Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in Jacksonville and Sherwood

LITTLE ROCK, Ark.– FEMA and the State of Arkansas will open joint Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Jacksonville and Sherwood, Arkansas, on Friday, April 14 to help survivors affected by the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred on March 31. Survivors can meet face to face with specialists from FEMA, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and state and local agencies to have their questions about disaster assistance answered. They may also upload any documents needed for their applications at the centers. The DRCs opening Friday, April 14 at 7 a.m. include:...

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Tulsa County, Oklahoma

DENTON, Texas – Revised Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps are available for review in Tulsa County, Oklahoma. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. The updated maps were produced in coordination with local, state and FEMA officials. Significant community review of the maps has already taken place, but before the maps become final, community stakeholders can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in the 90-day...

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Craighead County, Arkansas

DENTON, Texas – Revised Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Craighead County, Arkansas. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. The updated maps were produced in coordination with local, state and FEMA officials. Significant community review of the maps has already taken place, but before the maps become final, community stakeholders can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in the...

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Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Wynne, Arkansas

LITTLE ROCK, Ark.– FEMA and the State of Arkansas will open a joint Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Wynne, Arkansas, on Wednesday, April 12 to help survivors affected by the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred on March 31. Survivors can meet face to face with specialists from FEMA, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and state and local agencies to have their questions about disaster assistance answered. They may also upload any documents needed for their applications at the centers. The DRC in Wynne will open Wednesday, April 12 at 7...

Claims Office to Co-Host Town Hall in Mora on April 19

Santa Fe, NM - Mora County and the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office will co-host a town hall meeting on April 19 at Mora High School. Claims Office leadership will present updates about the Claims Process and introduce new leadership staff. The meeting will also include a question-and-answer session following the presentation. The meeting will be staffed by English and Spanish speakers and American Sign Language interpreters. Event information: Mora High School Lecture Hall 10 Ranger Road Mora, NM 87701 Wednesday, April 19 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. MT If you are...

Joint Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in Central Arkansas

LITTLE ROCK, AR – Two joint State/FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) will open Tuesday, April 11 in Central Arkansas to help survivors affected by the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred on March 31. Survivors can meet face to face with specialists from FEMA, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and state and local agencies to have their questions about disaster assistance answered. They may also upload any documents needed for their applications at the centers. The following locations will open starting Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Additional locations will be opening soon....

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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Amends Federal Cost Share for Arkansas

WASHINGTON – FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. made additional disaster assistance available to the state of Arkansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and tornadoes on March 31. On April 8, the President authorized an increase to 100% federal cost-share for debris removal and emergency protective measures, including direct federal assistance, for a continuous 30-day period of the state’s choosing, within the first 120 days of the incident period.Original linkOriginal author: luther.wills-dudich

Submitting an SBA Loan Application Could Bring More FEMA Grant Assistance

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan application holds many benefits for Arkansans who apply for federal assistance due to the recent severe storms and tornadoes. An applicant who is referred to the SBA, during the initial FEMA application process, is expected to complete an SBA loan application. Submitting a loan application keeps the full range of disaster assistance available as an option. SBA low-interest disaster loans are meant for more than just businesses. Disaster loans are also available to homeowners and renters. SBA Referral Letters Some...

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