News, Media & Events: Tennessee

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Dec 7, 2022 EST - Dec 8, 2023 12:00 a.m. EST
Virtual
Wednesday- Federal Resume Workshop - FEMA Recruitment Team
Federal Resume Workshop - West Coast Monthly Zoom presentation provided by FEMA Webinars will be every First Wednesday of each month. Topics Include: FEMA Overview Federal Resume Writing Tips Navigating USAJobs Additional Resources

Jan 31, 2023 EST - Jan 31, 2023 8:00 p.m. EST
Virtual
RAPT Community of Practice Webinar
Join us for a community of practice event and live demonstration of the Resilience Analysis and Planning Tool (RAPT),

Jan 31, 2023 EST - Jan 31, 2023 8:00 p.m. EST
Virtual
Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) Outreach Series for HSGP Applicants and Stakeholders
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) invites all potential HSGP applicants and sub-applicants (inclusive of the State Homeland Security Program, Urban Area Security Initiative, and Operation Stonegarden) to participate in one of the upcoming technical assistance webinars regarding the fiscal year (FY) 2023 HSGP. The FY 2023 HSGP will provide $1.12 billion in funding support to state, local, and territorial governments for security-related activities to prevent, prepare for, protect against, and respond to terrorist attacks.

Preparedness Tips

A few inches of water in a 1,000-square foot home could cost more than $10,000 in repairs and replacement of personal possessions. Homeowner’s insurance doesn’t cover most floods. Learn more about flood insurance.

Press Releases and Fact Sheets

National Incident Management Assistance Team is Now Hiring

The Field Leadership Directorate, within the Office of Response and Recovery at FEMA, is searching for experienced disaster management leaders for the launch of a new National Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT) focused on Homeland Security Incidents. This team will be tasked with responding to incidents that fall outside of the authorities of the Stafford Act but require a coordinated federal or DHS response.
illustration of page of paper Fact Sheets | January 10, 2023

The Life You’ve Built Is Worth Protecting

Create a lasting legacy for yourself and your family. Prepare now for future disasters. September is National Preparedness Month, a reminder of the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. FEMA is working to ensure that all communities and populations have access to information about how to prepare.
illustration of page of paper Press Release | August 31, 2022

Recovery Continues in Middle Tennessee One Year after Devastating Flood

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The flooding in August 2021 was unlike what most people in Middle Tennessee had ever seen. In 12 hours on Aug. 21, between 10 and 15 inches of rain fell on four counties, as much as one-quarter of the total annual rainfall for the area.
illustration of page of paper Press Release | August 19, 2022
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