State lawmakers calling for FEMA review of flood insurance
A few years ago, FEMA came up with what’s called Risk 2.0. It assesses risk and premiums for the National Flood Insurance Program. Mississippi’s two senators, Roger…
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President Trump proposes ‘getting rid of FEMA’ while visiting North Carolina
By WILL WEISSERT and CHRIS MEGERIAN Updated 10:58 AM CST, January 24, 2025 FLETCHER, N.C. (AP) — President Donald Trump said he was considering “getting rid of FEMA” as he visited hurricane-battered North Carolina on Friday during the first trip of his second term. The comment, made…
FEMA sticking with decision on Long Beach Harbor
The City of Long Beach announced a judge’s decision on the rebuilding of its harbor this morning. Mayor George Bass said in a press conference Friday morning that FEMA is sticking with the decision they originally made. Mayor Bass said…
Long Beach to announce FEMA decision on harbor case
The City of Long Beach is holding a press conference Friday morning to announce FEMA’s response to the Long Beach Harbor arbitration case. The announcement will be made at 10 a.m. in the Long Beach City Hall meeting room. Long…
Biloxi's Katrina infrastructure repair ongoing, but nearing completion, 19 years later
Hurricane Katrina may have been nearly 19 years ago, but cities are still recovering from its destruction. I spoke with Mayor FoFo Gilich about Biloxi's Hurricane Katrina infrastructure repair program to see…
FEMA’s disaster fund is out of money
As another hurricane bears down on U.S. territories, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Tuesday its disaster fund has run out of money. The agency’s administrator says for now, FEMA will only provide funding for immediate needs and is hoping…
FEMA and MEMA open disaster center in Hancock County
Relief is on the way for those in Hancock County following those damaging April storms. FEMA and MEMA officials have set up a disaster center at the Hancock County Tax…
MEMA, FEMA open Disaster Recovery Center in Hancock County
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency and FEMA have opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Hancock County to help survivors affected by the April 8-11, severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding. The center is located at the Hancock County Tax…
"It's on FEMA.": Long Beach makes last effort to save harbor after FEMA denial
It's been nearly four years since Hurricane Zeta surprised the coast with its power and wiped out multiple piers -- including Long…
Governor Reeves Requests FEMA Individual Assistance for Six Counties Following April Storms
PEARL, Miss. (MEMA) – Governor Tate Reeves announced today that he is requesting Individual Assistance from FEMA for six counties impacted by the severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, and tornadoes from April 8 – April 11, 2024. During that timeframe,…
Ezell asks FEMA to adopt new flood maps
Congressman Mike Ezell and the rest of the Mississippi Delegation asked FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell to consider updated flood maps for South Mississippi. Ezell asked Criswell about the…
Federal funding needed to work on upgrades for Long Beach Harbor
The mayor of Long Beach, who says he’s frustrated with federal agencies, will once again travel to Washington to fight for the completion of upgrades…
MEMA District 9 Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan for 2023 will be presented at Biloxi City Council meeting
The City of Biloxi has completed the planning process to update its Hazard Mitigation/Floodplain Management Plan. The process involved identifying the policies, activities and tools necessary for implementing actions that will reduce or eliminate risks to life and property from…
Spring Towards Preparedness: Stay Safe from Flooding, Thunderstorms, and Lightning
ATLANTA – Springtime weather brings warmer temperatures and flowers, but also a higher likelihood of severe storms coming through your neighborhood or flood waters running down your streets. You can find specific flooding and thunderstorm preparedness activities and information by downloading…
Deadline Extended to Apply for FEMA’s Youth Preparedness Council
ATLANTA – Students in 8th to 11th grade who have a passion for disaster preparedness and community service are encouraged to apply prior to the March 8 deadline. Teens from communities across the Southeast may now apply for FEMA’s national Youth Preparedness…
FEMA taking applicants for Youth Preparedness Council
FEMA is accepting Youth Preparedness Council applications from students grades 8 through 11. The council is open to any student who wants to make a positive impact on…
Deadline for FEMA is tonight
The FEMA deadline for Jackson County residents is today, it isn't too late to apply! The Small Business Administration also announced today, it is permanently closing its business recovery centers at Moss Point…
Deadline for FEMA disaster assistance is October 11th
MADISON, Miss.- Renters and homeowners in Jackson and Jasper counties who were affected by the June 14-19 tornadoes and severe storms have time to apply for assistance. Oct.…
Update on FEMA assistance in City of Moss Point
Since the June tornado, FEMA has approved more than $1.5 million in grants to homeowners and renters in the City of Moss Point. $1.3 million of that…
FEMA teams up with Home Depot to offer storm tips
FEMA is offering advice for disaster preparedness and disaster relief application help at the Home Depot in Biloxi. The FEMA Mobile Recovery Unit closed today in Moss Point, but if…
FEMA Unemployment Disaster Assistance deadline Friday
Tomorrow is the last day to apply for FEMA unemployment benefits if you live in Moss Point. The deadline to apply for FEMA unemployment assistance in the City of Moss…
Mobile Recovery Unit in Jackson County Closing Friday
Madison, Miss. – The mobile recovery unit operated by FEMA and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) in Jackson County is closing permanently on Friday, Sept. 15, at 5 p.m. The unit is operating 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the…
FEMA Disaster Funding Update: $1.7 million distributed to homeowners
FEMA is giving an update on tornado recovery money that has been awarded so far in two Mississippi counties. This money has been distributed in Jasper County…
FEMA approves twelve additional counties for public assistance for June 14-19 severe weather and tornadoes
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Reeves today announced that FEMA approved Mississippi’s request for additional counties to receive public assistance following June tornadoes and severe weather (DR-4727-MS). Throughout the week of June 14-19, 2023, Mississippi experienced a record-setting 18 tornadoes (19…