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.
Subtropical Storm Andrea May Test FEMA Hurricane Plans
FEMA gradually closing trailer city for 2017 wildfire survivors in Sonoma County
FEMA is gradually closing a makeshift neighborhood of trailers in Sonoma County, housing fire survivors who lost their homes in the 2017 firestorm.
FEMA Head Urges Americans to Better Prepare for Disasters
The acting head of FEMA, Pete Gaynor, is urging Americans to assume more responsibility for protecting themselves from natural disasters.
EDM Wednesday Briefing: Blizzard Warnings in Effect for at Least Six States
EDM Wednesday Briefing for April 10, 2019: The NWS has issued blizzard warnings for at least six states ahead of a historic storm and other news.
Recovery, Readiness Still 'Continuous Situation', Says Top FEMA Official
While the Federal Emergency Management Agency has a larger, permanent footprint in the Virgin Islands since hurricanes Irma and Maria, readiness for the upcoming hurricane season remains a work in progress and by no means a certainty.
EDM Monday Briefing: Chemical Leak Closes Houston Shipping Channel
Emergency and disaster management briefing for March 25, 2019: A chemical leak prompts an extended closure of the Houston Shipping Channel and other news.
EDM Friday Briefing: Cannabis Ingredient Found In School Food That Sent 28 To Hospital
Emergency and disaster management briefing for Feb. 22, 2019: THC was found in food after an incident that sent 28 students to the hospital – and more news.
Eyewitness Report: Hurricane Michael Recovery Efforts
EDM Digest reports exclusively on a FEMA employee who is going door to door to assist Floridians during recovery efforts from Hurricane Michael.