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FEMA's quick Texas response was 'the exception' as backlog grows under Trump
As natural disasters like flooding, tornadoes and landslides piled up this spring, FEMA accumulated a backlog of disaster ...
FEMA grants federal funds to aid in fighting Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has authorized federal funds to help cover the costs of fighting the Monroe Canyon ...
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Monroe County drops out of landmark climate compact, cuts emergency roles amid fears over FEMA cuts
County commissioners in the Florida Keys agreed to withdraw from the South Florida Regional Climate Compact, as well as ...
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New York slams Trump for FEMA cuts as state recovers from flash flooding
Waters rushed into subway stations, making for hellish commutes, and the flash floods killed two people in New Jersey and ...
Noem takes heat on Texas amid doubts over FEMA flood response
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem is under fire amid reports of a botched disaster response effort in Texas, one that the editorial board of the state’s biggest newspaper is comparing to ...
FEMA funding cuts impact communities' ability to fix infrastructure before next major weather event
Chantal caused catastrophic flooding and six deaths in central North Carolina. Orange County leaders said the cost of repairs ...
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US senator seeks release of delayed security funds from FEMA
The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency must release months-overdue funding notices for security grants that help cities ...
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New York City Challenges FEMA's Termination of $351 Million in Disaster Preparedness Grants
New York City challenges FEMA's decision to withdraw $351 million in BRIC emergency preparedness grants, emphasizing the ...