The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management (NJOEM) announced today that Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) are closing in Hudson, Hunterdon and Mercer counties. Click here for more information.

At the request of the state, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is extending the registration deadline for renters, homeowners and business owners who suffered damage from Hurricane Irene. The new deadline date is November 30, 2011. Click here for the full news article.

This link will take you to a video about the FEMA Disaster Registration process in sign language that was posted on YouTube.

Families, individuals and businesses in New Jersey that suffered damage from Hurricane Irene have about three weeks remaining to register for federal assistance. Click here for news release.

Information on SBA Disaster Loans available for New Jersey.  See attached press release.

Federal Emergency Management Agency officials encourage residents to take quick action to minimize the damage caused by mold after the flooding from Hurricane Irene. See attached news release and click here for FEMA's website article.

Be aware that Hudson County will participate in the national 9/11 "Moment of Remembrance" on Sunday at 1pm when sirens will blare for a full minute.

If you sustained losses or damages from Hurricane Irene you may be eligible for disaster assistance, click here for instructions.

Information on how to avoid scams and a form to lodge a complaint against scammers.  LINK.