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Florida International University kicked off its 10th annual disaster field exercise today, marking a decade of preparing hundreds of students for careers in disaster management.
A federal-regional-state partnership can significantly reduce response time, minimize logistical challenges and save lives ...
Homeowners can take these steps to protect their properties from hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and hail, while also ...
In the event of a fire, activate the building’s fire alarm system BEFORE calling 911. Evacuate the building immediately. Refer to the Fire/Evacuation Procedures section for more information. Stay on ...
Republican South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden signed an executive order this week to plan for future disasters as the Trump ...
President Donald Trump said the federal government will begin shifting disaster funding and responsibilities to state ...
Discussions began in 2023 to create the Canadian version of the Federal Emergency Management Agency in the United States.
As North Carolina communities prepare for storm season, Duke Energy today announced new support for preparedness initiatives led by local emergency response organizations across the state.
SPOKANE, Wash., June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In response to dry summer conditions and increasing wildfire danger in the region, Avista is applying temporary changes to power line operations in ...
Sweeping cuts made by the Trump administration have already left the government unprepared for climate disasters.
It was a problem when the acting FEMA chief jokingly said he didn't know the U.S. has a hurricane season, but it wasn't the ...
The idea that state and local governments can step up and do what FEMA does is not only unrealistic, it’s reckless.