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In the United States, farming is a cornerstone of our economy and culture. When the increasing frequency and intensity of disasters affect farming, they can disrupt the way of life for many across the nation. Last October, Hurricane Milton made landfall on the west coast of Florida and had an extensive impact on the state’s agriculture and aquaculture industries. To help affected farmers, the state of Florida, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FEMA joined forces to host Farm Recovery Centers in eight counties from Dec. 3-13, 2024.
Tropical Storm Helene struck Western North Carolina during a peak time for tourists visiting the region to view its scenic fall foliage. As the severity and track of the storm became apparent, FEMA began working in North Carolina and across the southeastern U.S. to support the response and recovery efforts.
FEMA Office of Resilience visits communities affected by hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton to learn more about how communities can become more resilient.
FEMA has many career opportunities for those interested and passionate about starting and furthering a career in emergency management. The agency needs employees stationed all across the nation, from FEMA headquarters in D.C., to FEMA’s 10 regional offices nationwide, to individual communities with declared disasters or other needs.
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