News, Media & Events: Arkansas

Events



Jun 20, 2024 - Sep 30, 2024
Important Date
National Floodplain Administrator Training Needs Assessment Survey
FEMA manages the National Flood Insurance Program which includes more than 22,600 Participating Communities. This year, FEMA’s Floodplain Management Division is conducting a survey of the nation’s Floodplain Administrators who manage local floodplains for these jurisdictions. Survey findings will inform a five-year National Floodplain Administrators Training Strategy that will be coordinated by the Floodplain Management Division.

Aug 28, 2024 EST - Aug 28, 2024 4:00 p.m. EST
Virtual
Purchasing Under FEMA Awards Training: Standard PUG Training
FEMA’s Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of one-hour trainings on the federal procurement under grants rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).

Sep 5, 2024 EST - Sep 5, 2024 7:00 p.m. EST
Virtual
Purchasing Under FEMA Awards Training: Top 10 Procurement Under Grant Mistakes (in Spanish)
FEMA’s Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of one-hour trainings on the federal procurement rules applicable to recipients and subrecipients purchasing under a FEMA grant award. These virtual trainings will be facilitated by GPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team (PDAT).

Preparedness Tips

A few inches of water in a 1,000-square foot home could cost more than $10,000 in repairs and replacement of personal possessions. Homeowner’s insurance doesn’t cover most floods. Learn more about flood insurance.

Press Releases and Fact Sheets

One Week Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance

Survivors of the severe storms and tornadoes that ripped through eight counties in northern Arkansas May 24-27 have one week remaining to apply for federal assistance. The application deadline is August 28.
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Assistance Available for Vehicles Damaged by Severe Storms and Tornadoes in Arkansas

If you have damage to a vehicle as a result of the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred May 24-27, you may qualify for assistance from FEMA. Here’s how to find out if you qualify for vehicle repair or replacement assistance
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Continued Temporary Rental Assistance Available If You Need It

Survivors of the severe storms that struck eight Arkansas counties May 24-27 may be eligible for extended temporary rental assistance, including a security deposit. Continued Temporary Rental Assistance through FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program is available to storm survivors in Baxter, Benton, Boone, Fulton, Greene, Madison, Marion and Randolph counties.
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