Kevin Guthrie discusses Florida’s hurricane preparedness, shifting disaster responses to block grants, and FEMA’s proposed funding changes at a press event.

WASHINGTON—The newly appointed head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency acknowledged in private meetings that with two weeks to go until hurricane season, the agency doesn’t yet have a ...

The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1, with President Donald Trump’s plans for FEMA still unclear. The president has said states, not the federal government, should handle disaster response.

With less than two months before the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, potential FEMA cuts couldn’t come at a worse time.Leading forecasters are already predicting another volatile season ...

Eleven requests for disaster declarations are pending at the agency — a sign that it is reducing disaster aid to states, ... FEMA faces backlog of emergency aid requests as hurricane season nears.

Still, reports from Arkansas of red tape struggles with Trump’s administration, and his calls to dismantle FEMA altogether, raise red flags as another active hurricane season looms, starting June 1.

This hurricane season is expected to be above average, and now, 20 years after Hurricane Katrina, Second Harvest and volunteers are preparing to jump into action if or when disaster strikes.Twenty ...

If you're worried about flooding this hurricane season, here are some ways to harden your home with flooding and climate change in mind.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency denied North Carolina's request for the agency to match 100% of the state funds for Helene cleanup, according to a letter sent from the acting FEMA ...

With hurricane season looming, UF Health Jacksonville is storm-ready—thanks to “Disaster Jen,” the fearless emergency manager leading critical drills and disaster response planning.

As hurricane season starts on June 1, here's a list of items you should have in your hurricane disaster supply kit. Skip Navigation. Share on Facebook; Share on SMS; Share on Email; Navigation.

Despite Hurricane Helene’s devastation, Georgia farmers have waited months for disaster relief funding. USDA promises funds by month’s end.