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Featured News
FEMA Podcast: Episode 142
Dive into the One Health approach, a holistic strategy that aims to sustainably balance human, animal and environmental health.
#WinterReady Extreme Cold Summit, Dec. 13, 2024
Learn about actions state, local, tribal, territorial leaders can take to reduce the effects of extreme temperatures.
How FEMA Works
Our mission is to help people before, during and after disasters. Here's what you can expect from FEMA in each stage.
Major Disaster Declaration: West Virginia
Individual assistance is now available for the areas affected by Post-Tropical Storm Helene on Sept. 25-28, 2024.
Major Disaster Declaration: New Mexico
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms and flooding on Oct. 19-20, 2024
Major Disaster Declaration: Alaska
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by flooding on Aug. 5-6, 2024
Major Disaster Declaration: Florida
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by Hurricane Milton starting on Oct. 5, 2024.
Priorities
Disaster Response & Recovery
Lead and coordinate federal response efforts after disasters and emergencies.
Equity
Instill equity as a foundation of emergency management.
Climate Resilience
Lead whole of community in climate resilience.
Readiness
Promote and sustain a ready FEMA and prepared nation.