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

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

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

Hazlet, N.J., July 27, 2013 --An employee helps a guest with arts and crafts at the Home Depot Hurricane workshop in Hazlet, New Jersey. The event is a joint effort with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and other organizations to help homeowners prepare for disasters like Hurricane Sandy. Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Hazlet, N.J., July 27, 2013 --An employee helps a guest with arts and ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias City/State: Hazlet, NJ Keywords: Mitigation ^ Preparedness ^ New Jersey ^ hurricane sandy ^ h... More

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

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 17, 2012 --Jennette Van Houton, a resident of Union Beach holds some of her neighbors' possessions which survived Hurricane Sandy's wrath. Van Houton's own house was destroyed when flood waters came through her neighborhood. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Dec. 17, 2012 --Jennette Van Houton, a resident of ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: New Jersey Union Beach Hurricane Sandy recovery ^ Recover... 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

Keansburg, N.J., Jan. 29, 2013 -- Workers at Keansburg Amusement Park move the bumper cars so they can be restored. The park was heavily damaged by Hurricane Sandy and hopes to reopen on March 24 for the 2013 season. Keansburg Amusement Park opened in 1905 and is the oldest amusement park in the state. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Keansburg, N.J., Jan. 29, 2013 -- Workers at Keansburg Amusement Park ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Keansburg, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurrica... More

Keansburg, N.J., Jan. 29, 2013 -- This amusement park, which was heavily damaged by Hurricane Sandy, will be opening Palm Sunday for the summer 2013 season. Keansburg Amusement Park opened in 1905 and is the oldest amusement park in the state of New Jersey. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Keansburg, N.J., Jan. 29, 2013 -- This amusement park, which was heavi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Keansburg, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurrica... More

Keansburg, N.J., Jan. 29, 2013 -- Workers at Keansburg Amusement Park move the bumper cars so they can be restored. The park was heavily damaged by Hurricane Sandy and hopes to reopen on March 24 for the 2013 season. Keansburg Amusement Park opened in 1905 and is the oldest amusement park in the state. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Keansburg, N.J., Jan. 29, 2013 -- Workers at Keansburg Amusement Park ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Keansburg, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurrica... More

Keansburg, N.J., Jan. 29, 2013 -- Workers at Keansburg Amusement Park move the bumper cars so they can be restored. The park was heavily damaged by Hurricane Sandy and hopes to reopen on March 24 for the 2013 season. Keansburg Amusement Park opened in 1905 and is the oldest amusement park in the state. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Keansburg, N.J., Jan. 29, 2013 -- Workers at Keansburg Amusement Park ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Keansburg, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurrica... More

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- Hurricane Sandy flooded the first floor of City Hall, built in 1914, resulting in offices on that floor to relocated until reconstruction is finished. FEMA Public Assistance Grant programs provide assistance to eligible local, county, state, and municipal governments for approved disaster-related costs. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- Hurricane Sandy flooded the first fl...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Ocean City, NJ Keywords: Repair ^ Flooding ^ Historic ^ public ^ City ^ sandy ^ c... More

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- Hurricane Sandy flooded the first floor of City Hall, built in 1914, resulting in offices on that floor to relocated until reconstruction is finished. FEMA Public Assistance Grant programs provide assistance to eligible local, county, state, and municipal governments for approved disaster-related costs. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- Hurricane Sandy flooded the first fl...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Ocean City, NJ Keywords: Repair ^ Flooding ^ Historic ^ public ^ City ^ sandy ^ c... More

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- The bottom floor of the City Hall built in 1914, flooded during Hurricane Sandy causing offices located on that floor to be relocated elsewhere in the historic building. FEMA Office of Envirorment Planning and Historic Preservation helps historic sites damaged during distasters. Steve Zumwalt FEMA

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- The bottom floor of the City Hall bu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Ocean City, NJ Keywords: City Damage Goverment Historic Repair ^ Damage ^ Repair ... More

Asbury Park, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- The Asbury Park Convention Hall was damaged by Hurricane Sandy. Built in 1916, it is an historic landmark. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Asbury Park, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- The Asbury Park Convention Hall was...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Asbury Park, NJ Keywords: America Asbury Park EAST COAST New Jersey North America US U... More

Park Police Boat on Land. - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery

Park Police Boat on Land. - Public Domain image, National Parks Galler...

This boat is just one piece of equipment that landed out of place during Hurricane Sandy.

Asbury Park, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- The Asbury Park Convention Hall and the boardwalk here were damaged during Hurricane Sandy. Built in 1916, the Convention Hall is an historic landmark. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Asbury Park, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 -- The Asbury Park Convention Hall and...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-02-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Asbury Park, NJ Keywords: America Asbury Park EAST COAST New Jersey North America US U... 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

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- The Ocean City Music Pier overlooks a coastal landscape that was considerably altered by Hurricane Sandy. The pier, which dates back to 1928, escaped damage during the storm. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Ocean City, N.J., Jan. 7, 2013 -- The Ocean City Music Pier overlooks ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-01-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Ocean City, NJ Keywords: Pier ^ shore ^ beach ^ sandy ^ Boardwalk ^ Coastline Di... More

Groton, Conn., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Marie Hanzel, a FEMA Applicant Services Program Specialist, stands aboard the deck of the Historic Ship Nautilus, now on display in Groton, Conn. When the ship was being built in the 1950s, Hanzel worked in purchasing for Westinghouse Electric Corporation, which built the nuclear reactor used to power the submarine. Deployed to work at the Disaster Recovery Center established at Groton after Hurricane Sandy struck the state, Hanzel discovered the sub was only a few minutes away from her workplace. Photo by Annie Donovan/FEMA

Groton, Conn., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Marie Hanzel, a FEMA Applicant Services...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Annie Donovan City/State: Groton, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: Hurr... More

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

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

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

Avalon, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- A portion of Ocean Drive near Townsend Inlet, will be closed for several months because surging tides, caused by Hurricane Sandy, broke through a seawall and undermined the roadway. Ocean Drive is a scenic drive build in the 1940's which links the barrier islands between Atlantic City and the Wildwoods. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Avalon, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- A portion of Ocean Drive near Townsend ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Avalon, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

Port Monmouth, N.J., March 1, 2013 -- Monmouth Cove Marina, a multi-service facility purchased by Monmouth County in 1990, is slowly recovering after being devastated by Hurricane Sandy in late October. Some rack storage is being utilized and work is ongoing to restore the remainder of the Marina. FEMA works with local, state and federal partners to assist with recovery in communities affected by disasters. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA

Port Monmouth, N.J., March 1, 2013 -- Monmouth Cove Marina, a multi-se...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-03-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Sharon Karr City/State: Port Monmouth, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ marina ^ Monmouth County Park system ^ Monmo... More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mantoloking, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Cleanup continues around a leaning home that was built in 1900. FEMA is working to provide assistance to people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Steve Zumwalt FEMA

Mantoloking, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Cleanup continues around a leaning...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Mantoloking, NJ Keywords: Cleanup Damage Dunes Flooding Home rebuilding ^ Damage ... More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hoboken, N.J., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The Port Authority Trans-Hudson workers clear corroded electrical wires, debris and electrical components from the underground subways systems. Due to a large tidal surge caused from Hurricane Sandy, salt water inundated miles of tracks rendering the electronics useless. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The Port Authority Trans-Hudson workers...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Hoboken, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Flood... More

Jersey City, N.J., April 18, 2013 -- Old ferry ramps at Liberty State Park used to take visitors to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Now, the ramps are in shambles as result of Hurricane Sandy. Rosanna Arias/FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., April 18, 2013 -- Old ferry ramps at Liberty State ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-18 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Rosanna Arias City/State: Jersey City, NJ Keywords: Recovery ^ New Jersey ^ Jersey City ^ hurricane sandy ^... 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

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Township debris clean is continuing and they clean up after Hurricane Sandy. FEMA's Public Assistance Grants will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Township debris clean is con...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Long Beach Island, NJ Keywords: Assistance Cleanup Damage Debris Flooding Homes P... More

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Township debris clean is continuing and they clean up after Hurricane Sandy. FEMA's Public Assistance Grants will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Long Beach Island, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- Township debris clean is con...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Long Beach Island, NJ Keywords: Cleanup Damage Debris Homes Public Works ^ Damage... More

Reeds Beach, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Hurricane Sandy washed up sand in this beach community leaving some streets impassable. FEMA's Public Assistance Grants will become available to cities and towns to assist in covering the cost of recovery. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Reeds Beach, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- Hurricane Sandy washed up sand in ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Reeds Beach, NJ Keywords: Bay Damage Homes Reeds Beach Sand Sign Water ^ Damage ^... More

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruction of the Pinetown Covered Bridge over the Conestoga River in Lancaster County continues. FEMA funds will cover 75 percent of the $1.1 million it will cost to rebuild the 146-year-old bridge, which was nearly completely destroyed by Tropical Storm Lee and Hurricane Sandy in 2011

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruct...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Hinke City/State: Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, PA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane Irene ... More

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruction of Pinetown Covered Bridge over the Conestoga River in Lancaster County continues. FEMA funds will cover 75 percent of the $1.1 million it will cost to rebuild the 146-year-old bridge, which was nearly completely destroyed by Tropical Storm Lee and Hurricane Sandy in 2011

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruct...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Hinke City/State: Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, PA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane Irene ... More

Davidson Township, Pa., April 14, 2013 -- A sign stops traffic from crossing through the covered bridge over Muncy Creek on Champion Hill Road. FEMA funds will cover75 percent of the $397,656 it will cost to rebuild the 163-year-old bridge, which was nearly completely destroyed by Tropical Storm Lee and Hurricane Sandy in 2011

Davidson Township, Pa., April 14, 2013 -- A sign stops traffic from cr...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Hinke City/State: Davidson Township, PA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane Irene (EM-3339) ^ Pennsy... More

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruction of Pinetown Covered Bridge over the Conestoga River in Lancaster County continues. FEMA funds will cover 75 percent of the $1.1 million it will cost to rebuild the 146-year-old bridge, which was nearly completely destroyed by Tropical Storm Lee and Hurricane Sandy in 2011

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruct...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Hinke City/State: Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, PA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane Irene ... More

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruction of Pinetown Covered Bridge over the Conestoga River in Lancaster County continues. FEMA funds will cover 75 percent of the $1.1 million it will cost to rebuild the 146-year-old bridge, which was nearly completely destroyed by Tropical Storm Lee and Hurricane Sandy in 2011

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruct...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Hinke City/State: Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, PA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane Irene ... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., Feb. 26, 2011 -- FEMA employee Art Goetz talks with Home Depot employee Pat Grosso at a new satellite store in Seaside Heights. The store will open in the coming weeks and will serve the community's rebuilding needs as they recover from Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., Feb. 26, 2011 -- FEMA employee Art Goetz talks ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2011-02-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Seaside Heights, NJ Keywords: America EAST COAST New Jersey North America Seaside Heig... More

Seaside Heights, N.J., Feb. 26, 2011 -- A new Home Depot satellite Design Center will open in the coming weeks here and will serve the community's rebuilding needs as they recover from Hurricane Sandy. Among the offerings will be same day delivery and DIY workshops. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Seaside Heights, N.J., Feb. 26, 2011 -- A new Home Depot satellite De...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2011-02-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Seaside Heights, NJ Keywords: America EAST COAST New Jersey North America Seaside Heig... More

Rapho and West Hempfield Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruction of Ziegrist's Mill Covered Bridge in Lancaster County continues. FEMA will fund 75 percent of the $1 million cost to reconstruct the 128-year-old bridge, which was damaged by Tropical Storm Lee and Hurricane Sandy in 2011

Rapho and West Hempfield Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstructi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Hinke City/State: Rapho and West Hempfield Townships, PA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane Irene (... More

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruction of Pinetown Covered Bridge over the Conestoga River in Lancaster County continues. FEMA funds will cover 75 percent of the $1.1 million it will cost to rebuild the 146-year-old bridge, which was nearly completely destroyed by Tropical Storm Lee and Hurricane Sandy in 2011

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruct...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Hinke City/State: Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, PA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane Irene ... More

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruction of Pinetown Covered Bridge over the Conestoga River in Lancaster County continues. FEMA funds will cover 75 percent of the $1.1 million it will cost to rebuild the 146-year-old bridge, which was nearly completely destroyed by Tropical Storm Lee and Hurricane Sandy in 2011

Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, Pa., April 7, 2013 -- Reconstruct...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-04-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Veronica Hinke City/State: Upper Leacock and Manheim Townships, PA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane Irene ... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 21, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialist Bill Thrasher looks over debris from 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. 21, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Speciali...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-21 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Chris Kleponis City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: FEMA Tropical Storm Sandy Flooding Disaster Relief DR... More

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Superintendent Rob Rodriguez of the Liberty State Park leads the FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Task Force on a tour of the park facilities to assess the damages caused from hurricane Sandy.Through the 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. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Superintendent Rob Rodriguez of the...

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

Metuchen, N.J., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Department of Interior/Bureau of Indian Affairs Type 2 Initial Attack Crew firefighters from Oklahoma cut up trees that fell during Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Metuchen, N.J., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Department of Interior/Bureau of India...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Metuchen, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurrican... More

Willow Grove, Pa., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) Lead Eva Clark, FEMA IA Specialist Mari Radford, and Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) IA Specialist Donald Smith are part of the team assessing extent of damage to this Township of Upper Moreland neighborhood which had reported storm damage. This joint PDA is a required part of the state's eligibility process for federal disaster assistance to recover from Hurricane Sandy. George Armstrong/FEMA

Willow Grove, Pa., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) Pre...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Willow Grove, PA Keywords: IA ^ PDA ^ PEMA Disasters: Pennsylvania Hurricane ... More

Islip, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Donna Carami discusses disaster assistance with other survivors in the Town Hall of Islip, Long 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 b Ed Edahl/FEMA

Islip, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Donna Carami discusses disaster assistan...

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: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Recovery ^ Hurricane ^ Debris ^ Sndy Disaste... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Specialists Kathy Cruso (rear) and Kirk Hunt (front) canvas Almond Street in Staten Island, NY looking for residents affected by Hurricane Sandy who might not have registered for assistance. 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

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations Speciali...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Chris Kleponis City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: FEMA Tropical Storm Sandy Flooding Recovery DR-4085 ... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 1, 2012 -- A charging station for phones and computers opened up at St. Peter and Paul Church. Power has still not been restored to most of Hoboken three days after Hurricane Sandy knocked it out. Residents were invited to come in, charge up, and get warm. FEMA is working with many partners and organizations to provide assistance to residents affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 1, 2012 -- A charging station for phones and compu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Hoboken, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurricane... More

Springfield, N.J., Nov. 17, 2012 --A FEMA Corps member assists a hurricane survivor at a distribution site in Springfield, NJ. The Red Cross teamed up with FEMA and FEMA Corps personnel to distribute clothing, cleaning supplies, toys and food items to residents affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Springfield, N.J., Nov. 17, 2012 --A FEMA Corps member assists a hurri...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-17 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Springfield, NJ Keywords: FEMA Corps New Jersey Hurricane Sandy ^ FEMA Corps ^ New ... 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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- Surge Capacity, U.S. Coast Guard employee Ronald Kaufman, right, lights a menorah in celebration of Chanukah with Department of Homeland Security, Deputy Secretary Lute, left, aboard the U.S. Training Ship Kennedy. Transportation Security Administration employee Milton Hirsch, also with the Surge Capacity, looks on. The ship has served as lodging quarters for the teams that were deployed from a variety of federal agencies to help in the response to Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2012 -- Surge Capacity, U.S. Coast Guard empl...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-13 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 City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations employees discuss the restoration of electric service in the Red Hook area of Brooklyn with employees of NYC's Con Edison electric company. The speedy repair of old electrical infrastructure in the New York City area has frustrated residents and business people in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

New York City, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations employ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: New York City, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ F... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 2, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Rich Serino, left, speak to local residents at a shelter set up at Susan Wagner high school. The shelter is set up to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with many partners and organization to assist residents affected by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 2, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Rich Se...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Staten Island, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Typ... More

Hopatcong, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- High winds caused by Hurricane Sandy on Oct. 29, 2012, blew down many trees in Sussex County. Hopatcong was hit especially hard with many trees falling on the roofs of homes causing major structural damage. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Hopatcong, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- High winds caused by Hurricane Sandy...

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

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate confers with Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne speak at the FEMA Initial Operating Facility. FEMA staff from across the country are gathering here to help the survivors of Hurricane Sandy recover. George Armstrong/FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate confer...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: George Armstrong City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: NY_4085_ ^ FEMA Administrator:FCO:IOF Disasters: New Y... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- A large American flag flies in the midst of more than 100 residences burned in the Breezy Point community of the Rockaways adjacent to New York City. A gas leak that occurred during the height of Hurricane Sandy erupted into a firestorm that was difficult for fire fighters to control. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 1, 2012 -- A large American flag flies in the...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Breezy Point, NY Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Fl... More

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 2, 2012 -- David Myers, Director of Department of Homeland Security's Center Faith Based and Neighborhood Partnerships, explain the importance of faith based volunteer agencies during the disaster to faith volunteer crowd. Community dinner and relief operations discussion for National VOAD faith-based agencies, local partners, and New York Disaster Interfaith Services members. 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., Dec. 2, 2012 -- David Myers, Director of Department of...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-02 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: Disaster ^ Hurricane ^ Church ^ floods ^ sandy ^ Volunt... More

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Electrical wiring problems spark fires. When Hurricane Sandy blew through Belleville, New Jersey on the night of October 28, 2012, her high winds caused sparking in electrical wires in this home that resulted in a fire. Walt Jennings/FEMA

Belleville, N.J., Nov. 27, 2012 -- Electrical wiring problems spark fi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Walter Jennings City/State: Belleville, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ Storm ^ Home ^ Recovery ^ Disaster ^ Floo... More

Norwalk, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, right, talks to local resident Michael Harden, center and Emergency Management Director, Fire Chief Denis McCarthy, left in a neighborhood impacted by Hurricane Sandy. The Administrator also visited local Disaster Recovery Centers through out the area and met with local and state officials to discuss recovery efforts after the storm. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Norwalk, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, righ...

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

New York, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 --FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, top of stairs, left and Senator Charles Schumer,center, get a tour of damage at NYU Langone Medical Center. They came to view damage caused by Hurricane Sandy and were joined by the center's administrator's and senior officials from FEMA and the hospital.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 --FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, top of...

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

Bridgeport, Conn., Nov. 27, 2012 -- FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, right, talks to Mitigation Specialist Edward Trimble at a Disaster Recovery Center set up to help residents apply for assistance if impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Residents with questions about the available programs or questions may visit the centers. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-27 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Bridgeport, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Typ... More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 --Administrator Craig Fugate, right, along with FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, left, get a tour of damage caused by Hurricane Sandy at the Coney Island Hospital. They were joined by hospital administration and were shown areas of the hospital impacted by Hurricane Sandy. This particular room has imaging equipment that was destroyed by the storm surge waters.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2012 --Administrator Craig Fugate, right, alo...

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

Toms River, N.J., Nov. 21, 2012 -- Lowes Hardware store and Boston Chicken distributed over 22,000 turkey dinners to survivors of Hurricane Sandy in New Jersey and New York. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Toms River, N.J., Nov. 21, 2012 -- Lowes Hardware store and Boston Chi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-21 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Toms River, NJ Keywords: New Jersey Thanksgiving dinner Lowes Boston Chicken ^ New ... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2012 -- Mennonite volunteers labor to rebuild the interior of a house in Staten Island, one of many that sustained major damage. 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

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2012 -- Mennonite volunteers labor to reb...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-07 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Flood ^ Storm ^ Mennonites ^ staten island ^ Hurricane San... More

Sea Bright, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations team member Diane Mckinnis talks with resident Jack Bodinghouse to ensure that he is getting the assistance from FEMA that he needs after Hurricane Sandy destroyed much of the island and flooded his home. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations team membe...

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

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Mitigation Specialist Robert Archila shakes hands with survivors after giving support answering their questions about mitigation processes. Mitigation Specialists are available to support Hurricane Sandy survivors in Kings County Home Depot to explain mitigation processes. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria / FEMA

Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2012 -- Mitigation Specialist Robert Archila ...

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 ^ Hurricane ^ FEMA ^ Support ^ sandy ^ New Y... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Various agencies working together in recovery effort after the disaster. 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 -- Various agencies working together in ...

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

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Debris from Hurricane Sandy litters the beach in Brooklyn, N.Y. 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., Dec. 8, 2012 -- Debris from Hurricane Sandy litters th...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Chris Kleponis City/State: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: FEMA Tropical Storm Sandy Flooding Recovery DR-4085 Hurri... More

Stoney Point, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Red Cross volunteers provide meals for survivors of Hurricane Sandy in Stoney Point, NY, December 1, 2012. 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

Stoney Point, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Red Cross volunteers provide meals...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Chris Kleponis City/State: Stoney Point, NY Keywords: FEMA Tropical Storm Sandy Flooding Recovery DR-4085 H... More

Oceanside, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2012 -- Electricians, carpenters and plumbers from the local union inspect homes in Oceanside, NY, as part of the new FEMA STEP program (Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power) for Hurricane Sandy survivors. When safe and practicable, this program may enable families to remain in, or return to, their homes, as a form of shelter while permanent repairs are completed, thereby reducing the number of individuals in congregate shelters or in the Transitional Shelter Assistance Program. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary faith-based and community-based organizations along with the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Eliud Echevarria/FEMA

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

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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- CNN reporter Susan Candiotti, left, talks with Robert Ribaudo, right, in the home of Ribaudo's father that was flooded due to Hurricane Sandy. Ribaudo was part of the Rapid Repairs program and the Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power (STEP) Program. 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 -- CNN reporter Susan Candiotti, left, ta...

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

Minden, La., Oct. 28, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Logistics Team works closely with the deployment of ready meals in preparations to Hurricane Sandy. Photo taken by Daniel Llargues/FEMA

Minden, La., Oct. 28, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Logistics Team works closely ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-28 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Daniel Llargues City/State: Minden, LA Keywords: Commodities ^ Water ^ Ready meals ^ FEMA Corps Disasters:... More

Stratford, Conn., Dec. 6, 2012 -- Most coastal homes elevated on pilings were not severely damaged by Hurricane Sandy - while a non-waterfront home still at ground level was destroyed. FEMA is in the area with mitigation specialists who are knowledgeable about the value of pilings to support coastal homes.. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Stratford, Conn., Dec. 6, 2012 -- Most coastal homes elevated on pilin...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-06 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Stratford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types... More

Union Beach, N.J., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Members of FEMA Corps walk through a devastated neighborhood in Union Beach, NJ, looking for residents who may need assistance. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide survivors of Hurricane Sandy with assistance. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Nov. 8, 2012 -- Members of FEMA Corps walk through ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Union Beach, NJ Keywords: FEMA FEMA Corps Hurricane Sandy New Jersey assistance ^ A... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2012 -- A Mennonite Disaster Service volunteer carries lumber into the home of Carlos Mendez, which the service is repairing. 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

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2012 -- A Mennonite Disaster Service volu...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Ed Edahl City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Flood ^ Repair ^ Storm ^ Recovery ^ Mennonite ^ 4085 ^ sta... More

Whitehaven, Md., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Duane Woodruff (left), Small Business Administration, and James Taylor (right), FEMA, assess damage from Hurricane Sandy to a pier in Whitehaven, MD, in Wicomico County. FEMA and county officials were assessing the effects from Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Frank Niemeir/FEMA

Whitehaven, Md., Nov. 14, 2012 -- Duane Woodruff (left), Small Busine...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-14 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Frank Niemeir City/State: Whitehaven, MD Keywords: Duane Woodruff of the Small Business Administration" and... More

Crisfield, Md., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Alex Tawes (left) and Neil Stevens clean debris from an apartment complex that had been flooded in Crisfield, Md., as cleanup continues after Hurricane Sandy came through the area. FEMA and county officials were assessing the effects from Hurricane Sandy in Crisfield, Md., and in the surrounding Somerset County. Frank Niemeir/FEMA

Crisfield, Md., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Alex Tawes (left) and Neil Stevens cle...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Frank Niemeir City/State: Crisfield, MD Keywords: Hurricane Sandy Crisfield Md. Somerset County cleanup ^ C... More

Hazlet, N.J., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Members of the National Guard distribute ice to survivors of Hurricane Sandy. Power has been out for nearly a week here and in many parts of the state. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Hazlet, N.J., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Members of the National Guard distribute...

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

Sea Bright, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Residents survey the damage from Hurricane Sandy from atop the seawall that breached in two places during the storm causing flooding of up to four feet of seawater. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Sea Bright, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Residents survey the damage from Hu...

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

Brooklyn, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, standing, talks to Applicant Program Service Specialists at the Disaster Recovery Center that has been set up at the local IKEA to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Residents are encouraged to visit the center to register for assistance if they have not done so, or to visit if they have questions regarding their applications or to get information about other programs for which they may be available. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Brooklyn, 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: Brooklyn, NY Keywords: Hurricane Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-408... More

Washington, D.C., Oct. 31, 2012 -- President Barack Obama holds a cabinet meeting at FEMA headquarters to discuss ongoing operations in response to Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Washington, D.C., Oct. 31, 2012 -- President Barack Obama holds a cabi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-31 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: Washington, DC Disaster Types: Hurricane/Tropical Storm Categories: Presiden... More

Bay Head, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Main Street in Bay Head, N.J. is covered with debris after Hurricane Sandy swept through the area. FEMA is working with local, state and other federal agencies to provide assistance to residents affected by this storm. Photo by Patsy Lynch/FEMA

Bay Head, N.J., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Main Street in Bay Head, N.J. is cove...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-11 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patsy Lynch City/State: Bay Head, NJ Keywords: New Jersey debris Hurricane Sandy ^ Debris ^ New Jersey ^ hu... More

Seaford, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Seaford, NY awaits its daily arrival of survivors of 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

Seaford, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2012 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Seafo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Chris Kleponis City/State: Seaford, NY Keywords: FEMA Tropical Storm Sandy Flooding Disaster Relief DR-4085... More

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 3, 2012 -- The Liberty State Park is closed for repairs associated with Hurricane Sandy while FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist the public parks who were affected by Hurricane Sandy under the Public Assistance program. At the direction of President Barack Obama, FEMA continues to lead the federal government's effort to provide assistance and support to states affected by Hurricane Sandy, ensuring the federal family and its public and private partners continue to provide all available resources to support state, local, and tribal communities in affected areas.Photo by Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 3, 2012 -- The Liberty State Park is closed fo...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-03 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Adam DuBrowa City/State: Jersey City, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: C... More

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -Local residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy pick up meals ready to eat from National Guard troops at a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Point of Distribution located at the disaster recovery center on Roackway Point Boulevard. FEMA is one of many agencies coordinating relief efforts after the storm. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -Local residents impacted by Hurricane Sa...

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

Bellmore, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Some of the contents of this home lay at the curb after being soaked in the flooding which accompanied Hurricane Sandy. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Howard Greenblatt/FEMA

Bellmore, N.Y., Nov. 11, 2012 -- Some of the contents of this home lay...

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

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Members Kevin O'Brien and Lizz Locke coordinate the line for reception at the Rockaway Disaster Recovery Center. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Sean Kerr/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Members Kevin O'Brien and L...

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 ^ DRC ^ FEMA Corps ^ New York ^ hurricane sandy ^ CR ^ br... 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

Union Beach, N.J., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Survivors of Hurricane Sandy who have been displaced from their homes can come to the town municipal building to pick up clothing and other essentials that have been donated. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Union Beach, N.J., Nov. 4, 2012 -- Survivors of Hurricane Sandy who ha...

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

Atlantic City, N.J., Nov. 9, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Kevin Man helps a family looking for disaster assistance. FEMA Corps is helping people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Steve Zumwalt/FEMA

Atlantic City, N.J., Nov. 9, 2012 -- FEMA Corps Kevin Man helps a fami...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt City/State: Atlantic City, NJ Keywords: Assistance ^ helping ^ FEMACorp Disasters: New Jerse... More

Breezy Point, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- The close-knit community of Breezy Point lost more than one hundred homes to fire during Hurricane Sandy. Several vehicles were burned in the fire. FEMA is providing ongoing support and resources to the Queens, NY community. Andre R. Aragon/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Dec. 15, 2012 -- The close-knit community of Breez...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andre R Aragon City/State: Breezy Point, NY Disaster Types: Fire ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm Cat... More

New York, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations teams talk to local resident in a warming tent following a meeting that was held by Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder that had state, local and federal representatives to discuss the concerns of residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2012 -- FEMA Community Relations teams talk to...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: H... More

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