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WASHINGTON — FEMA announced today that in-person training will resume at three national schoolhouses in early June—the Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP) in Anniston, Ala., the National Fire Academy (NFA) and the National Disaster and Emergency Management University (NDEMU) in Emmitsburg, Md.  

In-person training was paused in March of 2025 following President Trump’s Executive Order 14222, Implementing the President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Cost Efficiency Initiative to ensure alignment with the Administration’s priority of good use of taxpayer funds.    

Following a comprehensive review by FEMA and the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), it was determined certain courses provide effective training to enhance national readiness for state, local, tribal and territorial emergency managers, first responders and local leaders. FEMA’s principles for emergency management assert that disasters are best managed when they’re federally supported, state managed and locally executed. 

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LITTLE ROCK – If you live in Greene, Hot Spring, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp and Stone counties and were affected by the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 14-15, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance.

How To Apply for FEMA AssistanceHome Inspections

Within 10 days after applying, a FEMA inspector may contact you to schedule an appointment. To be prepared for the visit, please have the following available:

Photo identification.Proof that you owned or occupied the house at the time of the disaster.Receipts for home repairs or replacement of damaged items.Pictures of any damage that may now be repaired.

For an accessible video on FEMA home inspections, go to FEMA Accessible: Home Inspections.

Your Determination Letter

Within 10 days after the inspector’s visit, you will receive a letter in the mail or via email explaining your application status and how to respond. This is your determination letter. The letter will explain whether FEMA has approved you for assistance, how much, and how the assistance must be used.

If your letter says you’re not approved, it does not mean you’re denied. You may need to submit additional information or supporting documentation. The letter will explain how to appeal the decision if you do not agree with it. For an overview of the appeal process, visit How Do I Appeal the Final Decision? | FEMA.gov.

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LOS ANGELES – The two Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) for the Los Angeles Wildfires are permanently closing Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 4 p.m. and federal resources will be transitioning to new locations.

Current DRC Locations and Hours

UCLA Research Park West 
10850 West Pico Blvd. 
Los Angeles, CA 90064 
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Altadena Disaster Recovery Center
540 West Woodbury Rd. 
Altadena, CA 91001 
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Small Business Administration (SBA) will be transitioning from the current DRC locations to county and city run facilities. Federal resources will be available at their new locations beginning Monday, June 2, 2025.

Services Will Continue at:

One Stop Rebuilding Center
1828 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025 
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed weekends.

Altadena Community Center
730 E. Altadena Dr.
Altadena, CA 91001
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed weekends.

If you applied for FEMA assistance, it’s important to stay in touch with FEMA to track and update your application should you receive an insurance settlement or denial and as your situation changes to work through any approval processes. FEMA representatives can explain available assistance programs and help you with resources for your recovery needs.

Rental Assistance is available for eligible individuals and families who were displaced by the wildfires. If you were displaced and need assistance covering housing

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Because of weather, the FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in McDowell County is closing at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

Center information: 

McDowell County Disaster Recovery Center

Bradshaw Town Hall

10002 Marshall Hwy

Bradshaw, WV 24817

Normal hours of operation:

Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closing Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.

Survivors do not have to visit a disaster center to communicate with FEMA. They can call 800-621-3362 (FEMA). The toll-free telephone line operates from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service. They can also go online to DisasterAssistance.gov or download the FEMA app on their smartphone.

If you have received a letter from FEMA about your application status, contact FEMA to learn more about next steps.  Staff can help you submit additional information or supporting documentation for FEMA to continue to process your application and answer any questions you may have.

For more information on West Virginia’s disaster recovery, visit emd.wv.gov, West Virginia Emergency Management Division Facebook page, www.fema.gov/disaster/4861 and www.facebook.com/FEMA.

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