The Trump administration's plan to dismantle FEMA's Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program threatens proactive disaster preparedness efforts just as severe weather events cause significant devastation in the U.S. The BRIC program was established to provide funding for communities to prepare for disasters, yet the administration's internal memo indicates intentions to eliminate unawarded grants. This decision comes amidst reports of deadly tornadoes and flooding, raising concerns about the government's commitment to addressing the impacts of climate change and fostering resilience in vulnerable areas.
The decision to dismantle the BRIC program comes as catastrophic flooding and tornadoes devastate the Central United States, leading to fatalities. This highlights the need for proactive disaster readiness.
Despite immediate disaster response needs, the Trump administration’s move to cancel BRIC grants illustrates a short-sighted approach to climate adaptation in the face of increasing frequency of disastrous weather incidents.
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