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United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
USDA agencies provide information and services for emergency preparedness and response. "Here you will you find information about specific disasters and emergencies, how to prepare, recover, and help build long-term resilience, as well as information about USDA assistance during disaster events."
Use the knowledgebase to browse disaster resources by assistance, recipient, and disaster type.
U.S. Department of Agriculture. Rural Development.
"In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, USDA Rural Development (RD) issued a letter (PDF, 63 KB) outlining ways the agency can provide assistance to homeowners affected by the hurricane. RD also provides assistance for new grants and to help existing loan and grant recipients. Do not hesitate to contact your local Rural Development State Office by email or telephone if you have questions about your loan or grant."
DHS. Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Get your disaster assistance all in one spot. For additional information at Prepare My Family for a Disaster.
U.S. Department of Agriculture. National Agricultural Library. Animal Welfare Information Center.
Information and resources to assist companion, farm, research and zoo animals.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
"When returning to your home after a hurricane or flood, be aware that flood water may contain sewage. Protect yourself and your family by following these steps..."
U.S. Department of Labor.
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) assists in recovery efforts in the communities affected by severe storms, floods, and other disasters. For general questions and assistance, please contact DOL's National Contact Center at 1-866-4-USA-DOL (1-866-487-2365) or visit CareerOneStop's Disaster Recovery Services.
Department of Housing and Urban Development
HUD can provide critical housing and community development resources to aid disaster recovery. HUD's Disaster Recovery Teams are located in offices throughout the country.
American Red Cross.
"The American Red Cross can provide two types of assistance after a disaster - hard and soft. Hard assistance provides material items and may include feeding, shelter, clean-up kits, comfort kits and financial assistance. Soft assistance minimizes immediate disaster-caused suffering through listening, guidance, advocacy, and counseling."
Also, find information on How to Prepare for Emergencies.
Small Business Administration.
The SBA offers disaster assistance in the form of low interest loans to businesses, nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters located in regions affected by declared disasters. SBA also provides eligible small businesses and nonprofit organizations with working capital to help overcome the economic injury of a declared disaster.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Being prepared for a disaster is as easy as 1,2,3. 1. Get a Kit 2. Make a Plan 3. Be Informed. Find out information on how to prepare your family, pets and business at www.ready.gov.