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Princeville, N.C.: A Story of Resilience
The first funding cycle from the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program is helping Princeville, N.C, become more resilient.
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FEMA Podcast: Episode 137
Build financial resiliency before, during, and after disasters.
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Get Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Disasters
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Major Disaster Declaration: Vermont
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storm, flooding, landslides and mudslides on July 9-11, 2024.
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Major Disaster Declaration: South Dakota
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding on June 16 - July 8, 2024.
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Emergency Declaration: Tropical Storm Ernesto
Federal disaster assistance is available to Puerto Rico to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from Ernesto.
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Major Disaster Declaration: Florida
Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by Hurricane Debby beginning on Aug. 1, 2024.
Priorities
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Disaster Response & Recovery
Lead and coordinate federal response efforts after disasters and emergencies.
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Equity
Instill equity as a foundation of emergency management.
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Climate Resilience
Lead whole of community in climate resilience.
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Readiness
Promote and sustain a ready FEMA and prepared nation.