Emergency Planning and Security - Houston, Texas, June 28, 2012 -- FEMA Dep. Administrator Rich Serino kicks off the June FEMA Think Tank. The event was the seventh most tweeted about topic that day. FEMA/Earl Armstrong

The original database describes this as: Title: June Think Tank Begins Production Date: 06/28/2012 Caption: Houston, Texas, June 28, 2012 -- FEMA Dep. Administrator Rich Serino kicks off the June FEMA Think More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Perry, Fla. , July 25, 2012 -- Community Relations Specialist Stephen Huffstutler answers questions at the Taylor County Senior Center. FEMA's Community Relations staff identify those affected to help them get back on their feet. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Staff Meet with Seniors Production Date: 07/25/2012 Caption: Perry, Fla. , July 25, 2012 -- Community Relations Specialist Stephen Huffstut More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm - LaPlace, La. , Sep. 11, 2012 -- Different communication devices are available in the Disaster Recovery Center for hearing impaired individuals to use when registering for disaster assistance with FEMA. FEMA is committed to providing assistance to individuals with access and functional needs. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Equippment for Persons with Access and Functional Needs Production Date: 09/11/2012 Caption: LaPlace, La. , Sep. 11, 2012 -- Different communication devi More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- Carol Murphy, an American Red Cross (ARC) Volunteer, explains the role of the ARC when located within a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to new arrived FEMA Corps workers. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

White River, Mich., July 30, 2013 -- Muskegon County Road Maintenance Superintendent Laurie Peterson, views this very dangerous road washout. FEMA Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grants become available following application and inspection and cover a significant portion of the cost of repair. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: White River, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Ne More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- FEMA's Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS), have brought in special vehicles providing initial communications support as the first Disaster Recovery Centers open in Hattiesburg. MERS staff and equipment are used in the FEMA Disaster Response Mission, providing logistical, life support, operations, and telecommunication support during the early stages of disaster response activities. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Cooperville, Mich., July 24, 2013 --Storm Damage to this large culvert and service road at Eastmanville Farm State Park, are among Ottawa County damaged facilities need of federal funds to restore and replace. FEMA Public Assistance Grants are available following application and inspection to cover at least 75% of the cost of repair. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Needs ^ Debris ^ Mitigation ^ O More

Moore, Okla., June 3, 2013 -- American Red Cross volunteer Dr. Kriss Wiant is walking through this destroyed area on a mental health outreach mission to find anyone who may need help. The experience of losing loved ones, possessions, and home would be a trauma for anyone and that is what the deadly EF-5 May 20 tornado did for many Oklahomans. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: Red Cross volunteer VOLAG mental health outreach ^ Outreac More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 6, 2013 -- Jeffrey Rent, Mississippi Emergency Management Agency Director of External Affairs and Kyle Hopkins, Hattiesburg Emergency Management Operations Officer, are interviewed by Ted Tibbett on radio station WMXI. FEMA works closely with state and local Emergency Management to share information and resources to those affected by the storms of February 10th. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

El Reno, Okla., June 14, 2013 -- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Specialist Lon Conner speaks with a disaster survivor at FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) #6 which opened today. DRC's provide many services at one location for storm survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: El Reno, OK Keywords: DRC Individual Assiistance Hazard Mitigation special nee More

Sea Bright, N.J., Jan. 14, 2013 -- Dumpsters are sitting in front of homes as residents clean up after Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working to provide assistance to people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Sea Bright, NJ Keywords: Cleanup Dumpster Debris Homes House Disasters: New Jers More

White River, Mich., July 30, 2013 -- Ken Hulka, Manager/Director of the Muskegon County Road Commission talks with Robert Penn, Public Assistance Specialist, about how best to approach repair and mitigation so that the road will not wash out during future significant storms. FEMA Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grants become available following application and inspection, to cover a significant amount of the cost of repair. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: White River, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Ne More

Grand Rapids, Mich., July 19, 2013 --Kathleen "Kat" Murray, Public Assistance Crew Leader, answers questions for an applicant. FEMA works closely with state and local government representatives providing step by step guidance as they go through the application process. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Grand Rapids, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional N More

White River, Mich., July 30, 2013 -- Gary Scarbrough, Hazard Mitigation Specialist, talks with Ken Hulka, Manager/Director of the Muskegon County Road Commission about how this large culvert's seams were damaged during the flooding. FEMA Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grants become available following application and inspection and cover a significant portion of the cost of repair. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: White River, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Ne More

Kentwood, Mich., July 22, 2013 --Lonnie Quinn, Accountable Property Manager, gives a "heads up". The Accountable Property Office is just one of the background operations within a joint field office (JFO), responsible for equipment assignments during a declared disaster. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Kentwood, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Needs More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- Many of the homes in this subdivision are considered a total loss and residents are removing their possessions. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center nearby to assist the local residents with easy access to services provided by FEMA, the Small Business Administration and the American Red Cross. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- FEMA officials assess Juanita Moore's home for the STEP Program. The FEMA STEP program assists homeowners returning to their homes which have been damaged by a distaster. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Ocean City, NJ Keywords: Housing Power Repair Shelter recovery ^ Repair ^ Recover More

Shawnee, Okla., May 28, 2013 -- At the Cooper Technology disaster service center, Salvation Army interviews May 19-20 tornado survivors who need financial and/or other personal services. Volunteer agencies like Salvation army are important FEMA partners in disaster response. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Shawnee, OK Keywords: volunteer volag ^ Volunteer ^ VOLAG Disaster Types: Sev More

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- FEMA officials assess a home for the STEP Program. The STEP Program helps people in disasters get back into their homes quickly and safely. Steve Zumwalt FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Ocean City, NJ Keywords: Housing Power Repair Shelter recovery ^ Repair ^ Recover More

Kentwood, Mich., July 22, 2013 --Telecommunications Manager Donald (Skip) Inman, checks a connection. FEMA's logistics specialists work quietly in the background at a Field Office, constantly monitoring all communications making sure there are no unnecessary interruptions in services. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Kentwood, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Needs More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Kath Mayne, an American Red Cross volunteer, listens to a survivor, identifying her needs. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can obtain help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration and the American Red Cross, all in one visit. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Kelli Hamilton, Mississippi State Recovery Center Manager, in discussion with Angela White Carter, SE Mississippi Long Term Recovery Voluntary Organization in Active Disasters Representative. FEMA has set up a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Petal so that survivors can help from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, Mississippi Emergency Operations and voluntary agencies, all in one place. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Kentwood, Mich., July 24, 2013 --Classroom space is tight for a two-day workshop in using the Emergency Management Mission Integrated Environment (EMMIE) grant tracking program. Information and data sharing is important to the grant application and tracking process. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Kentwood, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Needs More

Kentwood, Mich., July 17, 2013 --Julie Johnston, Area Engineer for the USDOT, Federal Highway Adminstration, gives a presentation about the Department of Transportation's policies and procedures pertaining to recovery and repair of federal roadways. Information sharing sessions are important so that resources are better utilized in the recovery effort. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Kentwood, MI Keywords: Julie Johnston ^ Area Engineer for the USDOT ^ Federal More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 4, 2013 -- Darrell Lewis, an R3SM (Recover Rebuild Restore Southeast Mississippi) volunteer carpenter, prepares a room for plastering. This building is being used by FEMA Corps and other volunteers that have come to work in the Hattisburg area. Presently housing 45 volunteers, they will be able to house at least 60 once the second floor is completed. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Kentwood, Mich., July 22, 2013 --Gary Ferrara, Information Technology Specialist, programs a FEMA computer for new local hire Annika van Raalte. Every disaster field office has a team of IT Specialists on board to make sure all communications are functional and secure. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Kentwood, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Needs More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Oak Grove resident Erving Carr, sits in the remains of his home, thankful to have survived the EF-4 tornado. Mr. Carr and his wife survived without serious injury by hiding under the mattress in the bedroom. FEMA representatives are going door to door in these rural areas, offering assistance and information to help restore lives. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 15, 2013 -- FEMA External Affairs Officer Earl Armstrong provides the registration phone number to Michael Webb so he can help his father apply for assistance. FEMA staff is on the ground in Hattiesburg, providing information to help residents initiate the FEMA recovery process. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

L197 - Integrating Access & Functional Needs into Emergency Planning course organizers and intructors pose for a picture in Greene County, Missouri

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-11 12:10:12 UTC Photographer Name: Bill Koplitz Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Kentwood, Mich., July 29, 2013 --Human Resources Team Manager Betty Hudson welcomes local hire Kelly Ten Harmseol to the Information Technology team at Michigan's Joint Field Office (JFO). Local Hires are welcome members of FEMA's staff, providing local knowledge and augmenting FEMA's Reservist and permanent staff. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Kentwood, MI Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Technological Categories: Access and More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Karrie Beardall, Disaster Recovery Center Manager, talks with an applicant and brings her a degree of comfort. FEMA's mission in a Recovery Center is not only to answer questions concerning applications, but to give survivors a place to talk with staff that cares and understands their stress. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Lowell, Mich., July 20, 2013 --Flooding caused a manhole collapse and a large sinkhole in downtown Lowell. Emergency repairs were done and the City has filed for a Public Assistance grant. FEMA's Public Assistance grants can cover 75% or more of uninsured expenses when the damage was caused by a declared disaster. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Lowell, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Needs ^ More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 15, 2013 -- Teams of telephone workers have come to Hattiesburg from Picayune, MS to assist in restoring service to local residents. FEMA is working with the utility companies to provide Public Assistance aid to those counties affected by the tornadoes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 1, 2013 -- This Red Cross van is parked at the First Trinity Baptist Church on Mobile Street, handing out snacks and other small items to local residents. American Red Cross volunteers are positioning their trucks in locations where they can provide food and supplies to workers and disaster survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Shawnee, Okla., May 27, 2013 -- A Salvation Army Mobile Feeding Unit is parked in front of Cleveland County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at Little Axe Elementary School. DRC's provide many disaster related services for the May 19-20 tornado survivors at one location. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Shawnee, OK Keywords: DRC Individual Assistance ^ DRC ^ Individual assistance More

Marseilles, Ill., May 24, 2013 -- FEMA Disability Integration Advisor David Svir trains FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) Manager Paul Buffington and FEMA Applicant Specialist Roberta Washington on the proper use of various visual and auditory aids available inside the DRC to assist people with hearing, visual and language barriers. Disaster Recovery Centers are open across the state of Illinois assisting survivors following the severe storms, straightline winds and flooding that caused damage to thousands of homes in April and May 2013. David Fine/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: David Fine City/State: Marseilles, IL Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Access and Funct More

Marseilles, Ill., May 24, 2013 -- FEMA Disability Integration Advisor David Svir uses sign language to describe the proper use of various visual and auditory aids available inside the DRC to assist people with hearing, visual and language barriers. Disaster Recovery Centers are open across the state of Illinois assisting survivors following the severe storms, straightline winds and flooding that caused damage to thousands of homes in April and May 2013. David Fine/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: David Fine City/State: Marseilles, IL Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Access and Funct More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The American Red Cross has set up distribution centers and food trucks in the most heavily damaged neighborhoods. FEMA works with many volunteer agencies to bring help to those affected by the tornado of February 10th. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Oak Grove resident Erving Carr, sits alone in the remains of his home after the area has been bulldozed. FEMA representatives are going door to door in these rural areas, offering assistance and information to help restore lives. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Oak Grove, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (D More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) has opened at the Lamar County Community Center in Hattiesburg. FEMA DRCs provide a "one stop" help center to aid tornado survivors file for FEMA grants and Small Business Administration Loans. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding More

Marquette, Mich., July 16, 2013 --State Coordinating Officer (SCO) Capt. Chirs Kelenske, center, and FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Mark Neveau, right, and several emergency management specialists arrive on the Upper Peninsula for the Applicant Briefing in L'Anse. FEMA is reaching out to the eligible counties of the Upper Peninsula by offering grants to local governments and private nonprofit entities so they can receive the dollars they need to rebuild. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Marquette, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Need More

Moore, Okla., June 7, 2013 -- As requested by the May 20 tornado survivor, Samaritan's Purse volunteers search for a walking cane lost in the storm. Volunteer groups like this provide much needed personal recovery services and are important FEMA partners in disaster response. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: VOLAG volunteers Samaritan's Purse Individual Assistance ^ More

Galena, AK, September 9, 2013 -- FEMA leadership tour the Yukon-Koyukuk Elder Assisted Living Facility which was flooded after a severe ice jam. FEMA is working closely with the State of Alaska, their partners and tribal entities to assist in the recovery efforts. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Galena, AK Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Needs ^ Com More

Grand Rapids, Mich., July 16, 2013 --State Public Information Officer (PIO) Ron Leix, discusses the upcoming Applicant Briefing scheduled in Baraga County with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Mark Neveau. FEMA is reaching out to the eligible counties of the Upper Peninsula by offering grants to local governments and private nonprofit entities so they can receive the dollars they need to rebuild. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Grand Rapids, MI Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Access a More

Marseilles, Ill., May 24, 2013 -- FEMA Disability Integration Advisor David Svir makes a test call using the CapTel captioning service to the Blackberry of FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Manager Paul Buffington and FEMA Applicant Specialist Roberta Washington during a training session on the proper use of various visual and auditory aids available inside the DRC to assist people with hearing, visual and language barriers. Disaster Recovery Centers are open across the state of Illinois assisting survivors following the severe storms, straightline winds and flooding that caused damage to thousands of homes in April and May 2013. David Fine/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: David Fine City/State: Marseilles, IL Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Severe Storm Categories: Access and Funct More

Petal, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- A Samaritan's Purse volunteer takes pride in cleaning out a damaged home, sweeping up the last of the plaster that was removed from the walls. Volunteers are an essential workforce in the recovery effort, working tirelessly gutting homes so they can be restored. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41 More

Moore, Okla., May 22, 2013 -- At the First Baptist Church recovery center, Red Cross and Southern Baptist Disaster Relief are providing food service to disaster survivors and responders; Southern Baptist prepares the meals and Red Cross delivers and distributes them. Red Cross and Southern Baptist Disaster Relief are important FEMA partners in disaster recovery services for survivors of the deadly May 20 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: volunteer Red Cross: Southern Baptist Disaster Relief ^ Vo More

Dewar, Okla., June 10, 2013 -- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Specialist Lon Conner speaks with a May 30-31 flood survivor. Federal, state, and local officials are here today conducting a Private Property Preliminary Damage Assessment which is a required procedure in support of the state's request for federal disaster funds. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-06-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Dewar, OK Keywords: Individual Assistance PDA vertical inspection; special nee More

Moore, Okla., May 26, 2013 -- As part of a FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Team (DSAT), FEMA STAT Director Carter Hewgley provides on-site registration to a resident whose home was destroyed in the May 20 tornado.This new, on-site registration capability is especially helpful for those with special needs. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: DSAT registration on-site registration wheel chair special More

Lyons, Mich., July 25, 2013 --Susan Craft, DPW Maintenance Superintendent, points out to FEMA Project Specialist Ron Hamilton how sandbagging in this area prevented more extensive damage to the town. FEMA Public Assistance Grants are available following application and inspection to cover at least 75% of the cost of repair and emergency measures. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Lyons, MI Disaster Types: Flooding Categories: Access and Functional Needs ^ More

Moore, Okla., May 26, 2013 -- This injured survivor of the May 20 tornado has returned home to begin clean-up and recovery. After the expedited Presidential disaster declaration, FEMA is present with assistance for eligible individuals and the community. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Moore, OK Keywords: injured survivor IA ^ IA ^ injured survivor Disaster Type More

Jamestown, Colo., Sep. 15, 2013 -- The small mountain town of 300 has been cut off because of Boulder County flood. FEMA Urban Search & Rescue (US&R) teams deployed to the state to help in Search and Rescue operations. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-09-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Jamestown, CO Keywords: 4145 Colorado FEMA Jamestown Nebraska Task force 1 Rescue More