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FEMA Region III The National Flood Insurance Program Jon Janowicz – FEMA Region III June 8, 2010 Floodplain Mapping in West Virginia

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FEMA Region III

The National Flood Insurance Program

Jon Janowicz – FEMA Region IIIJune 8, 2010

Floodplain Mapping in West Virginia

FEMA Region III

Community Tools for Floodplain Management – Flood Insurance Rate Map

FEMA Region III

Map Modernization 5-yr Project to Create Countywide Maps for Region III (2004 to 2008)

Over $50 million investment in Region III 100% Coverage for Region III will be available by 2011 Digital Web Application are Springing Up

WVU Site for WV - www.mapwv.gov/flood/ Google from FEMA – www.msc.fema.gov

Partnerships over 5-yrs Engineering Firms – AMEC, Baker, Gannett Fleming, Greenhorne & O’Mara, AECOM,

others Federal Agencies – USGS WV, US Army Corps –Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Huntington Universities –WVU State involvement through the State NFIP Coordinator – Robert Perry Others including: Region I Planning & Development, Canaan Valley Institute

FEMA Region III

Map Mod in West Virginia

FEMA Region III

Risk MAP

Risk MAP

Risk MAP (Mapping, Assessment Planning)Vision

Through collaboration with State, Local, and Tribal entities, Risk MAP will deliver quality data that increases public awareness and leads to action that reduces risk to life and property

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FEMA Region III

Risk MAP

Risk MAP 6

Risk MAP Alignment

The main components of the Risk MAP Solution are the foundation for motivating action to reduce risk

Multi-Year Plan

VisionRisk MAP will deliver quality data that increases public awareness and leads to action that

reduces risk to life and property

Goal 1: Data Gaps

Address gaps in flood hazard data

Goal 2: Awareness & Understanding

Measurably increase public’s awareness & understanding

Goal 3: Mitigation Planning

Lead effective engagement in Mitigation Planning

Goal 4: Digital Platform

Provide an enhanced digital platform

Goal 5: Synergize Programs

Align Risk Analysis programs and develop synergies

Risk MAP Program Measures

Risk MAP Solution

Risk AssessmentRisk Communicationsand Program Outreach

Mitigation Planning

Watershed Levels of StudyElevation Data Strategy

FEMA Region III

Riverine Hazard in West Virginia

Using WV 3m, for rural areas

FEMA Region III

Gerry AikenGIS CoordinatorFEMA Region III615 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, Pa 19106Office: 215-931-5709Cellular: 215-360-5440Fax: [email protected]

FEMA Region 3Response DivisionGeographic Information Systems

FEMA Region III

FCO(s) Regional Administrator Regional Advisory Council

National Preparedness Disaster

Assistance

Disaster

Operations

Mitigation

Logistics

Operations Integration

Planning

Management

FEMA Regional Organization

FEMA Region III

Response GIS and the Disaster Cycle

“Gerry… what do you actually do?

Preparedness

Predictive event modeling (HAZUS), Disaster specific analysis, Data maintenance

Response

Resource allocation, Impact area, Infrastructure status, People

Recovery

Designated counties, Tele-registrations, Debris Removal, Demolition, People

FEMA Region III

Preparedness Missions Supported by Response GIS

Logistics Support

JFO Location Analysis

Commodities Mapping

Power Generation

Transportation Contracts

Retail Location Analysis

Evacuation Routes

Sanitation Services

Planning Support

Pre-Event Mapping

Situational Awareness

Imagery Gathering / Analysis

Consultation with local GIS assets

Federal Partnerships

FEMA Region III

Response Missions Supported by Response GIS

Emergency Actions:

Disaster Medical Assistance

Light Search & Rescue

Hazardous Materials Control

Urban Search & Rescue (US&R)

Firefighting

Flood Control

Evacuation

Human Services Support:

Water Distribution

Food Distribution, Preparation and Service

Emergency Shelter

Clothing Distribution

Infant Needs

Transportation Assistance to Victims

Sanitation, Shower Points, Laundry

FEMA Region III

Recovery Missions Supported by Response GIS

Infrastructure Support Activities:

-- Emergency Power -- Manpower

-- Water Supplies -- Rail Access

-- Communications -- Fuel

-- Sewage Treatment -- Bulk Food

-- Debris Removal -- Airport Access

-- Road Access -- Livestock Care

-- Dams & Levees -- Agriculture

-- Individual Assistance -- Public Assistance

FEMA Region III

2010 GIS GoalsData Gathering and Warehousing Infrastructure.

Concentrate on creation of a FEMA structured compliant GIS Data Warehouse

Develop tool set so DOD members may utilize GIS data in house and in environments that are less then IT friendly.

Develop Google Earth and the ESRI Flex Viewer for operational situational awareness usage.

Develop the Region III Response Division’s GIS Methods and Procedures

FEMA Region III

Region III