The Trump administration appears to be drastically reducing the federal funds it offers to help states head off future natural disasters, a decision that could come under fire as the White House faces ...

With disasters increasing in frequency, severity, and cost, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has a new financial incentive for applicants to rebuild in ways that will make them more ...

The Monroe County commissioners approved the Monroe County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan last week. Maryellen Keegan, the director of emergency services for the Monroe County Office of ...

Insurance industry profit motives conflict with our need for protection. Public insurance, coupled with proactive risk reduction, can help.

Erie County recently received a Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant to update its Hazard Mitigation Plan. This update is required by FEMA every five years to remain eligible for funding for projects, ...

BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — Belmont County is updating its hazard mitigation plan, a crucial tool used to identify potential threats that could adversely affect the area. The plan aims to enhance community ...

Amid tragedy and loss, communities can struggle to rebuild themselves after a disaster. But Duke experts say experience shows there is a way. Finding hope will require looking at past disasters and ...

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25-- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, issued the following news release on Sept. 24: U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Florida is no stranger to disasters. From hurricanes and flooding to extreme heat, the state experiences the devastating impacts ...

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has highlighted a pressing need for a national strategy to enhance disaster ...