daunting task. But with the right information, homeowners can build back in
a way that reduces the likelihood of future damage. Mitigation specialists
from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be demonstrating
building techniques and offering free professional advice in area building
supply stores.
The schedule is listed below:
May 18-20, 2008
9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday-Tuesday
Home Depot
555 Going Road
Cabot, AR
9 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday
Lowe’s of Russellville
3011 Parkway East
Russellville, AR
(Pope County)
May 19-24, 2008
7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
7 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday
National Home Center
747 South 7th St.
Heber Springs, AR
(Cleburne County)
Arkansans who are repairing or rebuilding from recent floods are facing many
choices-and opportunities-regarding how they put the pieces of their homes
and lives back together.
Mitigation information is helpful to everyone, not just the victims of
flooding. The mitigation specialists can also provide information regarding
the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). State and federal emergency
management officials are hoping that some of those choices will include
building techniques that can help prevent damage in future severe storms.
FEMA specialists will demonstrate and display some of the engineering
techniques that home and business owners can incorporate while rebuilding.
The techniques to fortify mobile homes are also presented.
So far, mitigation specialists visiting hardware stores have advised 820
Arkansans in disaster-affected areas on how to rebuild safer and stronger.
“As people repair or rebuild, it’s an ideal time for them to incorporate
disaster-resistant measures,” said State Coordinating Officer Richard
Griffin of the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM).
“Many of these are small changes that can make a big difference the next
time storms strike,” said Federal Coordinating Officer Ken Riley of FEMA.
Individuals can register for disaster assistance by calling 1-800-621-FEMA
(3362) or TTY 1-800-462-7585 for those who have hearing or speech
//--> impairments. You can also register online at www.fema.gov. FEMA operators as
well as the helpline are available 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday,
until further notice. If residents are not sure if they are eligible, they
should still make the call. The deadline to register is June 27.
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The Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM) is the state’s
homeland security and emergency management agency. The agency works to
identify and lessen the effects of emergencies, disasters and threats to
Arkansas by developing effective prevention, preparedness, mitigation,
response and recovery actions for all disasters and emergencies.
FEMA coordinates the federal government’s role in preparing for, preventing,
mitigating the effects of, responding to, and recovering from all domestic
disasters, whether natural or man-made, including acts of terrorism.
Editors: For more information on Arkansas disaster assistance, visit
www.fema.gov or http://www.adem.arkansas.gov/
Mitigation Tip
. Floods can happen anytime and anywhere. So whether you live near the
water or not, you should always be ready. Here are some important things
you can do to prepare.
. Copy your most important documents. Keep copies in your home and
store originals in a secure place outside the home, like a safe deposit box.
. Take photos of your most valuable possessions (furniture, electronic
equipment) and store copies with other documents.
. Save and store receipt for any expensive household items so that you
have proof of original cost.
. Make an itemized list of other possessions, such as clothing, books
and appliances.
. Review your policy and ask questions to make sure you have the
proper level of protection.
Disaster recovery assistance is available to any individual without regard
to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, English
proficiency or economic status.
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