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Princeville, N.C.: A Story of Resilience
The first funding cycle from the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program is helping Princeville, N.C, become more resilient.
FEMA Podcast: Episode 137
Build financial resiliency before, during, and after disasters.
Get Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Disasters
Major Disaster Declaration: Vermont
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storm, flooding, landslides and mudslides on July 9-11, 2024.
Major Disaster Declaration: South Dakota
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding on June 16 - July 8, 2024.
Emergency Declaration: Tropical Storm Ernesto
Federal disaster assistance is available to Puerto Rico to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from Ernesto.
Major Disaster Declaration: Florida
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by Hurricane Debby beginning on Aug. 1, 2024.
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