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Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Montgomery, Ala. , May 5, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne speaks at the presentation of a gift of disaster supplies to the state of Alabama from Japan. The commodities were given as a symbol of the appreciation of the Japanese Government for the assistance from the United States during their recent devastating earthquake and tsunami and in paying respect to the people of Alabama who suffered from the tornadoes of April 28. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Donation of Disaster Supplies to Alabama from Japan Production Date: 05/05/2011 Caption: Montgomery, Ala. , May 5, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Mi More

Tornado - Montgomery, Ala. , May 5, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne speaks with Takuji Hanatani, Consul General of Japan in Atlanta (left) and Nakazawa Keiichiro at the presentation of a gift of disaster supplies to the state of Alabama from Japan. The commodities were given as a symbol of the appreciation of the Japanese Government for the assistance from the United States during their recent devastating earthquake and tsunami and in paying respect to the people of Alabama who suffered from the tornadoes of April 28. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Gift of Disaster Supplies from Japan to the State of Alabama Production Date: 05/05/2011 Caption: Montgomery, Ala. , May 5, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating O More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Montgomery, Ala. , May 5, 2011 -- Takuji Hanatani, Consul General of Japan in Atlanta, speaks at the presentation of a gift of disaster supplies to the state of Alabama from Japan. Attorney General Luther Strange (right) accepted the gift on behalf of the state. FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne is at left. The commodities were given as a symbol of the appreciation of the Japanese Government for the assistance from the United States during their recent devastating earthquake and tsunami and in paying respect to the people of Alabama who suffered from the tornadoes of April 28. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Commodity Donation to Alabama from Japan Production Date: 05/05/2011 Caption: Montgomery, Ala. , May 5, 2011 -- Takuji Hanatani, Consul General of Jap More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, left, gets a tour of Marine 9 Fire Boat II from Fire fighter Brian Masterson. The fire boat, which serves all of New York Harbor, is docked at the FDNY Marine 9 Barracks at the former Navy Homeport site in Stapleton, Staten Island. The fireboat received some damage from the storm surge following Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- Administrator Craig Fugate, second from left, speaks to Bellevue Hospital senior staff about ways to move forward with repairs and funding to make the hospital fully functional again. He is joined by FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, third from right, and Commissioner of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES), Jerome M. Hauer, left. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 --Administrator Craig Fugate, left, and FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right, get a tour of Bellevue Hospital in Manhatten, by Associate Executive Director of Facilities Management, Michael Rawlings, center. The orange line on the wall indicates how high the flood waters were after Hurricane Sandy. Due to due to the continuing efforts of abatement, visitors are required to wear a face mask and rubber boots.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, gets a tour of Bellevue Hospital in Manhatten, Byrne was joined by FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate and they received a tour of the facility and the damage that was caused by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, at podium, and FEMA Individual Assistance Program Specialist, Luis Vazquez, left, address questions from members of the Rockaway community about federal assistance. The town hall meeting was moderated by Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder and had state, local and federal representatives to discuss the concerns of residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, has dinner aboard the Training Ship Empire State VI, docked on the East River at the foot of the Throgs Neck Bridge. FEMA Corps Volunteers and Surge Capacity Force volunteers for Hurricane Sandy have had accommodations aboard the ship. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, left, talks with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right, during a tour of Bellevue Hospital in lower Manhatten. The hospital was severely impacted by Hurricane Sandy and is in the process of doing abatement and repairs in areas that were flooded during the storm. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, second from left, talks to TSA Administrator John Pistole, right, and TSA Federal Security Director and head of the TSA Support center, John Della Jacono, second from right, and Cheryl Seminara of the Surge Capacity Force Individual Assistance at the Individual Assistance Surge Force call center located at FEMA's Joint Field Office. The Surge force members are making call outs to individuals who have expressed additional needs when calling to apply for assistance. Residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to apply for assistance through FEMA.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, left, along with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, center, get a tour of damage caused by Hurricane Sandy at the Coney Island Hospital by Director of Facilities, Daniel Collins. They were joined by hospital administration and were shown areas of the hospital impacted by Hurricane Sandy and were flooded. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, center, speaks about mitigation steps to Coney Island Hospital Director of Facilities, Daniel Collins, right, along with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, left. Collins gave a tour of areas that were flooded due to Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, second from right, and State Department of Financial Services, Senior Advisor to the Superintendent, Martin Schwartzman, second from left, talk to local residents after a town hall meeting held with local, state and federal officials at public school 277, to discuss issues surrounding the Gerritson Beach community. Residents who have not yet applied for assistance and were impacted by Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to apply for assistance. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, standing, talks to Applicant Program Service Specialists at the Disaster Recovery Center that has been set up at the local IKEA to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Residents are encouraged to visit the center to register for assistance if they have not done so, or to visit if they have questions regarding their applications or to get information about other programs for which they may be available. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- Administrator Craig Fugate, second from left, listens to a briefing at Bellevue Hospital from senior staff, along with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right, and Commissioner of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES), Jerome M. Hauer, left. Administrator Fugate discussed the progress being made at the hospital after being impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2012 --TSA Surge Force member Cheryl Seminara, left, of the Surge Capacity Force Individual Assistance call center speaks to FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, second from left, TSA Administrator John Pistole, right, and TSA Federal Security Director and head of the TSA Support center, John Della Jacono, second from right,and other team members at the Individual Assistance Surge Force call center located at FEMA's Joint Field Office. The Surge force volunteers are making call outs to individuals who have expressed additional needs when calling to apply for assistance. Residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to apply for assistance through FEMA.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right, talks to FEMA Corps members aboard the Training Ship Empire State VI, docked on the East River at the foot of the Throgs Neck Bridge. The ship has provided accommodations for volunteers from FEMA Corps and Federal Surge groups who have come to assist in the recovery efforts for Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right, gets a tour of Fireboat II, docked at Marine 9 station from Fire fighter Brian Masterson. The fire boat, which serves all of New York Harbor, is docked at the FDNY Marine 9 Barracks at the former Navy Home port site in Stapleton, Staten Island. The fireboat received some damage from the storm surge following Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- Bellevue Hospital Associate Executive Director of Facilities Management, Michael Rawlings, center, explains the damage incurred by Hurricane Sandy to Administrator Craig Fugate, second from left, and FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, left. The orange line on the wall indicates how high the flood waters were after Hurricane Sandy. Due to the continuing efforts of abatement, visitors are required to wear a face mask and rubber boots. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, center, talks to CNN reporter Susan Candiotti outside of the house of Vincent Ribaudo of Grant City. , Ribaudo was receiving assistance with electrical repairs by the FEMA STEP program. FEMA designed, in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power (STEP) Pilot Program to assist State, local and Tribal governments in performing work and services essential to saving lives, protecting public health and safety, and protecting property. In particular, FEMA intends STEP to provide essential power to affected residences, thereby reducing the demand for other shelter options and allowing individuals to return to or remain in their home. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, second from right, and Mark Peterson, ESF-15 Director, speak to lifelong resident of Gerritson Beach, Alice Mc Menemy, left, prior to a town hall meeting held with local, state and federal officials at public school 277, to discuss issues surrounding the Gerritson Beach community. Residents who have not yet applied for assistance and were impacted by Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to apply for assistance. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, standing, left, talks to Surge volunteers from Transportation Security Association (TSA) and US Coast Guard in the Massachusetts Maritime Academy Relief Ship, TS Kennedy mess hall. Volunteers from a number of agencies who have come to help with community relations activities in response to Hurricane Sandy have sleeping accommodations on the ship. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 --Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, left, gets a tour of the pumps in Fire boat II, docked at Marine 9 station from Fire fighter Brian Masterson. The fire boat, which serves all of New York Harbor, is docked at the FDNY Marine 9 Barracks at the former Navy Homeport site in Stapleton, Staten Island. The fireboat received some damage from the storm surge following Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne meets with Transportation Security Administration Surge volunteer Sharon Buckley aboard the Training Ship Empire State VI, docked on the East River at the foot of the Throgs Neck Bridge. The ship has housed FEMA Corps and SURGE volunteers responding to Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- State Senator Martin Golden, left, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, center, and NYC Community Affairs Unit, Brooklyn Director Andrew Olsen, respond to questions during a town hall meeting held with local, state and federal officials at public school 277, to discuss issues surrounding the Gerritson Beach community. Residents who have not yet applied for assistance and were impacted by Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to apply for assistance. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, at podium, responds to questions during a town hall meeting held with local, state and federal officials at public school 277, to discuss issues surrounding the Gerritson Beach community. Residents who have not yet applied for assistance and were impacted by Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to apply for assistance. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- Senior Vice President of Coney Island Hospital Arthur Wagner, center, gives a tour of damaged areas of the hospital to FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, second from left, and FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right, along with other hospital staff. The hospital, located close to the coast, experienced high flood waters from the storm. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne swearing in New York residents as local hires to assist residents in Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: Recovery ^ Hurricane ^ Federal ^ FEMA ^ local ^ sandy ^ F More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate confers with Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne speak at the FEMA Initial Operating Facility. FEMA staff from across the country are gathering here to help the survivors of Hurricane Sandy recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: NY_4085_ ^ FEMA Administrator:FCO:IOF Disasters: New Y More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 --Administrator Craig Fugate, right, along with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, left, get a tour of damage caused by Hurricane Sandy at the Coney Island Hospital. They were joined by hospital administration and were shown areas of the hospital impacted by Hurricane Sandy. This particular room has imaging equipment that was destroyed by the storm surge waters.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, standing, talks to Applicant Program Service Specialists at the Disaster Recovery Center that has been set up at the local IKEA to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Residents are encouraged to visit the center to register for assistance if they have not done so, or to visit if they have questions regarding their applications or to get information about other programs for which they may be available. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, left, talks to CNN reporter Susan Candiotti outside of the house of Vincent Ribaudo of Grant City. Ribaudo was receiving assistance with electrical repairs by the STEP program. FEMA designed, in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power (STEP) Pilot Program to assist State, local and Tribal governments in performing work and services essential to saving lives, protecting public health and safety, and protecting property. In particular, FEMA intends STEP to provide essential power to affected residences, thereby reducing the demand for other shelter options and allowing individuals to return to or remain in their home. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, at podium, addresses questions from members of the Rockaway community about federal assistance. The town hall meeting was moderated by Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder and had state, local and federal representatives to discuss the concerns of residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 --FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, center, listens to Senior Vice President of Coney Island Hospital Arthur Wagner second from left, along with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, second from right, during a tour of flood damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. Flood waters damaged many of the operational components of the hospital.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 --Bellevue Hospital Associate Executive Director of Facilities Management, Michael Rawlings, center, explains the damage incurred by Hurricane Sandy to Administrator Craig Fugate, left, and FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right. Due to the continuing efforts of abatement, visitors are required to wear protective gear when going into areas where cleanup continues.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disaster Types: Hurricane/Tropical Storm Categories: DHS leader More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right, talks to Surge capacity force volunteer Peter Zarella at the registration of the Disaster Recovery Center at the local IKEA to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Residents are encouraged to visit the center to register for assistance if they have not done so, or to visit if they have questions regarding their applications or to get information about other programs for which they may be available. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, at podium, addresses questions from members of the Rockaway community about federal assistance. The town hall meeting was moderated by Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder and had state, local and federal representatives to discuss the concerns of residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, left, along with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, center, get a tour of damage caused by Hurricane Sandy at the Coney Island Hospital by Director of Facilities, Daniel Collins. They were joined by hospital administration and were shown areas of the hospital impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, left, talks to FEMA Corps members aboard the Training Ship Empire State VI, docked on the East River at the foot of the Throgs Neck Bridge. The ship has provided accommodations for volunteers from FEMA Corps and Federal Surge groups who have come to assist in the recovery efforts for Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, center, gets a tour of Coney Island Hospital from Director of Facilities Daniel Collins, right, along with, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne. Major medical equipment was destroyed due to flood waters caused from Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2012 -- Transportation Security Administration Administrator John Pistole, left, talks to FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne at the Individual Assistance Surge force call center located at FEMA's Joint Field Office. The Surge force volunteers are making call outs to individuals who have expressed additional needs when calling to apply for assistance. Residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to apply for assistance through FEMA. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, second from left, meets with FEMA Deputy Administrator of Protection and National Preparedness, Timothy Manning, second from right, along with Deputy FCO, Phil Parr, right, and ESF15 Director, Mark Peterson, left at the Joint Field Office. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right, talks to Applicant Program Service Specialists at the Disaster Recovery Center that has been set up at the local IKEA to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Residents are encouraged to visit the center to register for assistance if they have not done so, or to visit if they have questions regarding their applications or to get information about other programs for which they may be available. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408 More

Queens, N.Y., Jan. 4, 2013 -- Flat Stella visits the FEMA Joint Field Office (JFO) in Queens, NY to attend meetings with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, FEMA partners and associates. Here she is looking at a map that shows food distribution points for people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurric More

Queens, N.Y., Jan. 4, 2013 -- Flat Stella and Flat Stanley visit the FEMA Joint Field Office (JFO) in Queens, NY to attend meetings with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, FEMA partners and associates. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurric More

Queens, N.Y., Jan. 4, 2013 -- Flat Stella and Flat Stanley visit the FEMA Joint Field Office (JFO) in Queens, NY to attend meetings with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, FEMA partners and associates. FEMA is working with many federal partners and voluntary organizations to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurric More

Queens, N.Y., Jan. 4, 2013 -- Flat Stella and Flat Stanley visit the FEMA Joint Field Office (JFO) in Queens, NY to attend meetings with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, FEMA partners and associates. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurric More