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FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of West Virginia to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides.
The President’s action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo and Wyoming counties. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster.
Individuals who sustained losses in the designated areas can begin applying for assistance by registering online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 800-621-FEMA (3362) or by using the FEMA App. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service.
Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.
For more information, visit 4861 | FEMA.gov.
FEMA is committed to helping survivors in the Commonwealth of Kentucky recover from the recent severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. On Feb. 25, the Senior Official Performing the Duties of the FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton visited the affected areas to assess damage and discuss critical recovery efforts with state and local officials.
Individuals who sustained losses in the designated areas can apply for assistance by registering online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 800-621-FEMA (3362), or by using the FEMA App. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service.
Survivors can also visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to receive disaster assistance support and additional resources in person. Visit DRC Locator webpage to find a DRC closest to you.
For more information, visit 4860 | FEMA.gov.
Pikeville, Ky. (Feb. 25, 2025) - Senior Official Performing the Duties of the FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton accompanied state and local officials to tour the extensive flood damage at a strip mall complex in Pikeville, Kentucky, assessing the impact of recent floods on local businesses and infrastructure.
South Williamson, Ky. (Feb. 25, 2025) - Senior Official Performing the Duties of the FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton visited and toured the personal residence of flood survivors in South Williamson, Kentucky, to gain a firsthand understanding of the devastating impact the recent floods had on local communities.
FEMA's Continuous Improvement Technical Assistance Program (CITAP) will host a webinar on how staff in resource-constrained emergency management organizations can engage continuous improvement activities to strengthen their organizations, from 1-1:45 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 11. This webinar will emphasize approaches for continuous improvement outlined in FEMA’s National Continuous Improvement Guidance.
For resource-constrained organizations, it can be difficult to find time and budget to engage continuous improvement activities. Simultaneously, continuous improvement can lead to increased efficiency and reduced costs. This webinar will discuss approaches to potentially leverage existing capabilities and add simple tasks to support continuous improvement in emergency management. The webinar will also review resources focused on continuous improvement that are available on the CITAP’s website on the FEMA Preparedness Toolkit.
The webinar is designed for state, local, Tribal Nations and territorial partners, non-governmental organizations, the private sector and other entities involved in emergency management functions engaged in continuous improvement efforts.
To attend the webinar, register in advance by visiting the event page on FEMA.gov and click the "Register" button. If an issue arises while registering or logging in, please contact the FEMA CITAP Team at FEMA-CITAP@fema.dhs.gov.
Young leaders eager to support disaster preparedness and build community resilience now have until March 14 to apply for FEMA's 2025 National Youth Preparedness Council.
Students in grades 8 through 11 can access the application online at FEMA Youth Preparedness Council Application Form. To apply, youth must submit a completed written or video application, two letters of recommendation, a list of extracurricular activities, and parental consent to FEMA-prepare@FEMA.dhs.gov no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on March 14.
During their one-year term, council members work together virtually to create projects that enhance preparedness locally and nationally. They also have the opportunity to connect with leaders from FEMA, the federal government, and national nonprofit organizations.
To read about the current council members and for more information about the Youth Preparedness Council, visit the Youth Preparedness Council page on FEMA.gov.
North Carolinians Can Apply for FEMA Assistance Until March 8
FEMA remains committed to helping survivors in Western North Carolina recover, working closely with the state, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and other local and voluntary agencies to remove debris, repair infrastructure and provide housing solutions for survivors.
Survivors in North Carolina have until March 8 to apply for federal assistance. If you were affected by Tropical Storm Helene, you may be eligible for FEMA financial assistance.
You can apply for FEMA assistance by the following:
If you have insurance, file a claim with your insurance company first. You can apply for FEMA assistance before or after, but you’ll need your insurance settlement or denial letter for FEMA to determine what it can cover.
For more information on recovery efforts and available resources, visit 4827 | FEMA.gov.
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Los Angeles County Wildfire Survivors Can Apply for FEMA Assistance Until March 10
If you were affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles County, you may be eligible for FEMA financial assistance. You can apply for FEMA assistance by the following:
If you have insurance, file a claim with your insurance company first. You can apply for FEMA assistance before or after, but you’ll need your insurance settlement or denial letter for FEMA to determine what it can cover.
The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance for the wildfires is March 10.
FEMA continues to work with state, local, federal, nonprofit and Tribal Nation partners to support the California wildfire response, with teams actively on the ground to support the state-led disaster response. For more information and resources, visit 4856 | FEMA.gov.
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