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October 24, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for October 24, 2017 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for October 24, 2017 Significant Activity – Oct 23-24 Significant Events: Response and recovery – Tropical Cyclones Harvey, Irma, Maria Tropical Activity: Atlantic – Disturbance 1: Medium (50%) Eastern Pacific – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours Central Pacific – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours Western Pacific – Tropical Storm 27W FINAL Significant Weather: Critical and elevated fire weather – CA, NV, AZ, CO, NE & KS Red Flag Warnings – CA, NV, AZ, NE &...

Oct

24

Help Remains after Disaster Recovery Center Closes in Walker County

FEMA News

AUSTIN, Texas – A State of Texas/Federal Disaster Recovery Center in the city of Huntsville will close permanently at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 25. However, help is just a mouse click, phone call or a tap on the FEMA app away. The center is at the following location: Walker Storm Shelter (parking lot) 455 Hwy 75 N. Huntsville, TX 77340 Individuals and businesses in counties included in the Texas federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Harvey and the subsequent floods can still get help, and register if they still haven’t done...

Oct

24

Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in Brazoria, Caldwell Counties

FEMA News

AUSTIN, Texas – Two State of Texas/federal Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) will open Tuesday, Oct. 24, one in Brazoria County, in the city of West Columbia, and one in Caldwell County, in the city of Lockhart.DRCs offer in-person support to individuals and businesses in counties included in the Texas federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Harvey and the subsequent floods.Recovery specialists from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the State and other agencies will be at the center to talk about assistance and to help...

Oct

23

FEMA to Host Hardin County Job Fair for Harvey Recovery Efforts on Oct. 25

FEMA News

AUSTIN, Texas – Exciting opportunities await talented and hard-working Texans who are eager to assist with Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts!Job seekers should bring copies of their resume and be prepared to be interviewed at the Hardin County Courthouse, 300 W. Monroe St. in Kountze, Texas on Oct. 25 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. FEMA representatives will be on-site to meet with potential candidates and discuss the more than 300 available positions helping fellow Texans impacted by Hurricane Harvey.The jobs will be located in the Hardin County area with pay ranging...

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October 23, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for October 23, 2017 FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for October 23, 2017 Significant Activity – Oct 22-23 Significant Events: Response and recovery – Tropical Cyclones Harvey, Irma, Maria Tropical Activity: Atlantic – Disturbance 1: Medium (40%) Eastern Pacific – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours Central Pacific – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours Western Pacific – Tropical Depression 27W Significant Weather: Severe thunderstorms possible – Carolinas and VA Flash flooding possible – MI and Southern/Central Appalachians Critical and elevated Fire Weather – CA, NV,...

Oct

23

Hotel Stays for Harvey Survivors Extended; New Checkout Date is Nov. 7

FEMA News

AUSTIN, Texas – Hurricane Harvey survivors who need more time to find housing are getting an extension to stay temporarily in hotels while they look for an alternative place to live. The Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) program, which pays for short-term hotel stays, has been extended. The new checkout date is two weeks away on Nov. 7. Participants eligible to continue in the program will receive a phone call telling them what they need to do to remain at their current hotel or find a new hotel. Applicants must meet certain requirements...

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October 22, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for October 22, 2017 Significant Activity – Oct 21 - 22 Significant Events: • Response and recovery – Harvey, Irma, Maria; CA Wildfires Tropical Activity:• Atlantic – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours• Eastern Pacific – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours• Central Pacific – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours • Western Pacific – Tropical Depression (27W) Significant Weather: • Severe Thunderstorms possible – Central Gulf Coast• Flash Flooding possible – Central Gulf Coast, Southeast and Tennessee Valley• Critical/Elevated Fire Weather – CA• ...

Oct

21

Harris County Disaster Recovery Center to Operate Sundays

FEMA News

AUSTIN, Texas – Starting on Oct. 22, the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) located at the Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 3015 N MacGregor Way, Houston TX 77486, will extend its operating hours to include Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. Recovery specialists from FEMA, the State, the Small Business Administration and other agencies will be located at the center to answer disaster related questions and can help survivors apply for assistance.When: Starting Oct. 22Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Sunday 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.Individuals and businesses in counties included in the...

Oct

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FEMA to Host Houston Job Fair for Hurricane Recovery Efforts on Oct. 21

FEMA News

AUSTIN, Texas – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will host a job fair Oct. 21 to recruit Texans for positions assisting with Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts.The job fair will be held at 3015 N. MacGregor Way in Houston from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. FEMA needs to fill more than 300 available positions, with pay ranging from $14 to $37 per hour.The positions will be located within the Houston area and include American Sign Language interpreters, bookkeepers, accountants, auditing clerks, certified deaf interpreters, civil engineers, claims adjusters, examiners, couriers, messengers,...

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October 21, 2017

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing

FEMA Daily Operations Briefing for October 21, 2017 Significant Activity – Oct 20 - 21 Significant Events: • Response and recovery – Harvey, Irma, Maria; CA Wildfires Tropical Activity:• Atlantic – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours• Eastern Pacific – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours• Central Pacific – No tropical cyclones expected next 48 hours • Western Pacific – Tropical Depression (27W) Significant Weather: • Severe Weather possible – Southern Plains to Great Lakes• Flash Flooding possible – OR, WA, TX, OK, AR, KS & MO • Critical...