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DC food
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

David Richardson, keys to understanding the leader of FEMA

FEMA's acting administrator David Richardson's comments raise alarms regarding disaster preparedness amid an above-normal hurricane forecast.
DC food
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

David Richardson, keys to understanding the leader of FEMA

FEMA's acting administrator David Richardson's comments raise alarms regarding disaster preparedness amid an above-normal hurricane forecast.
#climate-change
fromFortune
4 days ago
Public health

'I was just dumbfounded': Trump kicks 15 high school students out of FEMA Youth Preparedness Council

Ashton Dolce actively campaigned for climate safety awareness and faced disappointment when the FEMA Youth Preparedness Council was abruptly terminated.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump is gutting environmental agencies. What does that mean for Americans?

Cuts to NOAA and FEMA hinder preparation and response to weather-related disasters.
fromFortune
4 days ago
Public health

'I was just dumbfounded': Trump kicks 15 high school students out of FEMA Youth Preparedness Council

US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump is gutting environmental agencies. What does that mean for Americans?

Cuts to NOAA and FEMA hinder preparation and response to weather-related disasters.
fromTruthout
1 week ago

FEMA Tells Staff to Work for ICE or Risk Getting Fired

FEMA reassigned staff to ICE with threats of termination for refusal, coinciding with ICE's aggressive hiring campaign.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

DHS took 5 days to fund Texas flooding hotline, federal records show

Flood survivors in Texas struggled to access federal aid hotline due to funding lapse caused by DHS administrative delays.
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Now ICE Is Raiding FEMA

The Trump administration prioritizes mass deportation over disaster response, affecting FEMA's operational capability.
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Combating Domestic Violent Extremism Is No Longer a FEMA Priority

FEMA grant recipients must re-categorize activities to align with new national priorities, moving away from domestic violent extremism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump administration cuts New York City's anti-terrorism funding days after skyscraper attack

Trump administration cuts New York City's terrorism prevention funding by $64 million despite rising security threats.
#disaster-relief
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months 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.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 week ago

Statue of Traitor to Be Reinstalled in DC; We're Going to Build a Nuclear Reactor on the Moon, Apparently; and Maybe You Would Enjoy a County Fair - Washingtonian

Efforts to redraw US state districts to give more seats to political parties intensified, with Texas Republicans voting to arrest Democrats who fled to prevent a quorum.
Washington DC
fromAxios
1 week ago

DHS denies tying FEMA funds to Israel stance

"FEMA grants remain governed by existing law and policy and not political litmus tests. DHS will enforce all anti-discrimination laws and policies, including as it relates to the BDS movement, which is expressly grounded in antisemitism."
US politics
fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago

Travis County proposes raising property taxes to pay for flood repairs - Austin Monitor

Travis County is expected to raise property taxes by 9.12% to fund flood repairs, potentially costing homeowners an additional $200.
#flooding
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

fromABC7 Chicago
1 month ago
Public health

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

fromABC7 Chicago
1 month ago
Public health

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

#trump-administration
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Trump to phase out FEMA at end of 2025 hurricane season: Here's what the agency actually does and who will feel the impact

Trump intends to phase out FEMA, shifting disaster management responsibilities to state governments after the 2025 hurricane season.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Trump to phase out FEMA at end of 2025 hurricane season: Here's what the agency actually does and who will feel the impact

Trump intends to phase out FEMA, shifting disaster management responsibilities to state governments after the 2025 hurricane season.
#disaster-management
#texas-floods
fromJezebel
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Says Kristi Noem Def Didn't Delay Texas Flood Response-Because He Saw Her on TV

fromJezebel
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Says Kristi Noem Def Didn't Delay Texas Flood Response-Because He Saw Her on TV

fromGothamist
1 month ago

New York slams Trump for FEMA cuts as state recovers from flash flooding

New Yorkers depend on quality roads, floodwalls and other vital infrastructure to keep them safe when disaster strikes. This administration has no authority to cut this program that has helped save countless lives.
US politics
#texas-flooding
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Public health

Map Shows Texas Girls' Camp Where Dozens Drowned Was Located in High-Risk Flood Zone

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Public health

Map Shows Texas Girls' Camp Where Dozens Drowned Was Located in High-Risk Flood Zone

#donald-trump
#disaster-response
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Kristi Noem Laughs Off Criticism of Her Texas Flood Response

Cost-cutting measures delayed urgent rescue operations after devastating floods, requiring Secretary Noem's sign-off for expenditures above $100,000.
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

Trump's Texas response looks a lot like the FEMA he just promised to begin 'phasing out'

Trump's administration highlights a swift federal response to Texas floods while moving away from proposed FEMA reforms.
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Trump's Texas response looks a lot like the FEMA he just promised to begin 'phasing out'

#emergency-management
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

FEMA isn't prepared for hurricane season, acting director concedes

Cameron Hamilton's appointment as FEMA's acting chief raises concerns about the agency's preparedness and leadership qualifications.
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

FEMA isn't prepared for hurricane season, acting director concedes

Cameron Hamilton's appointment as FEMA's acting chief raises concerns about the agency's preparedness and leadership qualifications.
#flood-risk
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Flood risk is widespread in the U.S. Few people have insurance for it

Flood insurance coverage in the U.S. is critically low, with only 4% of homeowners holding policies despite widespread flooding.
#kristi-noem
fromTruthout
1 month ago
US politics

DHS Head Kristi Noem Prioritized Instagram Pics Over FEMA Requests for Response to Texas Floods

fromTruthout
1 month ago
US politics

DHS Head Kristi Noem Prioritized Instagram Pics Over FEMA Requests for Response to Texas Floods

fromFortune
1 month ago

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

Federal regulators allowed Camp Mystic to operate without adequate flood safety measures despite its location in a designated flood zone.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

Regulators granted exemptions for Camp Mystic, allowing construction in a flood-prone area, leading to a tragic loss during severe flooding.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

As Texas cleans up, ex-officials say Fema has eroded capacity' for multiple disasters

Fema is dangerously underresourced and overstretched in the event of further natural catastrophes due to a mass staff exodus, plunging morale, and loss of leadership.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Trump to tour Texas flood damage as the scope of the disaster tests his pledge to shutter FEMA

Trump's focus on the human tragedy caused by the flooding has shifted attention away from his previous promises to eliminate FEMA and shift disaster response to the states.
US politics
#homeland-security
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Kerr County struggled to fund flood warnings. Under Trump, it's getting even harder

Kerr County previously planned a flood warning system to alert residents to rising waters, but struggled to secure funding from FEMA due to high demand and limited resources.
US news
#hurricane-helene
fromNature
2 months ago
Online Community Development

Disaster relief needs community trust - authorities must earn it

US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Is Alligator Alcatraz' detention centre funded by Florida hurricane money?

FEMA funds are being redirected to build a new immigration detention facility in Florida, raising concerns about disaster relief funding.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Dismantling FEMA May Worsen Mental Health Outcomes

Survivors of natural disasters face increased depression and PTSD.
Repeated disasters and loss amplify mental health risks.
Cuts to FEMA could worsen mental health outcomes.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump's parade, FEMA phase out, and Warner Bros. Discovery divorces ... itself?

Trump's military parade has significant monetary costs.
FEMA might face prospective budget cuts or phased-down operations.
Warner Bros. Discovery is undergoing notable organizational changes.
#disaster-aid
Marketing tech
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Xactus integrates flood compliance with ICE mortgage servicing

FEMA's flood map updates impact compliance for servicers, which can now automate status updates to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Trump's favorite expression: 'I don't know'

Leadership incompetence undermines disaster management preparedness.
Frequent use of 'I don't know' reflects a trend in government accountability issues.
Understanding of critical topics is essential for effective leadership.
NYC LGBT
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Amelia Earhart's Turbulent Relationship

Amelia Earhart's final flights were marked by recklessness influenced by her husband, leading to perilous situations beyond her flying capabilities.
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

FEMA Is Becoming Unreliable. Who Will Handle Disaster Relief?

The Saharan Air Layer significantly affects weather patterns, and its dust can suppress the formation of tropical storms and hurricanes, impacting hurricane season outcomes positively.
SF politics
#hurricane-season
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Acting FEMA chief told staff he didn't know about U.S. hurricane season

Concerns grow over FEMA's leadership competency amidst significant staff reductions and upcoming hurricane season.
SF politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

As Hurricane Season Looms, FEMA Is Being Torn to Shreds

FEMA faces severe budget cuts and understaffing just before hurricane season, raising concerns over state preparedness for disasters.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Trump's FEMA Chief Reportedly Didn't Know US Has a Hurricane Season

The Trump administration's cuts have left the government unprepared for the upcoming hurricane season.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Acting FEMA chief told staff he didn't know about U.S. hurricane season

Concerns grow over FEMA's leadership competency amidst significant staff reductions and upcoming hurricane season.
SF politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

As Hurricane Season Looms, FEMA Is Being Torn to Shreds

FEMA faces severe budget cuts and understaffing just before hurricane season, raising concerns over state preparedness for disasters.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Rep. Judy Chu and advocates push FEMA for more housing assistance for Eaton Fire survivors

Federal agencies are urged to provide more housing assistance for victims of the Eaton Fires.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Elon Musk's DOGE Cuts Might Leave You Stranded After a Disaster

Over the Memorial Day weekend, severe thunderstorms are projected to slam middle and southern states, stretching from Nebraska down to Texas and out to Florida.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

House Democrat Warns FEMA Is Going to Fail This Summer' Due to Funding Cuts

FEMA risks failing this summer due to budget cuts and management issues, jeopardizing disaster response efforts.
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

California FEMA earthquake retrofit grants canceled, imperiling critical work, Schiff says

The Trump administration's cancellation of $33 million in earthquake retrofit funding for California raises significant safety concerns.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

FEMA Has Not Been on the Ground': St. Louis Mayor Pleads For Federal Aid in Wake of Devastating Tornado

St. Louis is urgently requesting federal assistance following a devastating tornado that resulted in fatalities and injuries.
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