Recent News
Recent News
Recent News
USDA Announces Disaster Declaration
INVOAD Update about Haiti
Haitian Registration
Christmas Eve 2009 Fire
Indiana residents turn to loans for flood repairs
Cleanup still isn't over in Southern Indiana. For months, we've told you about the struggles local Hoosiers are facing from the August 4 flooding. It's costing families big bucks, some are turning to loans as a last resort.
More Counties start Community Organizations Active in Disaster
Almost 20 counties in Indiana have decided to form a COAD or be part of a larger COAD.
FEMA Denies Disaster Declaration Appeal
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) notified the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) that the appeal for federal disaster assistance has been denied. The decision affects individual and public assistance grants to Hoosiers in southern and central Indiana who experienced damage from severe weather Aug. 4-9.
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Indiana Residents in Porter County
Indiana residents and businesses affected by the severe storms and tornadoes in Porter County on August 19, can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA Administrator Karen G. Mills announced today.
Dispelling Myths About Flood Insurance
Buying flood insurance can provide protection and peace of mind. Flooding is one of the most common natural hazards in the United States. State and federal officials want to ensure that all Indiana residents are aware of the benefits of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
In First Three Weeks Nearly $1.6 Million Approved
Three weeks after President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for Indiana, nearly than $1.6 Million in disaster assistance grants and loans have been approved.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
The mission of the Indiana Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster is to bring together voluntary organizations active in disaster services to foster more effective response to the people of Indiana in times of disaster through cooperation, coordination, communication, education, convening mechanism, and legislation.
Are You
Are You
Are You
Ready?
Ready?
Ready?
Are You Ready? An In-depth Guide to Citizen Preparedness is the most comprehensive source on individual, family, and community preparedness. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has revised and updated this resource to provide the public with the most current and up-to-date disaster preparedness information available.
