Victims of severe storms and flooding in parts of #RhodeIsland will have until July 15, 2024, to file various #IRS individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. Learn more: ow.ly/TQI550R9qnU

#RhodeIsland :

Were you affected by the Dec. 2023-Jan. 2024 severe storms/flooding?

Our Disaster Survivor Assistance teams are going door-to-door in Kent, Providence and Washington counties to help survivors register for FEMA assistance.

More info: go.dhs.gov/JDV

Rhode Island DRC locations as of 4/8/2024:

📍Cumberland Public Library, Cumberland
📍William Windsor Elementary School, Greenville
📍Curtis Corner Middle School, Wakefield
📍Coventry Town Hall Annex, Coventry

More info including locations and hours: fema.gov/drc

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#RhodeIsland :

New Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) have opened in Providence County for those affected by the Dec. 2023-Jan. 2024 severe storms/flooding.

Survivors can access recovery info & get in-person help with disaster assistance applications at any DRC location.

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⁠ #RhodeIsland :

Homeowners and renters in Kent, Providence, and Washington counties — if you were affected by severe storms/flooding from Dec. 17-19 2023 or Jan. 9-13 2024, you may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance.

More info: go.dhs.gov/JDE

It’s eclipse time! Starting at around 11:07am today in Mexico, the 2024 total solar eclipse path will cross through the United States from Texas to Maine, and up through Canada. 🌚🌞 Remember: Never look at the sun directly without specialized eye protection. 🕶️

For more…

Ready for today's solar eclipse? ☀️🌑🌎

Locally, the eclipse will be partial, with the Sun taking a crescent shape.

🕑 Start ~ 2:10 pm
🕒 Peak ~ 3:25 pm
🕓 End ~ 4:36 pm

Times are approximate and vary by a few minutes.

⚠️Never look directly at the Sun without proper eyewear!

Earthquakes can strike at any moment.

Make sure you’re prepared by having a plan, securing your space, and knowing what to do during a quake.

Find safety info here: ready.gov/earthquakes

This SC (woo), we do get earthquakes (hey)
So get ur supplies now, now, now
So update ur checklists (woo) & throw ur old ones out (hey)
Don’t mess around, 'round, 'round, 'round, 'round (prep’s abound)
And I'll be shocked if I can’t prepare with you

A FEMA Mobile Registration and Information Center will be open at Narragansett Town Library, 25 Pier Marketplace, between April 3rd and April 6th during normal operating hours.

Representatives from The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S Small Business…

⚠️Strong winds ⚠️are in the forecast for this evening into tomorrow morning! Reduce speed on roadways and watch out for fallen objects and debris.

Late season Nor'easter will impact the region today into Thu. This will bring heavy rain with renewed river flooding possible, wet snow mainly across the high terrain along with strong wind to damaging winds & coastal flooding too. #mawx #ctwx #riwx

Don't be fooled this April 1st – emergencies are no joke! While pranks might get a laugh, being prepared is serious business. So, while you're setting up those April Fools' shenanigans, don’t forget to set up your emergency alerts too.

Sign up for Code Red alerts at…

.President Biden recently approved two major disaster declarations for Rhode Island, making federal assistance available to residents affected by severe storms & flooding in mid-December 2023 and mid-January 2024.

🔗 fema.gov/disaster/4766
🔗 fema.gov/disaster/4765

Easter egg hunts aren't the only surprises this holiday! Just like finding hidden treasures, being prepared for emergencies is all about staying one step ahead. So, while you're hunting for eggs, take a moment to review your emergency plan too! Wishing everyone a safe and hoppy…

Following last weeks Presidential Disaster Declarations for the severe storms and flooding occurring in December 2023 and January 2024, SBA has announced that low interest disaster loans are available for qualifying businesses and residents. Read the full press release…