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Long Island, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- These gas tanks are ready for disposal. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prepare chemicals for disposal in orphan containers found in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Hurricane Sandy moved hundreds of hazardous chemical containers from homes and businesses into the marshland. FEMA has assigned EPA with the mission of collecting and disposing the chemicals. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

Long Island, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- These gas tanks are ready for dispo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Long Island, NY Keywords: Hazard ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ floods ^ sandy ^ New Yor... More

Union Beach, N.J., Jan. 4, 2013 -- It may look like the table is set at Jakeabob's Bay Restaurant in Union Beach New Jersey. Unfortunately, Hurricane Sandy's devastating storm tidal surge destroyed the restaurant. The owners took their expertise on the road, literally, by feeding Union Beach residents and volunteers on the roadside for months. Photo by FEMA, Wendell A. Davis Jr

Union Beach, N.J., Jan. 4, 2013 -- It may look like the table is set a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Wendell Davis Jr City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: Hurricane ^ sandy ^ New Jersey ^ NJ ^ restaurant ^ W... More

Fire Island, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 --vThe shipwreck of the Bessie White was unearthed from it's grave by Hurricane Sandy. Prior to the storm, the wooden remains were unseen by visitors to the island. She was lost in the fog in 1920, and not seen again until Sandy took away the layers of sand that hid her. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Fire Island, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 --vThe shipwreck of the Bessie White ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: Fire Island, NY Keywords: Hurricane ^ sandy ^ Discovery ^ shipwreck ^ woode... More

Fire Island, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- The shipwreck of the Bessie White was unearthed from it's grave by Hurricane Sandy. Prior to the storm, the wooden remains were unseen by visitors to the island. She was lost in the fog in 1920, and not seen again until Hurricane Sandy took away the layers of sand that hid her. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Fire Island, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- The shipwreck of the Bessie White ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: Fire Island, NY Keywords: Hurricane ^ sandy ^ Discovery ^ shipwreck ^ woode... More

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 --Visitors from around the world returned to Liberty Island for the official reopening of the Statue of Liberty. Hurricane Sandy flooded 75% of the island in October 2012 causing major damage to its infrastructure and facilities. The Statue was reopened on July 4th following eight months of extensive repairs. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 --Visitors from around the world re...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Liberty Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ Ceremony ^ opening ^ NY408... More

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 --Visitors from around the world returned to Liberty Island for the official reopening of the Statue of Liberty. Hurricane Sandy flooded 75% of the Island in October 2012 causing major damage to its infrastructure and facilities. The Statue was reopened on July 4th following eight months of extensive repairs. Visitors waited in line to board the ferry for the return trip to Manhattan. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 --Visitors from around the world re...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Liberty Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ Ceremony ^ opening ^ NY408... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- The New Jersey Transit Terminal is an important historic building which suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Sandy's storm surge, and recovery is underway. FEMA Public Assistance funds may reimburse a portion of repair costs for historic preservation and storm recovery. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- The New Jersey Transit Terminal is an ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: historic preservation PA Hurricane Sandy ^ PA ^ historic... More

Scituate, Mass., Oct. 31, 2012 -- The few summer homes left standing after the Perfect Storm in 1991, have survived Hurricane Sandy. Following the 1991 storm, these homes were elevated to meet FEMA standards. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Scituate, Mass., Oct. 31, 2012 -- The few summer homes left standing a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-31 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Scituate, MA Disasters: Massachusetts Hurricane Sandy (EM-3350) Disaster Type... More

Scituate, Mass., Oct. 31, 2012 -- The few summer homes left standing after the Perfect Storm in 1991, have survived Hurricane Sandy. Following the 1991 storm, these homes were elevated to meet FEMA standards. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Scituate, Mass., Oct. 31, 2012 -- The few summer homes left standing a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-31 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Scituate, MA Disasters: Massachusetts Hurricane Sandy (EM-3350) Disaster Type... More

Scituate, Mass., Oct. 31, 2012 -- The few summer homes left standing after the Perfect Storm in 1991, have survived Hurricane Sandy. Following the 1991 storm, these homes were elevated to meet FEMA standards. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Scituate, Mass., Oct. 31, 2012 -- The few summer homes left standing a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-31 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Scituate, MA Disasters: Massachusetts Hurricane Sandy (EM-3350) Disaster Type... More

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 -- Hurricane Sandy flooded 75 percent of the island in October 2012, causing major damage to its infrastructure and facilities. The statue was reopened on July 4th following eight months of extensive repairs. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 -- Hurricane Sandy flooded 75 perce...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hur... More

Liberty Island, N.Y., May 6, 2013 -- Statue of Liberty facilities were damaged during Hurricane Sandy with nearly 75% of the island under water. Many of the brick paths around the island were damaged. Palettes of pavers are positioned around the island where workers will be relaying about 50,000 pavers. Repairs are now underway to prepare the island for the July 4th reopening. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Liberty Island, N.Y., May 6, 2013 -- Statue of Liberty facilities were...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Liberty Island, NY Keywords: Damage ^ FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ storm surge ^ rep... More

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 --Visitors from around the world returned to Liberty Island for the official reopening of the Statue of Liberty. Hurricane Sandy flooded 75% of the island in October 2012 causing major damage to its infrastructure and facilities. The Statue was reopened on July 4th following eight months of extensive repairs. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 --Visitors from around the world re...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Liberty Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ Ceremony ^ opening ^ NY408... More

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 --The Media gets set up to cover the official reopening ceremony for the Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island which will open to the public for the first time since Hurricane Sandy made landfall on October 29, 2012. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell will join New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis, New Jersey Senator Robert Menedez and other dignitaries in a ceremony and ribbon cutting on Liberty Island to celebrate. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 --The Media gets set up to cover th...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey City/State: Liberty Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ Ceremony ^ opening ^ NY408... More

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 -- The passenger dock destroyed by the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy was rebuilt in time for the official reopening of the Statue of Liberty. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Liberty Island, N.Y., July 4, 2013 -- The passenger dock destroyed by ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-05-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hur... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- (Nov. 12 2012) Capt. David De La Cruz, Lt. Cdr. Sara Woody and Lt. Michael Muni, assigned to the U.S. Public Health Service Rapid Deployment Force 2 (RDF-2), welcome visitors to the Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. RDF-2 deployed to Brookdale Hospital in Brooklyn, N.Y. at Arnold and Marie Schwartz Comprehensive Health Care Center to provide care to nursing home patients displaced by Hurricane Sandy. (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Ratcliff, USN/Released)

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- (Nov. 12 2012) Capt. David De La Cruz...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patrick Ratcliff City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ USPHS ^ RDF-2 ^ Brookdale Hosp... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- These volunteers are removing sheet rock, ruined possessions, and other hazardous material before mold can become a problem. Organizations such as this help save many homes and have been important partners in FEMA's effort to help Hurricane Sandy survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- These volunteers are removing sheet...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: VOAD IA volunteers Sumaritans Purse ^ IA ^ volunteers... More

New York, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Welder repairing massive heating pipes in Chinatown, racing to ensure Hurricane Sandy survivors stay warm in the winter months ahead. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents affected by Hurricane Sandy. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Welder repairing massive heating pipe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Chinatown ^ Damage Flood Hurricane Sandy New York Ci... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- This floor is being replaced, and sheet rock recently repaired at the Dual Language Charter School because of extensive flood damage from Hurricane Sandy. FEMA Public Assistance funds may reimburse a portion of recovery costs. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- This floor is being replaced, and shee...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: School PA Hurricane Sandy FEMA ^ School ^ FEMA ^ PA ^ hu... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Teams on the ground delivering information to survivors of Hurricane Sandy in the Coney Island area. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Teams on...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: CR Community Realtions Coney Island FEMA Hurrica... More

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Community Relations Specialists John Kosciolek and Helaine Kephart identify roads to a recently accessible area on the Connecticut coastline. FEMA teams are visiting these areas, providing information and answering questions for storm survivors seeing their homes for the first time since evacuating for Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Fairfield Beach, Conn., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Community Relations Specialist...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Fairfield Beach, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center #14, FEMA Corps team lead Shane Snyder confers with team members Kelsey Stephens, and Ryna Tulley. The team consists of nine members and are involved with Applicant Assistance Interviews. Disaster Recovery Center's provide many disaster services at one location and FEMA Individual Assistance helps eligible Hurricane Sandy survivors recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center #1...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: DRC FEMA Corps IA ^ DRC ^ FEMA Corps ^ IA Disasters:... More

Hoboken, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- AmeriCorps HOOPA Tribal Civilian Community Corps (TCCC) team members meet with other AmeriCorps members from Minnesota and St. Louis to get their assigned area for their door to door neighborhood contacts as part of AmeriCorps outreach to find Hurricane Sandy survivors who may need help. TCCC is a team based, 9 month tribal(from different tribes across the country) residential program for ages 18-24, whose members reside on the HOOPA Valley Indian Reservation in northern California. AmeriCorps is an important FEMA partner in responding to Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- AmeriCorps HOOPA Tribal Civilian Commu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: TCCC AmeriCorps volunteer Minnesota Conservation Corps ^... More

New York City, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 --Welder repairing massive heating pipes in New York City, racing to ensure Hurricane Sandy survivors stay warm in the winter months ahead. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 --Welder repairing massive heating ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Flood ^ Damage ^ Storm ^ Rebuild ^ hurricane sa... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- Cheria Brown, center, and Erin Cowans, right, community relations specialists, provide assistance to survivors in the hard h it neighborhoods of Coney Island. FEMA is working with various 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. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- Cheria Brown, center, and Erin Co...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: Community Relations ^ 4085 ^ Coney Island Disasters: New Y... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- U.S. Army National Guard Sgt. Andrew Davis, assigned to 2nd 101st Cavalry, and emergency medical services technician Harry Oliver discuss the medical needs of a Queens, N.Y. apartment building resident. In response to Hurricane Sandy the U.S. Army National Guard and various emergency medical services deployed a Disaster Assistance Medical Team to Queens, N.Y. to check-up on resident's welfare

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- U.S. Army National Guard Sgt. Andrew Da...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Ratcliff/Released) City/State: Qu... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Melinda McDonough, team leader of Community Relations Team31, with her team in front the training ship TS Kennedy. From left, Robert Staat, Allen Avery, Mishana Egan, Melinda McDonough, Don Jacobson, Annette Ambrosio,and Bryan English. FEMA is working with various 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. Photo by Ed Edahl

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Melinda McDonough, team leader of...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: hurricane sandy ^ Community Relations ^ staten island ^ sh... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- personal possessions destroyed during Hurricane Sandy litter the street of this neighborhood. FEMA is here to help survivors and communities recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- personal possessions destroyed duri...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: PA debris ^ Debris ^ PA Disasters: New York Hurrican... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 25, 2012 -- A FEMA Community Relations (CR) team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. 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

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 25, 2012 -- A FEMA Community Relations (CR) team vi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ sandy ^ island ^ survivors ^ 4085 ^ co... More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- A FEMA employee surveys this home that was damaged by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy

Milford, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- A FEMA employee surveys this home tha...

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

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2012 -- The famous Cyclone was seriously damaged by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with various 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. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2012 -- The famous Cyclone was seriously ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Recovery ^ Hurricane ^ flooding disast... More

Islip, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Food piled up in the auditorium of the Islip Town Hall awaiting distribution to Hurricane Sandy survivors. FEMA is working with various 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. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

Islip, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Food piled up in the auditorium of the I...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Islip, NY Keywords: Recovery ^ FEMA ^ Debris ^ disaster relief ^ tropical storm DR-408... More

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

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

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

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- A fire truck sits outside the Hurricane Sandy damaged fire station. FEMA Public Assistance funds under Catagory E, may reimburse a portion of municipal repair costs for storm recovery. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- A fire truck sits outside the Hurrican...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: fire station PA Hurricane Sandy ^ PA ^ fire station ^ hu... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- At the New Jersey Transit Terminal, an interior area still shows the impact of Hurricane Sandy. FEMA Public Assistance funds may reimburse a portion of recovery costs. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- At the New Jersey Transit Terminal, an...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: PA public transportation Hurricane Sandy ^ PA ^ hurrican... More

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Church Priest, Les Mullings of the Community Church of the Nazarene in Far Rockawel,l talks about how FEMA and the voluntary faith base community have done a great partnership working together for the needs of the survivors. 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

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Church Priest, Les Mullings of th...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Far Rockaway, NY Keywords: Community ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ Church ^ sandy ^ New... More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 23, 2012 -- This home was flooded by Hurricane Sandy's storm surge, even though elevated higher than many neighboring homes. FEMA is in the area with Disaster Recovery Centers open to help survivors apply for assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 23, 2012 -- This home was flooded by Hurricane Sa...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: ... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) #24, FEMA Individual Assistance Housing Specialist Paul Kohler assists a Hurricane Sandy survivor. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Rec...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: DRC Hurricane Sandy IA housing assistance ^ DRC ^ IA ^ h... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Aerial view of a home washed off of it's foundation by Hurricane Sandy in Breezy Point, New York. Following the hurricane, a nor'easter struck the area causing more power outages and additional flooding. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Aerial view of a home washed off ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Damage ^ Flooding ^ Aerial ^ New York ^ hurricane sand... More

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

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

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

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- The City of New York has provided police lights for survivors to use for cell phone charge stations in Queens, NY. 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 Mary Simms

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- The City of New York has provided poli...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Mary Simms City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Flooding ^ FEMA ^ sandy ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy ^ Queens... More

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Corps member, Tyler Helms, assists disaster survivor, Maleeka Maynard at a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Far Rockaway, New York. The center was set up to assist the needs of Hurricane Sandy survivors. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Corps member, Tyler Helms, a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Far Rockaway, NY Keywords: NY ^ DRC ^ FEMA Corps ^ hurricane sandy ^ survivor ^ F... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- U.S. Army National Guard Sgt. Andrew Davis, assigned to 2nd 101st Cavalry, and emergency medical services technician Harry Oliver discuss the medical needs of a Queens, N.Y. apartment building resident. In response to Hurricane Sandy the U.S. Army National Guard and various emergency medical services deployed a Disaster Assistance Medical Team to Queens, N.Y. to check-up on resident's welfare. (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Ratcliff USN/Released)

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- U.S. Army National Guard Sgt. Andrew D...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ EMS ^ hurricane sandy ^ Queens ^ dmat ^ U.S. Army ... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- The New Jersey Transit Terminal is an important historic building which suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Sandy's storm surge, and recovery is underway. FEMA Public Assistance funds may reimburse a portion of repair costs for historic preservation and storm recovery. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- The New Jersey Transit Terminal is an ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: historic preservation PA Hurricane Sandy ^ PA ^ historic... More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 8, 2012 -- The coastline of this town has been twice hit, first with a storm surge which destroyed many homes, then with a No'easter storm which dumped a foot of snow. 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 -- The coastline of this town has been tw...

The original finding aid described this as: 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: ... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center #14, FEMA Corps worker Erik Johnson conducts an Applicant Assistance Interview. Disaster Recovery Center's provide many disaster services at one location and FEMA Individual Assistance assists eligible Hurricane Sandy survivors recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center #1...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: FEMA Corps IA DRC Individual Assistance ^ DRC ^ FEMA ... More

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Mitigation Community Education Outreach (CEO) Specialists Yvonne Banks (Team 3 Lead) and Geneva Wilson present preparedness information at today's "Kids Workshop" at a local home supply store. Parents are present too and Mitigation provides information on how to be prepared for disaster situations like Hurricane Sandy which recently affected this area. George Armstrong/FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Mitigation Community Education...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Jersey City, NJ Keywords: Mitigation printed materialsl kids A Disaster Prepar... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- This floor has been replaced at the Dual Language Charter School because of extensive flood damage from Hurricane Sandy. FEMA Public Assistance funds may reimburse a portion of recovery costs. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- This floor has been replaced at the Du...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: School PA Hurricane Sandy FEMA ^ School ^ FEMA ^ PA ^ hu... More

Long Island, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prepare chemicals for disposal in orphan containers found in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Hurricane Sandy moved hundreds of hazardous chemical containers from homes and businesses into the marshland. FEMA has assigned EPA with the mission of collecting and disposing the chemicals. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

Long Island, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- The Environmental Protection Agency...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Long Island, NY Keywords: Hazard ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ floods ^ sandy ^ New Yor... More

Garden City, N.Y., Nov. 22, 2012 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College, 1 Education Drive Garden City is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. 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

Garden City, N.Y., Nov. 22, 2012 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in N...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Garden City, NY Keywords: Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ sandy ^ New York ^ survivors ^ re... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Member Victoria Lomas describes the assistance that may be provided through FEMA with survivors of Sandy at the Rockaway DRC. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Sean Kerr/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Member Victoria Lomas descr...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sean Kerr City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ FEMA Corps ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy ^ CR ^ Mary Sim... More

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 29, 2012 -- At a home supply store, FEMA Mitigation Community Education Outreach (CEO) workers William (Bill) Merritt and Luverne Fryer provide information and printed materials on how to rebuild stronger. FEMA is here to encourage preparedness and to help Hurricane Sandy survivors recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 29, 2012 -- At a home supply store, FEMA Mitigatio...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Bayonne, NJ Keywords: MIT outreach printed materials Hurricane Sandy ^ Outreac... More

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate tours this damaged road and seawall in Bridgeport's famous Seaside Park. The Administrator came to Connecticut to see first-hand the damage to public property done by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator W. Craig Fugate...

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

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

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Local Officials explain to FEMA Ad...

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

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch addresses the media at the Bridgeport Disaster Recovery Center press conference. Administrator Fugate was present and answered many questions for the media regarding Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch addres...

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

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

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

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

Long Beach, N.Y., July 26, 2013 -- The storm surge from Hurricane Sandy left behind several feet of sand in the streets of Long Beach. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., July 26, 2013 -- The storm surge from Hurricane Sand...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hur... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Material available from FEMA Mitigation Program to inform survivors about mitigation processes in Kings County Home Depot. 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

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Material available from FEMA Mitigati...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: Mitigation ^ Home ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ Support ^ sandy ... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) Manager Marianne Ludwig and Individual Assistance Housing Specialist Paul Kohler prepare printed materials to help Hurricane Sandy survivors. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) Man...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: DRC; IA;Housing; FEMA printed materials; Hurricane Sandy... More

Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 21, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) #4 at the Jersey City Museum, a Hurricane Sandy survivor makes the call to register for FEMA disaster assistance. DRC's provide many services at one location to help individual survivors recover from this record breaking storm and the call to register is the first step to apply for FEMA services. George Armstrong/FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 21, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-21 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Jersey City, NJ Keywords: DRC IA Registration ^ DRC ^ IA ^ registration Disas... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- The U.S. Public Health Service Rapid Deployment Force 2 (RDF-2) deployed to Brookdale Hospital in Brooklyn, N.Y. at Arnold and Marie Schwartz Comprehensive Health Care Center to provide care to nursing home patients displaced by Hurricane Sandy. (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Ratcliff, USN/Released)

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- The U.S. Public Health Service Rapid ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patrick Ratcliff City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ hurricane sandy ^ USPHS ^ RDF-2 ^ Brookdale Hosp... More

NY, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Welder repairing massive heating pipes in New York City, racing to ensure Hurricane Sandy survivors stay warm in the winter months ahead. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

NY, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Welder repairing massive heating pipes in N...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo Keywords: Chinatown ^ Damage Flood Hurricane Sandy New York Rebuild Storm ^ Flood ^ Dama... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) #14, this FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Vehicle (MDRC) is providing telecommunication services and a sign points the way to FEMA services. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location and the MDRC facilitates computer and telephone services at the DRC to help eligible Hurricane Sandy survivors recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (D...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: MDRC DRC sign ^ DRC ^ sign ^ MDRC Disasters: New Yor... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Residents from Long Beach take a break from cleaning their flooded homes. Hurricane Sandy created widespread flooding, power outages and devastation in their community. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Residents from Long Beach take a bre...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: Damage ^ Flooding ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy ^ Individ... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2012 -- The boardwalk at Magnolia Blvd. in Long Beach, N.Y. awaits repair after being damaged by Hurricane Storm Sandy. FEMA is working with various 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. Chris Kleponis/ FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2012 -- The boardwalk at Magnolia Blvd. in ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Chris Kleponis City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: Flooding ^ FEMA ^ sandy ^ Tropical Storm ^ disaster rel... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Team members, Amy Thompson and Freddie Everett on the ground delivering information to survivors of Hurricane Sandy in the Coney Island area. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Team mem...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: CR Community Realtions Coney Island FEMA Hurrica... More

Seagate, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Vast sections of the Seagate community boardwalk were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with various 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. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

Seagate, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Vast sections of the Seagate community...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Seagate, NY Keywords: Hurricane ^ sandy ^ 4085 ^ Brooklyn ^ storm. Seagate Disasters:... More

Clinton, Conn., Nov. 4, 2012 -- All along the coastline of Connecticut, beach front homes were severely damaged and filled with sand. FEMA Community Relations Specialists are out in these areas, assessing the needs of Hurricane Sandy survivors. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Clinton, Conn., Nov. 4, 2012 -- All along the coastline of Connecticut...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Clinton, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: ... More

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) Outreach Team Lead Mike Dunn confers with FEMA Corps Spruce 4 Team Lead Margarita Andryushchenko at the temporary disaster center at City Hall. FEMA is here to help eligible individuals and the community recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) Outreach...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Bayonne, NJ Keywords: CR FEMA Corps disaster center ^ FEMA Corps ^ CR ^ disast... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- U.S. Army National Guard Sgt. Andrew Davis, assigned to 2nd 101st Cavalry, provides overwatch for a emergency medical services team treating a Queens, N.Y. apartment building resident. In response to Hurricane Sandy the U.S. Army National Guard and various emergency medical services deployed a Disaster Assistance Medical Team to Queens, N.Y. to check-up on resident's welfare. (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Ratcliff USN/Released)

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- U.S. Army National Guard Sgt. Andrew Da...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ EMS ^ hurricane sandy ^ Queens ^ dmat ^ U.S. Army ... More

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Local hires being sworn in 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

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Local hires being sworn in to assist re...

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

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- New Jersey Transit employees make repairs to Hurricane Sandy affected coaches. Approximately 200 coaches were damaged by flood waters from Hurricane Sandy and FEMA Public Assistance funds may reimburse a portion of repair cost. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- New Jersey Transit employees make repa...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: PA public transportation Hurricane Sandy ^ PA ^ hurrican... More

Westport, Conn., Nov. 28, 2012 -- Twelve specialists in disaster recovery answered questions for a full house at the Westport "Navigating Through The Aftermath of Sandy" meeting. FEMA Individual Assistance, Hazard Mitigation and the Small Business Administration attend these meetings to provide firsthand information to those affected by the hurricane. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Westport, Conn., Nov. 28, 2012 -- Twelve specialists in disaster recov...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Westport, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types:... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Mitigation Specialists are available to support Hurricane Sandy survivors in Kings County Home Depot to explain mitigation processes. 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

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Mitigation Specialists are available ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: Mitigation ^ Home ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ Support ^ sandy ... More

Fire Island, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 --Hurricane Sandy breached the island, splitting the historic Island into two separate islands. Power lines that should be unseen are now visible leading to the newly formed gap between land and sea. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Fire Island, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 --Hurricane Sandy breached the island...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: Fire Island, NY Keywords: Storm ^ Hurricane ^ Breach ^ sandy ^ Fire Island ... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- At the New Jersey Transit Terminal, temporary restroom facilities are available outside because of extensive damage by Hurricane Sandy flooding. FEMA Public Assistance funds may reimburse a portion of recovery costs. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- At the New Jersey Transit Terminal, te...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: PA public transportation Hurricane Sandy ^ PA ^ hurrican... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Disaster survivor reads information about assistance while waiting in line with other survivors in Far Rockaway Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). 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

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Disaster survivor reads information a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Disaster ^ Hurricane ^ sandy ^ New York ^ survivors ^ R... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Transportation Security Administration representative, U.S. Air Marshall Troy Coleman informs Hurricane Sandy survivors, Long Beach, N.Y. residents Barbara Bloom and Rona Wohlgemuth of how to take advantage of FEMA's services. FEMA, Border Patrol, TSA and ICE visited homes to inform residents of FEMA services as part of the Federal Surge Crisis Response

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Transportation Security Administrat...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Ratcliff/Released) City/State: Lo... More

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Corps members Derrick Panning and Rita O'Conner provide information and assistance to Hurricane Sandy survivors at the temporary disaster center at City Hall. FEMA is here to help eligible individuals and the community recover from this record breaking storm. George Armstrong/FEMA

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- FEMA Corps members Derrick Panning and...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Bayonne, NJ Keywords: FEMA Corps IA disaster center Hurricane Sandy ^ FEMA Cor... More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 17, 2012 -- The constant beating by Sandy's wind and waves, has destroyed the electric service entry and more. FEMA has opened Disaster Recovery Centers near the areas hardest hit, to help and advise Sandy survivors in rebuilding safer and stronger homes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 17, 2012 -- The constant beating by Sandy's wind ...

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

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- Storm damaged construction materials and personal items are on the street awaiting city removal. FEMA Public Assistance funds may reimburse a portion of municipal Hurricane Sandy debris removal costs. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 28, 2012 -- Storm damaged construction materials a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: PA debris Hurricane Sandy ^ Debris ^ PA ^ hurricane sand... More

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Mitigation Community Education Outreach (CEO) Specialist Geneva Wilson hands out a FEMA Mitigation publication "A Disaster Preparedness Activity Book" at today's "Kids Workshop" at a local home supply store. Parents are present too and Mitigation provides preparedness information on how to be ready for disasters like Hurricane Sandy which recently affected this area. George Armstrong/FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Mitigation Community Education...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Jersey City, NJ Keywords: MIT Mitigation kids vertical Hurricane Sandy ^ Mitig... More

Milford, Conn., Nov. 23, 2012 -- These weathered remains of the original wooden piling system surfaced after being pounded by Sandy's waves. FEMA mitigation experts are at the local Disaster Recovery Centers to help homeowners properly rebuild in coastal areas. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 23, 2012 -- These weathered remains of the origin...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: ... More

New York, Oct. 3, 2013 --The Battery Park Underpass was inundated by the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was charged with de-watering the tunnels. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

New York, Oct. 3, 2013 --The Battery Park Underpass was inundated by t...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hur... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Teams on the ground delivering information to survivors of Hurricane Sandy in the Coney Island area. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Teams on...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: CR Community Realtions Coney Island FEMA Hurrica... More

Bayonne, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on it's first day of operation, FEMA Media Specialist Maria Padron speaks with Applicant Services Program Specialist Humra Ahmed. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location to help Hurricane Sandy survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

Bayonne, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Reco...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Bayonne, NJ Keywords: DRC IA MIT SBA Hurricane Sandy ^ SBA ^ mit ^ DRC ^ IA ^ ... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Storm destroyed personal possessions litter the street of this neighborhood. FEMA is here to help survivors and communities recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Storm destroyed personal possession...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: IA:PA:debris Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR... More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2012 -- Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, NY, as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When safe and practicable, this program may enable families to remain in, or return to, their homes, as a form os shelter while permanent repairs are completed, thereby reducing the number of individuals in congregate shelters or in the Transitional Shelter Assistance Program. 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

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2012 -- Electricians, carpenters and plumber...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Oceanside, NY Keywords: Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ Process ^ sandy ^ New York ^ STEP ^... More

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Representative Jim Hines answers questions from the media at the Bridgeport FEMA Disaster Recovery Center. FEMA is working together with federal, state and local officials to bring needed help to the survivors of Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Representative Jim Hines answers qu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Bridgeport, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Type... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Contractors and local water company employees are repairing water and sewer lines damaged by Hurricane Sandy. Extensive damage here resulted from storm flooding and FEMA Public Assistance funds may pay a portion of recovery cost. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Contractors and local water company em...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: infrastructure PA Hurricane Sandy ^ PA ^ hurricane sandy... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- A disaster worker surveys burned businesses affected by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is in the response stage to assist Hurricane Sandy survivors. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA/Eliud Echevarria

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- A disaster worker surveys burned busin...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ Debris ^ clean up ^ burned ^ survivo... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Hurricane Sandy survivor, Kevin Maclachlar stands on the porch of his Long Island home. His home took in six feet of water. Hurricane Sandy produced widespread flooding, power outages and devastation on Long Island, New York. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Hurricane Sandy survivor, Kevin Macl...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: Flooding ^ NY ^ hurricane sandy ^ survivor ^ Long Beach ... More

Long Island, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- House of Tomas O'Grady constructed above the sea level before the Hurricane Sandy in East Atlantic Beach, Long Island, NY. After the hurricane, most of the houses around his were damaged due to the floods but his house remained intact due to his following the state building requirements. Mitigation success stories help home owners understand how to construct or improve construction to prevent damages in any future disaster event. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

Long Island, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- House of Tomas O'Grady constructed...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Long Island, NY Keywords: Mitigation ^ Hurricane ^ Success ^ FEMA ^ floods ^ s... More

Fire Island, N.Y., Nov. 26, 2012 -- A Preliminary Damage Assessment team comprised of state, local and federal officials, including experts from FEMA, New York State Office of Emergency Management (NYSOEM), Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management (SCOEM), the United States Army Corp of Engineers, The National Park Service and local Fire Island officials gather to assess a plan for debris removal. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Fire Island, N.Y., Nov. 26, 2012 -- A Preliminary Damage Assessment te...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: Fire Island, NY Keywords: Flood ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Family ^ Engineers ... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- After electrical transformers arced and sparked a fire from the salt water, several homes burned including the home of United States Representative Bob Turner. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Geralda Calixte/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- After electrical transformers arce...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Geralda Calixte City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Debris ^ hurricane sandy ^ Queens ^ Debris removal ^... More

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- This FEMA Community Relations (CR) Outreach Team (FEMA CR Team Lead Mike Dunn, FEMA CR Specialist Juanita Manley, FEMA Corps members Dane Gelllerup and Saul Korzenecki) refer to a map in preparation for their door-to-door outreach to Hurricane Sandy survivors. FEMA is here to help individuals and the community recover from this record breaking storm. George Armstrong/FEMA

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- This FEMA Community Relations (CR) Out...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Bayonne, NJ Keywords: CR FEMA Corps outreach Hurricane Sandy ^ Outreach ^ FEMA... More

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