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FEMA Denies Public Assistance For Tornado Recovery
March 16, 2016
Escambia County received notification that FEMA has denied the state’s request for an emergency declaration as a result of the February 2016 tornadoes and severe weather. FEMA determined that the damage did not meet the severity to receive supplemental federal assistance for public assistance, or aid to local governments.
“Based upon our review of all of the information available, it has been determined that the damage was not of such severity and magnitude as to be beyond the capabilities of the state, affected local governments and voluntary agencies,” Craig Fugate, FEMA administrator, wrote.
No response has yet been received for the request for individual assistance and SBA assistance. Governor Scott’s office has indicated they will be contacting President Obama about the original request for federal assistance for Escambia County residents. If individual assistance is approved, disaster assistance like low interest loans, grants, and temporary housing assistance may be offered.
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16 Responses to “FEMA Denies Public Assistance For Tornado Recovery”
It was very difficult to get homeowners insurance on this fixer upper home and if I could get it I could not afford it, I was not counting on this happening to us and we were just about done and might be able to get it when this hit, I did not count on anyone footing our bill, but I also did not count on this horrible disaster to hit here either. If I could afford 400.00 a month do you not think I would of gotten it???
FEMA has been abused in the past and now it has been restructured therefore if you’re a homeowner GET INSURANCE!
@Michelle
You hit the nail on the head, but some people will not do that, if they (KNOW) they can get other people to pay for it, and it is interesting that you look in front of some of these old dilapidated homes and there are Cadillacs parked out front, but yet I cannot afford homeowners insurance!
Disasters such as this are a perfect example of why government should seriously consider financial endeavors. There is a baseball field downtown that will probably operate in the red for it’s entire existence, which provides entertainment but does little for needs. Half of what was spent on that albatross could have easily covered repairs and assistance for those in need after such a tragedy. When funds are available for the elite of Pensacola to have pet projects, there should be as much for those in need, especially after this type of crisis.
Oh but they will send plenty of money to Syria and Iran. Wow!
The government can’t be expected to pay for everything ! This is why people should have insurance !! I think way too many people depend on the “government ” to take care of them ! I truly hate this happened to them and do care but that’s what insurance companies are for.
I really don’t understand why FEMA doing escambia county like this. There are many who are homeless, trying to figure out where their next meal are coming from, including me. I have been living in Century all of my life and I haven’t seen anything like this every since Ivan hit. You will, at some point of your life, reap what you sow.
Has anyone noticed when a disaster(natural or man made) strikes, the poorest are always the hardest hit no matter way one may occur?
FEMA, Homeland Security and all the bureaucracy associated with assisting those in need after a disaster such as this, are not focused on the needs of a small community such as Century, Florida!
This restoration will result from individuals, organizations such as Habitat for Humanity or some benevolent individual or group of individuals attempting to rebuild Century.
This comes with an admonition to those having lost homes, possessions and livelihoods as a result of this tornado, there must be a reliance upon self, family and a close knit network of community to assist in times such as these.
The government can’t do everything for everybody in order to restore or make things whole.
>>Was this denial for only Century or all inclusive w/Scenic Hwy damage?
Escambia County received notification that FEMA has denied the state’s request for an emergency declaration as a result of the February 2016 tornadoes
“Escambia County” “tornadoes”
What more severity or magnitude does one need?? Total devastation = zero help??
William,
Was this denial for only Century or all inclusive w/Scenic Hwy damage?
I hope new affordable housing to be rented will be built Right away! Not just for each that suffered the loss of their homes but for the Town also to keep residents. How about exercising the partner ship with Gulf Breeze CRA? I doubt even with funds if many of the houses could be rebuilt because of code and flood plain. I know this has been a disaster and many have gone through the aftermath, the disbelief, the sadness and yes the anger. Now its time to look for clear solutions for the health of each individual and the town itself. Build the assisted living facility. Build apartment, get the owner of the mill to clean it up and market it. Through many dangers, toil and snares, I have already come. May Grace lead us On!
If anybody directly impacted by this devastation would have been associated with FEMA or or any part of the government they sure would have qualified for some assistance or help. Or, if Century or pensacola would have been a little farther down south help would be there! Northwest Florida should have been part of Alabama anyway look back at the history of Florida. We can be in Montogomery just as fast as we can get to Tallahassee. I bet Gov. Bentley could have gotten us some help. Stay down south Gov. Scott we don’t need you!!!!
After Katrina FEMA reorganized and is under the Department of Homeland Security. Even though this is disastrous for the community it is not a threat to national security and the Emergency aspect was handled locally. Obviously the only help available is minor or in help of loans. If one chooses to live in an uninsured home or mobile home it is a gamble and this time unfortunately some lost. Renting may be so much better in this economy as home ownership is complex. Perhaps the new generation can learn from this and make sure they have clear title and paid property tax if they do chose to own property. At least now, decisions can clearly be made and no one is holding out with false hope. The local government seems so sweet and concerned for each individual but I hope they are also aware of their bottom line and will be able to recover fiscally to run the utilities for the rest of the town and businesses.
I hope these people get some form of help.
At this point I doubt if anyone is surprised by this decision.