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Waffle House status is being used by FEMA to assess devastation following tornadoes in Joplin and during emergency efforts in Florida.

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 9

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Waffle House Joplin Federal Emergency Management Agency

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Waffle House
restaurant chain in the United States
- Waffle House has a storm center in Norcross while Cox Media Group publishes news in Atlanta.Sat 15:31
- Waffle House locations are confirmed to be in Escambia County, Alabama, and Michelle Salzman represents the area.Sat 00:42
Joplin
city in southern Jasper County and northern Newton County, Missouri, USA
- Localized weather reports show high rainfall in Daviess County and temperature variations across Missouri counties on October 13.01:03
- Joplin is improving roads near Central City.Fri 18:15
Federal Emergency Management Agency
United States disaster response agency, part of Department of Homeland Security
- Katherine Keith organized FEMA public assistance funding logistics.02:20
- ORES denied an application in Copake, with the denial supported by local officials citing FEMA flood zone requirements.02:05

Related events

Waffle House locations in Baldwin County are affected by Hurricane Isaias, leading to operational changes ahead of the storm.Fri 09:54

Coverage

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Oct 9fox5atlanta.com