The Federal Emergency Management Agency's acting chief has unveiled intentions to delegate more responsibility for disaster recovery to individual states. David Richardson, in a recent staff town hall, expressed his aim to "return primacy to the states" in what is being seen as a significant transformation for the agency. Richardson's comments have cemented the Trump … [Read more...] about FEMA Scaling Back Role, Leaving States More in Charge of Disaster Response
Disaster Recovery
NC Governor Requests FEMA 6-Month Extension for Temporary Shelters
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein (D), asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency for an extension of funding on Thursday for temporary shelters to help residents who have lost their homes because of damage caused by Hurricane Helene. Stein stated in a press release, "The people of Western North Carolina are experiencing chaos, uncertainty, and a level of … [Read more...] about NC Governor Requests FEMA 6-Month Extension for Temporary Shelters