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National Building Safety Month
This month, learn about the importance of building codes and how they contribute to a more resilient nation.
#SummerReady Extreme Heat Summit, Chicago
Join us on May 21-22 to explore impacts of extreme heat and define actionable ways to combat and prepare for increasing risks.
Careers at FEMA
Use your talents to support Americans in their times of greatest need.
Major Disaster Declaration: Iowa
Individual assistance is now available for the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes on April 26-27, 2024.
Major Disaster Declaration: Nebraska
Individual assistance is now available for the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes on April 25-27, 2024.
Major Disaster Declaration: Ohio
Individual assistance is now available for the areas affected by tornadoes on March 14, 2024.
Major Disaster Declaration: Oklahoma
Individual and public assistance is now available for the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding that started on April 25, 2024.
Priorities
Disaster Response & Recovery
Lead and coordinate federal response efforts after disasters and emergencies.
Equity
Instill equity as a foundation of emergency management.
Climate Resilience
Lead whole of community in climate resilience.
Readiness
Promote and sustain a ready FEMA and prepared nation.