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Earthquake Preparedness

We joined millions around the world on October 21 for the Great ShakeOut. Earthquakes can happen any time of the year without warning and aftershocks may occur for hours, days, or even months after. Practice how to Drop, Cover and Hold On to prepare.

Learn How to Prepare

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Individual Assistance

$1.5 B

Grants to disaster survivors (in billions) so far in 2021.

2021 Mitigation Grants

951

Number of hazard mitigation assistance sub-grants awarded so far in calendar year 2021.

2021 Disaster Declarations

104

Disaster declarations for states and counties. See the Declarations.

2021 Fire Incidents

Fire Incidents for states and counties. See the incidents.