WEST DES MOINES, Iowa -- Iowa householders, renters and businesses affected by the extreme storms and flooding of June 1 by way of August 31, 2010, who obtain a letter telling them they're ineligible for disaster help might comply with a process to attraction that call, state and federal officers said today. Applicants have 60 days from the date of their willpower letter to appeal the FEMA decision. All appeals should be in writing.
"The recovery course of doesn't necessarily finish with an ineligibility letter," mentioned Michael R. Scott, Federal Coordinating Officer for the Federal Emergency Administration Company (FEMA). "Generally ineligibility may imply that extra information is required before the analysis may be completed or an applicant's status could be changed."
"Appealing a FEMA decision can be certain that flood survivors within the federally declared counties will receive every penny for which they're legally eligible," said Pat Hall, State Coordinating Officer with Iowa Homeland Safety and Emergency Administration Division. "We encourage survivors to take an energetic function in the help registration process."
When appealing, applicants should explain in writing why they suppose the decision about the amount or kind of help they obtained isn't correct. They should confer with their "Assist Catastrophe Help" guide, after which name the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY 1-800-462-7585 for the speech- and listening to-impaired. Candidates can also visit a Catastrophe Restoration Middle to obtain appeal information.
Attraction letters ought to embody the applicant's 9-digit FEMA catastrophe identification registration quantity and the federal catastrophe declaration number, which ought to be included in the ineligibility letter. It is important to have appeal letters postmarked within 60 days of the date on the choice letter.
It is also important to date the enchantment letter and mail it to the next handle:
FEMA - People & Households Program
National Processing Service Heart
P.O. Field 10055
Hyattsville, MD 20782-7055
Fax letters to 1-800-827-8112 with a canopy sheet addressed as follows:
Consideration: FEMA - People & Households Program.
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9/29/2010
9/27/2010
Poverty Rises, Federal Assistance Lessens the Blow
The info launched by the U.S. Census Bureau today offers us a fuller image of the impact of the Nice Recession. It's not shocking that the poverty fee elevated nationally from 13.2 percent in 2008 to 14.three p.c in 2009, to reach the best charge since 1994. Fully, 3.6 million more Individuals have been residing in poverty in 2009. Afterall, the country has experienced a number of the most significant job losses and long run unemployment, which mixed have pushed more Americans into poverty.
The preliminary data at the state degree means that North Carolina has been tougher hit by the Nice Recession than the nation. The state’s median revenue in 2009 dollars declined and poverty increased significantly since 2000, in line with these preliminary estimates. More reliable knowledge for state degree analysis will likely be launched on September 28th.
The clearest message to be taken away from the information right this moment, nevertheless, is that it may have been much worse if not for the Recovery Act and applications like Social Security.
Unemployment benefits in 2009 stored 3.three million Americans out of poverty, in line with analysis by the Heart on Finances and Policy Priorities.
Poverty truly fell for People over age 65. If social safety weren't included in the calculation of poverty, the number of elderly Americans in poverty would enhance by 14 million.
These newest numbers ought to be a clear call to policymakers to proceed to put money into what works to reduce poverty. Programs like social safety and others just like the EITC are essential to minimizing the expansion in economic hardship. And clearly, ongoing help for unemployment benefit extensions below the Recovery Act and job creation efforts should be the precedence shifting forward.
The preliminary data at the state degree means that North Carolina has been tougher hit by the Nice Recession than the nation. The state’s median revenue in 2009 dollars declined and poverty increased significantly since 2000, in line with these preliminary estimates. More reliable knowledge for state degree analysis will likely be launched on September 28th.
The clearest message to be taken away from the information right this moment, nevertheless, is that it may have been much worse if not for the Recovery Act and applications like Social Security.
Unemployment benefits in 2009 stored 3.three million Americans out of poverty, in line with analysis by the Heart on Finances and Policy Priorities.
Poverty truly fell for People over age 65. If social safety weren't included in the calculation of poverty, the number of elderly Americans in poverty would enhance by 14 million.
These newest numbers ought to be a clear call to policymakers to proceed to put money into what works to reduce poverty. Programs like social safety and others just like the EITC are essential to minimizing the expansion in economic hardship. And clearly, ongoing help for unemployment benefit extensions below the Recovery Act and job creation efforts should be the precedence shifting forward.
9/26/2010
Disaster Officials Offer Tips To Speed Assistance
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Release Date: September 16, 2010 Release Number: 1935-018
» More Information on Illinois Severe Storms and Flooding
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. --State and federal disaster officials urge residents and business owners dealing with severe storm damage and loss to adopt a "take-charge" action plan to help themselves recover from disaster.
United States Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) disaster assistance may include grants for rental assistance, essential home repairs and personal property.
Apply now: Don't wait. Residents should apply online at www.disasterassistance.gov or call FEMA's toll-free application line at 1 800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY 1 800-462-7585. Assistance is available in many languages.
Apply, even if damage has been previously reported to others. 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 directly to FEMA for disaster assistance.
Gather information needed. Applicants should have information at hand when they call—current address and phone number, address of the damaged property, Social Security number, information about their income and insurance, and the names of people in their household.
Apply, even if losses are insured. FEMA assistance cannot duplicate insurance benefits, but damages documented in FEMA inspections may be higher than the amount insurance covers.
Return SBA and other forms promptly. The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) loan application is an important part of the FEMA disaster assistance process. If the SBA determines a homeowner or renter cannot afford a loan, that person may be referred back to FEMA for possible further grant consideration.
After applying: Keep appointments. A FEMA-contracted inspector will make an appointment to visit a damaged home. Residents should be at home for the inspection or authorize an adult representative to be there in their place.
FEMA Helpline. Call 1 800-621-FEMA (3362) and use Option 3 to update contact information or change an appointment.
Have realistic expectations. Applicants should not expect disaster assistance to restore property to pre-disaster conditions. The assistance is intended to help make homes safe, secure and functional, and to meet other critical disaster-related needs not covered by insurance to allow long-term recovery to begin.
Read all FEMA letters and documents. Applicants deemed eligible for disaster assistance will receive a letter from FEMA telling them about ways the money can be spent on their recovery. Federal assistance may have to be repaid if it is duplicated by insurance or assistance received from other federal agencies.
Call FEMA at 1 800-621-3362, (TTY) 1 800-422-7585 if there are questions, especially about insurance. If an applicant is deemed ineligible for FEMA assistance, it often means that FEMA just needs more information. Applicants have the right to submit an appeal.
Visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to meet face-to-face with FEMA disaster recovery specialists. Other federal and state disaster recovery information is available in the centers. SBA customer service representatives are available to answer questions about the SBA low-interest disaster loan program and assist with the completion of loan applications that are essential to the FEMA application process.
Rebuild with disaster prevention in mind. Before starting repairs or reconstruction, residents should check with local building officials on required permits and inspections. Mitigation specialists at DRCs can answer questions and provide tips on smart, cost-effective rebuilding techniques.
FEMA's mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.
Release Date: September 16, 2010 Release Number: 1935-018
» More Information on Illinois Severe Storms and Flooding
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. --State and federal disaster officials urge residents and business owners dealing with severe storm damage and loss to adopt a "take-charge" action plan to help themselves recover from disaster.
United States Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) disaster assistance may include grants for rental assistance, essential home repairs and personal property.
Apply now: Don't wait. Residents should apply online at www.disasterassistance.gov or call FEMA's toll-free application line at 1 800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY 1 800-462-7585. Assistance is available in many languages.
Apply, even if damage has been previously reported to others. 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 directly to FEMA for disaster assistance.
Gather information needed. Applicants should have information at hand when they call—current address and phone number, address of the damaged property, Social Security number, information about their income and insurance, and the names of people in their household.
Apply, even if losses are insured. FEMA assistance cannot duplicate insurance benefits, but damages documented in FEMA inspections may be higher than the amount insurance covers.
Return SBA and other forms promptly. The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) loan application is an important part of the FEMA disaster assistance process. If the SBA determines a homeowner or renter cannot afford a loan, that person may be referred back to FEMA for possible further grant consideration.
After applying: Keep appointments. A FEMA-contracted inspector will make an appointment to visit a damaged home. Residents should be at home for the inspection or authorize an adult representative to be there in their place.
FEMA Helpline. Call 1 800-621-FEMA (3362) and use Option 3 to update contact information or change an appointment.
Have realistic expectations. Applicants should not expect disaster assistance to restore property to pre-disaster conditions. The assistance is intended to help make homes safe, secure and functional, and to meet other critical disaster-related needs not covered by insurance to allow long-term recovery to begin.
Read all FEMA letters and documents. Applicants deemed eligible for disaster assistance will receive a letter from FEMA telling them about ways the money can be spent on their recovery. Federal assistance may have to be repaid if it is duplicated by insurance or assistance received from other federal agencies.
Call FEMA at 1 800-621-3362, (TTY) 1 800-422-7585 if there are questions, especially about insurance. If an applicant is deemed ineligible for FEMA assistance, it often means that FEMA just needs more information. Applicants have the right to submit an appeal.
Visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to meet face-to-face with FEMA disaster recovery specialists. Other federal and state disaster recovery information is available in the centers. SBA customer service representatives are available to answer questions about the SBA low-interest disaster loan program and assist with the completion of loan applications that are essential to the FEMA application process.
Rebuild with disaster prevention in mind. Before starting repairs or reconstruction, residents should check with local building officials on required permits and inspections. Mitigation specialists at DRCs can answer questions and provide tips on smart, cost-effective rebuilding techniques.
FEMA's mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.
9/24/2010
Regina's PDAP application approved
The Metropolis of Regina’s utility for Provincial Catastrophe Help has been approved.
Via the Provincial Disaster Help Program, Regina residents who suffered un-insurable losses from heavy rains June 24 and September 5 and 6 can apply for financial assistance.
Residents should contact their insurance coverage provider first, and if their claim is denied, a letter is required which states insurance coverage will not be obtainable for the damage.
The City of Regina suggests documenting any work that has been accomplished to fix the damage as a way to present proof of loss and repair. Pictures are a good factor to include. A PDAP adjuster will review the claim.
Kinds can be found at City Corridor, Regina Hearth Stations and at regina.ca.
A neighborhood assembly might be held Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at the South Leisure Centre. Representatives from the City of Regina, PDAP, Red Cross and Setting Well being will likely be accessible to answer questions.
Via the Provincial Disaster Help Program, Regina residents who suffered un-insurable losses from heavy rains June 24 and September 5 and 6 can apply for financial assistance.
Residents should contact their insurance coverage provider first, and if their claim is denied, a letter is required which states insurance coverage will not be obtainable for the damage.
The City of Regina suggests documenting any work that has been accomplished to fix the damage as a way to present proof of loss and repair. Pictures are a good factor to include. A PDAP adjuster will review the claim.
Kinds can be found at City Corridor, Regina Hearth Stations and at regina.ca.
A neighborhood assembly might be held Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at the South Leisure Centre. Representatives from the City of Regina, PDAP, Red Cross and Setting Well being will likely be accessible to answer questions.
9/23/2010
Deadline for flood victims to file for assistance with FEMA is just days away
The FEMA deadline for flood victims is just days away.
More than 15 million dollars has been permitted to this point and flood victims have till Tuesday to register.
The 2 FEMA catastrophe restoration facilities in Pike County are closing for good proper now.
FEMA representatives are closing up shop at the disaster restoration facilities, however there was a surge of people before the doors closed.
FEMA staff helped flood victims up until the final minute at the two Catastrophe Restoration Centers.
David McCracken is just one who made a last minute cease on the Heart in Coon Creek earlier than it shut down for good.
“I had to get a examine signed and notarized by the SBA, David McCracken said.
FEMA Officers say greater than 100 folks visited the 2 facilities this week.
Although the facilities are closed, FEMA registration is open just a few more days. Tuesday is the deadline.
FEMA officials encourage flood victims who have not signed as much as apply, irrespective of how small the damage.
FEMA has already approved greater than 15 million dollars in help for the 2,500 people who have utilized so far.
Those that registered can amend their utility for up to 18 months.
The phone number to register is 1-800-621-FEMA.
More than 15 million dollars has been permitted to this point and flood victims have till Tuesday to register.
The 2 FEMA catastrophe restoration facilities in Pike County are closing for good proper now.
FEMA representatives are closing up shop at the disaster restoration facilities, however there was a surge of people before the doors closed.
FEMA staff helped flood victims up until the final minute at the two Catastrophe Restoration Centers.
David McCracken is just one who made a last minute cease on the Heart in Coon Creek earlier than it shut down for good.
“I had to get a examine signed and notarized by the SBA, David McCracken said.
FEMA Officers say greater than 100 folks visited the 2 facilities this week.
Although the facilities are closed, FEMA registration is open just a few more days. Tuesday is the deadline.
FEMA officials encourage flood victims who have not signed as much as apply, irrespective of how small the damage.
FEMA has already approved greater than 15 million dollars in help for the 2,500 people who have utilized so far.
Those that registered can amend their utility for up to 18 months.
The phone number to register is 1-800-621-FEMA.
9/21/2010
Flooding assistance deadline nears
Residents and enterprise house owners hit by summer flooding in six japanese Kentucky counties are approaching a deadline to use for presidency assistance.
The Federal Emergency Administration Company has set a deadline of Sept. 21 for individuals who suffered losses in the July storms. It is also the deadline to use for a Small Business Administration catastrophe loan.
FEMA says in an announcement that thus far 2,400 folks in the six counties have registered for help, and more than $14 million has been permitted in grants and loans for Kentuckians affected by the storms.
The counties are Carter, Lewis, Madison, Mason, Pike and Rowan.
The Federal Emergency Administration Company has set a deadline of Sept. 21 for individuals who suffered losses in the July storms. It is also the deadline to use for a Small Business Administration catastrophe loan.
FEMA says in an announcement that thus far 2,400 folks in the six counties have registered for help, and more than $14 million has been permitted in grants and loans for Kentuckians affected by the storms.
The counties are Carter, Lewis, Madison, Mason, Pike and Rowan.
India to provide all assistance to filmmaker Vijay Kumar
India at this time stated it has offered to provide all possible assistance to Indian filmmaker Vijay Kumar who it maintained was questioned allegedly for need of applicable documentation and not put under detention in Canada.
"It's understood that Vijay Kumar flew into Vancouver from Houston on 16th September. The Canadian Border Companies Agency (CBSA) has knowledgeable Excessive Fee of India, Ottawa, that he was questioned allegedly for need of acceptable documentation and that he is not underneath detention," an official statement stated in New Delhi.
The External Affairs Ministry stated the Consulate General of India (CGI) in Vancouver can be in contact with CBSA and Baldev Singh Sandhu, Attorney of Vijay Kumar.
However, Sandhu, citing 'lawyer-consumer relationship' and Canadian Privacy legal guidelines, has declined to share any details about the status, location or plans of Vijay Kumar, the Ministry said, including CGI has provided to provide all potential help, if required, to Sandhu.
"It's understood that Vijay Kumar flew into Vancouver from Houston on 16th September. The Canadian Border Companies Agency (CBSA) has knowledgeable Excessive Fee of India, Ottawa, that he was questioned allegedly for need of acceptable documentation and that he is not underneath detention," an official statement stated in New Delhi.
The External Affairs Ministry stated the Consulate General of India (CGI) in Vancouver can be in contact with CBSA and Baldev Singh Sandhu, Attorney of Vijay Kumar.
However, Sandhu, citing 'lawyer-consumer relationship' and Canadian Privacy legal guidelines, has declined to share any details about the status, location or plans of Vijay Kumar, the Ministry said, including CGI has provided to provide all potential help, if required, to Sandhu.
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