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Supporting Flood Reduction Infrastructure
The first funding cycle from the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program is helping Princeville, N.C, become more resilient.
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Bringing Communicators Together
On June 10, we hosted a Risk and Crisis Communications and Community Engagement Summit.
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Extreme Heat Tips for Outdoor Workers
Learn how to stay safe if you are under an extreme heat warning and must be outside.
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Major Disaster Declaration: Iowa
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds and tornadoes beginning on June 16, 2024.
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Major Disaster Declaration: Florida
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes on May 10, 2024.
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Major Disaster Declaration: Oklahoma
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding on May 19-28, 2024.
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Major Disaster Declaration: Mississippi
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding on April 8-11, 2024.
Priorities
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Disaster Response & Recovery
Lead and coordinate federal response efforts after disasters and emergencies.
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Equity
Instill equity as a foundation of emergency management.
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Climate Resilience
Lead whole of community in climate resilience.
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Readiness
Promote and sustain a ready FEMA and prepared nation.