Florida officials are backing President Trump's idea to 'get rid of FEMA'

A proposal to eliminate the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is gaining ground. Some officials in Florida are backing the idea as they believe it would give states more control over disaster relief efforts.....MORE

Report: FEMA officials ordered workers to avoid Trump homes

There are increasing demands for answers after a FEMA official allegedly told a disaster response team to avoid homes that had a flag or signs showing support for Donald Trump.....MORE

The free Blue Roof program provides plastic sheeting to protect storm-damaged roofs in Hillsborough County until permanent repairs can be made

Residents in Hillsborough County may be eligible for Operation Blue Roof. Operation Blue Roof provides a temporary covering of blue plastic sheeting to help reduce further damage to property until permanent repairs can be made.

The free program is offered by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and is eligible to homeowners and landlords.

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Floridians May be Eligible for Transitional Sheltering in Hotels

FEMA has activated Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) for Floridians displaced by Hurricane Helene or Hurricane Milton in 52 counties and for tribal members of the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians.

Residents in these counties who have applied for disaster assistance may be eligible to stay temporarily in a hotel or motel paid for by FEMA.

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FEMA Assistance Available In Florida For Hurricane-Impacted Families, Regardless Of Immigration Status

FEMA is committed to helping all eligible Florida households recover from the recent hurricanes, including those with mixed immigration status. As long as one member of the household is a U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, or qualified non-citizen, the family can apply for FEMA assistance.....MORE

FEMA inspectors, staff a welcome sight in Tampa Bay areas flooded by Idalia, homeowner says

The Federal Disaster Relief Fund Is Running Out of Money

The account run by the Federal Emergency Management Agency covering emergency aid for disasters is projected to have a $4.8 billion shortfall by the end of the month. But replenishing the fund is proving to be politically challenging.....MORE