FEMA trailer & BAH entitlements not duplication of benefits Published Aug. 4, 2011 Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced July 29, that receipt of basic allowance for housing entitlements will not be considered a duplication of benefits with receipt of a FEMA trailer. FEMA officials determined that it would not be a duplication of benefits for Airmen to receive both basic allowance for housing and temporary lodging in FEMA trailers. FEMA acknowledges that the basic allowance for housing is part of military service member's compensation package. Service members and their dependents may also be eligible for safe haven allowances after the evacuation order is lifted. Safe haven allowances are for displaced active duty dependents and Department of Defense civilian dependents and consist of lodging, meals and incidental expenses. In addition, displaced service members may be eligible to have their household goods stored for up to six months. "This is great news for our Airmen," said Col. Max Mitchell, 5th Bomb Wing vice commander. "This is one less thing to worry about for those affected by the Minot flood. It will allow our airmen to focus more of their attention on getting their houses and lives back together." A FEMA regional coordinator may need to speak with those requesting trailers on an individual basis on this issue. For more information or for questions regarding financial assistance or support, contact the Emergency Family Assistance Control Center at 723-4500.