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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. 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

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

Islip, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- Auzergene Larry interviews Don Keiling about his survivor benefits and assists in preparing the paperwork. Many kinds of disaster assistance are available at the Disaster Recovery Centers. Ed Edahl/FEMA

Islip, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- Auzergene Larry interviews Don Keiling a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Islip, NY Keywords: Storm ^ sandy ^ disaster recovery center ^ Community Relations ^ s... 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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. 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

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. 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

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

Guam, July 24, 2012 -- Stephen DeBlasio, FEMA Region IX Federal Disaster Recovery Coordinator presenting at the Guam National Disaster Recovery Framework rollout

Guam, July 24, 2012 -- Stephen DeBlasio, FEMA Region IX Federal Disast...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-07-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Gen Tamura City/State: GU Keywords: rollout ^ NDRF ^ Guam ^ Pacific Area Office Disaster Types: Coastal St... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Debris in the Rockaway area of New York City remains on a street. State and federal personnel from many agencies have pitched in to help remove the debris. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Debris in the Rockaway area of New Yor...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coa... 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

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

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

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

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

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator, Craig Fugate, visited a Disaster Recovery center in the Queens area of New York City where he briefed FEMA Corps youth members on the import role that FEMA had in assisting survivors of disasters. FEMA Corps youth focus on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery activities, providing support in areas ranging from working directly with disaster survivors, to supporting disaster recovering centers, to sharing valuable disaster preparedness and mitigation information with the public. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator, Craig Fugate, visite...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flooding... 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

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

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 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

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Burned down business in Staten Island neighborhood caused by Hurricane Sandy flood related fires. 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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Burned down business in Staten Is...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Fire ^ Disaster ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ sandy ^ New Y... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 25, 2012 -- This boat was tossed like a toy onto the sidewalk by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is here to help survivors recover from this record breaking storm. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 25, 2012 -- This boat was tossed like a toy onto t...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Hoboken, NJ Keywords: boat Hurricane Sandy ^ hurricane sandy ^ boat Disasters... More

Sea Gate, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Homeowner and Sea Gate resident, Angelo DeAngelis stands in the doorway of what was once was his living room. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents affected by Hurricane Sandy

Sea Gate, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Homeowner and Sea Gate resident, Ange...

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

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- This Red Cross Mobile Feeding Station is providing meals to Hurricane Sandy survivors. FEMA and the Red Cross are partners in disaster response and recovery. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- This Red Cross Mobile Feeding Stati...

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: Red Cross volunteers VOAD ^ volunteers ^ Red Cross ^ ... More

Bayonne, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on it's first day of operation, basic information is posted as required. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location for 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 signage Hurricane Sandy ^ DRC ^ hurricane sandy ^ si... 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

Bay Head, N.J., Dec. 28, 2012 -- Piles of sand have been brought placed along the beach. The sand, brought in by hurricane Sandy, has been collected from the area to be cleaned and replaced onto the beach. Photo by Wendell A. Davis Jr./FEMA

Bay Head, N.J., Dec. 28, 2012 -- Piles of sand have been brought place...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Wendell Davis Jr City/State: Bay Head, NJ Keywords: Bay Head NJ New Jersey hurricane sandy sand beach r2 re... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Inside a flooded car destroyed by Hurricane Sandy strong flood waters. FEMA is in the response stage to assist Hurricane Sandy survivors. FEMA/ Eliud Echevarria

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Inside a flooded car destroyed by...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Flood ^ Hurricane ^ sandy ^ New York ^ car ^ destr... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Oct. 31, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy moved ashore in the New Jersey and New York area, high tide and a full moon caused tides to rise six feet above normal, moving cars in the Breezy Point area of New York City like they were pieces of driftwood. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Oct. 31, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy moved ashore...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-31 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator, Craig Fugate, spoke to the press after touring the area of burned homes in Breezy Point, N.Y. Administrator Fugate told reporters that his agency was in New York to help in the recovery stage of Hurricane Sandy, and would be there for as long as it took for residents of the state to fully recover. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator, Craig Fugate, ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino discusses FEMA's role in the recovery from the affects of Hurricane Sandy with Red Cross and local religious leaders. FEMA is part of a broader team responding to the disaster that includes faith-based and non-profit organizations. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations worker talks to a resident in the Rockaways area near New York City who is in need of local and federal aid as a result of damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA community relations workers talk to residents about the various ways FEMA is in their community to help them. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations worker talk...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floodi... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Residents of the Breezy Point area of the Rockaways in New York City, hang flags at their residents in the aftermath of the damage caused by Hurricane Sandy that roared through their community on Oct. 29, 2012. Homeowners who did not sustain serious damage were soon at work repairing and re-painting their residences. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Residents of the Breezy Point area...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Volunteers turned out by the hundreds to help with the clean up of debris in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Team Rubicon, a California-based organization of former U.S. military personnel from all over the U.S. also volunteered their time and expertise in helping people in need. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Volunteers turned out by the hundreds ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coa... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) #14, FEMA Corps workers are conducting Applicant Assistance Interviews. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location and FEMA Individual Assistance helps eligible Hurricane Sandy survivors recover. George Armstrong/FEMAFEMA Corps

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: FEMA Corps IA DRC ^ DRC ^ FEMA Corps ^ IA Disasters:... More

Mantoloking, N.J., Dec. 28, 2012 -- Hurricane Sandy destroyed infrastructure along the New Jersey Coast. In Mantoloking, construction crews are replacing damaged and old gas lines. Here they are drilling horizontally so as not to require the need to dig up entire streets. Photo by Wendell A. Davis Jr./FEMA

Mantoloking, N.J., Dec. 28, 2012 -- Hurricane Sandy destroyed infrastr...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Wendell Davis Jr City/State: Mantoloking, NJ Keywords: Mantoloking New Jersey Hurricane Sandy Sandy NJ regi... More

Hoboken, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- AmeriCorps HOOPA Tribal Civilian Community Corps (TCCC) team member emblem. 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 signage volunteer Hurricane Sandy ^ Volunteer ^ hur... 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

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Flooding covered this area and deposited several feet of sand which is being cleared. FEMA is here to help survivors and the community recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Flooding covered this area and depo...

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 Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Di... 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 Commun...

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: HOOPA TCCC volunteer Hurricane Sandy ^ Volunteer ^ hurri... More

Hoboken, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- AmeriCorps HOOPA Tribal Civilian Community Corps (TCCC) team member Chester McCloud speaks with a resident during door to door 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 Hurricane Sandy ^ AmeriCorps ^... More

Hoboken, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- AmeriCorps HOOPA Tribal Civilian Community Corps (TCCC) team members Cesar Flores(left- Team Lead) and Chester McCloud (right) meet with other AmeriCorps members from Minnesota and St. Louis before 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 Conservation Corps outreach Hurricane Sandy volunte... More

Bayonne, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on it's first day of operation, potential applicants are making the call to Register, which is the first step in the FEMA application process. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location. 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: Registration IA DRC Hurricane Sandy ^ DRC ^ IA ^ hurrica... More

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2012 --Federal Emergency Management Agency messages are displayed on The Radio City Music Hall's poster displays for thousands of residents to see as they pass the historic theater during the busy holiday season following Hurricane Sandy. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2012 --Federal Emergency Management Agenc...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: hurricane sandy ^ New York City ^ registration ... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- At FEMA Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) #14, FEMA Corps workers are on the front line conducting Applicant Assistance Interviews. DRC'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(DR...

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 Individual Assistance DRC ^ DRC ^ FEMA ... More

Bayonne, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on it's first day of operation, signs point the way to help for Hurricane Sandy survivors. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location. 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 SBA Mitigation IA signage ^ Mitigation ^ SBA ^ DRC ^... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Electrical Components are removed and lay in the lobby of this waterfront commercial building. Extensive damage to the first floor resulted from three feet of flooding from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Electrical Components are removed and ...

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: damage Hurricane Sandy Private Sector ^ Damage ^ private... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Many homes along the coastal areas of New York suffered severe damage when Hurricane Sandy came ashore Oct. 29, 2012. Many homes, like the one in this photo have only a few walls remaining, while others were completely destroyed. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Many homes along the coastal area...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Hopatcong, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy blew through Hopatcong the night of October 29, 2012, she uprooted many trees, some of which fell on residents houses. This home was destroyed by the tree that now sits in the residents front yard. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Hopatcong, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy blew through Ho...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Hopatcong, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Flood... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- This waterfront medical center experienced extensive damage during Hurricane Sandy and is in the process of clean up and recovery. 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 -- This waterfront medical center experie...

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: private sector recovery ^ Recovery ^ private sector Dis... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- At the New Jersey Transit Terminal, employee offices reflect the damage done 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, 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: PA public transportation Hurricane Sandy; vertical ^ PA ... 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

South Kearny, N.J., Nov. 30, 2012 -- After Hurricane Sandy flooding, the Sub-Station is filled with destroyed furniture and mold. FEMA Public Assistance Funds under Category E may reimburse the city for a portion of the cost of recovery. George Armstrong/FEMA

South Kearny, N.J., Nov. 30, 2012 -- After Hurricane Sandy flooding, t...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: South Kearny, NJ Keywords: PA funds flooding Hurricane Sandy ^ Flooding ^ hurr... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) #24, signs point the way to help for Hurricane Sandy survivors. DRC's provide many disaster recovery services at one location. George Armstrong/FEMAv

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; IA:MIT;Hurricane Sandy; SBA ^ NJ_4086_121123_ Disa... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Workmen cut sheet rock walls to prevent development of hazardous mold in this waterfront commercial building. Extensive damage to the first floor resulted from three feet of flooding from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Workmen cut sheet rock walls to preven...

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: Private Sector Hurricane Sandy flooding ^ Flooding ^ pri... More

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2012 --Federal Emergency Management Agency messages are currently being displayed on Madison Square Garden's Event display for thousands of residents to see as they pass the landmark venue during the busy holiday season following Hurricane Sandy. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2012 --Federal Emergency Management Agenc...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Ragazzo City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: hurricane sandy ^ New York City ^ registration ... 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: kids Mitigation MIT Hurricane Sandy ^ Mitigation ^ K... 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. 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: Flood ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Family ^ Response ... More

Sheepshead Bay, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2012 -- Katya Khizhnyak, a Russian language interpreter, and Ashley Andujar, an External Affairs producer. confer about a video scene in Sheepshead Bay. Video is just one of the media FEMA uses to disseminate information to survivors. Ed Edahl/FEMA

Sheepshead Bay, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2012 -- Katya Khizhnyak, a Russian lang...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Sheepshead Bay, NY Keywords: Hurricane ^ sandy ^ Community Relations ^ russian ^ Sheep... More

South Kearny, N.J., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Employee break room with overturned refrigerators and obvious mold on wall from Hurricane Sandy flooding. FEMA Public Assistance funds may reimburse a portion of city's recovery cost. George Armstrong/FEMA

South Kearny, N.J., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Employee break room with overturn...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: South Kearny, NJ Keywords: PA: recovery Hurricane Sandy ^ hurricane sandy ^ PA... More

South Kearny, N.J., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Safety gloves and shoe covers discarded by first responders litter the entrance way to the flooded Fire and Police Sub-Station. Hurricane Sandy caused a forced evacuation of the building which remains unsafe to occupy at this time. FEMA Public Assistance funds under Category E, may reimburse the city a portion of recovery cost. George Armstrong/FEMA

South Kearny, N.J., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Safety gloves and shoe covers dis...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: South Kearny, NJ Keywords: PA Catagory E ^ PA ^ Catagory E Disasters: New Jer... More

Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 21, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) #4 at the Jersey City Museum, Hurricane Sandy survivors receive Individual Assistance information from FEMA Applicant Services Specialist Vince Prevot. DRC's provide many services at one location to help survivors recover. 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: IA DRC interview ^ DRC ^ IA ^ interview Disasters: ... More

Nassau County, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne talks with the press about the new program FEMA has created to assist survivors and help them to get back to their homes as quickly as possible. A press conference was held at the Office of Emergency Management of Nassau County, NY. 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

Nassau County, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Mic...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Nassau County, NY Keywords: Disaster ^ Partner ^ Federal ^ FEMA ^ Conference ^... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy struck the New York City area on October 29, 2012, it knocked out electricity for tens of thousands of residents. At local disaster recovery centers set-up around the city, FEMA has set up cell phone charging stations so residents could charge their phones, allowing them to talk to friends and loved ones, as well as conduct business. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- When Hurricane Sandy struck the Ne...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... 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

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- The City Fire Department is a critical first-responder in disaster situations such as Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is here to help individuals and the community recover from this record breaking storm. George Armstrong/FEMA

Bayonne, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- The City Fire Department is a critical...

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: first responders Hurricane Sandy ^ hurricane sandy ^ Fir... More

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2012 -- Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, N.Y., 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 of 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

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

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Red Cross volunteers Kathy Massof and Pat Becker are conducting a Follow-up Contact and Damage Assessment visit. Red Cross is an important FEMA partner in helping Hurricane Sandy survivors recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Red Cross volunteers Kathy Massof and ...

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: Red Cross home visit damage assessment recovery Individu... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Members Casey Stewart, Lizz Locke and Victoria Lomas check in disaster survivors at the Rockaway Disaster Recovery Center. 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 Members Casey Stewart, Lizz...

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: Flooding ^ Hurricane ^ sandy ^ DRC ^ FEMA Corps ^ winter storm... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Members Nateanna Schrankler and Kristy Bouchard help coordinate operations at the Rockaway Disaster Recovery Center in response to Sandy. Photo by Sean Kerr/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Members Nateanna Schrankler...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sean Kerr City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Flooding ^ Hurricane ^ sandy ^ DRC ^ FEMA Corps ^ winter storm... 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

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate visited the Disaster Recovery Center in Rockaway, New York City where he briefed FEMA Corps members on the role of FEMA during a disaster. Photo by Geralda Calixte/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 4, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate visite...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Geralda Calixte City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ Fugate ^ FEMA Corps ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy ... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- A contractor refinishes the iron railing on this porch which had been affected by Hurricane Sandy. Recovery is underway for many survivors of this record breaking storm. 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 -- A contractor refinishes the iron raili...

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: Recovery Hurricane Sandy ^ Recovery ^ hurricane sandy D... More

Bayonne, N.J., Dec. 1, 2012 -- At the Hudson County FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on it's first day of operation, FEMA Applicant Services Program Specialists Anitra Wade and Fred Bell assist a Hurricane Sandy survivor. DRC's provide many disaster services at one location. 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 interview Hurricane Sandy ^ DRC ^ IA ^ hurricane ... More

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