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When Disaster Strikes, We're Here to Help
Download the FEMA app for real-time weather alerts, safety tips, and disaster resources -- all in the palm of your hand. Prepare, plan and stay safe, wherever you are.
Volunteer and Donate
After a disaster, people come together to help. To make the most of your contributions, follow guidelines for donating and volunteering responsibly.
Doing Business with FEMA
When disaster strikes, our goal is to contract with local businesses in the affected area.
Major Disaster Declaration: Arkansas
Individual assistance is now available for the areas affected by severe storms and tornadoes from March 14–15, 2025.
Major Disaster Declaration: Kentucky
Individual assistance is now available for the areas affected by ongoing severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides that started on April 2, 2025.
Major Disaster Declaration: Kentucky
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides on Feb. 14 - March 17, 2025.
Wildfire Preparedness
Wildfires spread quickly. Learn how to keep safe before they start.
2022-2026 FEMA Strategic Plan
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.