SANTA FE, New Mexico — FEMA Mitigation experts are available at Home Depot in Roswell, through Saturday, Dec. 21, to offer free advice and tips on how to rebuild stronger and safer against disasters. FEMA encourages New Mexicans, especially those affected by the Oct. 19-20 storm and flooding in Chaves County, to make the most of this free assistance and learn how to reduce future risk.The FEMA specialists are also available at the Disaster Recovery Center in Roswell Mall. They will answer questions and offer home improvement tips and proven methods to help...

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Volunteer and Donate Recovery can take many years after a disaster. There are many ways to help such as donating cash, needed items or your time. Learn more about how to help those in need. Don’t self-deploy to disaster areas. Trusted organizations in the affected areas know where volunteers are needed. Work with an established organization to make sure you have the appropriate safety, training and skills needed to respond. FEMA Voluntary Agency Liaisons (VALs) build relationships and coordinate efforts with voluntary, faith-based and community organizations active in disasters. Doing Business with FEMA...

If you received a letter from FEMA saying that the information you provided is incomplete, you are ineligible for disaster assistance, or you disagree with the amount of FEMA assistance determined, you have the right to appeal the decision within 60 days of the date on the letter. All appeals are reviewed. Decisions may take up to 90 days. Additional information may be requested from you if FEMA does not have enough information to make a decision. You will be notified in writing of the response to your appeal, either by mail or via the DisasterAssistance.gov account...

New Mexicans who applied for federal disaster assistance from FEMA following the Oct. 19-20 storm and flooding in Chaves County will receive a decision letter from FEMA by mail or email.  The decision letter will explain your application status and how to respond. It is important to read the letter very carefully. The letter will include the amount of any assistance FEMA may provide and information on the appropriate use of disaster assistance funds.If you disagree with the initial decision or the amount of assistance approved, you can appeal FEMA’s decision. FEMA may...