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Federal Emergency Management Agency was founded on April 1, 1979
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History of Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Helped combat wildfire devastation since 1988
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1) Building Code Enforcement
2) Innovative Floodplain Management
3) Innovation in Disaster Resistant Growth
4) Community Outreach and Risk Education
5) Comprehensive Mitigation Planning FEMA wons these awards after 65th anniversary. -
10 years later and still rebuilding after utter devastation in new orleans and east coast sectors from Hurricane Katrina.
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Fema operated laundry services for 554 loads of laundry, distributed 5,779 meals to survivors, provided 575 meals to volunteer rebuilders, moved 500 pounds of materials and supplies, etc.
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The National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program: FEMA Accomplishments in Year of 2011
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FEMA Corps teams have provided 521,502 hours of Hurricane Sandy assistance for the survivors of Sandy.
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FEMA conducted 7,139 home assessments, completed 1,604 status inquires, provided information to 3,720 people, made 989 referrals to voluntary agencies, and visited 783 businesses.
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Improved living conditions among those who were affected. Rebuilt the majority of damaged structures and roadways. Provided aid to those in need. Established a permit FEMA office location in Centennial, CO.
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FEMA helped with Hurricane Matthew. Provided relief. The hardest hit, Kennedy Home in Kinston, sustained at least $1.5 million in damage affecting 18 out of 24 buildings.
https://www.fema.gov/hurricane-matthew
