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DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defends FEMA Texas flooding response after NYT reports slow response
The Department of Homeland Security secretary defended the federal government's response and denied that policy changes ...
Trump's cost-cutting efforts delayed FEMA's response to Texas floods, officials say
Some FEMA officials claim President Trump's cost-cutting policies are to blame for the delayed response to the disastrous ...
After Texas flood, elected leaders say cuts to FEMA, NOAA could affect weather response
Some governors and mayors are concerned over how current or potential cuts to agencies will impact how the government can ...
Floods put Abbott, a disaster veteran, at crossroads of Trump’s FEMA rebrand
Weeks before flash floods devastated the Texas Hill Country, Gov. Greg Abbott participated in the first meeting of a new ...
State lawmakers begin laying out plans to improve disaster response, preparedness after deadly flooding across Texas
The first bills related to revamping disaster preparedness in the aftermath of the deadly flooding have been filed.
Federal budget cuts not solely to blame for Texas flood preparedness issues, says expert
As the storm system intensified overnight, rainfall totals surged beyond predictions, overwhelming the area’s rivers, creeks, ...
Manitou emergency response lifted after flood warning
The City of Manitou Springs said its emergency operation has concluded following a Flash Flood Warning and evacuation of city ...
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San Saba County speaks on flooding, response efforts
The San Saba County Judge, Emergency Coordinator and Sheriff are speaking on the recent floods and response efforts. In a joint statement released Thursday ...
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When Disaster Strikes, Can AI Deliver Where FEMA Doesn’t?
In light of federal plans to phase out FEMA by the end of 2025, artificial intelligence can help multiply and streamline ...