Tag Archives: disaster

New app helps you prepare for the next hurricane

A new app designed to provide updates on disaster supplies and educational resources in the wake of a natural disaster was released this week. “Local Relief” is a localized social media platform bringing communities together during a weather emergency. Founder and Executive Director Heather Hackett had the idea for the program …

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Understanding FEMA support after extreme weather

After a natural disaster, a variety of resources become available through emergency declarations to aid in the cleanup process. FEMA financial assistance is just one of many ways to receive help after a weather event. Filing for assistance can be a complicated process, even for seasoned residents who have weathered a natural …

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The Point, Sept. 6, 2023: FEMA offers aid after Idalia

Subscribe to The Point, arriving in your inbox Monday through Friday at 8 a.m. The stories near you • Florida Storms: State offers help to Floridians impacted by Hurricane Idalia. “Following Idalia’s impacts, the Florida Division of Emergency Management wants to ensure Florida residents have all the information necessary to recover.” …

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