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Hurricanes are one of nature’s most powerful storms characterized by strong winds, storm surge, extreme rainfall and tornadoes. Hurricanes form over warm ocean water and can grow into massive systems that span hundreds of miles. These storms can affect areas far inland from where they make landfall, causing significant impacts to life and property. While a hurricane may only last a day or two, their effects can be felt for years.
Are you looking to enhance your community's disaster resilience and preparedness? Securing funding and resources from FEMA can be an essential step in building and maintaining critical infrastructure to withstand natural disasters. Here are three FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant programs focused on building community resilience.
A tornado tore through Jacksonville, Arkansas, in 2023, destroying the church Pastor Eddie Miller founded. Miller applied for FEMA assistance to rebuild the church.
Gymnasiums are much more than venues for sports games and physical training. They are shared spaces that bring people together and give communities the opportunity to gather.
Everyone has unique needs that require personal planning before disasters. For people with disabilities and those with caregivers, it is crucial to consider everyday needs and individual circumstances that will require heightened attention during disasters. Here are eight recommended actions that you and other individuals with disabilities can take to prepare for emergencies and disasters.
In today’s world, infrastructure is the foundation to much of our daily life, providing essential services and support to communities. Among these structures are dams, which play a critical role in offering water supplies, flood control and sometimes even hydroelectric power. The safety of these dams is crucial, as any failure can lead to catastrophic consequences.
FEMA-Funded Residential Property Voluntary Flood Buyouts give communities and individuals a way to increase their resilience. The mission of the program aligns with FEMA’s Year of Resilience, with a focus on building local capacity to withstand tomorrow’s hazards.
Intergovernmental Affairs Specialist Courtney McKinnon visits rural Alaska to learn more about how the Native Village of Kwigillingok is using FEMA resources like Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Direct Technical Assistance (DTA) to become more resilient.
Living near the coast has its perks, from picture-perfect views to being able to swim in the ocean. However, these advantages come with coastal hazards. Coastal areas are particularly vulnerable when it comes to disasters such as hurricanes, storm surges, flooding and erosion. When you prepare for these hazards, you can significantly reduce the risk to life, property and the environment.
After a disaster, FEMA works not only to help as many people as possible, but to provide help that is tailored to meet the unique needs of all survivors. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a guiding force for equality and accommodation for these efforts. One major way the ADA has shaped the agency is through recent changes to FEMA’s Individual Assistance program.
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