FEMA Region 1

FEMA Region 1

@femaregion1

FEMA Region 1 serves CT, ME, MA, NH, RI & VT. This channel provides FEMA mission-related information. For emergencies, call your local fire/EMS/police or 9-1-1.

Boston, MA · http://www.fema.gov/region-i

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Have fun while being safe this season! Use flame retardant decorations, and keep trees well-watered:

Centro de recuperación por desastre de Bridgeport cerrará el 21 de diciembre, a las 6 p.m. Para otros DRCs:

Stay one step ahead of power outages: add extra batteries, blankets and warm clothing to your kit

Submit only one application for assistance per household. More than one application per damaged home could delay assistance!

if you have questions about low interest disaster loans visit the @SBA_gov Disaster Loan Outreach Center: 65 Crandall Ave, Westerly

Aprenda técnicas de reconstrucción en Home Depot en East Haven, Fairfield y Orange , sábado y domingo (12/15-16), 9am-6pm

Learn rebuilding techniques this w/end (12/15-16). outreach teams at Home Depot in East Haven, Fairfield & Orange , 9 am-6 pm

Fact: assistance is not just for homeowners: renters who were displaced/lost personal property may qualify too

Tune in to a weather radio for the holidays: buy a weather radio as a for the whole family.

Disaster recovery centers open today in . To find one near you visit and type in your address

If you’re looking to put free time to good use this weekend visit to find volunteer opportunities near you

Holiday : Candles are beautiful but can be dangerous. Consider using battery-operated flameless candles in your decorations.

Fact: assistance does not affect benefits from other federal programs, and is not taxable income

Cell phones can be lifelines after a disaster - give family/friends a solar-powered cell phone charger as a cool .

for college students: Cook only where it is permitted, don't overload circuits & never leave cooking unattended. .

Disaster Recovery Center in Bridgeport , 900 Lafayette Blvd, now open until Fri Dec. 21. DRC locator:

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