FEMA & disaster aid — news for homeowners
Disaster declarations and federal aid — who qualifies, the deadlines, and how homeowners actually collect after a storm, fire or flood.
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Home & Safety
The Great Household Recall
From the refrigerator to the bathroom vanity, a massive wave of product recalls is hitting household staples this week.
Home & Safety
When the Ground Gives Way
Sudden sinkholes are swallowing work vans, and storm victims are enduring agonizing waits for relief. It turns out a homeowner's biggest risks often lie right beneath their feet.
Home & Safety
The Storm After the Storm: Why Your Roof Inspector Needs a Second Look
Extreme weather is battering multiple states, and federal aid is tied up in red tape. Meanwhile, predatory roofers are stepping in to manufacture their own paydays.
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When the Storms Pass and the Ground Gives Way
Late summer in the Midwest brings severe derechos from above and sudden street collapses from below.
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Freezer Threats and FEMA Delays: The Home Hazard Report
A nationwide popsicle recall has a years-long shelf life, and the federal response to Midwestern storms is frustratingly slow. Here's what you need to know this week.
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Bathtub fires, silent pools, and the new politics of disaster aid
Mid-summer is when our homes work the hardest. We've got recalled appliances, silent pool hazards, and shifting FEMA rules to check this week.