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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

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding - Lake Delhi Dam, Iowa, July 27, 2010 -- The surge of the breach of the Lake Delhi Dam leaves very little in its wake. The dam broke following heavy rains. FEMA, state, and county officials conducted assessments of the damage the week following the event. Josh deBerge/FEMA

Dam/Levee Break ^ Flooding - Lake Delhi Dam, Iowa, July 27, 2010 -- Th...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damage caused by dam failure in Iowa Production Date: 07/27/2010 Caption: Lake Delhi Dam, Iowa, July 27, 2010 -- The surge of the breach of the Lake Delhi Dam ... More

St. Bernard Parish, La., July 24, 2013 -- The St. Bernard Parish 34th Judicial Courthouse historic structure that was built in 1939 suffered heavy damages as a result of high winds, storm surge and a rush of water from broken levees caused by Hurricane Katrina. FEMA has spent more than $20.7 million to repair the structure. Gioan Nguyen/FEMA

St. Bernard Parish, La., July 24, 2013 -- The St. Bernard Parish 34th ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2013-07-24 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Manuel Broussard City/State: St. Bernard Parish, LA Keywords: hurricane katrina ^ St. Bernard 34th Judicial... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , May 30, 2008 -- A 15ft. storm surge and 9ft. residual floodwaters from Hurricane Katrina damaged the interior of the building. Winds from the hurricane caused the water tower located next the auditorium to collapse and destroyed the entire roof as well as the interior of the auditorium. The roof needed to be replaced and the interior (including the wood flooring) needed to be gutted down to the brick shell and rebuilt. Photo by FEMA/Manuel Broussard.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , May 30, 2008 -- A...

The original database describes this as: Title: Buras Auditorium (Before) Production Date: 05/30/2008 Caption: Plaquemines Parish, La. , May 30, 2008 -- A 15ft. storm surge and 9ft. residual floodwaters from... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , March 20, 2009 -- A 15ft storm surge and 9ft residual floodwaters from Hurricane Katrina damaged the interior of the building. Winds from the hurricane caused the water tower located next the auditorium to collapse and destroyed the entire roof as well as the interior of the auditorium. The roof needed to be replaced and the interior (including the wood flooring) needed to be gutted down to the brick shell and rebuilt. Photo by FEMA/Manuel Broussard.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , March 20, 2009 --...

The original database describes this as: Title: Buras Auditorium (After) Production Date: 03/20/2009 Caption: Plaquemines Parish, La. , March 20, 2009 -- A 15ft storm surge and 9ft residual floodwaters from ... 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

Scituate, Mass., Oct. 29, 2012 -- The few summer homes left standing after the Perfect Storm in 1991, stand ready for the tidal surge that is still hours away. These homes were elevated to FEMA standards following the 1991 storm. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Scituate, Mass., Oct. 29, 2012 -- The few summer homes left standing a...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-10-29 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Scituate, MA Disasters: Massachusetts Hurricane Sandy (EM-3350) Disaster Type... 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

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

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , September 14, 2005 -- A 25 foot storm surge from Hurricane Katrina wiped out the original Plaquemines Parish detention center and Sheriff's offices. It was a single story, 800-bed structure. It was declared 98% destroyed, making it eligible for replacement funding under FEMA's Public Assistance program. The new detention center is being built back on the same 70-acre original site and will have the same inmate holding capacity, but is being built 18 feet above the ground. This is being done to meet the elevation standards required by the new Digital Flood Information Rating Maps. Photo by FEMA/Manuel Broussard.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , September 14, 200...

The original database describes this as: Title: Plaquemines Parish detention center and Sheriff's offices (Befor Production Date: 09/14/2005 Caption: Plaquemines Parish, La. , September 14, 2005 -- A 25 foot... More

[Hurricane Katrina] Belle Chasse, LA, February 4, 2006 - This FEMA/State operated Disaster Recovery Center in Plaquemines Parish is preparing for a final surge of applicants as the deadline for registering for disaster relief assistance soon ends. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Belle Chasse, LA, February 4, 2006 - This FEMA/Sta...

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

[Hurricane Katrina] D'Iberville, Miss., February 4, 2006 -- FEMA Mitigation representatives describe Integrated Concrete Forms (ICF) construction at the Mitigation Modular Expo in D'Iberville. ICF is a melding of concrete, reinforcement, and Styrofoam to form a very effective barrier to effects of flood, storm surge and wind disasters. Darby Duffin/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] D'Iberville, Miss., February 4, 2006 -- FEMA Mit...

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

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, St. Bernard, LA, 02-19-06 -- Community Relations Specialists talk to Todd, Sandy, and Danielle Topey about their long term housing needs once they leave the Scotia Prince ship that they have been staying on. The Topey's house was moved by a tidal surge to the middle of the street and is about to be demolished. Community Relations specialists are assisting disaster victims living on the MV Scotia Prince Cruse Ship find alternative housing as the ship's housing contact expires March 1st and the ship must set sail. MARVIN NAUMAN/FEMA photo

[Hurricane Katrina] New Orleans, St. Bernard, LA, 02-19-06 -- Communit...

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

[Hurricane Katrina] Pascagoula, Miss., August 8, 2006 -- Houses along the Mississippi coast are being elevated to mitigate against future flood and storm surge related disasters. Mark Wolfe/FEMA

[Hurricane Katrina] Pascagoula, Miss., August 8, 2006 -- Houses along ...

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

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - St Bernard Parish, La. , August 7, 2008 -- Extreme flooding and wind damaged the St. Bernard Parish Government Complex, causing damage to the shutters, roof and roof access panel. A 12-foot high storm surge swept debris into the meeting room, contaminated masonry walls and damaged wood floors, metal doors, windows and blinds. This two story government complex consists of a two-story main building and a single story meeting hall. The complex houses administrative support services essential to the operations of the parish. Photos by FEMA/Manuel Broussard.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - St Bernard Parish, La. , August 7, 2008 -- ...

The original database describes this as: Title: St. Bernard Parish Government Complex Production Date: 08/07/2008 Caption: St Bernard Parish, La. , August 7, 2008 -- Extreme flooding and wind damaged the St.... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , August 29, 2008 -- A 25 foot storm surge from Hurricane Katrina wiped out the original Plaquemines Parish detention center and Sheriff's offices. It was a single story, 800-bed structure. It was declared 98% destroyed, making it eligible for replacement funding under FEMA's Public Assistance program. The new detention center is being built back on the same 70-acre original site and will have the same inmate holding capacity, but is being built 18 feet above the ground. This is being done to meet the elevation standards required by the new Digital Flood Information Rating Maps. Photo by FEMA/Manuel Broussard.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Plaquemines Parish, La. , August 29, 2008 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Plaquemines Parish detention center and Sheriff's offices check Production Date: 08/29/2008 Caption: Plaquemines Parish, La. , August 29, 2008 -- A 25 foot sto... More

[Hurricane Ike] Port Arthur, TX, September 18, 2008 -- Hurricane Ike's storm surge swept debris through fencing surrounding oil refineries. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides help with state and local governments in debris cleanup after major disasters. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Port Arthur, TX, September 18, 2008 -- Hurricane Ike's...

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

[Hurricane Ike] Harris County, TX, September 20, 2008 -- This trailer was damaged and partially moved into the water on top of a seawall. The strong storm surge from Hurricane Ike swept inland, breaking reinforced barriers and carrying a trailer back to the water's edge. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides aid to municipalities, businesses, and individuals after disasters. Leif Skoogfors/FEMA

[Hurricane Ike] Harris County, TX, September 20, 2008 -- This trailer ...

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

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- The ground below the street paving was washed away by Hurricane Ike's storm surge causing the road to collapse. Miles of this Galveston Island highway are destroyed and completely washed away. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- The...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged road in Texas Production Date: 09/30/2008 Caption: Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- The ground below the street paving was washed away by Hurric... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- Manufactured sand dunes have been exposed on the beach from high winds and storm surge from Hurricane Ike. They are designed to protect houses and land from sea winds and waves. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- Man...

The original database describes this as: Title: A manufactured sand dune was left exposed by Hurricane Ike in Texas Production Date: 09/30/2008 Caption: Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- Manufactured s... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- Roads have been heavily damaged from Hurricane Ike as the ground eroded under the paving from storm surge and high winds. This stretch of highway alongside multiple beach communities remains closed to the public as it is unsafe to travel on for miles. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- Roa...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged road in Texas Production Date: 09/30/2008 Caption: Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- Roads have been heavily damaged from Hurricane Ike as the gr... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- This house fared well and received only minor cosmetic damage from Hurricane Ike because of mitigating protective measures taken. Storm panels over every opening and being on stilts contributed to protecting this structure from high winds and storm surge. Robert Kaufmann/FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- Thi...

The original database describes this as: Title: A hurricane ready home in Texas Production Date: 09/30/2008 Caption: Galveston, Texas, September 30, 2008 -- This house fared well and received only minor cosm... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Seabrook, Texas, October 2, 2008 -- Seabrook City Manager Chuck Pinto describes the damage caused by Hurricane Ike's storm surge to FEMA DRC Manager Barbara Edwards and FEMA PIO Suzanne Novak. All of the restaurants along the water were damaged; some were totally washed away. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Seabrook, Texas, October 2, 2008 -- Seabro...

The original database describes this as: Title: Local officials and FEMA workers in Texas Production Date: 10/02/2008 Caption: Seabrook, Texas, October 2, 2008 -- Seabrook City Manager Chuck Pinto describes... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Shoreacres, Texas, October 8, 2008 -- Nearly all of the 500 houses in Shoreacres sustained water damage from Hurricane Ike's storm surge. Debris pickup is progressing at a a steady pace. FEMA is paying three quarters of the costs. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Shoreacres, Texas, October 8, 2008 -- Nearl...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debros in Texas Production Date: 10/08/2008 Caption: Shoreacres, Texas, October 8, 2008 -- Nearly all of the 500 houses in Shoreacres sustained water damage fr... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Shoreacrea, Texas, October 8, 2008 -- Volunteers load the vehicles of local residents with ice, water, and Red Cross lunches at the city hall parking lot. Most of Shoreacres' 500 homes were damaged by Hurricane Ike's storm surge; residents need these supplies so they can continue making repairs. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Shoreacrea, Texas, October 8, 2008 -- Volun...

The original database describes this as: Title: Volunteers load ice and meals in Texas Production Date: 10/08/2008 Caption: Shoreacrea, Texas, October 8, 2008 -- Volunteers load the vehicles of local residen... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Baytown, Texas, October 13, 2008 -- Contractors look over the Baytown Marina, where Hurricane Ike's storm surge pushed over seventy boats and their piers out of the water and onto dry land. Baytown will be using FEMA Public Assistance grants to fund the restoration of the city-owned marina. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Baytown, Texas, October 13, 2008 -- Contrac...

The original database describes this as: Title: Boat damage in Texas from Hurricane Ike Production Date: 10/13/2008 Caption: Baytown, Texas, October 13, 2008 -- Contractors look over the Baytown Marina, wher... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Port Boliver, Texas, October 15, 2008 -- A house on 20th Street that was not elevated took the full force of Hurricane Ike's storm surge. Many houses in this small island town along Galveston Bay were destroyed when Ike hit a month ago. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Port Boliver, Texas, October 15, 2008 -- A ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Damaged private property in Texas Production Date: 10/15/2008 Caption: Port Boliver, Texas, October 15, 2008 -- A house on 20th Street that was not elevated to... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bolivar Peninsula, Texas, October 15, 2008 -- Elevated houses along Highway 87 survived Hurricane Ike's twenty-foot storm surge with minimal damage. Homes that were not elevated in this area no longer exist. Ike came in one month ago from Galveston Bay, just across the highway to the right. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Bolivar Peninsula, Texas, October 15, 2008 ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Elevetated homes remain stading on the beach in Texas Production Date: 10/15/2008 Caption: Bolivar Peninsula, Texas, October 15, 2008 -- Elevated houses along ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Boulivar Peninsula, Texas, October 15, 2008 -- Hurricane Ike caused massive damage along Highway 87 one month ago. Many homes were totally washed away by Ike's twenty-foot storm surge. Photo by Greg Henshall / FEMA

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Boulivar Peninsula, Texas, October 15, 2008...

The original database describes this as: Title: Debris in Texas Production Date: 10/15/2008 Caption: Boulivar Peninsula, Texas, October 15, 2008 -- Hurricane Ike caused massive damage along Highway 87 one mo... More

Emergency Planning and Security - Washington, D. C. , Jan. 20, 2009 -- Inauguration Day Metro rail surge, as over 305,000 riders out of Maryland - had used Metro rail by 9:00 a. m. This is the Federal Center SW stop in downtown D. C. Photo by Barry Bahler/FEMA

Emergency Planning and Security - Washington, D. C. , Jan. 20, 2009 --...

The original database describes this as: Title: Metro riders on Inauguration Day Production Date: 01/20/2009 Caption: Washington, D. C. , Jan. 20, 2009 -- Inauguration Day Metro rail surge, as over 305,000 ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - St Bernard Parish, La. , March 27, 2009 -- Extreme flooding and wind damaged the St. Bernard Parish Government Complex, causing damage to the shutters, roof and roof access panel. A 12-foot high storm surge swept debris into the meeting room, contaminated masonry walls and damaged wood floors, metal doors, windows and blinds. This two story government complex consists of a two-story main building and a single story meeting hall. The complex houses administrative support services essential to the operations of the parish. Photos by FEMA/Manuel Broussard.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - St Bernard Parish, La. , March 27, 2009 -- ...

The original database describes this as: Title: St. Bernard Parish Government Complex, (After) Production Date: 03/27/2009 Caption: St Bernard Parish, La. , March 27, 2009 -- Extreme flooding and wind damage... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Grand Chenier, La. , November 30, 2009 -- Mike McCloskey (fourth from left), Louisiana Recovery Office public assistance division supervisor, participates in the ground breaking for the Grand Chenier branch of the Cameron Parish Library. High storm surge and resulting flood waters from Hurricane Rita destroyed the building, foundation and contents of the Grand Chenier Library. To date, FEMA has obligated $82,578 in funding to cover costs to reconstruct the facility.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Grand Chenier, La. , November 30, 2009 -- M...

The original database describes this as: Title: Library Grand Opening Production Date: 11/30/2009 Caption: Grand Chenier, La. , November 30, 2009 -- Mike McCloskey (fourth from left), Louisiana Recovery Offi... More

Jefferson Parish, La., Oct. 15, 2010 -- Winds and storm surge caused severe damage to the City of Kenner's Laketown Boat Launch and Fishing Pier. The 5900-square-foot fishing pier was replaced with almost $1.3 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Stephanie Moffett/FEMA

Jefferson Parish, La., Oct. 15, 2010 -- Winds and storm surge caused s...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2010-10-15 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Manuel Broussard City/State: Jefferson Parish, LA Keywords: hurricane katrina ^ Kenner Fishing Pier Disast... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Biloxi, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Biloxi/Ocean Springs Bridge was replaced after being completely destroyed by winds and storm surge from Hurricane Katrina. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Biloxi, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Bilo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Bike/jogging lane on a Mississippi bridge rebuilt after Hurricane Katrina Production Date: 08/25/2010 Caption: Biloxi, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Biloxi/Oc... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Biloxi, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Biloxi/Ocean Springs Bridge was replaced after being completely destroyed by winds and storm surge from Hurricane Katrina. Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Biloxi, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Bilo...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mississippi bridge rebuilt after Hurricane Katrina Production Date: 08/25/2010 Caption: Biloxi, Miss. , August 25, 2010 -- The Biloxi/Ocean Springs Bridge was ... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Kenner, La. , October 15, 2010 -- Hurricane Katrina's winds and storm surge caused severe damage to the City of Kenner's Laketown Boat Launch and Fishing Pier. FEMA obligated $2. 6 million to replace the pier's 68 timber piles and remove silt and debris. FEMA/Stephanie Moffett

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Kenner, La. , October 15, 2010 -- Hurricane...

The original database describes this as: Title: Kenner Fishing Pier Production Date: 10/15/2010 Caption: Kenner, La. , October 15, 2010 -- Hurricane Katrina's winds and storm surge caused severe damage to th... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Meraux, La. , December 28, 2010 -- A grand opening ceremony was held for St. Bernard Fire Station No. 6. A 20-foot storm surge associated with Hurricane Katrina submerged the building. The building received damages from a tornado that destroyed façade and fenestration elements. FEMA obligated $1. 5 million to replace the building and its contents. FEMA/Ray Perez

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Meraux, La. , December 28, 2010 -- A grand ...

The original database describes this as: Title: St. Bernard Fire Station No. 6 Production Date: 12/28/2010 Caption: Meraux, La. , December 28, 2010 -- A grand opening ceremony was held for St. Bernard Fire S... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Chalmette, La. , December 28, 2010 -- FEMA Deputy Director of Programs Andre Cadogan (third from left) participated in ribbon cutting ceremonies for St. Bernard Fire Station No. 5. A 20-foot storm surge associated with Hurricane Katrina submerged the building. The building received damages from a tornado that destroyed façade and fenestration elements. FEMA obligated $1. 5 million to replace the building and its contents. FEMA/Ray Perez

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Chalmette, La. , December 28, 2010 -- FEMA ...

The original database describes this as: Title: St. Bernard Fire Station No. 5 Production Date: 12/28/2010 Caption: Chalmette, La. , December 28, 2010 -- FEMA Deputy Director of Programs Andre Cadogan (third... More

Flooding - Velva, N. D. , June 26, 2011 -- Highway 52 from Velva to Minot was cut off due to flooding from the Souris River. Trucks carrying dirt and rip rap surge through, to work on reinforcing levees in the town. Velva was designated a federal disaster area, opening the way for federal disaster assistance from FEMA. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Flooding - Velva, N. D. , June 26, 2011 -- Highway 52 from Velva to Mi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Photograph by Andrea Booher taken on 06/26/2011 in North Dakota Production Date: 06/26/2011 Caption: Velva, N. D. , June 26, 2011 -- Highway 52 from Velva to M... More

Flooding - Velva, N. D. , June 26, 2011 -- Highway 52 from Velva to Minot was cut off due to flooding from the Souris River. Trucks carrying dirt and rip rap surge through, to work on reinforcing levees in the town. Burleigh and Ward counties were designated a federal disaster area, opening the way for federal disaster assistance from FEMA. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Flooding - Velva, N. D. , June 26, 2011 -- Highway 52 from Velva to Mi...

The original database describes this as: Title: Velva, North Dakota Flooding Production Date: 06/26/2011 Caption: Velva, N. D. , June 26, 2011 -- Highway 52 from Velva to Minot was cut off due to flooding fr... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Terrebonne Parish, La. , July 15, 2011 -- Hurricane Ike produced an eight foot storm surge that overtopped the roadways and eroded two sections of the South shoulder and a complete loss of the North shoulder. Heavy wave action undercut the North side of the asphalt roadway causing failure of approximately two and one half miles of roadway. FEMA has obligated almost $8 million for road repairs. FEMA/Manuel Broussard

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Terrebonne Parish, La. , July 15, 2011 -- H...

The original database describes this as: Title: Terrebonne Parish Island Road Ribbon Cutting Production Date: 07/15/2011 Caption: Terrebonne Parish, La. , July 15, 2011 -- Hurricane Ike produced an eight foo... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Terrebonne Parish, La. , July 15, 2011 -- Terrebonne Parish recently celebrated the completion of the repair work on Island Road. Hurricane Ike produced an eight foot surge of water that overtopped the roadway and scoured two sections of the north and south shoulders. FEMA has provided nearly $8 million in public assistance grants for both temporary and permanent repairs to Island Road. FEMA/Manuel Broussard

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Terrebonne Parish, La. , July 15, 2011 -- T...

The original database describes this as: Title: FEMA Funds Island Road Repairs Production Date: 07/15/2011 Caption: Terrebonne Parish, La. , July 15, 2011 -- Terrebonne Parish recently celebrated the complet... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Davant, La. , August 18, 2011 -- FEMA Acting Executive Director Joe Threat (center, Plaquemines Parish Sheriff I. F. Jiff Hingle (left) and Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Assistant Deputy Director Mark DeBosier (right) participate in the Plaquemines Parish Detention Center groundbreaking. A 25 foot storm surge from Hurricane Katrina wiped out the original detention center in East Pointe-a-la-Hache. The facility was eligible for replacement under FEMA's Public Assistance program. FEMA/Manuel Broussard

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Davant, La. , August 18, 2011 -- FEMA Actin...

The original database describes this as: Title: Plaquemines Parish Detention Center Production Date: 08/18/2011 Caption: Davant, La. , August 18, 2011 -- FEMA Acting Executive Director Joe Threat (center, Pl... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Chalmette, La. , August 23, 2011 -- FEMA Public Assistance Division Supervisor Eddie Williams (fifth from right) participates in the groundbreaking for St. Bernard Fire Station #3. The fire station experienced approximately 11 feet of storm surge and high winds associated with Hurricane Katrina. Final damage assessment determined the replacement of the facility the most cost-effective path forward. To date, FEMA has obligated $2. 64 million for the replacement of the facility. FEMA/Melissa Ory

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Chalmette, La. , August 23, 2011 -- FEMA Pu...

The original database describes this as: Title: St. Bernard Fire Station #3 Groundbreaking Production Date: 08/23/2011 Caption: Chalmette, La. , August 23, 2011 -- FEMA Public Assistance Division Supervisor ... More

Puerto Rico, August 26, 2011 -- Cindy Taylor, Acting External Affairs Director delivers Community Relations Surge training course to Region 2 Cadre members in Puerto Rico. - Michael Medina-Latorre/FEMA

Puerto Rico, August 26, 2011 -- Cindy Taylor, Acting External Affairs ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Community Relations Surge training course to Region 2 Production Date: 08/26/2011 Caption: Puerto Rico, August 26, 2011 -- Cindy Taylor, Acting External Affair... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rodanthe, N. C. , September 2, 2011 -- Giant sand bags seen on the right could not stop the storm surge from eroding the beach and carving out parts of Hwy 12 on the Outer Banks. FEMA and State officials are assessing damages and getting resources on location to begin repairs to damaged roads. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Rodanthe, N. C. , September 2, 2011 -- Gian...

The original database describes this as: Title: Sandbags fail to stop storm surge from Irene Production Date: 09/02/2011 Caption: Rodanthe, N. C. , September 2, 2011 -- Giant sand bags seen on the right coul... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Sealevel, N. C. , September 7, 2011 -- Storm surge from Hurricane Irene flooded the area where this FEMA registration sign now stands. Signs are only one of the methods used to put out the registration message. FEMA photo/Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Sealevel, N. C. , September 7, 2011 -- Stor...

The original database describes this as: Title: Getting the disaster assistance registration message out in North Carolina Production Date: 09/07/2011 Caption: Sealevel, N. C. , September 7, 2011 -- Storm su... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- Waterfront homes that were not elevated were destroyed by over 5 feet of storm surge from Hurricane Irene. FEMA has free information on how to build stronger homes. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- Water...

The original database describes this as: Title: Houses no match for storm surge Production Date: 09/13/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- Waterfront homes that were not elevated were destroy... More

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- The elevated house on the right received only minor damage when Irene pushed 5 feet of storm surge ashore. The house on the left was completely destroyed. FEMA provides free information on how to build stronger and better and help prevent loss of property. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 20...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mitigation practices can save your home. Production Date: 09/13/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- The elevated house on the right received on... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- Storm surge over 5 feet high from Hurricane Irene inundated this home. Houses that were not raised at least 6 feet high were ruined. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- Storm...

The original database describes this as: Title: Waterfront neighborhoods destroyed by Irene Production Date: 09/13/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 13, 2011 -- Storm surge over 5 feet high from Hurric... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hickory Point, N. C. , September 17, 2011 -- This home sustained damage from both the power of the storm surge and the flooding inside with water. FEMA is encouraging survivors with storm damage to apply for disaster assistance. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hickory Point, N. C. , September 17, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Flooding from Irene damaged many homes Production Date: 09/17/2011 Caption: Hickory Point, N. C. , September 17, 2011 -- This home sustained damage from both t... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hickory Point, N. C. , September 17, 2011 -- The elevated home in the background received minor damage during Hurricane Irene, while the home in the foreground was completely destroyed by over 5 feet of storm surge. FEMA offers free information on its website on how to build safer. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hickory Point, N. C. , September 17, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: Mitigation can help save homes and property. Production Date: 09/17/2011 Caption: Hickory Point, N. C. , September 17, 2011 -- The elevated home in the backgro... More

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hickory Point, N. C. , September 17, 2011 -- State and FEMA representatives check on a survivor of Hurricane Irene in a community that was hit by high storm surge. FEMA supports the states in disaster recovery efforts. FEMA photo/ Tim Burkitt

Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hickory Point, N. C. , September 17, 2011 -...

The original database describes this as: Title: State and FEMA Community Relations teams cover North Carolina Production Date: 09/17/2011 Caption: Hickory Point, N. C. , September 17, 2011 -- State and FEMA ... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pamlico County, N. C. , September 19, 2011 -- Elevated homes survived the storm surge along Pamlico Sound, while houses on ground level did not. FEMA is in Pamlico County assisting applicants in rebuilding their homes and lives. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pamlico County, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Pamlico Beach Distruction Production Date: 09/19/2011 Caption: Pamlico County, N. C. , September 19, 2011 -- Elevated homes survived the storm surge along Paml... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pamlico County, N. C. , September 19, 2011 -- Elevated homes survived the storm surge along Pamlico Sound, while houses on ground level did not. FEMA is in Pamlico County assisting applicants in rebuilding their homes and lives. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pamlico County, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Pamlico Beach Distruction Production Date: 09/19/2011 Caption: Pamlico County, N. C. , September 19, 2011 -- Elevated homes survived the storm surge along Paml... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pamlico County, N. C. , September 19, 2011 -- This ground level home did not survive the storm surge from Hurricane Irene. FEMA is in Pamlico County assisting applicants in rebuilding their homes and lives. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pamlico County, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Destruction on Pamlico Beach Production Date: 09/19/2011 Caption: Pamlico County, N. C. , September 19, 2011 -- This ground level home did not survive the stor... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pamlico County, N. C. , September 19, 2011 -- This ground level home did not survive the storm surge from Hurricane Irene. FEMA is in Pamlico County assisting applicants in rebuilding their homes and lives. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Pamlico County, ...

The original database describes this as: Title: Pamlico Beach Distruction Production Date: 09/19/2011 Caption: Pamlico County, N. C. , September 19, 2011 -- This ground level home did not survive the storm s... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Point with a 5' storm surge. FEMA provides crisis counseling for those who have difficulty dealing with extensive losses. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , ...

The original database describes this as: Title: A Month after Irene Production Date: 09/25/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Poin... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Point with a 5' storm surge. FEMA is bringing Temporary Housing Units to this neighborhood, enabling survivors to be close to home as they rebuild. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , ...

The original database describes this as: Title: A Month after Irene Production Date: 09/25/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Poin... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Point with a 5' storm surge. FEMA is bringing Temporary Housing Units to this neighborhood, so that survivors can be close to home as they rebuild. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , ...

The original database describes this as: Title: A Month after Irene Production Date: 09/25/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Poin... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Point with a 5' storm surge. FEMA is bringing Temporary Housing Units here, enabling survivors to be close to home as they rebuild. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , ...

The original database describes this as: Title: A Month after Irene Production Date: 09/25/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Poin... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Point with a 5' storm surge. FEMA Temporary Housing Units are being placed in this neighborhood, enabling survivors to be close to home as they rebuild. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , ...

The original database describes this as: Title: A Month after Irene Production Date: 09/25/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Poin... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Point with a 5' storm surge. FEMA is placing Temporary Housing Units in this neighborhood, so that survivors can stay at their to home as they rebuild. Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Aurora, N. C. , ...

The original database describes this as: Title: A Month after Irene Production Date: 09/25/2011 Caption: Aurora, N. C. , September 25, 2011 -- Homes still lie in ruin a month after Irene flooded Hickory Poin... More

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hickory Point, N. C. , October 14, 2011 -- The storm surge in Hickory Point was about 5 feet - enough to pick this home up and move it back. FEMA is in the eastern counties of North Carolina to provide aid to Irene victims. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hurricane/Tropical Storm - Hickory Point, N...

The original database describes this as: Title: Washed off its Foundation Production Date: 10/14/2011 Caption: Hickory Point, N. C. , October 14, 2011 -- The storm surge in Hickory Point was about 5 feet - e... 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

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2012 -- The TS Kennedy, a maritime academy training ship is moored in New York and serving as a home for 400 DHS volunteers. A provision in the 2006 Post-Katrina Act authorized DHS to create a surge capacity force (SCF) of federal employees to augment a catastrophic disaster response. The force was activated to help with Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2012 -- The TS Kennedy, a maritime academ...

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

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

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

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- The Liberty State Park sustained severe damages from hurricane Sandy's storm surge. Through the Public Assistance 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. Adam DuBrowa/FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- The Liberty State Park sustained se...

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

Brick, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- A fire that started from natural gas leaks the night of Hurricane Sandy destroyed about 15 homes. While this home was spared from the fire, it suffered damage from the storm surge and the fire melted the vinyl siding. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Brick, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- A fire that started from natural gas lea...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll Disaster Types: Hurricane/Tropical Storm Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 1, 2012 -- Many backyards still have several feet of water. The storm surge from Hurricane Sandy severely flooded much of Hoboken. 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 -- Many backyards still have several feet ...

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

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Aerial view of homes destroyed by Hurricane Sandy in the Breezy Point neighborhood on the New York coastline. The waves and surge damaged and destroyed thousands of homes on the Eastern coast. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Breezy Point, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2012 -- Aerial view of homes destroyed by...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-12 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Breezy Point, NY Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: D... More

Brick, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- These houses were swept off their foundation by Hurricane Sandy's storm surge. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Brick, N.J., Nov. 26, 2012 -- These houses were swept off their founda...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-26 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurricane/Tropical Storm Categori... More

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Long Beach resident, Barbara McCauley returns to her home which received several feet of storm surge. Hurricane Sandy created widespread flooding, power outages and devastation on Long Island, New York. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Long Beach resident, Barbara McCaule...

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

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Local residents stack piles of damaged items outside of their houses in neighborhoods impacted by Hurricane Sandy. The storm surge brought in a great deal of sand and water into the neighborhood

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 -- Local residents stack piles of damaged...

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

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Cars buried in sand Long Beach neighborhoods were extracted by tow trucks. The Hurricane Sandy storm surge created widespread flooding, power outages and devastation on Long Beach, New York. Andrea Booher/FEMA

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 9, 2012 -- Cars buried in sand Long Beach neigh...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-09 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Andrea Booher City/State: Long Beach, NY Keywords: NY ^ hurricane sandy ^ storm surge ^ Long Beach ^ Cars b... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 1, 2012 -- Many apartments still have several feet of water in and around them. The storm surge from Hurricane Sandy severely flooded much of Hoboken. 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 -- Many apartments still have several feet...

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

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 --Local crews work to remove sand on streets that were impacted by the storm surge of Hurricane Sandy.Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

Rockaway, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2012 --Local crews work to remove sand on stre...

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

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Heavy damages were sustained at the Liberty Island train station due to the storm surge caused by hurricane Sandy. The mission of FEMA's Public Assistance (PA) Grant Program is to provide assistance to State, Tribal and local governments, and certain types of Private Nonprofit organizations so that communities can quickly respond to and recover from major disasters or emergencies declared by the President. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- Heavy damages were sustained at 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

Manasquan, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Three weeks after Hurricane Sandy hit, this house still has four feet of sand in the garage that was pushed in by the storm surge. FEMA is working with state and local officials to assist residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Manasquan, N.J., Nov. 20, 2012 -- Three weeks after Hurricane Sandy hi...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-20 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Manasquan, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurrica... More

New York, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Aerial damage of the coastline of New York. Cleanup activities continue with lots of sand that blanketed areas due to the storm surge in Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

New York, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Aerial damage of the coastline of New...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino City/State: New York, NY Disaster Types: Hurricane/Tropical Storm Categories: Aerial Pho... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 1, 2012 -- Antonio and Olga Morrone try to siphon gasoline out of their flooded car to use in a generator. Power has still not been restored to most of Hoboken three days after Hurricane Sandy's storm surge flooded the area.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 -- Antonio and Olga Morrone try to siphon ...

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

Mantoloking, N.J., Nov. 5, 2012 -- The sand dunes were completely swept away by the storm surge of Hurricane Sandy. This is a drain pipe that shows the pre-storm height of the dunes. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary, faith-based and community-based organizations, and the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Mantoloking, N.J., Nov. 5, 2012 -- The sand dunes were completely swep...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-05 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Liz Roll City/State: Mantoloking, NJ Disasters: New Jersey Hurricane Sandy (DR-4086) Disaster Types: Hurri... More

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

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

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

Milford, Conn., Nov. 23, 2012 -- This home was flooded by Hurricane Sandy's storm surge, even though elevated higher than many neighboring homes. FEMA is in the area with Disaster Recovery Centers open to help survivors apply for assistance. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 23, 2012 -- This home was flooded by Hurricane Sa...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: ... More

Gandy Beach, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- A storm surge caused by Hurricane Sandy in Delaware Bay torn through sea walls and damaged beach front homes. FEMA is working to provide assistance to people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Steve Zumwalt FEMA

Gandy Beach, N.J., Nov. 23, 2012 -- A storm surge caused by Hurricane ...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-23 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Steve Zumwalt Keywords: Bay Damage Homes Hurricane Island Wave Surge ^ Damage ^ Hurricane ^ Wave ^ Bay ^ hom... 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

Milford, Conn., Nov. 8, 2012 -- The coastline of this town has been twice hit, first with a storm surge which destroyed many homes, then with a No'easter storm which dumped a foot of snow. FEMA is working with many partners including federal, state, local and tribal governments, voluntary, faith-based and community-based organizations, and the private sector to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Marilee Caliendo/FEMA

Milford, Conn., Nov. 8, 2012 -- The coastline of this town has been tw...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-08 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Marilee Caliendo City/State: Milford, CT Disasters: Connecticut Hurricane Sandy (DR-4087) Disaster Types: ... More

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 1, 2012 -- Flooding in low-lying areas is still a problem after the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy overwhelmed Hoboken. FEMA is working to assist residents affected by Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Liz Roll/FEMA

Hoboken, N.J., Nov. 1, 2012 -- Flooding in low-lying areas is still a ...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, right, talks to FEMA Corps members aboard the Training Ship Empire State VI, docked on the East River at the foot of the Throgs Neck Bridge. The ship has provided accommodations for volunteers from FEMA Corps and Federal Surge groups who have come to assist in the recovery efforts for Hurricane Sandy. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA

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

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

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

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

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

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- The Liberty State Park sustained major damages to their coastlines associated with hurricane Sandy and the storms surge. The mission of FEMA's Public Assistance (PA) Grant Program is to provide assistance to State, Tribal and local governments, and certain types of Private Nonprofit organizations so that communities can quickly respond to and recover from major disasters or emergencies declared by the President. Adam DuBrowa/ FEMA

Jersey City, N.J., Dec. 5, 2012 -- The Liberty State Park sustained ma...

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

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Transportation Security Administration representative, U.S. Air Marshall Troy Coleman informs Hurricane Sandy survivors, Long Beach, N.Y. residents Barbara Bloom and Rona Wohlgemuth of how to take advantage of FEMA's services. FEMA, Border Patrol, TSA and ICE visited homes to inform residents of FEMA services as part of the Federal Surge Crisis Response

Long Beach, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2012 -- Transportation Security Administrat...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-10 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Eliud Echevarria (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Ratcliff/Released) City/State: Lo... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The remnants of this home which was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy on October 29, 2012. The owner nearly lost her life when the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy swept through her home on Staten Island. the homeowner received disaster assistance from FEMA, which along with the state, local government and volunteer organizations, provides disaster assistance to disaster survivors of catastrophic events such as Hurricane Sandy. Photo by Christopher Mardorf / FEMA

Staten Island, N.Y., Dec. 4, 2012 -- The remnants of this home which w...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-12-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Christopher Mardorf City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: FEMA ^ Debris ^ beach ^ New York ^ hurricane sa... More

New York, Oct. 3, 2013 --The Battery Park Underpass was inundated by the storm surge from Hurricane Sandy. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was charged with de-watering the tunnels. K.C.Wilsey/FEMA

New York, Oct. 3, 2013 --The Battery Park Underpass was inundated by t...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-04 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Kenneth Wilsey Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085) Disaster Types: Coastal Storm ^ Flooding ^ Hur... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 19, 2012 -- Photo of Center for Domestic Preparedness jacket. FEMA teamed-up with various other federal agencies to visit homes to inform residents of FEMA services as part of the Federal Surge Community Relations. (Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Ratcliff, USN/Released)

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 19, 2012 -- Photo of Center for Domestic Pre...

The original finding aid described this as: Date Taken: 2012-11-19 00:00:00 UTC Photographer Name: Patrick Ratcliff City/State: Staten Island, NY Keywords: Patrick Ratcliff MC3 Ratcliff USN FEMA DHS ^ FEMA ... More

Staten Island, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2012 -- FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino meets with DHS volunteers berthing on the TS Kennedy, a maritime Academy training ship. A provision in the 2006 Post-Katrina Act authorized DHS to create a surge capacity force (SCF) of federal employees to augment a catastrophic disaster response. The force was activated to help with Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. FEMA/Tim Burkitt

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

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

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