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FEMA announced approximately $715 million in new project selections to eliminate or reduce flood damage. The funding, which comes through FEMA’s Flood Mitigation Assistance program will help communities across the nation enhance resilience to extreme weather events.
Through this program, FEMA provides funding to states, local communities, Tribal Nations and territories to reduce or eliminate the risk of repetitive flood damage to buildings insured under the National Flood Insurance Program.
The announcement also aligns with FEMA’s 2024 Year of Resilience campaign, as well as the goals of the National Climate Resilience Framework, and will help build capacity to withstand tomorrow’s hazards. As part of FEMA’s strategic goal to promote and sustain a ready nation, FEMA enhanced geographic distributions with more than 60 new selections.
This is the 30th anniversary of the Flood Mitigation Assistance program, created in 1994. Approximately $2 billion has been obligated by FEMA to address the nation’s costliest annual disaster.
All 197 project selections are in National Flood Insurance Program participating communities located in 25 states. In addition to flood control activities, the selections will reduce risk to individual properties through actions like elevations, acquisitions and mitigation reconstruction of buildings insured by NFIP.
More than 775 buildings will be protected to prevent future strain on homeowners and reduce future claims payments from the National Flood Insurance Program.
The selections complement a July announcement of $1 billion through FEMA’s Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program and a recent $300 million in funding through Flood Mitigation Assistance’s Swift Current opportunity to make the nation more resilient to natural hazards. Both programs provide climate resilience funding to help address increased demand for federal funds to address the climate crisis.
Aligning with the President’s Justice40 Initiative, these efforts will advance the goal that 40% of the overall benefits of certain covered federal investments go to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution. For this cycle, FEMA almost tripled the amount of funding for disadvantaged communities from 16% in FY21 to more than 50% for a total of $367 million.
For more information and a list of selections, visit FEMA.gov.
The Department of Homeland Security announced the availability of $279.9 million in grant funding forthe Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program. Now in its third year, this program provides funding to state, local and territorial (SLT) governments to help reduce cyber risk and build resilience against evolving cybersecurity threats. Established by the State and Local Cybersecurity Improvement Act, and part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the grant program provides approximately $1 billion in funding over four years to support SLT governments as they develop capabilities to detect, protect against and respond to cyber threats.
“In the modern threat landscape, every community can -- and too often does -- face sophisticated cyberattacks on vital systems like hospitals, schools and electrical grids,” said Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas. “The Department of Homeland Security's State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program empowers key intergovernmental partners with the tools and support necessary to increase resilience and better secure critical infrastructure. Our message to communities everywhere is simple: Do not underestimate the reach or ruthlessness of nefarious cyber actors. Through initiatives like the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program we can confront these threats together."
FEMA and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) jointly administer this program. FEMA manages the grant award and allocation process while CISA provides expertise and guidance on cybersecurity issues. Award recipients may use funding for a wide range of cybersecurity improvements and capabilities, including cybersecurity planning and exercising, hiring cyber personnel and improving the services that citizens rely on daily.
"FEMA is committed to helping our partners address and withstand cybersecurity threats to both infrastructure and systems," said FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell. "Thanks to funding from the Biden-Harris Administration, state, local, tribal and territorial governments will be able to build their capacity to better protect themselves from evolving cyber threats."
“These cyber grants are an investment in the security of our nation's infrastructure, helping to ensure that communities across the country have the tools they need to defend against cyberattacks,” said CISA Director Jen Easterly. “CISA is proud to offer the grant program, helping governments lay a solid foundation for building a sustainable and resilient cybersecurity program for the future.”
Eligible entities have from Sept. 23 until Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, at 5 p.m. ET to apply for funds, via FEMA GO. For more information and helpful resources on the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program, visit CISA’s webpage: cisa.gov/cybergrants.
FEMA is honored to feature seven Congressional co-chairs for this year's National Preparedness Month. Their bipartisan collaboration and commitment to promoting preparedness across the nation and in their districts supports a nation more resilient to emergencies and disasters.
Visit to read quotes from all 19 Congressional co-chairs.
Congressional Support for National Preparedness Month
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Rep. Rick Larsen (WA), Ranking Member, Transportation & Infrastructure Committee. “Keeping loved ones safe during an emergency starts with a conversation,” said Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), the lead Democrat on the Transportation & Infrastructure Committee. “In the Pacific Northwest, communities must prepare for everything nature throws our way, from floods and wildfires to earthquakes and tsunamis. By having a plan now, you will be ready to protect you and your family when disaster strikes.”
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Del. James Moylan (Guam), Member, House Armed Services Committee: Subcommittee on Readiness. “I am both ecstatic and proud to be the Congressional Co- Chair for this year’s FEMA National Preparedness Month. This initiative is crucial in educating and empowering communities to be ready for natural disasters and emergencies. In 2023, my district was adversely impacted by Super Typhoon Mawar, which left many homes and businesses demolished, families displaced and schools left in shambles. It is our responsibility to ensure that our residents are properly prepared. I am confident that with the help of FEMA and other federal partners, we can create a more alert and resilient community.’’
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Rep. Adam Smith (WA), Ranking Member, House Armed Services Committee. "In the Pacific Northwest, preparing for natural disasters—ranging from wildfires to earthquakes—is crucial. With the increasing frequency and intensity of these events, dedicating time and resources to preventive measures is more important than ever. National Preparedness Month offers a valuable chance to evaluate and enhance our readiness for emergencies. It’s an ideal time to update emergency plans, put together disaster kits and stay informed about local risks. As a Co-Chair for the 2024 National Preparedness Month, I am proud to collaborate with FEMA to advance disaster preparedness and help our communities stay safe."
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Rep. Mark Takano (CA), Ranking Member, House Veterans’ Affairs Committee. “As a Co-Chair of FEMA’s National Preparedness Month on AANHPI Readiness, I urge everyone—especially those in the AANHPI community— to prepare for disasters. Just this past year, my community has faced the impacts of fast-moving wildfires, flooding brought on by Hurricane Hillary and rising temperatures. As the severity and frequency of disasters increase, having a plan to prepare and protect communities is vital to staying resilient. I hope all Americans join me in raising awareness to fairer disaster preparedness, response and recovery.”
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Rep. Dina Titus (NV), Ranking Member, Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management Subcommittee. “From hurricanes to intense heat waves, natural disasters are becoming more frequent, more severe and more expensive due to climate change. We must continue to reduce carbon emissions that are driving climate change, but we also must act now to protect our most vulnerable citizens. Seniors and minority communities are especially at risk. In my state of Nevada and elsewhere, the Asian community is the fastest-growing segment of our population. Many in the Asian population live in areas that are ‘heat islands,’ surrounded by pavement and buildings that absorb and radiate heat, raising ambient temperatures even higher on our hottest days. To ensure equal protection for all our citizens, I have introduced legislation to give FEMA and local communities more tools to address the effects of extreme heat. As Ranking Member of the House subcommittee that oversees FEMA, I want to give FEMA the resources it needs to address all natural disasters but especially immediate ones like extreme heat that are putting more lives at risk every day.”
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Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (MS), Ranking Member, Committee on Homeland Security. “The threat of climate change is making the natural disasters we face more frequent and more intense,” said Ranking Member Thompson. “To combat this, the Federal government must constantly work to improve our readiness, preparedness and resilience so we can be sure no one is left behind when disaster strikes – and ensure that recovery outcomes are equitable. Everyone, especially those who are disproportionally impacted by disasters like racial minorities, rural communities, low-income communities, tribes, individuals with disabilities, seniors and children, must be included in emergency preparation, response and recovery efforts. I am honored to serve as Co-Chair during the 2024 National Preparedness Month and look forward to working with the Administration to ensure our communities are prepared for future disasters.”
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Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI), Member, House Committee on Agriculture. “In Hawaii, we are raised from a young age to be prepared for disasters. Never turn your back to the ocean, listen for the emergency sirens and be prepared with food and supplies. From hurricanes to wildfires to tsunamis, we've seen the power of Mother Nature. And, being in the middle of the Pacific, we know that help is often at least 72 hours away. As we face an active hurricane season and the growing threat of wildfires, the most important step each of us can take to protect ourselves and our loved ones is to create an emergency plan now. Make sure your family knows what to do when disasters strike and help your community -- including neighbors, kūpuna, and those who are more vulnerable -- by checking in on them as part of your disaster response plan. Disaster preparedness is our shared kuleana.”
As part ongoing efforts to reduce flooding, FEMA has announced that 12 states and one territory are eligible for up to $205 million in funding to reduce flood risks. The funding is available through the fiscal year 2024 Swift Current funding opportunity, totaling $300 million, made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Dedicated funding is distributed on a rolling basis to state, local, territorial and Tribal governments for projects after presidentially declared flood events. Eligible projects include property acquisition, demolition, elevation and relocation for buildings insured through the National Flood Insurance Program.
The amounts below have been set-aside to the following states and territory:
- Florida, $40 million.
- Hawaii, $10 million.
- Iowa, $20 million.
- Minnesota, $10 million.
- Mississippi, $10 million.
- Missouri, $10 million.
- Nebraska, $10 million.
- New Hampshire, $20 million.
- Puerto Rico, $5 million.
- South Dakota, $10 million.
- Tennessee, $10 million.
- Texas, $40 million.
- Vermont, $10 million.
FEMA will distribute funding on a rolling basis as eligible applicants submit applications until the total available funding amount of $300 million is exhausted. These are the first activations for this funding cycle which closes in late-May 2025.
This is the third round of Swift Current funding. This announcement complements 22 applicants eligible for the $300 million Fiscal Year (FY) 23 funding opportunity. In the first year of Swift Current, four applicants affected by Hurricane Ida were selected in a $60 million funding opportunity.
To strengthen America’s climate resilience, President Biden secured more than $50 billion for climate resilience and adaptation through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act and established a National Climate Resilience Framework, which is advancing locally tailored, community-driven climate resilience strategies. The funding announced today comes from the $3.5 billion provided for the Flood Mitigation Assistance program through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Swift Current is designed to get funding distributed as soon as possible after a declared flood-related disaster to help communities implement resilience activities to reduce their flood risk. This funding will support National Flood Insurance Program policyholders who have experienced repetitive or substantial flood-damage to eligible buildings. Each of the states had a presidentially declared major disaster related to flooding since June 2024.
FEMA continues to help build local capacity to withstand future events. The announcement aligns with the FEMA 2024 Year of Resilience theme to build local capacity to withstand tomorrow’s hazards.
This announcement advances the President’s Justice40 Initiative, which set a goal to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that have been marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution. Swift Current provides more equitable access to mitigation grants by increasing the federal cost share for eligible applicants above the standard 75% cost share up to 100% to support disadvantaged communities that often face challenges meeting their non-federal match.
FEMA will work with states, the District of Columbia, Tribal Nations and territories to explore their participation during the FY24 application period. Potential applicants who have questions may contact their FEMA regional office, while interested subapplicants should contact their state or territory hazard mitigation officer.
As part of FEMA, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is proud to join the nation in recognizing National Preparedness Month, which occurs every September. It represents an opportunity to raise awareness annually about the importance of being ready for emergencies and disasters.
This year’s theme, “Start a Conversation,” encourages individuals to discuss preparedness before a disaster strikes. By starting these conversations today, we can empower ourselves and our communities to face emergencies with confidence and resilience. Taking steps to prepare for disasters and build resilience now is critical for those impacted by disasters and other emergencies, including – but not limited to – flooding.
Natural disasters can strike at any time, often with little warning, and floods remain one of the most common and costly disasters in the United States. From coastal storms to heavy rainfall, the threat of flooding is real for millions of Americans. One of the most effective ways to prepare for a flood is to purchase flood insurance through the NFIP.
While many people believe that their homeowners or renters insurance covers flood damage, the reality is that these policies typically do not. Without flood insurance, you could be left paying out-of-pocket for costly repairs, which can be financially devastating. Flood insurance provides peace of mind, knowing that you’re protected in the event of a flood.
The NFIP provides a variety of resources to help individuals prepare for a flood. Several materials are available in Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese, and all resources are available in English and Spanish. These materials provide actionable information in multiple languages to empower more people to protect themselves against the financial risks of flooding as part of their overall preparedness plan.
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In the aftermath of the tragic terrorist attacks on September 11th, FEMA answered the nation’s call to action, establishing the first National Incident Management System (NIMS) on March 1, 2004. NIMS serves to build capabilities at all levels of government, non-governmental organizations and the private sector and to enhance unity of effort in incident response.
Before NIMS, the emergency response community had long recognized the need for standardized incident management guidance—particularly when responding to major incidents that required collaboration between multiple organizations and jurisdictions. Key events such as California’s 1970 wildfire season—which consisted of 700 individual fires and raged for 13 days—helped underscore and advance efforts to build a shared multijurisdictional, multiagency incident management system.
Reflecting on 20 years of NIMS in practice, FEMA has worked with community members to ensure the system remains broadly applicable. NIMS stakeholders themselves are largely responsible for the success of this bedrock incident management system. Hundreds of people over the years have lent their knowledge, experiences and expertise to inform updates to resources, as well as to recommend innovations—including new guidance, tools and technologies. No matter the size, complexity or requirements of a specific incident, the emergency management community relies on NIMS—a common, shared approach—to support effective and efficient response.
The 20 Years of NIMS report released today reflects on the history of NIMS and describes how, over time, communities shaped NIMS into the comprehensive guidance it is today. The report also includes system updates and our outreach to not only stakeholders here in the U.S. but also to the global community though the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance.
In addition to Administrator Criswell’s call to action in the Annual Planning Guidance, the report aims to highlight and support the Resilience Leadership Intent and the Year of Resilience.
- Annual Planning Guidance: Goal 3: Promote and Sustain a Ready FEMA & Prepared Nation.
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Resilience Leadership Intent: Priority 3: Establish FEMA’s leadership role in building national, community and individual resilience.
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Year of Resilience: Objective 3: Behavior: FEMA stakeholders that would benefit from access to FEMA resources employ FEMA resources to build capacity.
- National Preparedness Directorate Blueprint for Success; Pillar 3.3.8: NIMS Guidance.
We hope this report propels all stakeholders and communities to further their education on emergency responder systems, training and other resources that are used in our response to disasters. To learn more about NIMS, visit National Incident Management System | FEMA.gov.
FEMA has joined the Sentinel Landscapes Partnership as part of its Federal Coordinating Committee. FEMA’s Office of Resilience joins the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of the Interior (DOI) in designating sentinel landscapes to support mutually beneficial land-use and climate resilience around military installations across the country.
Founded by the USDA, DOD and DOI in 2013, the Sentinel Landscapes Partnership’s mission is to strengthen military readiness, conserve natural resources, bolster agricultural and forestry economies, increase public access to outdoor recreation, and enhance resilience to climate change. FEMA joins the Federal Coordinating Committee following the signing of an addendum to the Sentinel Landscapes Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
“FEMA’s partnership with the Sentinel Landscapes underscores our dedication to building climate resilience in every community,” said FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell. “By joining this initiative, we are reinforcing our commitment to protecting vital landscapes that not only support our environment but also serve as natural defenses against disasters. This collaboration will enhance our ability to work alongside other federal agencies, state and local partners to implement innovative strategies that safeguard both our natural resources and the people who rely on them.”
The Sentinel Landscapes Partnership has designated 18 sentinel landscapes in areas of strategic importance. Through Fiscal Year (FY) 2022, projects across sentinel landscapes have attracted approximately $335 million in USDA funds, $233 million in DOD funds, $92 million in DOI funds, $341 million in state funds, $26 million in local funds and $142 million in private funds. These contributions have permanently protected 677,100 acres of land through FY 2022 and enrolled over 4.4 million acres in financial and technical assistance programs in FY 2022 alone.
FEMA's Continuous Improvement Technical Assistance Program (CITAP) is hosting a webinar to provide an overview of the program and the resources available from FEMA to support the development and support of continuous improvement capabilities in emergency management. The webinar is from 9-10 a.m. ET on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
During this webinar, FEMA aims to equip participants with the resources to support continuous improvement capabilities available on the FEMA Preparedness Toolkit, provide an overview of the program’s training offerings and discuss the delivery of CITAP’s advisory services.
The webinar is designed to support the development of state, local, Tribal Nation and territorial partners, non-governmental organizations and private sector organizations with continuous improvement capabilities in emergency management.
The application period for the Heritage Emergency and Response Training (HEART) is now open to interested emergency managers and participants looking to expand their knowledge to safeguard cultural heritage and help communities become more resilient following a disaster.
The training will be held from Dec. 3-13 at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. The deadline to apply is Sept. 26.
HEART is a program delivered by the Heritage Emergency National Task Force, a partnership between FEMA and the Smithsonian Institution. This course is designed to prepare emergency managers and cultural stewards to work together to address emergencies and disasters that affect cultural institutions and historic sites. HEART trains emergency managers and cultural stewards to gain the skills and hands-on experience needed to protect, evacuate and salvage the irreplaceable objects that bring meaning and understanding to their community. The selection of 25 participants will be made on a competitive basis from first responder/emergency management agencies and cultural heritage organizations in the United States, U.S. territories, or Indian Country. FEMA and Smithsonian Institution staff are ineligible to apply.
Applicants must apply for the HEART course through the Smithsonian’s online application portal, Smithsonian Online Academic Appointments. The application deadline is midnight ET on Thursday, Sept. 26.
Thanks to generous funding there is no fee to participate in HEART. Read more about the training opportunity on the Smithsonian Institution’s website.
Lodging expenses in Washington, D.C., will be covered for all selected participants. Lunch will be provided during the in-person training; however, participants will be expected to cover the rest of their meal costs, all incidental expenses and local travel. Please note, participants will also be expected to cover travel to and from Washington, D.C. You will be able to request assistance if selected for the program.
Questions can be sent to the Heritage Emergency National Task Force at fema-hentf@fema.dhs.gov or hentf@si.edu. To learn more about the course, please visit https://culturalrescue.si.edu/hentf/training/
FEMA is requesting public comments on updates to its National Disaster Recovery Framework, which provides a flexible structure that enables disaster recovery practitioners to operate in a unified and collaborative manner. The 30-day public comment period is open through Oct. 23, 2024.
States, local governments, Tribal Nations and territories, as well as nonprofits and the emergency management community, are encouraged to visit fema.gov to review FEMA’s updates to its National Disaster Recovery Framework. Key revisions focus on clarifying roles and responsibilities, detailing the Federal Recovery Support Function structure and its role in supporting local recovery goals, enhancing collaboration across the whole community and providing practical resources to assist in recovery planning efforts.
The updates reflect feedback from Tribal Nations, territories, state and local partners, nonprofits and voluntary organizations. FEMA also engaged business, industry and community partners to gather lessons learned, best practices and other input to maximize the usefulness of the Framework.
The 30-day public comment period is opens today, Sep. 24, and written comments may be submitted through the fema.gov through Oct. 23. Any remarks received during the comment period will be reviewed and considered for the final version of the Framework.
FEMA’s Analysis and Capacity Division will host a one-hour webinar on using the Climate Risk and Resilience Portal (ClimRR) to incorporate future conditions data in hazard mitigation plan updates. The webinar will be held at 2 p.m. ET on Oct. 1. To attend, register in advance on FEMA's Zoom page.
The webinar will include an introduction to using future conditions data in Hazard Mitigation Planning. Additionally, the webinar will also feature a demonstration of how Kentucky's Barren River Area Development District used ClimRR in their latest plan update.
ClimRR is an interactive tool developed to help state, local, Tribal Nation and territorial governments, emergency managers and communities understand and incorporate future climate risk data into their planning and mitigation strategies. The tool was produced using a supercomputer to model more than 60 climate variables, ClimRR data provides the most sophisticated, free dynamically downscaled projections for the United States.
To learn more about ClimRR, visit ClimRR (anl.gov).
New Campaign Features Civil Rights Training for FEMA Grant Recipients
In August, FEMA launched the Recipients’ Awareness Campaign. During the trainings, FEMA will directly engage a large audience of recipients and sub-recipients with information about relevant civil rights laws and executive orders that affect how they provide services to their beneficiaries. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions about compliance with civil rights laws as they create or review their policies and programs. The next training session will be held from noon to 3 p.m. ET, Wednesday, Sept. 25, with others to follow throughout the year.
If you know a recipient or sub-recipient of FEMA’s financial assistance, please send them a message and encourage them to register to attend. For more information, contact FEMA-RecipientsAwarenessCampaign@fema.dhs.gov.
For information and to register for this webinar, visit FEMA Recipients’ Awareness Campaign: Civil Rights Training | FEMA.gov
Para obtener información e inscribirse en este seminario en línea, visite Campaña de concientización para receptores de FEMA: Adiestramiento sobre derechos civiles | FEMA.gov.
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Tribal Consultation Webinar on Cybersecurity Grants, Sept. 24
FEMA invites Tribal Nations and partners to discuss their overarching cybersecurity needs and provide feedback on their experience with the Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program at a virtual tribal consultation about ways to improve the program from 3-5 p.m. ET, Sept. 24.
FEMA works with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency on the Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program to provide grants for recipients to address cyber risk and threats to keep their systems and operations secure. Register in advance by visiting Zoom (zoomgov.com).
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Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program Presents New Webinars During September
Throughout National Preparedness Month, FEMA will host new weekly lunch-and-learn webinars related to their issue area, community preparedness around commercial nuclear plants. You can also find these sessions listed on FEMA Technological Hazards Division Lunch and Learns. The webinar will be held at 1 p.m. ET on Sept. 26.
To attend, register in advance. Once registered, you will receive a meeting invitation with the link to join.
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Attend FEMA Webinars on the New National Resilience Guidance
FEMA is proud to announce the release of the National Resilience Guidance. The guidance offers a unifying vision of resilience and the principles and steps all communities and organizations can take to increase their resilience in every sector and discipline.
FEMA will host a series of 60-minute webinar sessions in September and October to discuss the National Resilience Guidance and additional resources available to help new and experienced resilience practitioners improve their communities’ resilience.
Register for the following webinars:
If you require assistive accommodations to participate in these sessions, please email us at national-resilience@fema.dhs.gov. To view the document and learn more about the webinar sessions, please visit the FEMA website at National Resilience Guidance | FEMA.gov.
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Attend FEMA National Preparedness Webinars
Each September, FEMA celebrates National Preparedness Month, a time to focus on preparing the nation for emergencies and disasters. FEMA’s 2023 National Household Survey found that 65% of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander individuals (AANHPI) in the United States do not believe that taking steps to prepare will make a difference. To underscore this historic effort, Administrator Criswell signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA).
FEMA will host the webinar, Creating Preparedness Communications for the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Community, on Monday, Sept. 30 at 3:30 p.m. ET. The Ad Council and creative partners will present their research and findings on the AANHPI communities. During the webinar, they will highlight how they have used data to create impactful and relevant preparedness campaigns, share lessons learned from this year’s focus groups, as well as helpful tips for communicators. This webinar is for state, local, Tribal Nations and territorial communicators. Register for the webinar by visiting Webinar Registration - Zoom (zoomgov.com).
For preparedness messaging, graphics and resources for National Preparedness Month, visit Ready.gov/September.
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FEMA Extends Emergency Manager Exchange Program Enrollment to Sept. 30
FEMA invites state, local, Tribal Nation and territorial emergency managers to apply for the Emergency Manager Exchange program. The agency wants your experience and expertise to help shape our programs and policies. The nomination period opened Aug. 26 and has been extended to Sept. 30.
During the exchange, non-federal emergency managers will work for six months in FEMA offices engaging with decision-makers. FEMA staff will be sent to the emergency manager’s home office to help fill in gaps and learn about the participant’s emergency management work. Opportunities are available in FEMA’s Office of Response and Recovery and Office of Resilience.
Emergency Managers can apply for the program by submitting their resume and a nomination letter from their home office. Requirement details and submission information can be found online at Emergency Manager Exchange | FEMA.gov. Submit the completed package to FEMA-EMX-Nominations@fema.dhs.gov. Watch the EMX Program Open Enrollment (Fall 2024) to learn more!
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FEMA Extends National Floodplain Administrator Training Assessment Survey to Sept. 30
For the first time in more than 15 years, FEMA is conducting a National Floodplain Administrator Needs Assessment survey of the nation’s floodplain administrators in more than 22,600 communities that participate in the National Flood Insurance Program.
We want to hear from the local officials who help protect their communities and retain existing floodplain administrators. The survey is available in English and Spanish. The survey will close on Monday, Sept. 30. If you have any questions about the survey or wish to take a Spanish-language version of the survey, please contact fema-fpmtraining@fema.dhs.gov.
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Register for the Great ShakeOut!
Earthquakes can happen anywhere with little to no warning. Do you know how to keep your family, employees or stakeholders safe? Knowing what to do before a big earthquake can determine how well you survive and recover. Join FEMA in the world's largest earthquake drill on Oct. 17!
Register today so that you or your organization will:
- Be counted in the largest-ever earthquake drill in the world!
- Be listed with other participants in your area, if desired.
- Set an example that motivates others to participate and prepare.
- Get updates with ShakeOut news and preparedness tips.
- Have peace of mind that you, your family, your co-workers and millions of others will be better prepared to survive and recover quickly from the next big earthquake!
Get ready to DROP, COVER and HOLD ON. Spread the word! Please ask friends and family to text SHAKEOUT to 43362. Visit Earthquakes | Ready.gov to learn more about how to stay safe before, during and after an earthquake.
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Deadline Extended for Input on FEMA’s Disaster Case Management Program
FEMA published a Request for Information notice on SAM.gov, seeking input from post-trauma case management and emergency management professionals to help remove barriers, identify best practices and find innovative solutions related to its Disaster Case Management program. The deadline to submit public comment has been extended to Friday, Oct. 25.
FEMA encourages all professionals in post-trauma case management and emergency management to provide their valuable feedback. To participate, please visit the Request for Information notice on SAM.gov and submit your comments by Friday, Oct. 25. Please note that responses to these notices are not offers and cannot be accepted by the government to form a binding contract.
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FEMA Risk Map Systems Plans Outage for Infrastructure Improvement, Oct. 24-27
Nearly 40 FEMA Risk Mapping, Assessment and Planning (MAP) applications will be unavailable from 12 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24 through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27. The full list of applications affected can be viewed on this FEMA webpage.
Applications will be offline for four days as FEMA upgrades system infrastructure to improve capacity, security and reliability, enabling better service for Risk MAP customers.
During this period, users of these applications and services will be unable to access flood risk data, historic and effective flood mapping products, view flood maps, submit data to revise existing Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and access key applications with other capabilities.
FEMA encourages users to plan accordingly and seek alternative methods for obtaining necessary information before the outage. Common users of Risk MAP data include emergency managers, flood plain managers, prospective homebuyers, real estate agents and insurance professionals.
The agency is making every effort to minimize the length of the outage. The vast volume of Risk MAP flood data and the extensive network of applications requires this length of outage. Anyone who has questions or needs assistance should contact FEMA support at fema-riskmap-outreach@fema.dhs.gov. Visit FEMA.gov for more information on its Risk MAP products.
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