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#Florida: We are seeking residential properties to temporarily house people displaced by hurricanes #Helene and #Milton. Property managers and owners, join our virtual informational session TOMORROW, Nov. 21 at 1 p.m. ET, to learn more. Register today at https://go.dhs.gov/UhP. For questions, email [email protected]. For more information on doing business with FEMA, visit https://go.dhs.gov/UhA.

Join us and the U.S. Small Business Administration on December 10, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. EDT, for the fourth session of the Small Business Disaster Preparedness Series. This quarter’s session, Disaster Response: Small Business Resources, Insurance, and Claims, will focus on the disaster claims process for small businesses after a disaster. If your small business is interested in attending, please register here: https://lnkd.in/efzPsByN. We hope to see you there!

Our non-profit and faith-based partners are vital to disaster response and recovery, helping thousands of survivors. Together their colored shirts form a tapestry of hope, each bringing unique skills and shared purpose. From the time #Helene and #Milton made landfall through the end of October, here is a quick glance at some examples of disaster relief and community support by: ??Tzu Chi USA: Distributed $2M in cash cards and 1,500 blankets to 2,000+ families in NC and FL. Samaritan’s Purse: Completed 350 air missions, reaching 160 communities across 17 counties, providing critical supplies such as medical kits, generators, fuel, food and water. ?? Team Rubicon: 929 volunteers across five states, assisting 767 individuals with expedient home repair and debris removal. ?? IT Disaster Resource Center: Operational across 71 counties in six states providing technical assistance, WiFi hotspots and charging stations. ?? Mennonite Disaster Service: Completed 95 debris cleanups in NC, improving road access for safety.

?? Job Announcement ?? Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Office of Chief Counsel ?? Position Title: Attorney-Advisor ?? Duty Station: FEMA Headquarters, Washington, DC ?? Grade: GS-14/15 Join FEMA’s Office of Chief Counsel and contribute to impactful work supporting disaster response, recovery, and resilience across the nation. ?? Important: Please carefully review the Position Description, Required Qualifications, and Application Instructions before applying to ensure your application aligns with the requirements. ? Apply Now and take the next step in your career! #FEMA #AttorneyAdvisor #Hiring #FederalJobs

?? #SouthCarolina: We're hiring! We're seeking dedicated individuals to join the Helene recovery efforts in South Carolina. A wide range of skills and expertise are needed, including: ?? Civil Rights Specialist ?? Disability Integration Advisor ?? Environmental & Historic Preservation ?? External Affairs ?? Hazard Mitigation ?? Information Technology Specialist ?? Interagency Recovery Coordination ?? Logistics Specialist ?? Public Assistance Benefits include sick leave, health insurance, and up to 11 paid holidays. To apply, visit USAJobs.gov, search for “FEMA, Local Hire,” and select "South Carolina" as your location. More info here: https://go.dhs.gov/Unw

We are seeing many comments regarding a situation in Florida in which a FEMA employee had instructed survivor assistance team members to avoid certain homes based on political lawn signs. The employee has been fired as these actions do NOT represent FEMA’s core values and principles. Additional FEMA teams have been sent to the affected area to ensure every home was reached for assistance. We are holding trainings this week for field staff to reinforce our mission and commitment to helping all people, regardless of political affiliation. A thorough internal investigation is being conducted and we have also referred this to the Office of Special Counsel. While we believe this was an isolated incident, we are taking steps to prevent this from happening ever again. Read Administrator Criswell’s statement from Saturday, 11/9: https://lnkd.in/epKBNqt2

Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, and Tennessee residents: Are you ready to make a lasting impact on your community after the recent storms? We are hiring across affected states to help survivors recover. Local hire employees aid in the recovery process of their communities. These are 120-day appointments and may be extended based on the needs of the disaster. Apply today: https://go.dhs.gov/Umt Learn more about local hire positions: https://lnkd.in/eWhtJy6w Hear from Latosha on her experience working with FEMA. ??

Our FEMA family has the distinct honor to call many of America’s veterans our colleagues. Every day, the work we do is enhanced by the experiences & qualities these veterans bring to our agency. On Veterans Day, we thank them for their commitments, sacrifices, & service.

Nearly 16% of our FEMA family is made up of veterans. This #VeteransDay, we honor those who have chosen to continue their commitment to service through emergency management. We express gratitude for all veterans—at FEMA & in communities across the nation.

It’s been one month since Hurricane #Milton made landfall in Florida. We remain focused on the recovery of all affected communities for as long as it takes. Learn more in our latest press release: https://lnkd.in/esix7wCb