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CHICAGO, Ill. -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in partnership with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment (MDNRE), will host a flood risk information open house for Monroe County residents on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2010, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Michigan State University, Monroe County Extension Office, 963 South Raisinville Road in Monroe.

CHICAGO, Ill. -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in partnership with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), will host a flood risk information open house for residents of Tazewell County on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Tazewell Farm Bureau, 1505 Valle Vista Blvd in Pekin.

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. -- Even if Illinois residents have previously reported damage to local officials or filled out county damage assessment forms, they could be missing out on financial help if they do not apply for disaster assistance, state and federal officials warn.

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — Homeowners, renters and businesses who received U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan applications when applying for federal assistance are strongly encouraged to complete and return them as soon as possible.

LAREDO, Texas -- The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announce the opening of mobile Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs). The mobile DRCs will open Saturday, Sept. 11, in Zapata County and Monday, Sept. 13, in Jim Hogg County for those affected by Hurricane Alex and subsequent flooding.

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa -- State and federal officials have announced the Hamilton County Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at 500 Fairmeadow Drive in Webster City will close at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 18.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennesseans affected by the storms and flooding that began April 30 can continue to access disaster crisis counseling through next summer, thanks to additional federal funding.

SEATTLE, Wash. -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has obligated $1,092,347 in Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding to the state of Washington for seismic retrofitting of the Evergreen State College’s Dormitory Residence Hall A.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - As part of its ongoing efforts to cultivate public-private partnerships at the state and local level, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently launched a new web page for state and local officials and their private sector partners to provide them with resources and the opportunity to share practices and ideas. The goal of the new page, available here, is to build a national resource that will benefit emergency management professionals and their constituents in communities nationwide.

LAREDO, Texas -- The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announce the opening of a mobile Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Hidalgo County. The mobile DRC will open at noon on Monday, Sept. 13 in La Joya for those affected by Hurricane Alex and subsequent flooding. The center will close at 6 p.m.

LAREDO, Texas -- The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is sponsoring a campaign to educate consumers about floods and flood insurance. The nationwide FloodSmart consumer campaign seeks to educate homeowners on protecting their homes and property from flooding, and on the need to understand that homeowners insurance will not cover damage from floods.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Do you or a family member have a disability? Are you responsible for the care of a senior citizen? Do you have small children who require special attention and supplies? If the answer to any of these questions is “yes,” then you should consider now what extra steps are needed in your family’s disaster plan.

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. -- In less than three weeks, more than $108 million has been approved in disaster assistance to flood-impacted residents, state and federal recovery officials said today.

NEW BERLIN, Wisc. -- It is important to clean, disinfect and completely dry areas in your flood-affected home to reduce the risk of mold, spores that can cause health hazards or structural damage.

LAREDO, Texas -- Got a few minutes? Then you have time to register for federal disaster assistance if you sustained damage from Hurricane Alex.

Freeport, IL, August 26, 2010 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Manager Jesse Gordon(right) and Congressional Affairs Specialist John Saggese (left) speak with Bryan Davis (center), Deputy Chief of Staff for Representative Don Manzullo, in front of the FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Center. Mobile DRCs offer all the capability of fixed locations but also provide flexibility so FEMA can quickly meet the needs of affected areas. FEMA/Norman Lenburg

Washington, DC, September 8, 2010 -- Robert J. Fenton, Jr. - FEMA Deputy Assistant Administrator for Response in the FEMA Studio. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Cicero, IL, August 27, 2010 -- FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) Manager Felix Lopez works to ensure that all survivors receive the best attention and that everything runs smoothly. DRC's are a way for survivors to get extra help when they need it. - FEMA/Jeffrey Keating

Laredo, TX, September 4, 2010 -- FEMA Mitigation teams were invited to participate in the Rodeo for Rotary in Laredo, TX. This provides an opportunity for the community to talk face -to-face with experienced personnel about building requirements, regulations, and preventive measures to mitigate damages to property and life. FEMA is emphasizing alertness among residents that have been affected by natural disasters to be ready for all types of emergencies.

Laredo, TX, September 4, 2010 -- FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Center vehicle is parked at the Texas A&M International University Autumn Music Festival in Laredo , TX. The FEMA/State Disaster Recovery Center(DRC) provides telecommunication services to help residents affected by recent severe storms register on-site for FEMA and other assistance as well as talk to an individual assistance representative.

Laredo, TX, September 4, 2010 -- FEMA workers setting up a a table and tent for a Mitigation team to provide materials to resident attending the Texas A&M International University Autumn Music Festival in Laredo , TX.

Nashville, TN, September 1, 2010 -- DHS Secretary Napolitano speaks during a working lunch at the Tennessee Emergency Operations Center in Nashville September 1 as FEMA DR-1909 Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Thomas J. Stufano looks on. The Secretary received a briefing from Tennessee DR-1909 JOC staff (FEMA/TEMA) concerning the storms, tornadoes and flooding that swept the state beginning April 30. Mike Osborne/FEMA

Nashville, TN, September 1, 2010 -- DHS Secretary Napolitano speaks to the staff of the Tennessee Emergency Operations Center in Nashville September 1 as (l to r) Nashville Mayor Karl Dean, DR-1909 Federal Coordinating Officer Gracia Szczech, and Tennessee Emergency Management Agency Director James Bassham look on. While in Nashville, the Secretary received a briefing from DR-1909 JOC staff concerning the storms, tornadoes and flooding that swept Tennessee beginning April 30. Mike Osborne/FEMA

Nashville, TN, September 1, 2010 -- During a visit to Nashville, DHS Secretary Napolitano reviews before and after photos included in a report on the (DR-1909) storms, tornadoes and flooding that swept Tennessee beginning April 30. Federal Coordinating Officer Gracia Szczech points out photo details as Tennessee Emergency Management Agency Director James Bassham looks on. Mike Osborne/FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 2, 2010 -- FEMA Logistics specialist Sylvester Campbell guides FEMA tractor trailers containing water and Meals Ready to Eat (MRE) into the staging area of Simmons Army Field. FEMA is one part of the team to help North Carolina prepare for Hurricane Earl. David Fine / FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 3, 2010 -- FEMA generators are staged for rapid deployment to support emergency facilities and public buildings if needed. FEMA is one part of a team supporting North Carolina?s preparations for and response to Hurricane Earl. David Fine / FEMA

Maynard, MA, September 3, 2010 -- FEMA Deputy Director Richard Serino getting a brief on the latest developments regarding Hurricane Earl at the Region I RRCC in Maynard, MA. FEMA/Marty Bahamonde

South Milwaukee, WI, September 2, 2010 -- FEMA Preliminary Damage Assessment official Ward Turner looks at a totally collapsed basement wall of a house in South Milwaukee. FEMA officials conduct damage surveys at every disaster which might merit a declaration. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

South Milwaukee, WI, September 2, 2010 -- FEMA official Ward Turner confers with Pat O'Conner, Wisconsin State official about damages in a trailer park in South Milwaukee. FEMA works closely with local and state officials in disaster operations. Photo by Ed Edahl/FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 2, 2010 -- Jeff Andrews (L) and Bond Luddeke(R), FEMA Logistics, check tractor trailer loads containing generators, water and Meals Ready to Eat (MRE) to help the state prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Earl on the coast of North Carolina. David Fine / FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 2, 2010 -- Roy Jones, FEMA Logistics, makes a final check of a tractor trailer load full of meals ready to eat bound for the FEMA staging area at Simmons Army Field. David Fine / FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 2, 2010 -- FEMA Logistics teams load and stage FEMA trailers containing generators, water and Meals Ready to Eat (MRE) to help the state prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Earl on the coast of North Carolina. David Fine / FEMA

Aberdeen, NC, September 2, 2010 -- The FEMA Logistics team work closely with a local cross dock facility to move loads of water and meals ready to eat to FEMA trailers bound for the FEMA staging area at Simmons Army Field. FEMA is assisting the State of North Carolina to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Earl on the coast. David Fine / FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 2, 2010 -- FEMA trailers containing generators, water and Meals Ready to Eat (MRE) are staged and ready for deployment at the Simmons Army Field. FEMA is helping the state prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Earl on the coast of North Carolina. David Fine / FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 2, 2010 -- FEMA Logistics Specialists, led by Bond Luddeke (L), work together to preposition supplies ahead of Hurricane Earl. FEMA is one part of a team supporting North Carolina’s preparations for and response to the storm. David Fine / FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 2, 2010 – Trucks deliver food and water sufficient to support approximately 50,000 people for three days. As one part of the emergency management team, FEMA is prepositioning supplies ahead of Hurricane Earl. David Fine / FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 2, 2010 -- FEMA Public Information Officer Ted Stuckey answers questions from a reporter about FEMA supplies being staged at Fort Bragg. At the state’s request, FEMA will provide food, water and other essential supplies to communities affected by Hurricane Earl. David Fine / FEMA

Fayetteville, NC, September 2, 2010 -- FEMA Logistics Specialist Derrick Lucas tracks supply trucks arriving at the incident staging base. FEMA is one part of a team supporting North Carolina’s preparations for and response to Hurricane Earl. David Fine/FEMA

Pass Christian, MS, August 28, 2010 -- Runners bearing the torch and flag participate in the Coast Torch relay on a rainy morning as part of the Hurricane Katrina 5th Anniversary . Photo by Tim Burkitt / FEMA photo.

Fire Management Assistance Declaration number 2855 declared on Sep 06, 2010

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Major Disaster Declaration number 1935 declared on Aug 19, 2010

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Fire Management Assistance Declaration number 2848 declared on Jul 19, 2010

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