How Vermont lost track of millions in FEMA flood recovery funds
As the federal government pushes more disaster recovery responsibilities onto states like Vermont, they are “sitting ducks” for contractors.
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The people behind America’s disaster recovery
From cleanup crews to powerline techs, these are the disaster recovery workers called in after catastrophe.
Watchdog agency says Trump violated law for sixth time in withholding FEMA funds
Trump once again engaged in illegality by withholding FEMA funds. How long before the GAO is shut down?
Frequent extreme weather events means more disaster recovery scams
As extreme weather becomes more frequent, so too have post-disaster contractor scams like excessive billing and shoddy repairs.
FEMA Failed to Make Grant Payments to BRIC, a Critical Disaster Program
Democratic AGs say FEMA failed to pay BRIC grants. BRIC, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, is a critical disaster program.
Clearing debris after a storm is big business. For some communities, it’s also a burden.
How the necessary work of clearing debris can make an even bigger mess.
FEMA staffers reassigned to ICE
Trump had FEMA staffers reassigned to ICE so they can help with his mass deportation policy. While there are still states waiting for federal aid, he previously said that disaster relief should fall to the states and that he hopes to eliminate FEMA altogether.
“Nobody came”: Hill Country flood survivors recount anguish, neglect during emotional hearing
Residents told state lawmakers about what they’ve lost and the hardships they’re experiencing almost a month after the July 4 disaster devastated the region.
FEMA acting chief defends response to Texas flood catastrophe as ‘outstanding’
The acting chief of FEMA appointed by President Trump says the response to Texas floods was “outstanding.”
Michigan hit by ice storms in March. Trump just now approved disaster aid
The winter ice storms lasted three days in March, resulting in severe ice accumulation In Northern Michigan.
Kristi Noem in Panic Mode After FEMA Data Reveals Catastrophic Mistake
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem is in a panic after FEMA data reveals mistakes made in the response to the Texas flash floods.
Kristi Noem Delayed the FEMA Response in Texas
Kristi Noem delayed the FEMA response for 72 hours when they couldn't react with immediate rescue efforts until Noem signed off on funds.
Disaster 101: How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster
With a government that is incompetent as it guts funding and personnel for essential services, it’s necessary for us to prepare for natural disasters.
Trump Drops Deadly Decision, Satellite Termination Sparks Massive Panic
The Trump administration sparked panic when it announced an end to a DOD satellite program used to warn states of incoming hurricanes and tornados.
States Fear Critical Funding From FEMA May Be Drying Up
Many states rely on the federal government for the vast majority of their emergency management funding. Now, local leaders are looking for clues about the money — and the future of FEMA itself.
States still awaiting federal disaster aid decisions as storms roll in
Multiple states bordering the Mississippi River are still waiting for federal disaster aid decisions.
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