Urban Search & Rescue Teams

Aug

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August 1, 2018

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for August 1, 2018 Significant Activity for July 31 - August 1, 2018 Significant Events: Wildfires Tropical Activity: • Atlantic – Tropical cyclone activity not expected during next 48 hours• Eastern Pacific – Tropical Storm Hector; Disturbance 1 – Low (near 0%) • Central Pacific – Tropical cyclone activity not expected during next 48 hours• Western Pacific – No activity affecting U.S. interests Significant Weather: • Slight Risk of severe thunderstorms for the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast• Flooding possible for portions of the Southeast to the Mid-Atlantic• Elevated/Critical...

Jul

31

Rebuild With Flood-Resistant Materials

FEMA News

Disaster survivors from Hidalgo and Cameron counties who are rebuilding and repairing their homes after the severe storms and floods of June 18-July 13, 2018, are urged to rebuild safer and stronger. Mitigation experts say this is an opportunity to rebuild by taking steps to use more flood-resistant building materials. By using more flood-resistant materials, survivors can reduce the damage caused by future flood waters and make cleanup easier. Building materials are considered flood-resistant if they can withstand direct contact with flood waters for up to 72 hours without being significantly...

Jul

31

FEMA Assistance: Myths vs Facts

FEMA News

MYTH: I have to wait for the inspector before I can throw things out and start cleaning out the mud or making repairs. FACT: No. Anything that absorbed water needs to be removed from the home as soon as possible. This includes wallboard and flooring materials where mold can grow. Be sure to take pictures of damage, keep all receipts and continue working on the home. MYTH: I can’t register with FEMA until my insurance claim has been completed. FACT: You can register with FEMA even if your claim is not completed. MYTH: Survivors can’t...

Jul

31

July 31, 2018

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for July 31, 2018 Significant Activity for July 30-31, 2018 Significant Events: Wildfires Tropical Activity: • Atlantic – Tropical cyclone activity not expected during next 48 hours• Eastern Pacific – Disturbance 1 – Medium (60%); Disturbance 2 – Low (near 0%) • Central Pacific – Tropical cyclone activity not expected during next 48 hours• Western Pacific – No activity affecting U.S. interests Significant Weather: • Elevated/Critical Fire Weather – WA & OR• Isolated Dry Thunderstorms possible – ID, OR, & NV• Flash Flooding possible – Southern Plains...

Jul

30

July 30, 2018

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for July 30, 2018 Significant Activity – July 27-30 Significant Events: Wildfires Tropical Activity: • Atlantic – Tropical cyclone activity not expected during next 48 hours• Eastern Pacific – Disturbance 1 – Medium (50%); Disturbance 2 – Low (30%) • Central Pacific – Tropical cyclone activity not expected during next 48 hours• Western Pacific – No activity affecting U.S. interests Significant Weather: • Severe thunderstorms possible – Southern High Plains and from ARKLATEX region to the Upper Ohio Valley• Flash flooding possible – ARKLATEX region and coastal...

Jul

29

July 29, 2018

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for July 29, 2018 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for July 29, 2018 Significant Activity – July 28-29 Significant Events: Carr Fire, CA Tropical Activity: Atlantic – Tropical cyclone activity is not expected during the next 48 hours Eastern Pacific – Tropical Depression Gilma; Disturbance 1 – Medium (50%) Central Pacific – Disturbance 1 (remnants of former Depression Nine-E) – Low (near 0%) Western Pacific – No activity affecting U.S. interests Significant Weather: Severe thunderstorms possible – Central Plains Flash flooding possible – Central and Southern Plains; Middle...

Jul

28

July 28, 2018

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for July 28, 2018 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for July 28, 2018 Significant Activity – July 27-28 Significant Events: Carr Fire, CA Tropical Activity: Atlantic – Tropical cyclone activity is not expected during the next 48 hours Eastern Pacific – Tropical Depression Gilma; Disturbance 1 – Low (30%) Central Pacific – Disturbance 1 (remnants of former Depression Nine-E) – Low (near 0%) Western Pacific – No activity affecting U.S. interests Significant Weather: Severe thunderstorms possible – Central Plains Flash flooding possible – Central and Southern Plains Critical...

Jul

27

Disaster Survivors Can Get Rebuilding Tips from Local Home Improvement Stores

FEMA News

AUSTIN, Texas – Disaster survivors from Hidalgo and Cameron counties who are rebuilding and repairing their homes after the severe storms and floods of June 18-July 13, 2018, can visit Lowe’s or Home Depot stores to get free hazard mitigation consultations from FEMA mitigation representatives. Mitigation advisors will be on-hand to answer questions about rebuilding and protecting homes from future disaster-related damage. Topics include flood insurance and elevating of utilities. Most of the information provided is geared toward do-it-yourself work and general contractors. FEMA Mitigation Specialists will be available at these stores: CountyLocationsDatesHoursHidalgoLowe’s Store707...

Jul

27

July 27, 2018

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for July 27, 2018 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for July 27, 2018 Significant Activity – July 26-27 Significant Events: Wildfire activity Tropical Activity: Atlantic – Tropical cyclone activity not expected during the next 48 hours Eastern Pacific – Tropical Storm Gilma; Tropical Depression Nine-E; Disturbance 1 – Low (20%) Central Pacific – Tropical Depression Nine-E still in Eastern Pacific but will move into Central Pacific late today Western Pacific – No activity affecting U.S. interests Significant Weather: Severe thunderstorms possible – Central and Southern Plains; Mid-Atlantic Flash...

Jul

26

FEMA Might Help with Storm-Related Vehicle Damage

FEMA News

AUSTIN, TX – If you have damage to a vehicle as a result of the severe storms and flooding of June 21- July 13, 2018, in Hidalgo and Cameron counties, auto insurance and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are the primary resources available to help you with your repairs or replacement. First, file a claim with your insurance company if you have comprehensive coverage. Comprehensive policies usually pay for storm-related damage to a car. Federal disaster assistance may help fill the gaps for those whose coverage does not pay for...