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On July 29, an 8.8 magnitude earthquake triggered Pacific-wide tsunami alerts. These alerts were a good reminder of how important it is to be prepared. A tsunami can cause flooding as well as disrupt transportation, power and water supply.
Disasters do not distinguish between businesses. Whether a small startup or a global enterprise, all businesses are vulnerable to disruptions from floods, wildfires, and other disasters. What separates businesses that recover quickly from those that don’t isn’t luck — it’s preparedness.
Flooding is the most-common disaster across the nation, but most homeowners and renters are not insured for it. Now is the time to secure a policy through the National Flood Insurance Program to protect your home and belongings from the damage floodwaters can cause.
FEMA's incident management assistance teams are able to deploy anywhere in the U.S. within 24 hours, allowing them to help local areas meet immediate needs for information, expertise and coordination during a disaster response.
FEMA headquarters and regional leadership teams across the nation coordinated with emergency management experts from federal, state, tribal and territorial partners in seven video teleconferences to test connectivity capabilities and discuss needs for hurricane and wildland fire response and recovery this year.
As an emergency manager, you want to prepare your community in the best way possible. FEMA has resources to help you.
May 4 – 10 is Hurricane Preparedness Week, a yearly reminder that your family’s preparedness in your hands.
Wildfires can affect communities and ecosystems across the nation. The widespread impact of these wildfires highlights the urgent need for awareness and preparedness within our communities. May is Wildfire Awareness Month and serves as a reminder that preparedness is crucial. As the hotter, drier months approach, the risk of wildfires increases.
In a muddy grove 100 yards from the Nolichucky River, Betty Francis can hear the sounds of progress as her new home takes shape. Another survivor, Donald Cutshaw, lives in FEMA housing on the property he owns while plans are made for his new home.
If you were affected by the recent floods in the Ohio and Mississippi valleys, cleaning up may seem overwhelming. Your first step is to stay safe. Once the water recedes, follow these tips for a safe and successful cleanup.
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