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Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Mississippi Emergency Management Agency's Mississippi Alternative Housing Manager Rick Christian is here as the first "Mississippi Cottage" is being set up in Yazoo City for the new owner. This MEMA program provides quick affordable housing for storm survivors who were left homeless by the April 24 tornado and is innovative in that it is not a lease but ownership program. FEMA and MEMA Individual Assistance Housing services are a critical part of the recovery process for homeless storm survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

The original database describes this as: Title: Mississippi Cottage and MEMA Housing Manager in Yazoo City, MS Production Date: 05/10/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Mississippi Emergency ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- FEMA contractors are setting up the first FEMA short term housing unit in Yazoo City in front of the home made unlivable by the April 24 tornado. FEMA Individual Assistance Housing services can be a critical part of the recovery process for homeless storm survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

The original database describes this as: Title: First FEMA Short Term Housing Unit Set up in Yazoo Mississippi Production Date: 05/10/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- FEMA contractors are s... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Interior view of the first "Mississippi Cottage" being set up for the new owner in Yazoo City. This innovative MEMA housing purchase rather than lease program, assists recovery for survivors left homeless by the April 24 tornado. FEMA and MEMA Individual Assistance Housing services are a critical part of the recovery process for homeless storm survivors. George Armstrong/FEMA

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

The original database describes this as: Title: Inside a "Mississippi Cottage" Housing Unit in Yazoo City, MS Production Date: 05/10/2010 Caption: Yazoo City, Miss. , May 10, 2010 -- Interior view of the fi... 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

Flooding - Bellevue, Tenn. , May 20, 2010 -- A mountain of home debris is formed as a result of homeowners gutting thier homes in the River Plantation section of Bellevue. 6-8 feet of floodwater left hundreds of homes damaged requiring residents to throw everything out in order to begin the recovery process.

Flooding - Bellevue, Tenn. , May 20, 2010 -- A mountain of home debris...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris pile in Tennessee Production Date: 05/20/2010 Caption: Bellevue, Tenn. , May 20, 2010 -- A mountain of home debris is formed as a result of homeowners g... More

Flooding - Nashville, Tenn. , May 20, 2010 -- Deputy Administrator Richard Serino talks with volunteers who were helping to rip out a home in the flooded Bordeaux neighborhood of Nashville. Serino toured heavily damaged areas of Tennessee to check on the recovery process.

Flooding - Nashville, Tenn. , May 20, 2010 -- Deputy Administrator Ric...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Deputy Administrator Serino in Tennessee Production Date: 05/20/2010 Caption: Nashville, Tenn. , May 20, 2010 -- Deputy Administrator Richard Serino talks... More

Flooding ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Employees from Tri-County Hospital volunteer to clear debris in the city cemetery from the hundreds of trees that were destroyed or damaged by the June 17, 2010 EF4 tornado. Volunteers are a critical element in the recovery process. FEMA/Michael Mancino

Flooding ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Employees from T...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cemetery clean up in Minnesota Production Date: 06/22/2010 Caption: Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Employees from Tri-County Hospital volunteer to clear debr... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Employees from the Tri-County Hospital volunteer to remove debris from the city cemetery from the hundreds of trees that were destroyed or damaged by the EF4 tornado that struck the city on June 17, 2010. Volunteers are a critical element in the recovery process. FEMA/Michael Mancino

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Employees fr...

The original database describes this as: Title: Cemetery clean up in Minnesota Production Date: 06/22/2010 Caption: Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- Employees from the Tri-County Hospital volunteer to remove... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- An American Red Cross emergency vehicle provides meals and beverages to volunteers at the Wadena City Cemetery which sustained severe tree damage during the June 17, 2010 F4 tornado. Volunteer agencies play an important role during the recovery process. FEMA/Michael Mancino

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- An American ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Red Cross team in Minnesota Production Date: 06/22/2010 Caption: Wadena, Minn. , June 22, 2010 -- An American Red Cross emergency vehicle provides meals and be... More

Flooding - Lake Delhi, Iowa, July 29, 2010 -- Small Business Administration recovery specialist Bill Morris records information during the initial phase of the recovery process from flooding in the Lake Delhi Dam area of northeast Iowa. Morris along with representatives from FEMA and the state of Iowa started the flood recovery with a preliminary damage assessment. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Lake Delhi, Iowa, July 29, 2010 -- Small Business Administr...

The original database describes this as: Title: SBA Specialist writing on a clipboard in Iowa Production Date: 07/29/2010 Caption: Lake Delhi, Iowa, July 29, 2010 -- Small Business Administration recovery sp... More

Flooding - Manchester, Iowa, July 28, 2010 -- Debris piles up in the right-of-way in a Manchester neighborhood as the recovery process begins following recent flooding in northeast Iowa. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Manchester, Iowa, July 28, 2010 -- Debris piles up in the r...

The original database describes this as: Title: Water damaged items at the curb in Iowa after flooding Production Date: 07/28/2010 Caption: Manchester, Iowa, July 28, 2010 -- Debris piles up in the right-of-... More

Flooding - Lake Delhi, Iowa, July 29, 2010 -- A house boat sits on what was once Lake Delhi, Iowa. FEMA, state, and county officials have started the first phase of the recovery process with a preliminary damage assessment in the county. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Lake Delhi, Iowa, July 29, 2010 -- A house boat sits on wha...

The original database describes this as: Title: Empty lake bed in Iowa Production Date: 07/29/2010 Caption: Lake Delhi, Iowa, July 29, 2010 -- A house boat sits on what was once Lake Delhi, Iowa. FEMA, state... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Queens, N. Y. , November 3, 2010 -- FEMA Public Assistance Coordinator Doug Westermann explains the recovery process to members of the NYC Parks and Recreation Department. FEMA is aiding in the recovery from the damage caused by the tornadoes and hurricane force winds that blew through the New York area on September 16, 2010. Jaime DeMarco/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Queens, N. Y. , November 3, 2010 -- FEMA Publ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by James Demarco Jr taken on 11/03/2010 in New York Production Date: 11/03/2010 Caption: Queens, N. Y. , November 3, 2010 -- FEMA Public Assistance ... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Charleston , W. Va. , June 5, 2009 -- External Affairs Officer Ross Fredenburg makes opening remarks at a news conference at the FEMA/West Virginia joint field office in Charleston. FEMA messaging stressed the importance of volunteering in the recovery process and announced a Web site for donations and volunteers through AidMatrix. Louis Sohn/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Charleston , W. Va. , J...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Louis Sohn taken on 06/05/2009 in West Virginia Production Date: 06/05/2009 Caption: Charleston , W. Va. , June 5, 2009 -- External Affairs Offic... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Jackson, Ky. , June 4, 2009 -- Damaged trailer home along a river in KY RT 30. Debris and other damages form the recent floods along KY RT 30 in Jackson, KY. FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) are opened to give residents a place to ask questions about the recovery process. Rob Melendez/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Jackson, Ky. , June 4, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged private property in Kentucky Production Date: 06/04/2009 Caption: Jackson, Ky. , June 4, 2009 -- Damaged trailer home along a river in KY RT 30. Debri... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Jackson, Ky. , June 5, 2009 -- Debris and other damages from the recent floods along KY RT 30 in Jackson , KY. FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) are opened to give residents a place to ask questions about the recovery process. Rob Melendez/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Jackson, Ky. , June 5, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris piled next to the road in Kentucky Production Date: 06/05/2009 Caption: Jackson, Ky. , June 5, 2009 -- Debris and other damages from the recent floods a... More

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Jackson, Ky. , June 4, 2009 -- Matthew Gross, a resident of the storm affected areas along KY RT 30, cleans up debris from his property in Jackson KY. FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) has been opened to give residents a place to ask questions about the recovery process. Rob Melendez/FEMA

Flooding ^ Mudslide/Landslide ^ Severe Storm - Jackson, Ky. , June 4, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Residents clean up after flooding in Kentucky Production Date: 06/04/2009 Caption: Jackson, Ky. , June 4, 2009 -- Matthew Gross, a resident of the storm affect... More

[Hurricane Katrina] Pearlington, Miss., October 27, 2005 -- FEMA community relations representative Onnie Baxter (right) speaks with a resident of Pearlington, Miss. about the recovery process. Pearlington, the western most city on the coast of Mississippi, was severely affected by Hurricane Katrina. FEMA/Mark Wolfe

[Hurricane Katrina] Pearlington, Miss., October 27, 2005 -- FEMA commu...

Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

[Hurricane Rita] Cameron, LA, January 11, 2006 - A resident in Cameron Parish offers their front yard as a distribution point for other local victims of Hurricane Rita to take donated items as needed. FEMA recognizes and appreciates neighbors helping neighbors as a vital part of the recovery process after a disaster. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Rita] Cameron, LA, January 11, 2006 - A resident in Cameron...

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[Hurricane Rita] Cameron, LA, January 11, 2006 - Chief Harris is offering the Emergency Operation Center's (EOC's) facility to help protect and distribute donated goods on the front lawn of this resident's house and makes plans with the owners to transport the goods. Chief Harris is working at an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in Cameron to aid in the recovery process for the parish. Harris Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Rita] Cameron, LA, January 11, 2006 - Chief Harris is offer...

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[Hurricane Rita] Holly Beach, LA, January 11, 2006 - What once was referred to as the "Cajun Riviera" is now a debris covered beach after Hurricane Rita struck in September 2005. Holly Beach, a community in Cameron Parish, has been completely destroyed and is currently in the recovery process with the aid of FEMA. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Rita] Holly Beach, LA, January 11, 2006 - What once was ref...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, January 28, 2006 -- Damage and debris remain in this small coastal Mississippi town as a result of Hurricane Katrina's landfall. Devastation remains as residents begin the recovery process. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA Photo

[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, January 28, 2006 -- Damage and debri...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, January 28, 2006 -- This destroyed house and debris is a result of Hurricane Katrina's landfall at this small Mississippi coastal town. The effects of the storm remain as residents begin the recovery process. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA Photo

[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, January 28, 2006 -- This destroyed h...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, January 28, 2006 -- The total distruction of this home is a result of Hurricane Katrina's landfall in this small Mississippi coastal town. Devastation remains as residents begin the recovery process. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA Photo

[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, January 28, 2006 -- The total distr...

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[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, January 28, 2006 -- The destruction of this home is a result of Hurricane Katrina's landfall in this small Mississippi coastal town. Devastation remains as residents begin the recovery process. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA Photo

[Hurricane Katrina] Waveland, MS, January 28, 2006 -- The destruction ...

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Washington, DC, February 13, 2006 -- Deputy Director of the Department of Homeland Security, Michael Jackson, speaks at a FEMA all hands meeting to let FEMA employees know how DHS is going to streamline the disaster response and recovery process. FEAM/Bill Koplitz

Washington, DC, February 13, 2006 -- Deputy Director of the Department...

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Washington, DC, February 13, 2006 -- Deputy Director of the Department of Homeland Security, Michael Jackson, speaks at a FEMA all hands meeting to let FEMA employees know how DHS is going to streamline the disaster response and recovery process. FEAM/Bill Koplitz

Washington, DC, February 13, 2006 -- Deputy Director of the Department...

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Washington, DC, February 13, 2006 -- Deputy Director of the Department of Homeland Security, Michael Jackson, speaks at a FEMA all hands meeting to let FEMA employees know how DHS is going to streamline the disaster response and recovery process. FEAM/Bill Koplitz

Washington, DC, February 13, 2006 -- Deputy Director of the Department...

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Washington, DC, February 13, 2006 -- Deputy Director of the Department of Homeland Security, Michael Jackson, speaks at a FEMA all hands meeting to let FEMA employees know how DHS is going to streamline the disaster response and recovery process. To the right is R. David Paulison, the Acting Director of FEMA. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Washington, DC, February 13, 2006 -- Deputy Director of the Department...

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[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 1-21-06 -- Residents read large posters which were produced by "Louisiana Speaks" which outline the recovery process with the idea of helping residents make decisions. FEMA is assisting the Louisiana Recovery Authority "Collecting the Voices" of Plaquemines Parash residents reguarding Long Term Recovery. "Louisiana Recovery Planning Day" at 19 Parashes and 11 Cities is an important part of FEMA's Long Term Community Recovery (LTCR) effort, which is being coordinated though the LRA and LTCR partners. MARVIN NAUMAN/FEMA photo

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, LA, 1-21-06 -- Residents read large p...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lake County, FL, February 7, 2007 -- The American Red Cross has a food truck at FEMA's Lake Mack Road Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to assure that all residents are fed. Volunteer agencies are an integral part of the recovery process. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lake County, FL, February 7, 2007 -- The...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 12, 2007 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Jesse Munoz (center, left) passes out ice cream along with Florida Governor Charlie Crist (Red Cross vest) at a volunteer recognition event today in Lady Lake. Volunteers are an important part of the recovery process from disasters. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 12, 2007 -- FEMA...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 12, 2007 -- FEMA installs electronic signs along the side of the road to help direct residents to their Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC). FEMA representatives at DRCs help affected residents through the recovery process. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 12, 2007 -- FEMA...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 12, 2007 -- FEMA installs electronic signs along the side of the road to help direct residents to their Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC). FEMA representatives at DRCs help affected residents through the recovery process. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 12, 2007 -- FEMA...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 12, 2007 -- FEMA installs electronic signs along the side of the road to help direct residents to their Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC). FEMA representatives at DRCs help affected residents through the recovery process. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Lady Lake, FL, February 12, 2007 -- FEMA...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Orlando, FL, February 13, 2007 -- FEMA Congressional Liaison Jason Nelson (standing) welcomes the staff of the Florida Congressional Delegation to briefing today. FEMA works to keep the Members of Congress informed of its progress throughout the recovery process. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Orlando, FL, February 13, 2007 -- FEMA C...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Americus, GA, March 8, 2007 -- The Salvation Army and American Red Cross are set up and ready to help at the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Americus. DRCs are set up in disaster areas to give affected residents a place to go with questions about the recovery process. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Americus, GA, March 8, 2007 -- The Salv...

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[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Findlay, Ohio, September 5, 2007 -- FEMA Region 5 Administrator Edward Buikema (right) joins FCO Jesse Munoz (center left) during the FCO's meeting at the Joint Field Office (JFO). The FCO has periodic meetings with his staff to keep abreast of the recovery process. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes] Findlay, Ohio, September 5, 2...

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[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Chehalis, WA, December 10, 2007 -- Local volunteers distributing clothing from a center to be tucked to outlying communities. FEMA is establishing Disaster Recovery Centers in local communities to speed the recovery process. Severe storms causes extensive flooding in Lewis County Washington. Floodwaters destroyed farms, roads, businesses and homes for thousands of residents. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides] Chehalis, WA, Dec...

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[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Gallatin, TN, March 26, 2008 -- FEMA mitigation expert Charles Bailey Williams explains safe room construction to a group of Sumner County, Tenn. residents at Volunteer State Community College, Gallatin, Tenn. The discussion is part of the recovery process from deadly tornadoes in early February, 2008. Louis Sohn/FEMA

[Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding] Gallatin...

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[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Cedartown, GA, March 27, 2008 -- FEMA representatives Patrick Knotts and Tony Hathcock at the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) serving Polk and Floyd Counties in Georgia discuss with applicants Cheryl & Dennis Waits mitigation ideas for the future in case of another disaster . Several organizations present information here and offer assistance in the recovery process to residents that visit a DRC. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Severe Storms and Tornadoes] Cedartown, GA, March 27, 2008 -- FEMA re...

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[Wild Fire] Big Sur, CA, July 2, 2008 -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger joined FEMA Administrator David Paulison at the Basin Complex Fires Incident Command Post in Big Sur to discuss cooperation and federal support for the ongoing firefighting efforts and to address the challenges that lie ahead, especially as numerous California communities hit by wildfires begin the recovery process.

[Wild Fire] Big Sur, CA, July 2, 2008 -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegge...

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[Hurricane Dolly] Weslaco, Texas, July 29, 2008 -- FEMA FCO Sandy Coachman, Texas State Coordinating Officer (SCO) Frank Cantu and Cindy Wirz, a FEMA Congressional liaison, hold a teleconference with members of the Texas congressional delegation to advise them on the on going recovery process in the areas of South Texas that sustained damage during the Hurricane Dolly event. South Texas suffered flooding and wide spread power outages and FEMA is working with the military, State and local agencies to provide assistance. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

[Hurricane Dolly] Weslaco, Texas, July 29, 2008 -- FEMA FCO Sandy Coac...

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[Hurricane Dolly] McAllen,TX, August 5, 2008 -- FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer, Sandy Coachman addresses Congressional staff at a briefing held at the Joint Field Office. In a continuing effort to support the needs of constituents, Congressional members and staffers were invited to visit the Federal /State Joint Field Office, to receive updates on the recovery process, see the operations and receive answers to questions they may have regarding the recovery efforts for Hurricane Dolly.

[Hurricane Dolly] McAllen,TX, August 5, 2008 -- FEMA Federal Coordinat...

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[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 27, 2008 -- Residents have returned and are beginning the recovery process by removing the storm damaged items in their homes for collection. Work crews will pick up the debris placed at the curb and take it to a collection point where the debris will be sorted, diminished and disposed of. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Galveston, Texas, September 27, 2008 -- Residents have...

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Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , November 16, 2008 -- Community Rebuilding and Flood Protection Expo. This unfinished mitigated house is a prime example of the recovery process taking place in Lakeview - a suburb of Greater New Orleans.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , November 16, 2008 -- Com...

The original database describes this as: Title: Home rebuilding in Louisiana Production Date: 11/16/2008 Caption: New Orleans, La. , November 16, 2008 -- Community Rebuilding and Flood Protection Expo. This ... More

Fire ^ Wildfire - Sylmar, Calif. , December 6, 2008 -- Daniel Parrino (L) and George Johnson (R) volunteers from the Prospectors Club of Southern California search through debris on a home site at the Oakridge Mobile Home Park. Volunteer agencies are an important part of the recovery process for those who were impacted by the wildfires. FEMA/Michael Mancino

Fire ^ Wildfire - Sylmar, Calif. , December 6, 2008 -- Daniel Parrino ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Voluteers search a burned home site for personal property in Sylmar Production Date: 12/06/2008 Caption: Sylmar, Calif. , December 6, 2008 -- Daniel Parrino (L... More

Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- American Samoan community members come together to discuss recovery from the recent earthquake and tsunami. FEMA staff responds to questions and explain the recovery process. FEMA/Casey Deshong

Earthquake ^ Tsunami - Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Meeting in American Samoa Production Date: 10/06/2009 Caption: Pago Pago, American Samoa, October 6, 2009 -- American Samoan community members come together t... More

Flooding - Austell, Ga. , November 2, 2009 -- A contractor makes repairs to a home flooded during the severe storms and flooding that damaged thousands of Georgia homes in September 2009. FEMA is actively assisting homeowners with the recovery process. David Fine/FEMA

Flooding - Austell, Ga. , November 2, 2009 -- A contractor makes repai...

The original database describes this as: Title: Home Repair after Flood Production Date: 11/02/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , November 2, 2009 -- A contractor makes repairs to a home flooded during the severe ... More

Flooding - Austell, Ga. , November 2, 2009 -- A contractor makes repairs to a home flooded during the severe storms and flooding that damaged thousands of Georgia homes in September 2009. FEMA is actively working with homeowners in the recovery process. David Fine/FEMA

Flooding - Austell, Ga. , November 2, 2009 -- A contractor makes repa...

The original database describes this as: Title: Home Repair after Flood Production Date: 11/02/2009 Caption: Austell, Ga. , November 2, 2009 -- A contractor makes repairs to a home flooded during the severe... More

Flooding - Des Moines, Iowa, August 24, 2010 -- A survivor of the recent flooding in Iowa begins the recovery process in a recently opened FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Des Moines. FEMA Individual Assistance Applicant Services Specialist Kay O'Brien explains the process for each applicant. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Des Moines, Iowa, August 24, 2010 -- A survivor of the rece...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flood of 2010 Recovery Begins in Iowa Production Date: 08/24/2010 Caption: Des Moines, Iowa, August 24, 2010 -- A survivor of the recent flooding in Iowa begin... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- The First Assembly of God was completely destroyed after a series of powerful tornadoes destroyed homes in the areas of rural Northeastern Alabama. The administration's top priority is to continue supporting the governors and their communities as recovery efforts continue. The recovery process is going to be a long effort but FEMA and its partners will be standing with all of the affected families, neighborhoods and communities every step of the way. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- The First Assembly of ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Adam Dubrowa taken on 05/02/2011 in Alabama Production Date: 05/02/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- The First Assembly of God ... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Storm survivors search for possessions and assess damage. FEMA Individual Assistance resources can help victims recover from the catastrophic April tornado. George Armstrong/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Storm ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Recovery Process Begins in Tornado Ravaged Alabama Production Date: 05/02/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 2, 2011 -- Storm survivors search for posse... More

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Pat Kennedy of FEMA explains to tornado survivor Darla Hays how to register with FEMA to start the recovery process. FEMA personnel are in all of Alabama's declared counties getting the word out on how to register. FEMA Photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Pat Kennedy of FEMA ex...

The original database describes this as: Title: Getting the word out to register with FEMA in Alabama Production Date: 05/04/2011 Caption: Pleasant Grove, Ala. , May 4, 2011 -- Pat Kennedy of FEMA explains t... More

Tornado - Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 8, 2011 -- FEMA coordinates with private sector partners to help simplify and speed up the recovery process for storm survivors. This mobile insurance center is in the disaster area for easy access for Phil Campbell residents. FEMA Photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 8, 2011 -- FEMA coordinates with p...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA coordinates with private sector partners in Alabama Production Date: 05/08/2011 Caption: Phil Campbell, Ala. , May 8, 2011 -- FEMA coordinates with privat... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 --A damaged Hackleburg Church serves as a Red Cross disaster relief center for tornado survivors. Organizations like the Red Cross are an important part of the recovery process after disasters. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 --A damaged Hackleburg Churc...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged Hackleburg Church serves as a Red Cross disaster relief center Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 --A damaged Hackleb... More

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- The Hackleburg Methodist Church serves as disaster relief center for tornado survivors. Volunteers from Kansas and Wisconsin have come to help run the center. Faith-Based organizations and groups are an intregal part of the recovery process after disasters. FEMA photo / Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- The Hackleburg Methodist ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Faith-Based organizations and groups come to Alabama Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Hackleburg, Ala. , May 11, 2011 -- The Hackleburg Methodist Church se... More

Tornado - Maryland Heights, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations representative Russ Edmonston explains the disaster assistance process to a Maryland Heights resident. An F-4 tornado struck the area April 22, 2011. FEMA provides funds to homeowners to assit in their recovery. Registering starts the recovery process. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Maryland Heights, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relat...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations explain the application process Production Date: 05/11/2011 Caption: Maryland Heights, Mo. , May 11, 2011 -- FEMA Community Relations ... More

Tornado - Berkeley, Mo. , May 12, 2011 -- Kathy Dodd, FEMA Community Relations specialist, checks addresses in tornado stricken Berkeley, Missouri as fellow worker Mike Reid advises survivor on the registration process. Registering is the first step in the recovery process. FEMA provides funds to help homeowners recover from a disaster. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Berkeley, Mo. , May 12, 2011 -- Kathy Dodd, FEMA Community R...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Community Relations Production Date: 05/12/2011 Caption: Berkeley, Mo. , May 12, 2011 -- Kathy Dodd, FEMA Community Relations specialist, checks addresses... More

Tornado - Berkeley, Mo. , May 12, 2011 -- CR representative Kathy Dodd speaks with a resident of Berkeley, MO, about the FEMA registration process. Dodd and other CR specialists canvassed affected neighborhoods surrounding St. Louis following the Presidential Disaster Declaration. Homeowners may receive funds to help in the recovery process. Registering is step one. The F-4 tornado was the first to strike the area in more than 40 years. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Berkeley, Mo. , May 12, 2011 -- CR representative Kathy Dodd...

The original database describes this as: Title: CR Canvasses Berkley Missouri following Declaration Production Date: 05/12/2011 Caption: Berkeley, Mo. , May 12, 2011 -- CR representative Kathy Dodd speaks wi... More

Tornado - Ferguson, Mo. , May 14, 2011 -- Voluntary Agency Liaison specialist Karla Mongan assists a Greater St Louis resident and tornado survivor with the FEMA registration process during a multi-agency resource center event in Ferguson on Saturday, May 14. The area was hit by a tornado and severe storms on Good Friday 2011. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Ferguson, Mo. , May 14, 2011 -- Voluntary Agency Liaison spe...

The original database describes this as: Title: Survivor Begins Recovery Process Production Date: 05/14/2011 Caption: Ferguson, Mo. , May 14, 2011 -- Voluntary Agency Liaison specialist Karla Mongan assists ... More

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Brayton, Tenn. , May 17, 2011 -- Brayton, TN, May 17, 2011 - David Rodriguez, an applicant assistant specialist, interviews Dorothy L. Green, right, and Peggy Giunta and her son Haeden Gray. The applicant interview is an important part of the recovery process. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA.

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Brayton, Tenn. , May 17, 2011 -- Brayton, TN...

The original database describes this as: Title: Brayton, TN Production Date: 05/17/2011 Caption: Brayton, Tenn. , May 17, 2011 -- Brayton, TN, May 17, 2011 - David Rodriguez, an applicant assistant speciali... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- A bronze state located in front of St. John's Regional Medical Center in Joplin was bent approximately 10 degrees but remains erect after sustaining 200 mph winds. FEMA is only part of the emergency management team, which includes the public,federal, state, local and tribal partners, the business community and voluntary organizations in Joplin to assist in the recovery process. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- A bronze state located in fron...

The original database describes this as: Title: Bronze Staue Remains following Tornado Production Date: 05/24/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 24, 2011 -- A bronze state located in front of St. John's Regiona... More

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 25, 2011 -- An Applicant Services Specialist assists one of the survivors of the Joplin tornado with the FEMA registration process. Disaster Recovery Centers, like this one in a local Methodist church, are set up for survivors to register for assistance and get questions answered about the recovery process. Registering with FEMA starts the process for survivors to receive aid. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , May 25, 2011 -- An Applicant Services Speciali...

The original database describes this as: Title: Registration Starts the Recovery Process Production Date: 05/25/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , May 25, 2011 -- An Applicant Services Specialist assists one of the... 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

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Memphis, Tenn. , June 1, 2011 -- TEMA representative Jane Waldrop and Shelby County representative Levell Blanchard discuss their needs with FEMA. FEMA works closely with State and Local governments to improve the recovery process. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Severe Storm - Memphis, Tenn. , June 1, 2011 -- TEMA repres...

The original database describes this as: Title: Talking Recovery Options Production Date: 06/01/2011 Caption: Memphis, Tenn. , June 1, 2011 -- TEMA representative Jane Waldrop and Shelby County representativ... More

Flooding - Charleston, Mo. , June 8, 2011 -- FEMA Individual Assistance Specialist Kay Phillips answers questions from Pinhook, MO, flood survivor Rosetta Bradley following a community meeting on assistance. FEMA Individual Assistance assists qualified applicants with the recovery process. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Charleston, Mo. , June 8, 2011 -- FEMA Individual Assistanc...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooded Community Begins Recovery Production Date: 06/08/2011 Caption: Charleston, Mo. , June 8, 2011 -- FEMA Individual Assistance Specialist Kay Phillips ans... More

Flooding - Morehouse, Mo. , June 10, 2011 -- Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Libby Turner visits with an Applicant Services Specialist as Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) manager Sylvia Hatcher looks on. Turner (right) visited this disaster recovery center and one in Sikeston, Mo. , during a tour of the flooded southeast Missouri area. FEMA assists qualified applicants with the recovery process following disasters. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Morehouse, Mo. , June 10, 2011 -- Federal Coordinating Offi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Federal Officer in Disaster Recovery Center Production Date: 06/10/2011 Caption: Morehouse, Mo. , June 10, 2011 -- Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) Libby Tur... More

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 17, 2011 -- FEMA Associate Administrator William Carwile (center) listens to a report during a general staff meeting at the Joint Field Office, along with Alabama State Coordinating Officer Jeff Byard (left) and Federal Coordinating Officer Mike Byrne. The meetings help coordinate all of the state and Federal resources to continue the recovery process. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Tornado - Birmingham, Ala. , June 17, 2011 -- FEMA Associate Administr...

The original database describes this as: Title: State and Federal Officials Meet at Joint Field Office Production Date: 06/17/2011 Caption: Birmingham, Ala. , June 17, 2011 -- FEMA Associate Administrator Wi... More

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 1, 2011 -- Local businesses in Minot are displaying information for residents on how to register for assistance. FEMA's private sector division collaborates with the business community, including them in the response and recovery process. Brian Hvinden/FEMA

Flooding - Minot, N. D. , July 1, 2011 -- Local businesses in Minot ar...

The original database describes this as: Title: Disaster Assistance Message Production Date: 07/01/2011 Caption: Minot, N. D. , July 1, 2011 -- Local businesses in Minot are displaying information for reside... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Monson, Mass. , July 21, 2011 -- FEMA's Congressional Liaison Denis Martin speaks to FEMA Region I Interns. Devastation and recovery process was the main topic. Monson, MA was one of the affected areas hardest hit by the June 1st tornadoes. Currently FEMA is working closely with the area to rebuild the community to be better and stronger than before. Alberto Pillot/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm ^ Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Monson, Mass. , Ju...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Region I Interns Visit the Tornado affected area of Monson MA Production Date: 07/21/2011 Caption: Monson, Mass. , July 21, 2011 -- FEMA's Congressional L... More

Flooding - Morehouse, Mo. , August 18, 2011 -- Jeremiah Brinkley has volunteered his time to muck, clean and repair many of the homes that were destroyed in this SE Missouri city. Without the volunteer help of Brinkley and others the town would not be nearly as far along in the recovery process as they are. Brinkley's mode of transportation is his horse, Anna, and his constant riding companion Dexter Morehouse I. FEMA is in the area to assist the survivors with the recovery and to coordinate the volunteer activities. Jace Anderson/FEMA

Flooding - Morehouse, Mo. , August 18, 2011 -- Jeremiah Brinkley has v...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers Speed Recovery in Missouri Production Date: 08/18/2011 Caption: Morehouse, Mo. , August 18, 2011 -- Jeremiah Brinkley has volunteered his time to mu... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 3, 2011 -- September 3, 2011. -- Residents of Wayne, NJ remove debris from their homes days after Hurricane Irene hit New Jersey. FEMA provides funds to help homeowners rebuild. -- Tim Pioppo/FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Wayne, N. J. , September 3, 2011...

The original database describes this as: Title: Residents of Wayne, NJ begin recovery process Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: Wayne, N. J. , September 3, 2011 -- September 3, 2011. -- Residents of Wayne... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rodanthe, N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- Providing food and water to survivors on the Outer Banks has been a challenge for volunteer agencies since an emergency ferry is the only way to get supplies to the island. Volunteer agencies are an integral part of the recovery process. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rodanthe, N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- Prov...

The original database describes this as: Title: Red Cross and Salvation Army work together in North Carolina Production Date: 09/03/2011 Caption: Rodanthe, N. C. , September 3, 2011 -- Providing food and wat... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln, N. H. , September 13, 2011 -- A bridge collapses in Lincoln, New Hampshire, after flooding from the remnants of Tropical Storm Irene. FEMA is providing assistance to local communities to help in the recovery process. Richard Cardona/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Lincoln, N. H. ,...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Richard Cardona taken on 09/13/2011 in New Hampshire Production Date: 09/13/2011 Caption: Lincoln, N. H. , September 13, 2011 -- A bridge collaps... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , November 8, 2011 -- Margaret Redwine of Broken Arrow, OK helps with rebuilding homes in Joplin. She is part of a group of women volunteers working with Habitat for Humanity to rebuild 10 homes destroyed by an EF-5 tornado in May 2011. FEMA works with many partners to assist disaster survivors in the recovery process. Photo by Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , November 8, 2011 -- Margaret Re...

The original database describes this as: Title: Rebuilding Homes in Joplin, Missouri Production Date: 11/08/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , November 8, 2011 -- Margaret Redwine of Broken Arrow, OK helps with reb... More

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , November 9, 2011 -- A crowd of residents attend the reopening of Walmart in Joplin, Missouri. The store was one of 400 businesses destroyed by the EF-5 tornado in May of 2011. FEMA works with state and local officials to assist residents during the recovery process. Photo by Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Severe Storm ^ Tornado - Joplin, Mo. , November 9, 2011 -- A crowd of ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Joplin Missouri Walmart Reopens after the EF-5 tornado in May 2011 Production Date: 11/09/2011 Caption: Joplin, Mo. , November 9, 2011 -- A crowd of residents ... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -- Jeffry Adelman, FEMA Congressional Affairs Lead, speaks with private sector leaders, during a tour of FEMA's Joint Field Office (JFO) in Neptune. Lead by Susan Langhoff, FEMA Assistant External Affairs Officer for Private Sector, leaders and members of New Jersey's private sector toured the FEMA JFO in Neptune. FEMA encourages the involvement of the private sector before and after a disaster. Private sector partners include businesses, schools, educational and civic associations that play a major role in the recovery process. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Private Sector leaders tour New Jersey JFO Production Date: 11/16/2011 Caption: Neptune, N. J. , Nov. 16, 2011 -- Jeffry Adelman, FEMA Congressional Affairs Le... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , Dec. 1, 2011 -- Craig Taffaro, St. Bernard Parish President, makes a point during the National Disaster Recovery Framework Conference of how critical it is for federal, state, city, parish and non government offices to work together during the recovery process.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , Dec. 1, 2011 -- Craig Ta...

The original database describes this as: Title: St. Bernard Parish President speaks at National Disaster Recovery Framework Conference Production Date: 12/01/2011 Caption: New Orleans, La. , Dec. 1, 2011 -- ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , Dec. 1, 2011 -- During the National Disaster Recovery Framework Conference panel participants listen to New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu speak about the recovery process in Louisiana. Pictured from left to right are Esmeralda Pereira with the Department of Health and Human Services; Housing and Urban Development Regional Superintendent C. Donald Babers and Acting Chief of Disaster Security Laura McClure; FEMA Region 6 Administrator Tony Russell and St. Bernard Parish President Craig Taffaro.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , Dec. 1, 2011 -- During t...

The original database describes this as: Title: National Disaster Framework attendees listen to speech by New Or Production Date: 12/01/2011 Caption: New Orleans, La. , Dec. 1, 2011 -- During the National Di... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , Dec. 1, 2011 -- New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu, during the National Disaster Framework Conference, emphasizes the NDRF principles to stress the importance of understanding the roles and responsibilities of recovery coordinators and other stakeholders during the recovery process.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - New Orleans, La. , Dec. 1, 2011 -- New Orle...

The original database describes this as: Title: New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu speak at National Disaster Reco Production Date: 12/01/2011 Caption: New Orleans, La. , Dec. 1, 2011 -- New Orleans Mayor Mitc... More

Englewood, N.J., Nov. 16, 2012 --Kim Ju (Kay) Song, organizer of a meeting with FEMA and the Small Business Administration in Englewood N.J. at the Korean Community Center helped survivors register for assistance. FEMA partners with the Small Business Administration and other federal, state and local agencies to assist survivors of Hurricane Sandy in the recovery process. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Englewood, N.J., Nov. 16, 2012 --Kim Ju (Kay) Song, organizer of a mee...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Englewood, NJ Keywords: Community ^ SBA ^ meeting ^ Englewood ^ application process... More

Ortley Beach, N.J., Nov. 9, 2012 --Survivor Joe Cerami, of Ortley Beach, races to get one last bag after having only ninety minutes to gather belongings and assess damage to his home during his first visit home since Hurricane Sandy devastated the area. FEMA is working closely with state and local agencies in response to speed the recovery process. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Ortley Beach, N.J., Nov. 9, 2012 --Survivor Joe Cerami, of Ortley Beac...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Ortley Beach, NJ Keywords: Joe Cerami ^ last bag ^ gather belongings ^ Ortley Beach... More

Moonachie, N.J., Nov. 17, 2012 -- In Moonachie, flood waters estimated at a four foot level devastated both contents and the interior of the Moonachie First Aid and Rescue Station. FEMA was with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as the site was surveyed and is working closely with federal partners and state and local agencies to speed the recovery process. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Moonachie, N.J., Nov. 17, 2012 -- In Moonachie, flood waters estimated...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Moonachie, NJ Keywords: flood waters ^ U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ^ Moonachie ^ F... More

Moonachie, N.J., Nov. 17, 2012 -- In Moonachie, FEMA was with the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) as the First Aid and Rescue Station site was surveyed to ascertain the amount of damage the building sustained after flooding from a levee break. FEMA is working closely with federal partners and state and local agencies to speed the recovery process. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Moonachie, N.J., Nov. 17, 2012 -- In Moonachie, FEMA was with the U. S...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Moonachie, NJ Keywords: Damage ^ Moonachie ^ First Aid and Rescue Station ^ U.S.Arm... More

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Picking through small pieces of broken glass and debris is a painstaking process that volunteers are helping homeowners with in Union Beach after Hurricane Sandy tore through the area. Volunteer groups working with local and state agencies, and in turn with FEMA, are invaluable assets in the recovery process after Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Picking through small pieces of bro...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ Debris ^ volunteers ^ Union Beach Disasters: ... More

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Volunteers from neighboring states assist with the clean-up of Union Beach marshland after Hurricane Sandy tore through the area leaving debris of all sizes in her wake. Volunteer groups working with local and state agencies, and in turn with FEMA, are invaluable assets in the recovery process after Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Volunteers from neighboring states ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: sandy ^ volunteers ^ clean-up ^ Union Beach ^ volunteer g... More

Hackensack, N.J., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Multiple agencies work together to assist survivors impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Sandy at the Disaster Recovery Center located in Hackensack. State, local and other federal agencies have representatives available at this location and work in tandem with FEMA to assist with the recovery process. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Hackensack, N.J., Nov. 16, 2012 -- Multiple agencies work together to ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-16 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Hackensack, NJ Keywords: Forms ^ disaster recovery center ^ agencies ^ Hackensak D... More

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Several boats sit along side State Route 72 after being moved there by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA and it's local and State partners are providing resources to help the recovery process. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Several boats sit along side...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Long Beach Island, NJ Keywords: Assistance Boats Cleanup Damage ^ Assistance ^ Da... More

Baton Rouge, La., Oct. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Gary Stolar welcomes FEMA Corps to Louisiana and talks about the recovery process after Hurricane Isaac. Photo by Daniel Llargues/FEMA

Baton Rouge, La., Oct. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Gary St...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Daniel Llargues City/State: Baton Rouge, LA Keywords: FEMA Corps ^ Hurricane ^ Storm Disasters: Louisiana ... More

Massapequa, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Many homes in Nassau County New York are stripped of their walls and floors as part of the recovery process. FEMA assists eligible survivors to obtain benefits. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Massapequa, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Many homes in Nassau County New Yor...

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

Union Beach, N.J., Nov. 4, 2012 -- A FEMA Corps member helps a survivor of Hurricane Sandy sort through the myriad of donations made by people wanting to help. FEMA Corps has been deployed to aid the state and residents in the recovery process. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Nov. 4, 2012 -- A FEMA Corps member helps a survivo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Union Beach, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Debris still on the ground in Union Beach after Hurricane Sandy swept the town, destroying homes and forcing people out of the area, leave questions about people's plans. FEMA is working closely with state and local governments to speed the recovery process for survivors of Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Debris still on the ground in Union...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ Debris ^ Plans Disasters: New Jersey Hurrican... More

Braithwaite, La., Oct. 9, 2012 -- Hurricane Isaac impacted the coast of Louisiana leaving severe flooding behind. This home in East Plaquemines Parish shows the water line mark on each pillar, the recovery process is now underway. Photo taken by Daniel Llargues/FEMA

Braithwaite, La., Oct. 9, 2012 -- Hurricane Isaac impacted the coast o...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Daniel Llargues City/State: Braithwaite, LA Keywords: Louisiana ^ Hurricane Isaac ^ Flood line Disasters: ... More

Morris Plains, N.J., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Homeowner Patrick Yannotta receives assistance during the registration process from Karin Pearson who is a FEMA representative at the Morris Plains Disaster Recovery Center. The Small Business Administration, a federal partner of FEMA, is also available at Morris Plains to assist in the recovery process for survivors of Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Morris Plains, N.J., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Homeowner Patrick Yannotta recei...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Morris Plains, NJ Keywords: disaster recovery center ^ small business administratio... More

Lindenhurst, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 --Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Housing Inspector John Swider photographs debris from a house left by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is providing disaster assistance to eligible individuals in New York as part of the recovery process.Jocelyn Augusitno/FEMA

Lindenhurst, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 --Federal Emergency Management Agency ...

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

Newark, N.J., Nov. 6, 2012 -- One of FEMA's Mobile Operations Units is being utilized to supplement operations within the Regional Office Intelligence Center. FEMA is working closely with state and local governments to speed the recovery process from Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Newark, N.J., Nov. 6, 2012 -- One of FEMA's Mobile Operations Units is...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Newark, NJ Keywords: Mobile Operations Units ^ supplement operations Disasters: Ne... More

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- The Liberty Park train terminal was heavily damaged when flood waters broke out the windows and flooded the entire building due to the hurricanes storm surge. Through the Public Assistance (PA) Program, FEMA provides supplemental Federal disaster grant assistance for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and the repair, replacement, or restoration of disaster-damaged, publicly owned facilities and the facilities of certain Private Non-Profit (PNP) organizations. The PA Program also encourages protection of these damaged facilities from future events by providing assistance for hazard mitigation measures during the recovery process. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- The Liberty Park train terminal was...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Jersey City, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: F... More

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Volunteers helping home owners clean up in the Union Beach area after Hurricane Sandy are mindful of utilizing face masks to guard against inhaling particulates that could cause respiratory distress. Volunteer groups working with local and state agencies, and in turn with FEMA, are invaluable assets in the recovery process after Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Volunteers helping home owners clea...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: clean up ^ volunteers ^ masks ^ Union Beach ^ respiratory... More

Ortley Beach, N.J., Nov. 9, 2012 --Clean-up crews in Ortley Beach use back-hoes to clear debris from around peoples' homes so they can return as quickly as possible. FEMA supports assists state and local agencies to speed the recovery process. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Ortley Beach, N.J., Nov. 9, 2012 --Clean-up crews in Ortley Beach use ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Ortley Beach, NJ Keywords: clean-up crews ^ clear debris ^ back-hoes Disasters: Ne... More

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