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| Dec 5, 2024 | Disaster Recovery Centers in Va. will Permanently Close on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. | BRISTOL, Va.— Southwest Virginia Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) will permanently close at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7.
If you have questions about your application for FEMA disaster assistance, you can still receive help.
Call the FEMA Hel... |
| Nov 29, 2024 | One Day Left for Hurricane Helene Survivors in Va. to Apply for FEMA Assistance | BRISTOL, Va.— Tomorrow is the final day for Virginians in Bedford, Bland, Carroll, Giles, Grayson, Lee, Montgomery, Pittsylvania, Pulaski, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise and Wythe counties and cities of Galax and Radford ... |
| Nov 25, 2024 | One Week Left for Hurricane Helene Survivors in Va. to Apply for FEMA Assistance | BRISTOL, Va.— Individuals and households in Bedford, Bland, Carroll, Giles, Grayson, Lee, Montgomery, Pittsylvania, Pulaski, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise and Wythe counties and cities of Galax and Radford who were affec... |
| Nov 25, 2024 | FEMA Encourages Virginians to Build Back Stronger and Prepare for the Future | BRISTOL, Va.—If you live in Virginia, there are resources and funding available to help you protect your home from future flooding and storms.
FEMA Creates Phone Hotline with Home Rebuilding Tips
Do you need information as you’re rebuilding... |
| Nov 20, 2024 | Hurricane Helene Survivors in Va. May Be Eligible for Reimbursement for Damage-Related Home Repairs | BRISTOL, Va.— If you completed home repairs due to damage from Hurricane Helene in Virginia, FEMA may be able to reimburse you.
Submit receipts to FEMA for home repair work not covered by insurance or other sources. FEMA may be able to reim... |
| Nov 19, 2024 | FEMA Encourages Hurricane Helene Survivors to Check Your Furnace and Appliances as Winter Comes | BRISTOL, Va.— Winter is on its way to the Blue Ridge Mountains. As temperatures continue to drop, take this time to check your heating system, water heater, furnace, and other electrical appliances that might have been damaged by Hurricane ... |
| Nov 9, 2024 | You Can Appeal Your FEMA Decision | BRISTOL, Va.— If you’ve recently received a determination letter from FEMA regarding your disaster assistance application and you disagree with the decision or assistance amount, don’t worry—you have the right to appeal.
Appeals are a commo... |
| Nov 8, 2024 | Disaster Recovery Center in Giles County Will Be Temporarily Closed Nov. 9 | BRISTOL, Va.– The Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) in Giles County will be temporarily closed on Saturday, November 9, 2024, for a pre-scheduled event. The center will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024.
Disaster survivors can visit a... |
| Nov 8, 2024 | Agriculture Recovery Resource Days Scheduled in Additional Southwest Virginia Counties | BRISTOL, Va.— Commonwealth, federal, local, and nonprofit agencies are coming together to hold Agricultural Recovery Resource Days, where staff from over 15 participating organizations share resources with farmers and agribusinesses impacte... |
| Nov 2, 2024 | Disaster Recovery Center Updates in Southwest Virginia | BRISTOL, Va.– A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open in Duffield, Va. at the Pioneer Center at 225 Boone Trail Road, Duffield, VA 24244 on Tuesday, November 5, at 8 a.m. This will be the tenth DRC to open in the impacted area.
The Pulas... |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Upcoming Agriculture Recovery Resource Days in Southwest Virginia | BRISTOL, Va.— Commonwealth, federal, local and nonprofit agencies are coming together to hold Agricultural Recovery Resource Days, where staff from over 15 participating organizations share resources with farmers and agribusinesses impacted... |
| Nov 1, 2024 | How to Appeal a FEMA Individual Assistance Decision | BRISTOL, Va.— FEMA’s first decision may not be the final decision; all Virginians that applied for Individual Assistance from FEMA may not be approved the first time they apply, but there are opportunities to appeal FEMA’s decision. All app... |
| Oct 27, 2024 | FEMA Assistance Now Available for Additional Virginia Counties | Bristol, Va. — The major disaster declaration for the Commonwealth of Virginia for Tropical Storm Helene was amended on Oct. 25, approving Individual Assistance for eligible residents of Lee County and Public Assistance under Categories A-G... |
| Oct 27, 2024 | Disaster Recovery Center in Pembroke, Va. Will Open Oct. 28 | BRISTOL, Va.– A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will be opening in Pembroke, Va. at 120 Pembroke Park Lane Pembroke, VA 24136 on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, at 8 a.m. Disaster survivors can visit any DRC to receive assistance. This will be the se... |
| Oct 24, 2024 | Agriculture Recovery Resource Day to Take Place in Grayson County, Va., on Oct. 29 | BRISTOL, Va.— Helene caused over $159 million in agricultural damage and farm losses in southwest Virginia, according to a recent assessment by the Virginia Cooperative Extension. Commonwealth, federal and local agencies will be coming toge... |
| Oct 24, 2024 | FEMA Administrator Checks on Recovery Efforts in Georgia, Meets with State and Local Officials as Hurricane Helene Recovery Continues Throughout the Southeast | More than 141,000 Georgia households have been approved for $156 million in FEMA housing and other types of assistance
FEMA Administrator to travel to South Carolina on Thursday, October 24 to check on long-term recovery
WASHINGTON – Today,... |
| Oct 23, 2024 | Disaster Recovery Center in Wytheville, Va. Will Open Oct. 23 | BRISTOL, Va.– A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will be opening in at the Heritage Preservation Center at 115 West Spiller Street in Wytheville, Va. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, at 8 a.m. Disaster survivors can visit any DRC to receive assis... |
| Oct 21, 2024 | Visit a Disaster Recovery Center in Virginia | BRISTOL, Va.—If you were affected by Tropical Storm Helene, visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to apply for assistance and learn about resources from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, the commonwealth of Virginia, and other organ... |
| Oct 18, 2024 | FEMA Providing Financial Support for Survivors and Communities as Hurricane Response and Recovery Efforts Continue | The Biden-Harris Administration has approved more than $1.8 billion in federal assistance for individuals and communities affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell continues to lead the federal response, w... |
| Oct 18, 2024 | Disaster Assistance for Virginia Survivors Tops $5 Million | BRISTOL, Va.— More than $5 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for homeowners and renters in Virginia following the impacts of Tropical Storm Helene.
This milestone is accompanied by other important moments in disaster ... |
| Oct 16, 2024 | Federal Agencies Working Together in Multimillion-Dollar Mission to Remove Debris in Virginia | BRISTOL, Va.— Tropical Storm Helene devastated communities throughout southwestern Virginia. Since then, federal agencies have been working with Commonwealth and local partners to address communities’ needs and help individuals on their jou... |
| Oct 14, 2024 | FEMA Individual Assistance Now Available for Virginians in Scott County | BRISTOL, Va. — Residents of Scott County, Virginia are now eligible to apply for assistance from FEMA under the Individual Assistance Program. FEMA assistance can help with costs from damage and losses due to Tropical Storm Helene.
Resident... |
| Oct 12, 2024 | All Virginia Disaster Recovery Centers, Including New Center in Pulaski, Will Be Open Monday, Oct. 14 | BRISTOL, Va.– A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will be opening at New River Valley Fairgrounds in Pulaski County at 5581 Fair Grounds Circle in Dublin, Va., on Monday, Oct. 14, at 8 a.m.
The center is located at:
Pulaski County
New River Va... |
| Oct 12, 2024 | Biden-Harris Administration Approves $441 Million to Helene Survivors, and $349 Million in Funding to Support Communities, As President Biden Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Florida Following Hurricane Milton | WASHINGTON – FEMA remains fully committed to assisting survivors affected by Helene and Milton as response teams work tirelessly to address immediate needs. Yesterday, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell returned to North Carolina to oversee... |
| Oct 11, 2024 | FEMA Public Assistance Funding Authorized for Virginia Communities to Restore Permanent Infrastructure | BRISTOL, Va.— The Public Assistance Program is FEMA’s largest grant program, providing funding to assist states, federally recognized tribal governments, U.S. territories, local governments and certain types of private nonprofits. Public As... |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Biden-Harris Administration Provides More than $408 million to Helene Survivors, Continues to Support Recovery Efforts Across the Southeast in Response to Hurricanes Milton and Helene | Administrator Criswell met with local officials today in Florida on Hurricane Milton, and will travel back to North Carolina tonight to aid with ongoing recovery efforts for Hurricane Helene
FEMA senior officials remain on the ground and em... |
| Oct 11, 2024 | Disaster Assistance for Virginia Survivors of Tropical Storm Helene Tops $2 Million | BRISTOL, Va.— More than $2 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for homeowners and renters in Virginia following the impacts of Tropical Storm Helene.
“We know that many Virginians have been impacted by Helene, and we ar... |
| Oct 10, 2024 | Disaster Recovery Center in Independence, Va. Will Open Oct. 10 | BRISTOL, Va.– A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will be opening in Grayson County at 578 East Main Street in Independence, Va., tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 10, at 8 a.m.
The center is located at:
Grayson County
Guynn Shopping Center
578 East Ma... |
| Oct 10, 2024 | Disaster Recovery Center in Tazewell, Va. will Open on Oct. 11 | BRISTOL, Va.– A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will be opening in Tazewell County at the County Administration Building at 197 Main Street in Tazewell, Va. Friday, Oct. 11, at 8 a.m.
The center is located at:
Tazewell County
County Administ... |
| Oct 7, 2024 | As Federal Assistance for Hurricane Helene Exceeds $210 Million, FEMA Prepares for Dual Response with Hurricane Milton Strengthening as it Moves Toward Gulf Coast of Florida | FEMA Prepares for Hurricane Milton While Continuing to Mobilize Federal Resources for Helene Survivors
WASHINGTON -- Federal support for survivors of Hurricane Helene has now surpassed $210 million, reflecting the Biden-Harris Administratio... |
| Oct 7, 2024 | In Photos: Commonwealth of Virginia and FEMA Working Together to Support Recovery for Helene Survivors | Richmond, Va.— In partnership with the Commonwealth of Virginia, FEMA is on the ground working in Virginia communities that were impacted by Hurricane Helene.
On Friday, Oct. 3, FEMA leadership, including Federal Coordinating Officer Timoth... |
| Oct 6, 2024 | Protect Your Identity. Be Alert to Fraud and Scams. | BRISTOL, Va.— After a natural disaster, it is important to protect yourself against fraud and identity theft. In some cases, criminals may try to get information by pretending to be disaster workers. Scam artists may try to apply for FEMA a... |
| Oct 6, 2024 | Federal Assistance for Hurricane Helene Survivors Surpasses $137 Million as Biden-Harris Administration Continues Response and Recovery Efforts in Southeast and Closely Monitors Storm in the Gulf | WASHINGTON -- FEMA continues its robust response and recovery efforts in the Southeast following the devastation caused by Helene. Federal assistance for survivors has now surpassed $137 million, with FEMA’s mission remaining steadfast in h... |
| Oct 5, 2024 | Disaster Recovery Center in Damascus, Va. will Open on Oct. 7 | BRISTOL, Va.– A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will be opening in Washington County at 736 North Beaver Dam Avenue on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024 at 8 a.m. Disaster survivors residing in Galax as well as Giles, Grayson, Montgomery, Pulaski, Smyth,... |
| Oct 5, 2024 | FEMA Assistance Now Available for More Virginians | Richmond, Va. — Residents of Montgomery and Pulaski Counties are now eligible to apply for assistance from FEMA to help with costs from damage and losses due to Hurricane Helene beginning September 25, 2024.
Residents of Galax and Giles, Gr... |
| Oct 5, 2024 | As Biden-Harris Administration Continues Search and Rescue, Response and Recovery Efforts Across Southeast, Federal Aid for Survivors Surpasses $110 Million | WASHINGTON -- As response and recovery efforts continue across the Southeast in the wake of Hurricane Helene, FEMA remains committed to ensuring that survivors receive accurate information on federal assistance. The agency is actively worki... |
| Jul 5, 2023 | AMA demonstrates Autonomous Surface Vehicle for port security project sponsored by VIPC, VISA and VDEM | AMA's Josh Baptist and Brian Terry demonstrate autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) capabilities.
The ASV can autonomously patrol a designated area during emergencies, detecting hazards and capturing data to secure the Port of Virginia and Hamp... |
| Jun 21, 2023 | Sentinel Robotics Solutions demonstrates communications network for UAS project sponsored by VIPC, VISA and VDEM | IP-based mesh communications network increases real-time situational awareness in the complex urban and maritime settings at the Port of Virginia.
The technology is a force multiplier that provides secure communication and mobile-autonomous... |
| Dec 5, 2022 | Unmanned Systems for Port Security and Emergency Response Project in Hampton Roads Expands with Three More Companies | Virginia Department of Emergency Management joins the VIPC and the Virginia Institute of Spaceflight and Autonomy (VISA) to support technology demonstrations.
The Port of Virginia and the surrounding area in Hampton Roads are integral to in... |
| Jan 28, 2022 | Major winter storm could develop into bomb cyclone, slamming Northeast with hurricane-force winds and heavy snow this weekend | A major winter storm with the potential for hurricane-force winds and heavy snow is threatening to slam the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic this weekend. The quickly-intensifying winter storm could develop into a Nor'easter, and possibly a bomb ... |