Emergency and disaster management briefing for August 21, 2019: Lincoln County declared a state of emergency ahead of Storm Area 51 events – and other news.
EDM Wednesday Briefing: As Part of National Preparedness Month, Malibu Set to Host CERT Training
Emergency and disaster management briefing for August 14, 2019: Malibu will hold free CERT training for National Preparedness Month – and other news.
EDM Monday Briefing: Rare Tornadoes Hit Amsterdam, Luxembourg
Emergency and disaster management briefing for August 12, 2019: Severe storms spawn rare tornadoes in Amsterdam and Luxembourg – and other news.
EDM Wednesday Briefing: Training Helps Ensure Disaster Preparedness
Emergency and disaster management briefing for August 7, 2019: Huntsville Hospital ensures preparedness by training for disasters – and other news.
EDM Monday Briefing: Mass Shootings in El Paso and Dayton Leave 31 Dead, More Than 50 Wounded
Emergency and disaster management briefing for August 5, 2019: Mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton leave 31 dead and more than 50 wounded – and other news.
FEMA Will Conduct A Nationwide Emergency Alert Test On August 7
There’s no need to lunge for the storm shelter when those annoying screeches belt out on televisions and radios across the country at 2:20 PM EDT on August 7. It’s just a test.
Residents hit by 2 hurricanes face wait for long-term funds
For displaced hurricane victims, the next step is seeking federal rebuilding funds administered by the state. They fear the process could take years.
EDM Friday Briefing: Tropical Storm Barry Set to Impact Gulf Coast
Emergency and disaster management briefing for July 12, 2019: Tropical Storm Barry set to impact the Gulf Coast late Friday or Saturday, officials caution smaller municipalities after a third city in Florida was hit by a cyberattack, and more stories in today's briefing.
Strong Job Market Hampers FEMA Hiring in Flood-Hit States
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is facing an unexpected challenge in meeting the needs of the many people affected by this spring's widespread flooding and violent storms: a strong economy.
Trump approves disaster declaration for parts of Missouri, bringing funds for repairs
President Trump approved a major disaster declaration request by Missouri Gov. Mike Parson that will provide federal assistance.