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February

3 Feb 2021
Walla Walla District cost engineers provide expertise and support to FEMA and other federal agencies
Natural disasters like floods and hurricanes can severely damage homes, businesses and infrastructure. Those who suffer damages in natural disasters can apply to FEMA for financial assistance. When this happens, a cost estimate is needed to determine how much money it would take to either repair or replace the structure in question.
October

29 Oct 2020
Omaha District executes historic $1.65 billion program
There were many challenges this year; recovering from the catastrophic Lower Missouri River Basin flooding event of 2019, protecting the workforce and public safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, and hurricane first responder deployments. But in the face of unprecedented adversity, USACE Omaha District rose to each challenge through leveraging industrious teamwork and continuing to successfully support its worldwide missions. The District ended the year executing its largest program ever at $1.65 billion.
September

6 Sep 2020
First temporary ‘Blue Roof’ a success
“The governor happened to have a news conference and my wife said, well what about the blue roofs?” Duhon said. “She gave me the information and I got online and registered and here we are today.” The purpose of the program is to provide homeowners in disaster areas with fiber-reinforced sheeting to cover damaged roofs until permanent repairs can be made. The deadline to sign up for the Blue Roof Program is Sept. 21. Don't wait!
August

27 Aug 2020
Memphis Team deployed to Louisiana in support of Hurricane Laura relief efforts
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District deployed a 13-member Emergency Power Planning and Response Team (PRT) to support Federal Emergency Management Agency's Hurricane Laura response, on Aug 26.

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USACE will reissue 56 existing nationwide permits & issue one new permit for work in wetlands & other waters that are regulated by Section 404 of Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of Rivers & Harbors Act of 1899. One existing permit will not be reissued: https://t.co/NhihR0uoAM

RT @USACE_Buffalo: 🛥️ Dredging keeps our waterways safe & sustainable! 🌱 Learn how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers repurposes clean sedim…

RT @ArmyERDC: ERDC is providing innovative support to @USACENOLA civil works mission by inspecting the dewatered bays for voids in the Old…

RT @USArmy: 📆 Soldiers, mark your calendars for the Senior Leader SITREP, premiering on our YouTube channel, Jan. 13 at 12:00 p.m. https://…

RT @StPaulUSACE: Happy New Year! As we welcome 2026, let’s make water safety a top priority. Let’s make 2026 the safest year yet by practic…

Happy New Year! As we welcome 2026, let’s make water safety a top priority. 🛟Always wear your life jacket and make sure its fits 🛟Learn how to swim 🛟Never drink and boat Practice water safety every time you are in, on, or near the water! #LifeJacketsWornNobodyMourns

Low-head dams are found on waterways throughout the U.S. Before you the hit watery trails, review the Low-Head Dam Inventory to see if there’s a dam on your route. Learn more: https://t.co/dbzMfptnor #damsafety https://t.co/ZjrOVldPiM

RT @StPaulUSACE: Skid-steers hard at work preparing the chamber for critical maintenance and inspections during a dewatering at Lock and Da…

RT @USArmy: 📰 Year in Review: Warfighting is the Army’s top priority Our Soldiers prove they are ready to fight and win, at home and abroa…

RT @ArmyCorpsNAD: Our @europedistrict is constructing a new Operational Readiness Training Complex in Grafenwoehr, #Germany. On Friday, we…

RT @ArmyERDC: The @StPaulUSACE and ERDC are collaborating in a groundbreaking study to make informed, data-driven decisions about using riv…

RT @europedistrict: Today, leaders from @IMCOMEurope, @7thATC , #USACE, @USAGBavaria, the German construction authority and other project p…

Low-head dams can be dangerous for waterway users. They are hard to identify and can cause harm if you end up caught in their current. Locate low-head dams near you and learn more: https://t.co/6bo3k0pM4a #damsafety https://t.co/maYwiOm0Pu

RT @StPaulUSACE: Bill Schmidt, natural resources specialist, describes his position at #EauGalle Recreation Area in #SpringValley, #Wiscons…

RT @AtlantaCorps: The South Atlantic Division extends congratulations to Jason Krick, Mobile District Chief of Engineering, for being named…

RT @LADistrictUSACE: The USACE Los Angeles District joined Air Force officials Dec. 16 to mark the start of construction on a new KC-46 Peg…

RT @USACERockIsland: Lock 19 on the Mississippi River at Keokuk, Iowa, is now closed for winter maintenance. The lock is expected to reopen…

RT @USACE_NY: 🏗️ We are delivering world‑class engineering solutions for federal partners, including VA & West Point. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/A4a5W…

Ho, Ho, Ho!!! Santa is making a list and checking it twice to see who has been naughty or nice, so hopefully you have been good this year and wore your life jacket when in, on, and near open water (lakes, rivers, ponds, etc.). #LifeJacketsWornNobodyMourns https://t.co/mO74fgH2tT

RT @FEMARegion10: Our Regional Response Coordination Center is coordinating with the state on their requests, including support from partne…

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14 Sep 2020
JACKSONVILLE DISTRICT STANDS UP CALL CENTER TO SUPPORT OPERATION BLUE ROOF IN LOUISANA
Even though Hurricane Laura skirted by Florida with minimal impact, staff from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District are assisting disaster survivors by providing information on USACE’s temporary roofing program.
26 Aug 2020
USACE Vicksburg District engages emergency operations, mapping centers in preparation for Hurricane Laura
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District is providing material and technical assistance to communities across the Southeast in preparation for Hurricane Laura by mobilizing its Emergency Operations Center as well as the Mapping, Modeling and Consequences Center.
25 Aug 2020
Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District campground closures at Town Bluff and Sam Rayburn Lakes in response to forecast impacts of Hurricane Laura
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fort Worth District announced campground closures for Town Bluff and Sam Rayburn Lakes effective immediately for the safety of our visitors, staff and contractors.
22 Sep 2017
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announces emergency permitting procedures in response to Hurricane Maria and heavy damage in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District announced it has authority to issue alternative/emergency permitting procedures in the Antilles in response to conditions resulting from Hurricane Maria, including heavy damage in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, including St. Croix, St. John, St. Thomas and other surrounding minor islands.