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

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

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

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Volunteers from Occupy Sandy are taking out drywalls that were damaged due to Hurricane Sandy. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Volunteers from Occupy Sandy are taki...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Elissa Jun City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Debris ^ hurricane sandy ^ Far Rockaway ^ occupy sandy Disas... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Local Red Hook resident Danielle Jackson paints the stoop at her house after being impacted by Hurricane Sandy. State and federal officials encourage people affected by the disaster to register for assistance immediately by calling toll-free 800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY 800-462-7585. The toll-free line is in operation from 6 a.m. to midnight (CDT) until further notice. Registration can be accomplished anytime at www.disasterassistance.gov or with a smartphone at http://m.fema.gov. Multilingual operators are available and for information on programs in multiple languages visit www.fema.gov/all-languages. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- Local Red Hook resident Danielle Jacks...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Brooklyn, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Forest Hills, N.Y., April 15, 2013 -- Strategy and Messaging Specialist, David Hasemyer is the winner of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize award for national affairs. David is part of the InsideClimate News Team that did a seven month investigative report on the Kalamazoo River oil spill of 2010. Ashley Andujar/FEMA

Forest Hills, N.Y., April 15, 2013 -- Strategy and Messaging Specialis...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ashley Andujar City/State: Forest Hills, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: ... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Workmen repair a gas line at B219 Street and Breezy Point, Blvd. in Breezy Point, NY, after it was damaged by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with various partners including federal, state local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations, along with the private sector, to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Chris Kleponis/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Workmen repair a gas line at B219...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Chris Kleponis City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: FEMA Tropical Storm Sandy Flooding Recovery DR-4085 H... More

New York, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2012 -- Community Relations specialist Jean Riendeau at the Joint Field Office in Queens, NY for Hurricane Sandy recovery. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy

New York, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2012 -- Community Relations specialist Jean R...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Annette Foglino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Sandy Community Relations Disasters: New York... More

Freeport, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- A Freeport resident removes debris to the curb 6 weeks after Hurricane Sandy. After a disaster, debris must be removed to protect health and safety, and promote the economic recovery of the community. FEMA Public Assistance grants reimburse eligible jurisdictions a minimum of 75 percent of the costs for eligible work. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Freeport, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- A Freeport resident removes debris to...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Howard Greenblatt City/State: Freeport, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: F... More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- FEMA visits with Chief Richard Colleran of Roxbury Volunteer Emergency Services, who's fire house is providing support and food services to local residents of the Far Rockaways and Breezy Point. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- FEMA visits with Chief Richard Co...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Far Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: ... More

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

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

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

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

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

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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- U.S. Postal Service letter carrier, Tim Murphy, left, gives mail to local resident, George Zandalasini, at a make shift post office that has set up in Breezy Point at the local combined New York City Restoration Center and Disaster Recovery Center due to Hurricane Sandy. The local post office was damaged by the storm and employees took the initiative to set up this office. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- U.S. Postal Service letter carrier, Ti...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- Cheria Brown, center, and Erin Cowans, right, community relations specialists, provide assistance to survivors in the hard h it neighborhoods of Coney Island. FEMA is working with various partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations, along with the private sector, to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

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

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Melinda McDonough, team leader of Community Relations Team31, with her team in front the training ship TS Kennedy. From left, Robert Staat, Allen Avery, Mishana Egan, Melinda McDonough, Don Jacobson, Annette Ambrosio,and Bryan English. FEMA is working with various partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments , voluntary faith-based and community -based organizations, along with the private sector, to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Ed Edahl

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

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

Breezy Point, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- FEMA officials tour Breezy Point, NY with Chief Richard Colleran of Roxbury Volunteer Emergency Services, who's fire house is providing support and food services to local residents of the Far Rockaways and Breezy Point. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- FEMA officials tour Breezy Point,...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Breezy Point, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: ... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2012 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) survey a home destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. The home will be demolished and removed because it is blocking the right of way on a Staten Island street. FEMA's Public Assistance Program allows for debris removal from public property to eliminate health and safety hazards. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2012 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ Public Assistance ^ hurricane sandy ^ Individu... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists (CR) pass out registration information flyers to Hurricane Sandy survivors. FEMA encourages all residents impacted by Sandy to register for assistance. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Special...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

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

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

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

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 25, 2012 -- A FEMA Community Relations (CR) team visits Coney Island survivors in different locations to assess their experiences and their unmet needs. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

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

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

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2012 -- The famous Cyclone was seriously damaged by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with various partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations, along with the private sector, to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

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

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

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

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 19, 2012 -- A FEMA Community Relations team canvass a Long Island neighborhood checking on Hurricane Sandy survivors. The team walked door to door to ensure that anyone that had been affected by the hurricane had registered for FEMA/State disaster assistance. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 19, 2012 -- A FEMA Community Relations team can...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: Community Relations Damage Debris FEMA Hurricane Sandy L... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 19, 2012 -- Shannon Arledge, FEMA Community Relations specialist, canvasses a Long Island neighborhood checking on Hurricane Sandy survivors. The team walked door to door to ensure that anyone that had been affected by the hurricane had registered for FEMA/State disaster assistance. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 19, 2012 -- Shannon Arledge, FEMA Community Rel...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: Community Relations Damage Debris FEMA Hurricane Sandy L... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Community Relations Teams (CR) continue to reach out to hurricane Sandy survivors at a local commodities distribution center. FEMA works with volunteer agencies and community leaders to find out where disaster assistance is still needed. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Community Relations Teams (CR) c...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

Islip, N.Y., Nov. 6, 2012 -- FEMA official, Justin Dombrowski, listens to disaster survivor Lorraine Ipilito, in her hurricane damaged home in Islip, New York. Federal, state and local officials toured the area to coordinate recovery efforts in Suffolk County. Hurricane Sandy created widespread flooding, power outages and devastation in New York. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Islip, N.Y., Nov. 6, 2012 -- FEMA official, Justin Dombrowski, listens...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Islip, NY Keywords: Damage ^ Flooding ^ FEMA ^ local ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Debris sits in a pie following Hurricane Sandy. FEMA plays a vital role supporting State, Tribal and local governments as they respond to the impacts of Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Elissa Jun/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Debris sits in a pie following Hurric...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Elissa Jun City/State: Rockaway, NY Keywords: Debris ^ Volunteer ^ hurricane sandy ^ Far Rockaway Disaster... More

Freeport, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- Many boats floated ashore and wound up in unlikely places following Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Freeport, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- Many boats floated ashore and wound u...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Howard Greenblatt City/State: Freeport, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: F... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- (From left) Vladimir Vishnevskiy, director of Immigrant Services, Lyubov Mikityansky, assistant director, and Michael Abdurakhmanov, relief coordinator, check files at the Hurricane Sandy Assistance Center at the Edith and Carl Marks Jewish Community House of Bensonhurst in Brooklyn, New York. Photo by Paul Lomartire/FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- (From left) Vladimir Vishnevskiy, dir...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Paul Lomartire City/State: Brooklyn, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurr... 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

Stony Point, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- FEMA visits with James E. Foland, supervisor of the Stony Point Bay Marina on the Hudson River in Stony Point , New York , to receive a guided tour of clean up efforts. This small craft settled hundreds of yards inland from it's mooring at the marina when the tidal surge retreated. FEMA is providing assistance and support to businesses and residents of Rockland County, NY affected by Hurricane Sandy

Stony Point, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- FEMA visits with James E. Foland, ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Stony Point, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: F... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 --Local residents use a charging station set up by New York Police Department in an area impacted by Hurricane Sandy.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 --Local residents use a charging station ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... 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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 13, 2012 -- Trena Johnson of the American Red Cross helps a Hurricane Sandy survivor. Faith-based and volunteer organizations help fill needs like shelters,food and clothing, and work with FEMA to to find out where help is needed. This Disaster Recovery Center( DRC) opened Tuesday at 239 Fingerboard Rd, Staten Island, and is where residents impacted by Sandy can go to begin the registration process. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 13, 2012 -- Trena Johnson of the American Re...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

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

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

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

Far Rockaways, N.Y., Dec. 17, 2012 -- Michael Houston, FEMA disability integration advisor, demonstrates the assistive technology use of an iPad at a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center. Bill Koplitz/FEMA

Far Rockaways, N.Y., Dec. 17, 2012 -- Michael Houston, FEMA disability...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Bill Koplitz City/State: Far Rockaways, NY Keywords: disability ipad ^ Disability ^ iPad Disasters: New Yo... More

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

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

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

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- The City of New York has provided police lights for survivors to use for cell phone charge stations in Queens, NY. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary, faith-based and community-based organizations, and the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Mary Simms

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

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

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

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

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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency , Environmental Field Specialist, Rafal Volder, changes a battery that is in an Electronic Beta Attenuation Mass Monitor device that has been set up to monitor air quality at Floyd Bennett Field. Debris from the Hurricane Sandy has been collected at the location and is being put in a wood chipper. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Dec. 3, 2012 -- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ,...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

Fire Island, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Homes on historic Fire Island took a beating, as homes and their contents were tossed about and moved from their foundations, including a piano. 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 -- Homes on historic Fire Island took...

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 ^ sandy ^ homes ^ Fire Island ^... More

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 25, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Specialist, Eric Phillipson assists Russian hurricane survivor, Gregori Yacosheski with his special disaster related needs. The LEP strategic strike team was assigned to the Russian community in Coney Island, New York in response to Hurricane Sandy. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Coney Island, N.Y., Nov. 25, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Limited ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Coney Island, NY Keywords: New York ^ hurricane sandy ^ Community Relations ^ sur... More

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2012 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is continuing coordination of sand screening, sifting and remediation at Jacob Riis Park, in the New York City borough of Queens. FEMA is providing Public Assistance funds to aid in the cleanup and restoration of the Rockaways and Breezy Point, Queens, NY. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2012 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Far Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: ... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 25, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations team prepares to reach out to residents after flooding caused by Hurricane Sandy damaged the building. 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

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 25, 2012 -- A FEMA community relations team prepa...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-25 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Chris Kleponis City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: FEMA Tropical Storm Sandy Flooding Disaster Relief Recove... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2013 -- Scattered bricks and debris are all that remain of the home of a disaster survivor on Kissam Ave. on Staten Island following the onslaught of Hurricane Sandy on October 29, 2012. FEMA assists disaster survivors (e.g. temporary housing, individual assistance) following catastrophic events like Hurricane Sandy in tandem with efforts of state and local governments. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2013 -- Scattered bricks and debris are a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Surge ^ Disaster ^ Flooding ^ Debris ^ New York... More

Chestnut Ridge, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- Town of Ramapo Tree and Mulch Operation at the Saddle River Pool, in Chestnut Ridge, NY. FEMA is providing public assistance for clean up and recovery to municipalities affected by Hurricane Sandy. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

Chestnut Ridge, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- Town of Ramapo Tree and Mulch O...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Chestnut Ridge, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists (CR) meet with Hurricane Sandy survivors in their neighborhood. CR teams go to the impacted areas and show how to register for assistance, and to answer questions about the application process. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Special...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 --The FEMA Branch Director for Nassau/Suffolk Counties, Mark Neveau visits a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center set in Far Rockaway, New York. The center was set up to assist the needs of Hurricane Sandy survivors. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 --The FEMA Branch Director for Nassa...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Far Rockaway, NY Keywords: Damage ^ Flooding ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy ^ homes... More

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2012 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is continuing coordination of sand screening, sifting and remediation at Jacob Riis Park, in the New York City borough of Queens. FEMA is providing public assistance funds to aid in the cleanup and restoration of the Rockaways and Breezy Point, Queens, NY. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2012 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Far Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: ... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2012 -- Homeowner Leillanie Morrissey photographs the remains of her home which was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. The home will be removed because it is blocking street access. FEMA's Public Assistance Program allows for debris removal from public property to eliminate health and safety hazards. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2012 -- Homeowner Leillanie Morrissey ph...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ Public Assistance ^ hurricane sandy ^ Individu... More

New York, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2012 -- Community Relations specialist Jean Riendeau has been with FEMA since 1997 when she became a survivor of the Red River Floods in North Dakota. Since then she has worked at over 50 disasters sites, including most recently Hurricane Sandy in New York

New York, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2012 -- Community Relations specialist Jean R...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Annette Foglino City/State: New York, NY Keywords: Hurricane Sandy ^ New York ^ Community Relations ^ Jean ... More

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 12, 2012 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is removing debris from Far Rockaway, Long Island beaches boardwalk. Using a fleet of front-end loaders, crawler excavators and dump trucks, the Army Corps is working block by block to clear debris and make way for new sand. Replenishing the beach falls under the New York Department of Parks and Recreation authority. Eliud Echevarria/FEMA

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 12, 2012 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ...

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists (CR) listen to concerns from a Hurricane Sandy survivor. CR teams go to the impacted areas to help residents register for disaster assistance, and to answer questions about the application process. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Special...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... 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

Seaford, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- This is the scene in Seaford New York in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. FEMA assists eligible survivors to obtain benefits. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Seaford, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- This is the scene in Seaford New York ...

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 8, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations staff briefing at VFW on Staten Island before hitting the neighbors. 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 -- FEMA Community Relations staff br...

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: Prepare ^ Assistance ^ Disaster ^ FEMA ^ hurricane... More

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

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

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

Island Park, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- FEMA Applicant Program Services Specialist, Luis Hernandez, assists a local resident at a Disaster Recovery Center. Local residents are encouraged to come to the centers to register for assistance if they need help with the process or they may visit the center to get additional information on programs that may be available to them if they were impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Island Park, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- FEMA Applicant Program Services Sp...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-30 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Island Park, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types... More

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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael B...

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

Garden City, N.Y., Nov. 22, 2012 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Nassau Community College, 1 Education Drive Garden City is open as other DRC's in New York to assist disaster survivors in Thanksgiving Day. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

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

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

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team members moved through Breezy Point and Rockaway, NY, after Hurricane Sandy. The CR members talked with disaster survivors about FEMA assistance and assessed the situation on the ground. Photo by Walt Jennings/FEMA

Queens, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations (CR) team membe...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Queens, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

Atlanta, Ga., Oct. 31, 2012 -- Through distribution centers in Atlanta, Ga. and Frederick, Md., FEMA maintains commodities, including millions of liters of water, millions of meals and hundreds of thousands of blankets. As of last evening, more than 305,000 liters of water and more than 185,000 meals in staging at Incident Support Bases in Westover, MA and Lakehurst, NJ, have been transferred to states to supplement their existing inventory. The Incident Support Bases continue to be restocked in anticipation of additional requests for assistance from affected states

Atlanta, Ga., Oct. 31, 2012 -- Through distribution centers in Atlanta...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-31 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Brian Glaviano City/State: Atlanta, GA Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) ^ New Jersey Hurricane... More

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

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

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

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2012 -- The Army Corps of Engineers is continuing coordination of sand screening, sifting and remediation at Jacob Riis Park, in the New York City borough of Queens. FEMA is providing public assistance funds to aid in the cleanup and restoration of the Rockaways and Breezy Point, Queens, NY. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2012 -- The Army Corps of Engineers is co...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Far Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: ... More

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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- Administrator Craig Fugate, second fr...

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Rich Serino tours a berthing compartment on the TS Kennedy, a maritime academy training ship. The ship is serving as home to more than 400 DHS surge capacity force (SCF) volunteers. The force was activated to help with Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Rich Se...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 --Administrator Craig Fugate, left, and ...

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

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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Mic...

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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator of Protection and National Preparedness, Timothy Manning, left, , meets with employees responding to Hurricane Sandy at the Joint Field Office. Manning met with members of different departments to get feed back on activities happening in response to the disaster. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Dec. 10, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator of Protecti...

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 23, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Teams are still providing assistance and support to survivors in Staten Island. FEMA Community Relations teams continue to go door to door providing information on how to register for Disaster Assistance. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 23, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Teams a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Community ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ Outreach ^ floods ^... More

Freeport, N.Y., Nov. 28, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, center, speaks to FEMA Branch Supervisor Terry Winters, right, and Commissioner of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES), Jerome M. Hauer prior to a meeting with local officials. Administrator Fugate was in the area to meet with local officials to discuss recovery efforts from Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Freeport, N.Y., Nov. 28, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, cent...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Freeport, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists assist disaster survivors registering for federal assistance in Far Rockway. New York. 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. Rick Stout / FEMA

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialis...

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Community Relations specialist Clark Galloway (CR) explains how to register for disaster assistance to a Hurricane Sandy survivor. Even more than two weeks after the storm many residents impacted have not registered with FEMA. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Community Relations specialist C...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

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

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

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

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Material available from FEMA Mitigation Program to inform survivors about mitigation processes in Kings County Home Depot. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria/FEMA

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

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2012 -- Homeowner Leillanie Morrissey, looks at her home which was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. The home will be removed because it is blocking street access. FEMA's Public Assistance Program allows for debris removal from public property to eliminate health and safety hazards. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2012 -- Homeowner Leillanie Morrissey, l...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ Public Assistance ^ hurricane sandy ^ Individu... 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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Felix Vasquez of Staten Island is passing out blankets and cleaning supplies donated by the Salvation Army to neighbors that have lost everything due to Sandy. FEMA encourages volunteerism like this to help with recovery after a disaster. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Felix Vasquez of Staten Island i...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Tim Burkitt City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Hu... More

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

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

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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2012 -- FEMA officials walk through areas impacted by Hurricane Sandy as snow starts to blanket the area. As cleanup continues, the area was impacted by the Nor'easter, a winter storm impacting areas already hard hit from Sandy. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents affected by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2012 -- FEMA officials walk through areas...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Typ... More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Electricians Juan Montoya and Steve Gagliardi of TC Electric work in the home of Vincent Ribaudo who's house was flooded during Hurricane Sandy. The repairs are part of a program that FEMA designed, in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power (STEP) Pilot Program to assist State, local and Tribal governments in performing work and services essential to saving lives, protecting public health and safety, and protecting property. In particular, FEMA intends STEP to provide essential power to affected residences, thereby reducing the demand for other shelter options and allowing individuals to return to or remain in their home. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Electricians Juan Montoya and Steve G...

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

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- The American Red Cross delivers meals to Hurricane Sandy survivors in the Long Beach vicinity. The hurricane created widespread flooding, power outages and devastation on Long Island, New York. 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. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- The American Red Cross delivers meal...

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

South Ferry, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- Turnstiles at South Ferry Terminal to the 1 and R subways. Repair and restoration in progress. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

South Ferry, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- Turnstiles at South Ferry Terminal...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical ... 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

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Disaster survivors get assistance by Community Relations specialists in Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) located in 1 Beard Street, Brooklyn, NY. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary, faith-based and community-based organizations, and the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Eliud Echevarria/FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Disaster survivors get assistance by ...

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

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- FEMA visits with Chief Richard Colleran of Roxbury Volunteer Emergency Services, who's fire house is providing support and food services to local residents of the Far Rockaways and Breezy Point. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

Far Rockaway, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- FEMA visits with Chief Richard Co...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-13 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Far Rockaway, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: ... More

Yaphank, N.Y., Nov. 6, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator, Richard Serino, meets with local and State officials to coordinate recovery efforts in Suffolk County following Hurricane Sandy. Hurricane Sandy created widespread flooding, power outages and devastation across the Eastern states. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Yaphank, N.Y., Nov. 6, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator, Richard Seri...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Yaphank, NY Keywords: Damage ^ Flooding ^ FEMA ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy ^ hom... More

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