Emergency Management
Several major cities allege that the Trump administration imposed “unlawful and unrelated conditions” on more than $100M in public safety grants
A new after-action review says agencies were overwhelmed, the EOC was largely ineffective, alert tools went underused and outdated policies delayed orders, echoing Woolsey-era warnings as west Altadena burned during the Eaton fire.
LAFD Interim Chief Ronnie Villanueva said crews “cold-trailed” the 8-acre fire and didn’t use thermal cameras, a decision critics call “hard to justify”
Dozens are missing after flash floods hit Texas Hill Country, triggering rescue efforts and scrutiny over warning systems
Search crews continued to scour the area using helicopters, boats and drones to rescue any survivors stranded in the deadly flood waters
Experts warn that under Trump, FEMA could approve fewer major disaster declarations and deliver slower, reduced responses
Conquer stressful calls, identify treatment challenges and pitfalls, and use technology to its best potential to save lives this summer and beyond
To reduce wildfire risk, the Santa Rosa Fire Department is deploying over 1,000 goats and sheep to graze 130 acres of dry brush across city sites
Flash flooding in northern West Virginia killed five after intense rains overwhelmed infrastructure, swept away vehicles, and forced residents to flee
Firefighters accounted for all reported missing after rescuing over 70 people across the city
Jeremy Greenberg’s resignation follows a wave of leadership changes at FEMA as Trump urges states to reduce dependence on federal disaster support
President Donald Trump said the federal government will begin shifting disaster funding and responsibilities to state governors after this hurricane season
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With a busy Atlantic hurricane season expected, lawmakers are raising concerns about emergency readiness and public safety
From gathering necessities to understanding the hazards once the winds have ceased, these seven steps will ensure your community is prepared for a major storm
The Emergency Management and Response — Information Sharing and Analysis Center will cease operations on June 1 amid cost reviews and federal restructuring directives
Forecasters expect an active Atlantic hurricane season, with up to 19 storms and five major hurricanes likely
Months after the Eaton Fire claimed 18 lives, emerging evidence points to critical failures in decision-making and communication
Amid storm damage and power outages, Tri-Township firefighters used Facebook to keep residents informed, coordinate wellness checks and manage emergency calls
Greene County officials shut down the Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company amid an ongoing investigation into undisclosed claims
The IAFC has formed a task force to ensure fire and EMS agencies have a voice in the future of emergency response and disaster preparedness
A plan to centralize federal firefighting under the Interior Department is raising alarms over weakened wildfire response, higher risks and rising costs
Residents in Kentucky and Missouri are assessing damage as more severe weather and potential tornadoes are forecast in the coming days
Is your department ready to launch a natural disaster response amid reduced staffing and backup systems?
Severe flash flooding across western Maryland prompts rescues from cars, houses, schools and businesses
FEMA’s planned shift of disaster recovery duties comes as the Trump administration pushes to downsize federal operations, 17 days ahead of a hurricane season expected to bring above-average storm activity
Researchers are developing AI systems that analyze social media posts during emergencies to help responders act faster
FEMA’s new acting chief, a former Marine, warned staff not to resist upcoming changes and signaled a shift of more responsibility to states during a blunt first meeting
A logistics team is essential for streamlining larger, more complex operations
Mount Pleasant, N.C. was set to receive $4 million for storm protection and revitalization before FEMA scrapped the BRIC program, leaving critical projects in limbo nationwide.
The bipartisan FEMA Review Council, now co-chaired by Kristi Noem and Pete Hegseth, will lead efforts in reforming and streamlining the nation’s emergency response system
A wildfire spanning over 20 square miles in New Jersey’s Lacey and Ocean townships has prompted evacuations
A fast-moving wildfire in Ocean County has threatened over 1,000 structures and caused thousands to evacuate
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