Milford, Conn., Nov. 8, 2012 -- In an area that saw many oceanfront homes totally destroyed, this concrete seawall saved these homes. FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Division provides information for making homes safer using various mitigation techniques. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 23, 2012 -- The ocean side and sidewalls of this home were designed to not resist the ocean's fury. The result was minimal damage. FEMA is in the area giving mitigation workshops at local hardware outlets, to help survivors understand proper reconstruction design. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Many waterfront homes have been damaged beyond repair along the coastline of Milford. FEMA is working to assist residents affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 17, 2012 -- Up and down the coast, supports of concrete have failed. FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Division has specialists in Connecticut able to provide information to homeowners on improved techniques for rebuilding. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 19, 2012 -- Up and down the coast, supports of concrete have failed. FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Division has specialists in Connecticut able to provide information to homeowners on improved techniques for rebuilding. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 23, 2012 -- This old seawall remained strong protecting the homes behind it, but old weather beaten pilings once buried in the wall make an unusual sight. FEMA is in the area with Disaster Recovery Centers open to help survivors apply for assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Many waterfront homes have been damaged beyond repair along the coastline of Milford. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary, faith-based and community-based organizations, and the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 8, 2012 -- In an area that saw many oceanfront homes totally destroyed, this concrete seawall saved these homes. FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Division provides information for making homes safer using various mitigation techniques. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

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Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC

Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo

City/State: Milford, CT

Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087)

Disaster Types: Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm

Categories: Debris ^ Mitigation
Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

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2012

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