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#flooding
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

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

fromABC7 Chicago
2 weeks ago
Public health

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

fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

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

fromABC7 Chicago
2 weeks ago
Public health

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

#disaster-preparedness
DC food
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month 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
1 month 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.
#trump-administration
fromFast Company
1 month ago
US politics

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

US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

FEMA leader is out, amid questions over future of the agency

FEMA's acting administrator Cameron Hamilton has been replaced amidst calls from President Trump to eliminate the agency.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Washington DC

FEMA's acting administrator is replaced a day after congressional testimony

FEMA's future is uncertain amidst leadership changes and discussions of potential elimination.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 month 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 news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

FEMA leader is out, amid questions over future of the agency

FEMA's acting administrator Cameron Hamilton has been replaced amidst calls from President Trump to eliminate the agency.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

FEMA's acting administrator is replaced a day after congressional testimony

FEMA's future is uncertain amidst leadership changes and discussions of potential elimination.
#disaster-management
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Trump says he plans to phase out FEMA after 2025 hurricane season

Trump aims to dismantle FEMA post-hurricane season, shifting disaster recovery responsibilities to states.
#texas-floods
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago
US politics

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

fromJezebel
2 weeks ago
US politics

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

fromGothamist
1 week 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
2 weeks ago
Public health

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

fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
Public health

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

#disaster-relief
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Non-profit organizations

FEMA was starting to fix long-standing problems. Then came the Trump administration

fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Non-profit organizations

FEMA was starting to fix long-standing problems. Then came the Trump administration

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.
#donald-trump
#disaster-response
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 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
2 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks ago
US politics

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

fromTruthout
2 weeks ago
US politics

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

fromFortune
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
1 month ago
Online Community Development

Disaster relief needs community trust - authorities must earn it

Online Community Development
fromNature
1 month ago

Disaster relief needs community trust - authorities must earn it

FEMA's response to Hurricane Helene highlighted the need for improved community engagement to combat misinformation and build trust.
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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
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.
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.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

DOGE worker's old creds found in malware data dumps

I have no way of knowing exactly when Schutt's computer was hacked, or how many times. Evidence of infostealers means I fervently hope DOGE staff are not using personal machines to access government records.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

I will run right over you': New FEMA head issues warning to Trump critics

I alone in FEMA speak for FEMA. I'm here to carry out the president's intent for FEMA... If you're one of those 20 percent of people... I will run right over you.
US politics
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

FEMA's acting administrator is replaced a day after congressional testimony

FEMA leadership change occurs ahead of hurricane season amid debates on the agency's purpose and effectiveness.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Acting FEMA Head Summoned' to DHS and Fired Hours After Saying He Opposed Shuttering the Agency

Cameron Hamilton, FEMA's acting administrator, was fired after opposing the agency's elimination prior to hurricane season.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

In a race to clean up Altadena, businesses are on their own

"I can feel their pain," said Cortez; the sight of devastation nearby is a deterrent for potential diners, many still traumatized by the fire.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

FEMA declines to lease apartments for LA wildfire survivors: report

FEMA's inaction post-wildfire in Los Angeles County has left survivors struggling for housing despite claims of sufficient availability.
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