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#fema
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Their homes burned in wildfires. Fraudsters took their disaster relief funds, feds say

Three arrested for fraudulent claims to FEMA disaster-relief funds following Eaton and Palisades wildfires.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Trump admin terminates $90 million in disaster prevention aid for Mass.

Gov. Maura Healey criticized the Trump administration for cutting $90 million in disaster prevention funding, which jeopardizes safety in Massachusetts communities.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

The Consequences of One of Project 2025's Most Surprising Attacks Are Becoming Clear

Federal disaster aid is becoming less reliable under the Trump administration, affecting disaster response effectiveness.
Los Angeles
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

5 charged for making false claims for FEMA benefits in wake of Southern California wildfires, prosecutors say

Five individuals were arrested for fraudulently claiming disaster relief following the Los Angeles wildfires.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

5 arrested for collecting thousands in fraudulent FEMA claims from Palisades, Eaton fires

Five people arrested for submitting false claims for disaster relief funds from FEMA after January wildfires.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Their homes burned in wildfires. Fraudsters took their disaster relief funds, feds say

Three arrested for fraudulent claims to FEMA disaster-relief funds following Eaton and Palisades wildfires.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Trump admin terminates $90 million in disaster prevention aid for Mass.

Gov. Maura Healey criticized the Trump administration for cutting $90 million in disaster prevention funding, which jeopardizes safety in Massachusetts communities.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

The Consequences of One of Project 2025's Most Surprising Attacks Are Becoming Clear

Federal disaster aid is becoming less reliable under the Trump administration, affecting disaster response effectiveness.
Los Angeles
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

5 charged for making false claims for FEMA benefits in wake of Southern California wildfires, prosecutors say

Five individuals were arrested for fraudulently claiming disaster relief following the Los Angeles wildfires.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

5 arrested for collecting thousands in fraudulent FEMA claims from Palisades, Eaton fires

Five people arrested for submitting false claims for disaster relief funds from FEMA after January wildfires.
more#fema
#tornado
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Does Transportation Advocacy Have a Place In the Wake of a Deadly Tornado? - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

Does Transportation Advocacy Have a Place In the Wake of a Deadly Tornado? - Streetsblog USA

more#tornado
#flooding
more#flooding
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
1 week ago

DOGE Has Gutted AmeriCorps. What Happens When the Next Disaster Strikes?

AmeriCorps volunteers play a crucial role in disaster relief efforts, helping thousands of affected households recover.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

NY attorney general sues DHS over threat to withhold disaster relief funds

States are suing the federal government over the withholding of disaster relief funds tied to immigration enforcement compliance.
#wildfires
SF politics
fromtherealdeal.com
3 months ago

Gov. Newsom seeks $40B in fire disaster aid from feds

Gov. Newsom requests $39.7 billion federal aid for wildfire recovery, facing potential conditions from Trump allies that could limit California's regulatory powers.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Residents survey the aftermath of deadly weekend storms across the southern U.S.

Severe weather in southern U.S. resulted in at least 37 deaths and widespread destruction, notably in Missouri and Oklahoma.
SF politics
fromtherealdeal.com
3 months ago

Gov. Newsom seeks $40B in fire disaster aid from feds

Gov. Newsom requests $39.7 billion federal aid for wildfire recovery, facing potential conditions from Trump allies that could limit California's regulatory powers.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Residents survey the aftermath of deadly weekend storms across the southern U.S.

Severe weather in southern U.S. resulted in at least 37 deaths and widespread destruction, notably in Missouri and Oklahoma.
more#wildfires
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

A Life of Lights, Labor, and Legacy: The Story of Lin Honeycutt

"I've always believed in doing what needs to be done. You don't wait around for someone else to step up. You go."
Everyday cooking
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Trump's Most Unhinged Policy May Be Starving MAGA Arkansas of Disaster Relief

Trump's second administration is more radical but shows improved competence in implementing policies.
Trump's popularity has diminished significantly during his second term due to controversial decisions.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Americans impacted by 2024 natural disasters may qualify for extension to file taxes

Taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters may receive an automatic extension to file taxes, often granting an additional two weeks or more.
US news
#myanmar
World news
fromeuronews
1 month ago

More than 2,000 confirmed dead in Myanmar earthquake

The recent earthquake in Myanmar has led to over 2,000 confirmed deaths, with ongoing rescue efforts complicated by significant infrastructural damage.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake: Is aid reaching those in need? DW 04/02/2025

Myanmar experiences massive devastation from a 7.7-magnitude earthquake with urgent international aid needed.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Rescuers sift through Myanmar earthquake debris as window to find survivors closes

The 7.7 magnitude earthquake caused widespread devastation in Myanmar, trapping many and claiming over 2,000 lives.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake death toll jumps to over 1,600 DW 03/29/2025

Myanmar's military junta reported over 1,644 deaths due to a 7.7 magnitude earthquake, prompting international aid appeals.
World news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Earthquake compounds humanitarian crisis in Myanmar, where death toll has passed 1,700

The earthquake in Myanmar could worsen hunger and disease amid existing crises.
Infrastructure damage complicates relief efforts significantly.
The death toll remains high, with many more unaccounted for.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake: death toll rises to almost 700 as search for survivors continues

The recent earthquake in Myanmar caused significant casualties and damage, becoming the worst natural disaster in over a century.
World news
fromeuronews
1 month ago

More than 2,000 confirmed dead in Myanmar earthquake

The recent earthquake in Myanmar has led to over 2,000 confirmed deaths, with ongoing rescue efforts complicated by significant infrastructural damage.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake: Is aid reaching those in need? DW 04/02/2025

Myanmar experiences massive devastation from a 7.7-magnitude earthquake with urgent international aid needed.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Rescuers sift through Myanmar earthquake debris as window to find survivors closes

The 7.7 magnitude earthquake caused widespread devastation in Myanmar, trapping many and claiming over 2,000 lives.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake death toll jumps to over 1,600 DW 03/29/2025

Myanmar's military junta reported over 1,644 deaths due to a 7.7 magnitude earthquake, prompting international aid appeals.
World news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Earthquake compounds humanitarian crisis in Myanmar, where death toll has passed 1,700

The earthquake in Myanmar could worsen hunger and disease amid existing crises.
Infrastructure damage complicates relief efforts significantly.
The death toll remains high, with many more unaccounted for.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake: death toll rises to almost 700 as search for survivors continues

The recent earthquake in Myanmar caused significant casualties and damage, becoming the worst natural disaster in over a century.
more#myanmar
#myanmar-earthquake
World news
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake death toll passes 3,000 with hundreds still missing

The death toll from the Myanmar earthquake exceeds 3,000, revealing an urgent humanitarian crisis exacerbated by infrastructure damage and ongoing conflict.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump's U.S.A.I.D. Cuts Hobble Earthquake Response in Myanmar

U.S. response to Myanmar earthquake lagged behind other countries, highlighting a significant slowdown in American foreign aid efforts.
World news
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Myanmar earthquake death toll passes 3,000 with hundreds still missing

The death toll from the Myanmar earthquake exceeds 3,000, revealing an urgent humanitarian crisis exacerbated by infrastructure damage and ongoing conflict.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump's U.S.A.I.D. Cuts Hobble Earthquake Response in Myanmar

U.S. response to Myanmar earthquake lagged behind other countries, highlighting a significant slowdown in American foreign aid efforts.
more#myanmar-earthquake
#hurricane-helene
fromFast Company
2 months ago
SF parents

How one woman is reuniting Hurricane Helene victims with lost memories

Jill Holtz is on a mission to reunite storm victims with their lost belongings after Hurricane Helene's devastation.
SF parents
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How one woman is reuniting Hurricane Helene victims with lost memories

Jill Holtz is on a mission to reunite storm victims with their lost belongings after Hurricane Helene's devastation.
more#hurricane-helene
#hud
Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

HUD announces $2.5M in disaster recovery across three states

RUSH funding assists individuals experiencing homelessness in disaster areas, addressing unmet needs not covered by federal disaster relief programs.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Trump administation is wrong to cut disaster relief funds

HUD is underfunded and crucial for supporting American families facing housing challenges.
Cuts to HUD amid a housing crisis will harm efforts to address homelessness and housing affordability.
Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

HUD announces $2.5M in disaster recovery across three states

RUSH funding assists individuals experiencing homelessness in disaster areas, addressing unmet needs not covered by federal disaster relief programs.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Trump administation is wrong to cut disaster relief funds

HUD is underfunded and crucial for supporting American families facing housing challenges.
Cuts to HUD amid a housing crisis will harm efforts to address homelessness and housing affordability.
more#hud
#community-support
US news
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Deadly Kentucky floods will exacerbate existing housing issues

The recent floods in Kentucky have severely impacted already vulnerable communities, prompting emergency rescues and calls for federal aid.
US news
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Deadly Kentucky floods will exacerbate existing housing issues

The recent floods in Kentucky have severely impacted already vulnerable communities, prompting emergency rescues and calls for federal aid.
more#community-support
Science
fromScienceDaily
3 months ago

Combining millions of years of evolution with tech wizardry: The cyborg cockroach

Cyborg insects can effectively navigate complex environments, making them a promising alternative to traditional robots for disaster relief and inspections.
#eaton-fire
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

How GoFundMe Became a $250 Million Lifeline After the L.A. Fires

Tim Cadogan, CEO of GoFundMe, experienced a personal crisis with the Eaton fire, prompting an outpouring of over $250 million in donations.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

How GoFundMe Became a $250 Million Lifeline After the L.A. Fires

Tim Cadogan, CEO of GoFundMe, experienced a personal crisis with the Eaton fire, prompting an outpouring of over $250 million in donations.
more#eaton-fire
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