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Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Kosciusko, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- At the Attala County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center, FEMA Hazard Mitigation Advisers Brenda Duckworth and Tona Womack provide information to help April 24 tornado survivors rebuild homes to be more storm resistant. George Armstrong/FEMA.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Kosciusko, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- At the Atta...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Mitigation Workers at Disaster Center in Kosciusko, MS Production Date: 05/05/2010 Caption: Kosciusko, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- At the Attala County FEMA/St... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- AmeriCorps members Roby Velez(lead), Tyler Robinson, and Zack Pekor return to the disaster staging area after providing debris cleanup in Choctaw County. FEMA and AmeriCorps are partners in responding to the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- AmeriCorps membe...

The original database describes this as: Title: AmeriCorps Members at Disaster Staging Area in MS Production Date: 05/05/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- AmeriCorps members Roby Velez(lead), Tyler ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- Mrs. Marsha Barbour, wife of Governor Haley Barbour with storm survivor Eddie "Butch" Ketchum who lost his home in the April 24 tornado, meet the press before he receives the keys to his new home, a "Mississippi Cottage". The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency "Cottage" program provides opportunity to purchase a permanent home rather than lease a temporary one. FEMA and MEMA are partners in recovery efforts such as this. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- Mrs. Mars...

The original database describes this as: Title: Media Event for First "Mississippi Cottage" Placement in MS Production Date: 05/14/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- Mrs. Marsha Barbour, wife ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , April 29, 2010 -- This building, as was most of those nearby, was totally destroyed by the deadly tornado of April 24, 2010. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , April 29, 2010 -- This bu...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Scene from Deadly Tornado in Yazoo City, Mississippi Production Date: 04/29/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , April 29, 2010 -- This building, as was ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- The Holmes County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center is now open to provide information and assistance for survivors of the deadly tornado of April 24. The FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Center vehicle (left) is providing telecommunication support. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- The Holmes ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Holmes County Mississippi FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 05/01/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- The Holmes County FEMA/Sta... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 22, 2010 -- FEMA Individual Assistance Direct Housing Site Inspector Don Wade checks contractor work to determine if this FEMA Temporary Housing Unit is ready for occupancy by storm survivors left homeless in the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 22, 2010 -- FEMA Indiv...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Inspection Prior to Lease Temporary Housing Unit in MS Production Date: 05/22/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 22, 2010 -- FEMA Individual Assistance ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes County Ebenezer fire station disaster staging area, Governor Haley Barbour greets FEMA Community Relations workers Noris Brown, Duane Marusa (lead), and Carmin Biggart. FEMA is here in response to the deadly tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holm...

The original database describes this as: Title: Governor Haley Barbour Greets FEMA Workers at Disaster Area Production Date: 05/01/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes County Ebeneze... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Steve Huffstutler and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency worker Todd Demuth speak with AmeriCorps members who are in this neighborhood sorting debris and moving it to the street for removal. AmeriCorps is an important FEMA partner in responding to the tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- FEMA Community R...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Workers with AmeriCorps Members in Weir, MS Production Date: 05/05/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Steve Hu... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- An AmeriCorps member provides guidance to a high school volunteer group from Michigan which is in this neighborhood sorting debris and moving it to the street for removal. AmeriCorps is an important FEMA partner in responding to the tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- An AmeriCorps me...

The original database describes this as: Title: AmeriCorps Member Provides Direction to Other Volunteer in MS Production Date: 05/05/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- An AmeriCorps member provides g... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes County Ebenezer Community Volunteer Fire Station disaster staging area, Red Cross and AmeriCorps members provide information, water, food, and clothing for survivors of the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holm...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Service Providers in Holmes County Mississippi Production Date: 05/01/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes County Ebenezer Co... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes County Ebenezer fire station disaster staging area, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bolch and State Emergency Management Director Mike Womack listen to Red Cross Representative Paige Roberts. FEMA is here as result of the deadly tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holm...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA FCO with State MEMA Director and Red Cross in Mississippi Production Date: 05/01/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes County Eben... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Clinton, Miss. , May 2, 2010 -- Trucks of office supply and equipment are parked at the site as FEMA and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency Joint Field Office prepares to open tomorrow in this building. FEMA is here in response to the severe storms and deadly tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Clinton, Miss. , May 2, 2010 -- Trucks of off...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA/State Joint Field Office Prepares to Open in Clinton, MS Production Date: 05/02/2010 Caption: Clinton, Miss. , May 2, 2010 -- Trucks of office supply and ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- FEMA Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Sid Melton speaks with Mrs. Marsha Barbour, wife of Governor Haley Barbour at the placement site for the first Mississippi Emergency Management Agency "Mississippi Cottage". FEMA Individual Assistance Housing Inspector Yogi Howell is on the telephone as they wait for a press conference and key transfer to the new owner. FEMA and MEMA are partners in providing recovery assistance to survivors of the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- FEMA Depu...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Officials with Wife of Governor Barbour in Mississippi Production Date: 05/14/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- FEMA Deputy Federal Coordi... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- FEMA Public Information Officer Diane Allen observes the arrival of a FEMA short term temporary housing unit. FEMA Individual Assistance Housing services are a critical part of the recovery process for homeless survivors of the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- FEMA Pub...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Short Term Temporary Housing Unit Arrives on site at Yazoo Production Date: 05/10/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- FEMA Public Informati... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- At the Yazoo County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center, FEMA Individual Assistance Specialist Frank Vittetow provides information about FEMA assistance to survivors of the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- At the Y...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Individual Assistance Interview at Yazoo Disaster Center Production Date: 05/10/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- At the Yazoo County FEM... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist(lead) Jane Blom, FEMA CR Specialist Steve Huffstutler and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency worker Todd Demuth are going door to door to inform tornado affected residents how to access FEMA disaster assistance. The Mississippi National Guard has provided this tent as temporary shelter for this resident. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- FEMA Community R...

The original database describes this as: Title: National Guard tent used as a temporary shelter in Mississippi Production Date: 05/05/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- FEMA Community Relations Speci... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- This volunteer is moving storm debris to the street for removal. Volunteers provide important service as FEMA and the State respond to the tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- This volunteer i...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteer Clears Storm Debris with construction equipment in Mississippi Production Date: 05/05/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- This volunteer is mo... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes County Ebenezer fire station disaster staging area, Mississippi Emergency Management Agency Operations Officer Zac Houston and Area Field Services Coordinator Tom Taylor are present in support of Governor Haley Barbour's visit and Press Conference here this afternoon. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holm...

The original database describes this as: Title: MEMA Officials and Vehicle at Disaster Service Center in Mississippi Production Date: 05/01/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes Count... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 6, 2010 -- The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency and FEMA Yazoo County Disaster Recovery Center is located at the Mississippi National Guard Armory and signs are placed to assist April 24 tornado survivors find help. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 6, 2010 -- The Missis...

The original database describes this as: Title: Signs at the Yazoo FEMA and MEMA Disaster Center in MS Production Date: 05/06/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 6, 2010 -- The Mississippi Emergency Manage... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Kosciusko, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- The FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center is open in the National Guard Armory building and the FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Vehicle is providing telecommunication services. FEMA is here in response to the deadly tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Kosciusko, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- The FEMA/St...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA/State Disaster Center In Koniusko, MS Production Date: 05/05/2010 Caption: Kosciusko, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- The FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center is op... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- Selected tenants are arriving today at this Choctaw County FEMA temporary housing unit park and FEMA Mobile Home Site Inspector Don McClemore completes the paper work. These new FEMA temporary housing units are being placed and prepared for tornado survivors left homeless as result of the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- Selected tenants...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tenants Arrive at FEMA Temporary Housing Park in Mississippi Production Date: 05/08/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- Selected tenants are arriving to... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 15, 2010 -- Washington State Conservation Corps (AmeriCorps) member Luis Yanez drills holes to replace pasture fencing destroyed by the deadly tornado of April 24. FEMA and AmeriCorps are partners in disaster response. George Armstrong/FEMA.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 15, 2010 -- Washington...

The original database describes this as: Title: AmeriCorps Member Drills Holes for Fencing in Mississippi, Production Date: 05/15/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 15, 2010 -- Washington State Conservatio... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- FEMA contractors are preparing FEMA Temporary Housing Units for occupancy by storm survivors left homeless by the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- FEMA cont...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Temporary Housing Units in Yazoo City, MS Production Date: 05/14/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 14, 2010 -- FEMA contractors are preparing FEMA Tem... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- At the Yazoo County FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center, FEMA DRC Manager Tom Giddings speaks with FEMA Public Information Officer Diane Allen. FEMA DRC's provide disaster information from several agencies to survivors of the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- At the Y...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Disaster Center Manager and FEMA PIO Production Date: 05/10/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- At the Yazoo County FEMA/State Disaster Rec... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes County Ebenezer fire station disaster staging area, Joe Girot, Special Assistant to Federal Coordinating Officer Bolch confers with FEMA Community Relations workers as local television crews are nearby. FEMA is here due to the deadly tornado of April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holm...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Special Assistant to FCO at Disaster Assistance Area in Mississippi Production Date: 05/01/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Holmes C... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , April 30, 2010 -- The Salvation Army is set up at the disaster site and ready to provide recovery services to survivors of the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , April 30, 2010 -- The Sal...

The original database describes this as: Title: Salvation Army at Disaster Site Yazoo City, MS Production Date: 04/30/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , April 30, 2010 -- The Salvation Army is set up at the d... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- Mississippi Emergency Management Agency worker Todd Demuth talks with a storm survivor as part of a FEMA Community Relations neighborhood door to door outreach to inform about services available for those affected by the April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- Mississippi Emer...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mississippi Disaster Official with Storm Survivor in MS Production Date: 05/05/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- Mississippi Emergency Management Agen... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- The Choctaw FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center provides a centralized location for disaster assistance information and services, and is now open for residents affected by recent severe storms and tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- The Choctaw FEMA...

The original database describes this as: Title: inside the Choctaw County Disaster Recovery Center in Mississippi Production Date: 05/08/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 8, 2010 -- The Choctaw FEMA/State Disa... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 19, 2010 -- In Yazoo County, US Army Corps of Engineers Quality Assurance Representative Robert Upchurch observes the work of contractors to be sure the work is done to expectation. FEMA has mission assigned the Corps to facilitate debris removal. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 19, 2010 -- In Yazoo ...

The original database describes this as: Title: US Army Corps of Engineers with Debris Pick up in Mississippi, Production Date: 05/19/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 19, 2010 -- In Yazoo County, US Arm... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Ebenezer Community Volunteer Fire Station disaster staging area, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bolch speaks with Mrs Marsha Barbour, wife of Governor Haley Barbour, as FEMA Deputy Joe Girot observes. FEMA is here in response to the deadly April 24 tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Eben...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA FCO Michael Bolch, Deputy FCO Joe Girot with Mrs Barbour Production Date: 05/01/2010 Caption: Lexington, Miss. , May 1, 2010 -- At the Ebenezer Community ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , April 29, 2010 -- Utility crews, some from other states, are clearing tangled masses of debris left by the deadly tornado which struck Yazoo County and four others on April 24. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , April 29, 2010 -- Utility...

The original database describes this as: Title: Utility Crews Clear Debris from Deadly Tornado in Yazoo City, Mi Production Date: 04/29/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , April 29, 2010 -- Utility crews, some... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- Mississippi Emergency Management worker Todd Demuth with FEMA Community Relations Specialists Jane Brom (Lead) and Steve Huffstutler speak with a storm impacted resident to inform about FEMA services for survivors of the deadly tornado of April 24. George Armstrong, FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- Mississippi Emer...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations and State Workers speak with a resident in the field in Mississippi Production Date: 05/05/2010 Caption: Weir, Miss. , May 5, 2010 -- Missi... More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- County trucks are working long hours, clearing roads blocked by fallen trees and all kinds of debris. FEMA grants will be available to cities and towns through the Public Assistance Program to offset the expense of recovery. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- County trucks are working long ho...

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

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A survivor of the devasting tornado in Smithville MS registers with FEMA as the first step toward getting assistance for recovery. The Disaster Recovery Center also has The Small Business Administration, and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) to make the process easier for applicants. Tents were used here because of a lack of suitable buildings due to the storm destruction. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A survivor of the devasti...

The original database describes this as: Title: Survivors register with FEMA in Smithville, Mississippi Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A survivor of the devasting tor... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- This is what is left of the Smithville Police department after the devasting tornado on April 27th. Five people, including the Police Chief, rode out the storm here and survived. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- This is what is left of t...

The original database describes this as: Title: Smithville, Ms. Police Department completely destroyed. Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- This is what is left of the Smi... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- Volunteers from a neighboring town sort donations in Smithville MS after the tornado devastated the small community. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- Volunteers from a neighb...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers sort donations in Smithville MS Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- Volunteers from a neighboring town sort don... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- Volunteers with the Red Cross provide food, water, and other essentials in Smithville MS after the tornado devastated the small community. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- Volunteers with the Red ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Red Cross volunteers in Smithville, Mississippi Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- Volunteers with the Red Cross provide ... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center is operating in Smithville MS. Tents were used here because of a lack of suitable buildings due to the storm destruction. The Disaster Recovery Center also has The Small Business Administration, and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) to make the process easier for applicants. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A FEMA Disaster Recovery ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Tents used for Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 05/01/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 1, 2011 -- A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center is operating in... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- A Mobile Disaster Recovery Center is on-site in Smithville Miss. to offer assistance to those affected by recent tornadoes. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- A Mobile Disaster Recover...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Howard Greenblatt taken on 05/09/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 05/09/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- A Mobile Disaster Re... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- This gift shop is one of many businesses destroyed by the tornado in Smithville MS. FEMA is in the area to assist those in need. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- This gift shop is one of ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damage to A Business in Mississippi Production Date: 05/09/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- This gift shop is one of many businesses destroyed ... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- This home is now a twisted ruin after being hit by a tornado in Smithville Mississippi. FEMA provides funds to homeowners to help with the recovery. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- This home is now a twist...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damage to homes in Mississippi Production Date: 05/09/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- This home is now a twisted ruin after being hit by a to... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- The pews are all that remain of the First Free Will Baptist Church of Smithville Mississippi following destructive tornadoes. FEMA is on hand to offer assistance. Howard Greenblatt/ FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- The pews are all that rem...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Howard Greenblatt taken on 05/09/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 05/09/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- The pews are all tha... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- This is what remains of the Smithville Post Office following deadly tornadoes which struck Smithville Mississippi. FEMA is available to assist affected residents. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- This is what remains of t...

The original database describes this as: Title: Smithville, MS tornadoes Production Date: 05/09/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- This is what remains of the Smithville Post Office following d... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- The resident of this home displays the American flag in front of his home which was destroyed by recent tornadoes in Smithville Mississippi. FEMA is available to assist survivors of this disaster. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- The resident of this home...

The original database describes this as: Title: Smithville, MS tornadoes Production Date: 05/09/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 9, 2011 -- The resident of this home displays the American flag in front ... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 11, 2011 -- Ann Herrington, FEMA Applicant Assistant, and Leland Grater, FEMA Hazard Mitigation Advisor, offer support to residents who were affected by tornados in Smithville Mississippi. FEMA is on hand to help disaster victims. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 11, 2011 -- Ann Herrington, FEMA Ap...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Howard Greenblatt taken on 05/11/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 11, 2011 -- Ann Herrington, FE... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA Applicant Assistant John Kuklewicz offers support to a victim of the recent tornadoes in Smithville Mississippi. FEMA is available to assist those affected by the tornadoes. Howard Greenblatt/ FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA Applicant Assistant...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Assistance applicants in Smithville, MS Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA Applicant Assistant John Kuklewi... More

Tornado - Clinton, Miss. , May 24, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations unit and MEMA meet regularly to compare, access and update information. FEMA provides funds to disaster survivors. Richard Cardona/FEMA

Tornado - Clinton, Miss. , May 24, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations un...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Howard Greenblatt taken on 05/24/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Clinton, Miss. , May 24, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relatio... More

Tornado - Jackson, Miss. , May 24, 2011 -- FEMA offers person to person disaster recovery assistance. Richard Cardona/FEMA

Tornado - Jackson, Miss. , May 24, 2011 -- FEMA offers person to pers...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Assistance in Jackson MS Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Jackson, Miss. , May 24, 2011 -- FEMA offers person to person disaster recovery assistance.... More

Tornado - Jackson, Miss. , May 24, 2011 -- FEMA opens recovery centers in communities that have been affected by recent flooding. Richard Cardona/FEMA

Tornado - Jackson, Miss. , May 24, 2011 -- FEMA opens recovery centers...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Assistance in Jackson, MS Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Jackson, Miss. , May 24, 2011 -- FEMA opens recovery centers in communities that have been ... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 28, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Toby Rice shares information with other FEMA Community Relations Specialists as they prepare to disseminate information to residents of Smithville Mississippi following a devastating tornado. FEMA works to insure that all affected by disaster are aware of available benefits. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 28, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations...

The original database describes this as: Title: Smithville, MS Community Relations Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 28, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Toby Rice share... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 28, 2011 -- After listening to a Smithville Mississippi resident's disaster story, FEMA Community Relations Specialist Pricilla Llamas shares a tender moment with him as FEMA Relations Specialist John Grace looks on. FEMA aids survivors in the recovery process. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , May 28, 2011 -- After listening to a Smi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Howard Greenblatt taken on 05/28/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 05/28/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , May 28, 2011 -- After listening to ... More

Tornado - Miss. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Terry Quarles meets with the Mayor of Smithville to discuss the current status of the clean-up and recovery effort, in Smithville, Mississippi. FEMA stays on the ground long after the initial incident to aid local residents in recovering any losses they may have suffered. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Tornado - Miss. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer T...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Terry Quarles Meets with the Mayor of Smithville Production Date: 06/10/2011 Caption: Miss. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA Federal C... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA FCO Terry Quarles meets with Gregg Kennedy, Mayor of Smithville, to discuss the current status of the clean-up and recovery effort, in Smithville, Mississippi. FEMA stays on the ground long after the initial incident to aid local residents in recovering any losses they may have suffered. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA FCO Terry Quarles ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA FCO Terry Quarles meets with Mayor of Smithville Production Date: 06/10/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA FCO Terry Quarles meets wi... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA External Affairs Officer, Bruce Brodoff and FCO Terry Quarles exchange a friendly moment with gathered officials from FEMA and MEMA at local Piggly Wiggly supermarket, in Smithville, Mississippi, damaged during the tornado. FEMA regularly meets on site with local officials to discuss needs and keep all parties informed. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA External Affairs O...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Christopher Ragazzo taken on 06/10/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 06/10/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , June 10, 2011 -- FEMA External Af... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 11, 2011 -- FEMA Trailers awaiting new families. FEMA provides new temporary trailers and builds front porches for each home. FEMA provides assistance in the form of housing to affected residents of communities affected by the devastation. Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 11, 2011 -- FEMA Trailers awaiting ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Trailers Await New Families Production Date: 06/11/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , June 11, 2011 -- FEMA Trailers awaiting new families. FEMA provides n... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 11, 2011 -- FEMA Trailers awaiting new families. FEMA provides new temporary trailers and builds front porches for each home. FEMA provides assistance in the form of housing to affected residents of communities affected by the devastation.

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 11, 2011 -- FEMA Trailers awaiting ...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Delivering Temporary Housing Units in Smithville Production Date: 06/11/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , June 11, 2011 -- FEMA Trailers awaiting new fami... More

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 13, 2011 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Albie Lewis leads a panel discussion at the Safer Alabama Summit on mitigation. Mitigation helps reduce the loss of life and property in the event of a disaster.

Tornado - Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 13, 2011 -- Federal Coordinating Off...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Samir Valeja taken on 06/13/2011 in Alabama Production Date: 06/13/2011 Caption: Tuscaloosa, Ala. , June 13, 2011 -- Federal Coordinating Officer... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 14, 2011 -- NFL Player Reggie Kelly signs an autograph for a young boy who suffered injuries during the Smithville, Mississippi tornado. FEMA Special Projects coordinates efforts to bring support and media awareness to stricken regions. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 14, 2011 -- NFL Player Reggie Kelly...

The original database describes this as: Title: NFL Player Reggie Kelly Visits Smithville, Mississippi Production Date: 06/14/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , June 14, 2011 -- NFL Player Reggie Kelly signs ... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 14, 2011 -- NFL Player Reggie Kelly gets a tour of the FEMA homes in his hometown of Smithville, Mississippi. FEMA supplies housing complete with supplies to families affected by disasters. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 14, 2011 -- NFL Player Reggie Kelly...

The original database describes this as: Title: Reggie Kelly Tours FEMA homes in Smithville, Mississippi Production Date: 06/14/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , June 14, 2011 -- NFL Player Reggie Kelly gets... More

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 14, 2011 -- NFL Player Reggie Kelly hands out books to children affected by the tornado in his hometown of Smithville, Mississippi. FEMA Special Projects coordinates events that bring relief efforts to affected communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Tornado - Smithville, Miss. , June 14, 2011 -- NFL Player Reggie Kelly...

The original database describes this as: Title: NFL Player Reggie Kelly hands out books to children. Production Date: 06/14/2011 Caption: Smithville, Miss. , June 14, 2011 -- NFL Player Reggie Kelly hands ou... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Big Rock, Tenn. , June 15, 2011 -- Foudiya Henri, a Community Relations field worker, Shavonne Westerfield, a Tennessee Emergency Management Agency worker, and Kristen McEnroe, a Federal Coordinating Officer cadre writer, walk through the devastation of Rock City. Community Relations field workers are FEMA's boots on the ground, often the first face-to-face contact many survivors have with the agency. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA.

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Big Rock, Tenn. , June 15, 2011 -- Foudiya He...

The original database describes this as: Title: DR_1974_TN Production Date: 06/15/2011 Caption: Big Rock, Tenn. , June 15, 2011 -- Foudiya Henri, a Community Relations field worker, Shavonne Westerfield, a T... More

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , June 23, 2011 -- A house ravaged by flood waters has been gutted to allow the mold to disperse. FEMA assesses homes and property for weeks after the water has receded to get help to those who need it most. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Flooding - Vicksburg, Miss. , June 23, 2011 -- A house ravaged by floo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flood Ravaged Home In Vicksburg, Miss. Production Date: 06/23/2011 Caption: Vicksburg, Miss. , June 23, 2011 -- A house ravaged by flood waters has been gutted... More

Flooding ^ Tornado - Clinton, Miss. , July 15, 2011 -- Larry Bowman, MEMA Deputy State Coordinating Officer and Terry Quarles, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer, address an All Hands Meeting at the Mississippi JFO. FEMA works closely with state agencies to insure all disaster survivors are aware of and receive appropriate benefits. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Flooding ^ Tornado - Clinton, Miss. , July 15, 2011 -- Larry Bowman, M...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Howard Greenblatt taken on 07/15/2011 in Mississippi Production Date: 07/15/2011 Caption: Clinton, Miss. , July 15, 2011 -- Larry Bowman, MEMA De... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , July 28, 2011 -- Contractors began to transported 194 temporary houses at the Officer Jeff Taylor site next to Joplin Regional Airport, Missouri. Asphalt roadways and all utilities related to the infrastructure of the community, including a sewer system and waterline installation will be only few of the many facilities for this new community. - Photo by: Rossyveth Rey-Berríos/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , July 28, 2011 -- Contractors be...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Rossyveth Rey-Berrios taken on 07/28/2011 in Missouri Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , July 28, 2011 -- Contractors began to tr... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signaling the opening of the Harrison County Hurricane Center. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signal...

The original database describes this as: Title: Harrison County Evacuation Shelter Opens To Public Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signali... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Saucier, Mississippi community members gather for the official opening ceremonies of the Harrison County Evacuation Shelter. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Saucier, Mississippi community membe...

The original database describes this as: Title: Harrison County Evacuation Shelter Dedication Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Saucier, Mississippi community members gat... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signaling the opening of the Harrison County Hurricane Center. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signal...

The original database describes this as: Title: Harrison County Evacuation Shelter Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signaling the opening o... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , July 28, 2011 - Contractors begin to prepare a second temporary housing site near the Joplin Regional Airport. The "Hope Haven" community is expected to receive up to 152 temporary housing units by the end of August 2011. The project includes temporary gravel pads for housing foundations, emergency storm shelters, bus stops, mailbox units and other facilities. - Photo by: Rossyveth Rey-Berríos/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , July 28, 2011 - Contractors b...

The original database describes this as: Title: 2Hope Heaven site Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , July 28, 2011 - Contractors begin to prepare a second temporary housing site near the Jo... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the official opening ceremonies of the Harrison County Evacuation Shelter. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the off...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hurricane Shelter Dedication Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the official opening ceremonie... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Connie Rockco (District 5) speaking at the opening of the Harrison County Hurricane Center. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Connie Rockco (District 5) speaking ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Harrison County Evacuation Shelter Dedication Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Connie Rockco (District 5) speaking at the... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the official opening ceremonies of the Harrison County Evacuation Shelter. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the off...

The original database describes this as: Title: Harrison County Evacuation Shelter Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the official opening cer... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signaling the opening of the Harrison County Hurricane Center. Connie Rockco (District 5) and Stephen Juszczyk (FEMA) are exuberant at the grand opening of the shelter. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Harrison County Evacuation Shelter Opens Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signaling the ope... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signaling the opening of the Harrison County Evacuation Shelter. Stephen Juszczyk (FEMA) dons a hardhat at the grand opening of the shelter. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signa...

The original database describes this as: Title: Harrison County Evacuation Shelter Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signaling the opening ... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the official opening ceremonies of the Harrison County Evacuation Shelter. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the off...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hurricane Shelter Dedication Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Community members gather for the official opening ceremonie... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signaling the opening of the Harrison County Evacuation Shelter. Stephen Juszczyk (FEMA) makes a dedication speech. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signal...

The original database describes this as: Title: Harrison County Evacuation Shelter Opens Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- The ribbon was officially cut signaling the ope... More

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Harrison County, Mississippi community members gather for the official opening ceremonies of the Harrison County Evacuation Shelter. FEMA and MEMA worked together to build three hurricane facilities to serve the Harrison County communities. Photo: Chris Ragazzo/FEMA

Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Harrison County, Mississippi communi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Hurricane Shelter Dedication Production Date: 07/28/2011 Caption: Saucier, Miss. , July 28, 2011 -- Harrison County, Mississippi community members gather for t... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bridgeport, Conn. , August 30, 2011 --Governor Malloy speaks to employees at the local Emergency Operations Center. The Governor was touring the area to see damage incurred by Tropical Storm Irene. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bridgeport, Conn. , August 30, 2011 --Gover...

The original database describes this as: Title: Governor Malloy Addesses Employees of the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center Production Date: 08/30/2011 Caption: Bridgeport, Conn. , August 30, 2011 --Gov... More

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- This rural home suffered significant damage due to the February 10th tornado that touched down in Marion County. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in the county to bring help closer to residents who have suffered losses Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- This rural home suffered significant...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Foxworth, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR... More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Mississippi Emergency Management (MEMA) representative Donna Gray assists in putting up signs as the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Forrest County prepares to open. FEMA and the State of Mississippi are working closely together to answer survivors' questions in FEMA DRCs. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Mississippi Emergency Management ...

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

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- An 88 year old woman and her daughter were home and in a closet when the tornado struck and destroyed their home. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in this area so that residents may have easy access to information and help from FEMA. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- An 88 year old woman and her daug...

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

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 23, 2013 -- Iris Fields, Hazard Mitigation Specialist, prepares a display illustrating construction elements of a safe room. FEMA has Hazard Mitigation specialists at Home Depot, distributing advice and information about making a safe room in your home. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 23, 2013 -- Iris Fields, Hazard Mitigation Sp...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding ... More

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- Scrap metal and a few personal items sit beside the driveway of this rural home site. FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Marion County to bring help closer to residents that have damages from the tornadoes. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Foxworth, Miss., Feb. 19, 2013 -- Scrap metal and a few personal items...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Foxworth, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR... More

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

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The American Red Cross has set up...

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

Petal, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The tornado that passed through Petal destroyed an Ace Hardware store. Workers are salvaging store inventory that survived the tornado. The Small Business Administration has business loans available to help restore businesses damaged by declared disasters. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Petal, Miss., Feb. 17, 2013 -- The tornado that passed through Petal d...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41... More

Purvis, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Jackie Moats unpacks supplies at the soon to be open Joint Field Office. The setting up of a Joint Field Office is a complicated procedure and the Joint Field Office support staff are experts at getting FEMA operations active and functioning. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Purvis, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Jackie Moats unpacks supplies at the s...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Purvis, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4... More

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- The EF-4 Tornado which struck this neighborhood left little to be salvaged. FEMA representatives are going door to door in these damaged areas, offering assistance and information to help restore lives. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- The EF-4 Tornado which struck this ...

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

Perry County, Miss., Feb. 22, 2013 -- Most homes along the Leaf River were seasonal, but not all. This home and others nearby were swept away when the river flooded to the highest level in 33 years. Perry County has requested a FEMA disaster declaration due to the extensive flooding in the county. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Perry County, Miss., Feb. 22, 2013 -- Most homes along the Leaf River ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-22 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Perry County, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding... More

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 2, 2013 -- Monique Draper, Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), passes out FEMA information at an entry gate to the Saturday evening basketball game. FEMA and MEMA have been on campus, answering questions for students and staff. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 2, 2013 -- Monique Draper, Mississippi Emerg...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding ... More

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

Oak Grove, Miss., Feb. 20, 2013 -- Oak Grove resident Erving Carr, sit...

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

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Charles Buckner, Applicant Services Specialist, assists a survivor who is applying via the Phone Bank at the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Forrest County. FEMA DRCs are opening in Hattiesburg to answer survivors' questions and to assist them through the application process. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Charles Buckner, Applicant Servic...

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

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 1, 2013 -- A tremendous amount of damage to homes was done by falling trees, often splintered at the base by the EF4 tornado. FEMA's Public Assistance Program has determined that several Mississippi Counties are eligible for Public Assistance Grants to offset the costs associated with storm debris cleanup. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., March 1, 2013 -- A tremendous amount of damage to ...

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

Waynesboro, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- FEMA's Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS) Information Technology Specialists Jessica Stilwell and Larry Bishop configure a laptop. MERS teams are used in the FEMA Disaster Response Mission to provide logistical, life support, operations, and telecommunication support during the early stages of disaster response activities. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Waynesboro, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- FEMA's Mobile Emergency Response S...

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

Petal, Miss., Feb. 25, 2013 -- Damon Mitchell, FEMA Community Relations Specialist, answers questions at a Rotary Club Meeting. FEMA has specialists available to speak to groups about how survivors can get assistance from FEMA, the Small Business Administration and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Petal, Miss., Feb. 25, 2013 -- Damon Mitchell, FEMA Community Relation...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Petal, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-41... More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 27, 2013 -- Hazard Mitigation Specialists are at Lowe's to distribute information and answer questions for customers. FEMA has Hazard Mitigation specialists working in Mississippi with training in building safe rooms. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 27, 2013 -- Hazard Mitigation Specialists are...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding ... More

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

Petal, Miss., Feb. 24, 2013 -- Carol Murphy, an American Red Cross (AR...

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

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

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- FEMA's Mobile Emergency Response ...

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

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 27, 2013 -- The Westminster Presbyterian Church was heavily damaged, and windows shattered even though under protective sheeting. The Small Business Administration has low interest loans available to assist in the recovery process. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 27, 2013 -- The Westminster Presbyterian Chur...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding ... More

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 25, 2013 -- Terence Gannon, Hazard Mitigation Specialist, is recorded by WHLT Channel 22 as he answers questions for a Home Depot customer. FEMA has Hazard Mitigation Specialists at Hattiesburg Lowe's and Home Depot, distributing advice and information about making a safe room in your home. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 25, 2013 -- Terence Gannon, Hazard Mitigation...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Hattiesburg, MS Disasters: Mississippi Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding ... More

Buckatunna, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Little was left to salvage of this destroyed home and toys lie on the ground. FEMA has opened Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) in these areas, providing local access. FEMA representatives are going door to door in the county, answering questions and providing information on how to apply for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Buckatunna, Miss., Feb. 18, 2013 -- Little was left to salvage of this...

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

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Entire neighborhoods have home after home destroyed by falling trees, leaving a barren landscape. FEMA has opened Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) in these areas, providing local access. FEMA representatives are going door to door answering questions and providing information on how to apply for FEMA assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Hattiesburg, Miss., Feb. 16, 2013 -- Entire neighborhoods have home af...

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

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