FEMA authorized to provide federal disaster assistance for Nolo

WASHINGTON, D.C. (HawaiiNewsNow) – President Donald Trump approved federal disaster assistance for Hawaii in anticipation of Nolo.

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FEMA announced Friday that the federal government will supplement response efforts, beginning Sept. 23.

This action authorizes FEMA to coordinate disaster relief efforts to help the public protect their safety, properties, and health in the face of potentially catastrophic weather conditions.

The federal disaster assistance was approved for Hawaii County, Kauai County, Maui County, and the City and County of Honolulu.

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FEMA is authorized to identify, mobilize, and provide equipment and resources necessary to alleviate impacts of the storm at the agency’s discretion.

Officials said emergency protective measures, limited to direct federal assistance under the Public Assistance program, will be provided at 75% federal funding.

Hirokazu Toiya has been named the Federal Coordinating Officer for national response operations in the state.

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