When a child is abducted, every minute counts. The faster awareness is raised, the faster we can turn potential tragedies into happy endings.
During a disaster, FEMA connects people to the resources and help they need. One of the ways we do this is by partnering with voluntary, faith-based and non-governmental organizations. These organizations are often among the first to respond and provide on-the-ground support — making them crucial during disaster response.
Keeping warm is critical and can be challenging for community members who live alone, older adults, people with disabilities and those without access to shelter. If it’s safe to do so, check on your neighbors. Even a quick check-in can save a life.
Severe winter weather is affecting millions of people across the United States. Extreme cold, freezing rain and snow are just some of the risks you may be facing. Follow these tips to stay safe.
This weekend, dangerous freezing rain and heavy snow are expected to affect millions of people across the United States. Areas that rarely experience severe winter weather are in the potential path of the storm, including many states across the south.
Weeks before the winter holiday, communities across Washington began experiencing some of the most significant storms, heavy rain and flooding in the state’s history.
When temperatures drop, it’s important to prepare for winter weather risks to ensure the safety and comfort of yourself and your loved ones whether at home or on the road. Here are key steps you can take to stay #WinterReady.
The holidays are here, and while decorations, travel and meals together bring joy, they also come with risks. Follow these 15 tips to make the holidays safe and fun for everyone you gather.
Is your area prone to winter storms? Here are four ways you can prepare for winter weather challenges.
Tsunamis are one of the least-common natural hazards on Earth. However, when they happen, this dangerous and disastrous threat looms large. A new FEMA report warns that tsunamis could create more than $1 billion in average annualized losses. With more knowledge of their tsunami risk, emergency managers and communities can better identify and implement effective strategies to evacuate residents and reduce the risk to buildings in the tsunami hazard zone.