New York, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2012 -- Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Byrne, center, talks to CNN reporter Susan Candiotti outside of the house of Vincent Ribaudo of Grant City. , Ribaudo was receiving assistance with electrical repairs by the FEMA STEP program. FEMA designed, in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power (STEP) Pilot Program to assist State, local and Tribal governments in performing work and services essential to saving lives, protecting public health and safety, and protecting property. In particular, FEMA intends STEP to provide essential power to affected residences, thereby reducing the demand for other shelter options and allowing individuals to return to or remain in their home. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA
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Date Taken: 2012-12-01 00:00:00 UTC
Photographer Name: Jocelyn Augustino
City/State: New York, NY
Keywords: Hurricane
Disasters: New York Hurricane Sandy (DR-4085)
Disaster Types: Hurricane/Tropical Storm
Categories: Disaster Officials ^ Interviews With Media
Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials
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