What are the most recent disaster declarations in Rhode Island?

The most recent FEMA declaration in Rhode Island is "SEVERE STORMS AND FLOODING" (Major Disaster, Severe Storm), declared 2024-03-20. See the full list above.

How do I get FEMA assistance in Rhode Island?

If your county is in a declared major disaster, apply at DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362 and reference the disaster number shown for Rhode Island.

What do the declaration types mean?

DR = Major Disaster (broad federal aid), EM = Emergency (limited aid), FM = Fire Management (wildfire response).

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Rhode Island Disaster Declarations

Recent FEMA disaster and emergency declarations for Rhode Island, with incident type, date, and disaster number. Live data from the official OpenFEMA database.

Major DisasterSevere StormMarch 20, 2024
SEVERE STORMS AND FLOODING
FEMA #4766 · 4 designated areas · incident began January 9, 2024
Major DisasterSevere StormMarch 20, 2024
SEVERE STORM AND FLOODING
FEMA #4765 · 3 designated areas · incident began December 17, 2023
Major DisasterSevere StormJanuary 7, 2024
SEVERE STORMS, FLOODING, AND TORNADOES
FEMA #4753 · 1 designated area · incident began September 10, 2023
Fire ManagementFireApril 14, 2023
QUEENS RIVER FIRE
FEMA #5464 · 1 designated area · incident began April 14, 2023
Major DisasterSnowstormMay 12, 2022
SEVERE WINTER STORM AND SNOWSTORM
FEMA #4653 · 6 designated areas · incident began January 28, 2022
EmergencyHurricaneAugust 21, 2021
HURRICANE HENRI
FEMA #3563 · 6 designated areas · incident began August 20, 2021
Major DisasterBiologicalMarch 30, 2020
COVID-19 PANDEMIC
FEMA #4505 · 7 designated areas · incident began January 20, 2020
EmergencyBiologicalMarch 13, 2020
COVID-19
FEMA #3440 · 5 designated areas · incident began January 20, 2020
EmergencyBiologicalMarch 13, 2020
COVID-19
FEMA #3515 · 1 designated area · incident began January 20, 2020
Major DisasterSevere StormApril 3, 2015
SEVERE WINTER STORM AND SNOWSTORM
FEMA #4212 · 5 designated areas · incident began January 26, 2015
Major DisasterSevere StormMarch 22, 2013
SEVERE WINTER STORM AND SNOWSTORM
FEMA #4107 · 5 designated areas · incident began February 8, 2013
Major DisasterHurricaneNovember 3, 2012
HURRICANE SANDY
FEMA #4089 · 4 designated areas · incident began October 26, 2012
EmergencyHurricaneOctober 29, 2012
HURRICANE SANDY
FEMA #3355 · 5 designated areas · incident began October 26, 2012
Major DisasterHurricaneSeptember 3, 2011
TROPICAL STORM IRENE
FEMA #4027 · 5 designated areas · incident began August 27, 2011
EmergencyHurricaneAugust 27, 2011
HURRICANE IRENE
FEMA #3334 · 5 designated areas · incident began August 26, 2011
EmergencySevere StormMarch 30, 2010
SEVERE STORMS AND FLOODING
FEMA #3311 · 5 designated areas · incident began March 12, 2010
Major DisasterSevere StormMarch 29, 2010
SEVERE STORMS AND FLOODING
FEMA #1894 · 5 designated areas · incident began March 12, 2010
Major DisasterSevere StormMay 25, 2007
SEVERE STORMS AND INLAND AND COASTAL FLOODING
FEMA #1704 · 1 designated area · incident began April 15, 2007
EmergencyHurricaneSeptember 19, 2005
HURRICANE KATRINA EVACUATION
FEMA #3255 · 5 designated areas · incident began August 29, 2005
EmergencySnowstormFebruary 17, 2005
RECORD SNOW
FEMA #3203 · 5 designated areas · incident began January 22, 2005
EmergencySnowstormMarch 27, 2003
SNOW
FEMA #3182 · 2 designated areas · incident began February 17, 2003
EmergencyOtherNovember 19, 1996
MAJOR WATER MAIN BREAK
FEMA #3123 · 2 designated areas · incident began November 17, 1996
Major DisasterSnowstormJanuary 24, 1996
BLIZZARD OF 96 (SEVERE SNOW STORM)
FEMA #1091 · 5 designated areas · incident began January 7, 1996
EmergencySnowstormMarch 16, 1993
BLIZZARDS, HIGH WINDS & RECORD SNOWFALL
FEMA #3102 · 5 designated areas · incident began March 13, 1993
EmergencyToxic SubstancesSeptember 16, 1992
WATER CONTAMINATION
FEMA #3094 · 2 designated areas · incident began August 3, 1992
Major DisasterHurricaneAugust 26, 1991
HURRICANE BOB
FEMA #913 · 5 designated areas · incident began August 19, 1991
Major DisasterHurricaneOctober 15, 1985
HURRICANE GLORIA
FEMA #748 · 5 designated areas · incident began September 27, 1985
Major DisasterSnowstormFebruary 16, 1978
SNOW & ICE
FEMA #548 · 5 designated areas · incident began February 16, 1978
EmergencySnowstormFebruary 7, 1978
BLIZZARD & SNOWSTORMS
FEMA #3058 · 5 designated areas · incident began February 7, 1978
Major DisasterHurricaneAugust 20, 1955
HURRICANE & FLOOD
FEMA #39 · statewide · incident began August 20, 1955
Major DisasterHurricaneSeptember 2, 1954
HURRICANES
FEMA #23 · statewide · incident began September 2, 1954

Rhode Island — FAQ

What are the most recent disaster declarations in Rhode Island?: The most recent FEMA declaration in Rhode Island is "SEVERE STORMS AND FLOODING" (Major Disaster, Severe Storm), declared 2024-03-20. See the full list above.
How do I get FEMA assistance in Rhode Island?: If your county is in a declared major disaster, apply at DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362 and reference the disaster number shown for Rhode Island.
What do the declaration types mean?: DR = Major Disaster (broad federal aid), EM = Emergency (limited aid), FM = Fire Management (wildfire response).

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Data source: U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) — OpenFEMA. See all recent declarations or our methodology.