News and Media: Disaster 4611

Since Hurricane Ida struck, 564,544 applications have been approved, putting more than $1.2 billion in the hands of survivors. Individual Assistance grants helped Louisianans clean up their homes, pay their bills, repair their vehicles, get reimbursed for generators, find temporary places to live, and much, much more.
52,176 households received grants totaling more than $363 million for home repairs (not covered by insurance)
194,184 households (49,760 owners and 144,424 renters) received temporary rental assistance, totaling more than $323 million.
735,968 households received grants for other disaster-related needs, totaling more than $480 million.

Press Releases & Fact Sheets

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Do you or a family member have a disability or condition that requires specific accommodations? Take advantage of the time before a hurricane to plan how you will evacuate safely.
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When a hurricane threatens, the senior population may experience additional peril. They face many more obstacles during an emergency than most people: isolation, limited mobility, and medical needs. Older adults can lower their risk by preparing for hurricanes and other emergencies before they happen.
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BATON ROUGE, La. – The days are long, the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean are warming, and hurricane season is here once again. Just hearing this news could bring about significant stress, especially if you’ve been through a previous disaster. To combat stress, take action now. Each positive action you take can help you feel better and more in control.
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If you are a survivor of Hurricane Ida, you could be eligible for continued rental assistance for temporary housing through FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program. FEMA pays temporary rent, including a security deposit, at a place other than your damaged home, to help you get back on your feet.
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In the six months since Hurricane Ida struck Louisiana, recovery has progressed for survivors, businesses, and communities. Below is a snapshot from FEMA of the state and federal assistance approved through March 8, and some milestones reached since the Aug. 29 disaster declaration.
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PDFs, Graphics & Multimedia

View the Disaster Multimedia Toolkit for social media and video content to help communicate about general disaster recovery.

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Public Notice of Availability for Draft EA, 145 HWY 55 GROUP HOUSING SITE (TR-6), FEMA-4611-DR-LA, April 2022

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Public Notice of Availability for Draft EA, 2097 WEST PARK PHASE 2 GROUP HOUSING SITE (TR-5), FEMA-4611-DR-LA, March 2022

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Public Notice of Availability Draft EA, CHIASSON GROUP HOUSING SITE (LF-3), FEMA-4611-DR-LA, March 2022

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Public Notice of Availability for Draft EA, LF-5 VALENTINE #3 , FEMA-4611-DR-LA, February 2022

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Public Notice of Availability for Draft EA, Brian Bent (SC-02), Boutte, FEMA-4611-DR-LA, April 2022

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Draft Environmental Assessment for Brian Bent Group Housing Site (SC-02), FEMA-4611-DR-LA, March 2022

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Public Notice of Availability for Draft EA, Triche Group Housing Site (LF-9), Cut Off, FEMA-4611-DR-LA, March 2022

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Draft Environmental Assessment for Triche Group Housing Site (LF-9), Cut Off, FEMA-4611-DR-LA, February 2022

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Final Environmental Assessment including FONSI signed 3/21/2022, Triche Group Housing Site (LF-9), FEMA-4611-DR-LA, February 2022

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Public Notice of Availability for Draft EA, McCloud Plantation Group Housing Site (LF-4),FEMA-4611-DR-LA, March 2022