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Los Angeles
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

LA enlists AECOM on fire recovery as questions swirl around rebuild plan

Los Angeles is partnering with AECOM for long-term fire recovery and rebuilding efforts.
The collaboration aims to enhance infrastructure planning and expedite recovery for affected families.
Los Angeles
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

LA enlists AECOM on fire recovery as questions swirl around rebuild plan

Los Angeles is partnering with AECOM for long-term fire recovery and rebuilding efforts.
The collaboration aims to enhance infrastructure planning and expedite recovery for affected families.
more#infrastructure
#emergency-response
Los Angeles
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Los Angeles wildfires are still burning across the area - ripping through homes and lives: Latest updates

The Los Angeles area is experiencing catastrophic fires displacing nearly 180,000 people, causing immense destruction and a significant loss of life.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
US politics

DHS Head Kristi Noem Prioritized Instagram Pics Over FEMA Requests for Response to Texas Floods

Los Angeles
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Los Angeles wildfires are still burning across the area - ripping through homes and lives: Latest updates

The Los Angeles area is experiencing catastrophic fires displacing nearly 180,000 people, causing immense destruction and a significant loss of life.
fromTruthout
1 week ago
US politics

DHS Head Kristi Noem Prioritized Instagram Pics Over FEMA Requests for Response to Texas Floods

more#emergency-response
#climate-change
Los Angeles
fromMail Online
4 months ago

The 'inevitable' US disasters that keep scientists up at night

Americans must prepare for inevitable natural disasters, as major events like earthquakes are increasingly probable and difficult to predict.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump cuts will increase devastation after disasters, expert warns: It is really scary'

Cuts to disaster management under the Trump administration threaten lives by crippling agencies that predict and respond to extreme events.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago

Inconvenient truths about the fires burning in Los Angeles from two fire experts

The recent Los Angeles wildfires highlight a critical need for changing our approach to fire prevention and management.
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

California Lawmakers Divided Over Polluters' Pay Plan to Combat Climate Crisis | KQED

Los Angeles
fromMail Online
4 months ago

The 'inevitable' US disasters that keep scientists up at night

Americans must prepare for inevitable natural disasters, as major events like earthquakes are increasingly probable and difficult to predict.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump cuts will increase devastation after disasters, expert warns: It is really scary'

Cuts to disaster management under the Trump administration threaten lives by crippling agencies that predict and respond to extreme events.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago

Inconvenient truths about the fires burning in Los Angeles from two fire experts

The recent Los Angeles wildfires highlight a critical need for changing our approach to fire prevention and management.
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

California Lawmakers Divided Over Polluters' Pay Plan to Combat Climate Crisis | KQED

more#climate-change
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Trump threatens to revoke citizenship of US comedian Rosie O'Donnell

Trump's threats regarding Rosie O'Donnell's citizenship represent the culmination of a lengthy social media feud. His comments reflect a mindset inclined towards punishing dissenters.
US politics
#california
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
LA real estate

Lessons From Paradise: What L.A. Homeowners Should Learn From Survivors of Devastating Camp Fire

fromSFGATE
3 months ago
LA real estate

Lessons From Paradise: What L.A. Homeowners Should Learn From Survivors of Devastating Camp Fire

more#california
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago

How Trump Plans to Dodge Accountability Again - emptywheel

Donald Trump's repeated evasion of personal accountability is evident in his management of disaster responses, especially in Puerto Rico and the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.
US politics
#earthquake
more#earthquake
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago

Disaster relief groups worry immigrants won't go to hurricane shelters amid crackdown

"We are very worried about ICE," she said. "Because immigrants are scared to go to shelters as is."
Miami food
#hurricane-season
Miami food
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

Moskowitz, expert in disaster management, warns FEMA 'is going to fail' during hurricane season

FEMA is predicted to fail during the hurricane season, impacting disaster response capabilities.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Trump says he plans to phase out FEMA after 2025 hurricane season

Trump aims to dismantle FEMA post-hurricane season, shifting disaster recovery responsibilities to states.
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

FEMA head fired after revealing his take on Trump's plans for the agency

FEMA leadership changes raise concerns just ahead of hurricane season amid Trump's criticism of the agency's effectiveness.
SF politics
fromWIRED
2 months ago

FEMA Has Canceled Its 4-Year Strategic Plan Ahead of Hurricane Season

FEMA has rescinded its strategic plan, leaving the agency without guidance just before hurricane season.
Miami food
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

Moskowitz, expert in disaster management, warns FEMA 'is going to fail' during hurricane season

FEMA is predicted to fail during the hurricane season, impacting disaster response capabilities.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Trump says he plans to phase out FEMA after 2025 hurricane season

Trump aims to dismantle FEMA post-hurricane season, shifting disaster recovery responsibilities to states.
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

FEMA head fired after revealing his take on Trump's plans for the agency

FEMA leadership changes raise concerns just ahead of hurricane season amid Trump's criticism of the agency's effectiveness.
SF politics
fromWIRED
2 months ago

FEMA Has Canceled Its 4-Year Strategic Plan Ahead of Hurricane Season

FEMA has rescinded its strategic plan, leaving the agency without guidance just before hurricane season.
more#hurricane-season
#flooding
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Floods Sweep South Texas and Nearby Border Cities in Mexico

Severe flooding in South Texas and northern Mexico caused by unprecedented rainfall threatens lives and infrastructure.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Floods Sweep South Texas and Nearby Border Cities in Mexico

Severe flooding in South Texas and northern Mexico caused by unprecedented rainfall threatens lives and infrastructure.
more#flooding
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Frustrated fighting wildfires in L.A., he resolved to build better tools - Harvard Gazette

Various emergency responders are often hindered by technological challenges in the field, especially in rural areas, which can impede their crucial work during disasters.
NYC startup
#emergency-preparedness
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Trump wants states to handle disasters. States aren't prepared

Trump's executive order emphasizes state roles in disaster preparation but may not significantly alter existing responsibilities.
FEMA's assistance is critical in disaster response, and its potential reduction poses challenges for states.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Trump wants states to handle disasters. States aren't prepared

Trump's executive order emphasizes state roles in disaster preparation but may not significantly alter existing responsibilities.
FEMA's assistance is critical in disaster response, and its potential reduction poses challenges for states.
more#emergency-preparedness
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Council bought unsafe homes for Grenfell survivors

Kensington and Chelsea Council is selling 14 unsuitable homes bought for Grenfell survivors, revealing significant flaws in their post-disaster housing process.
#fema
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

NPR Exclusive: FEMA pulls back on work to help homes survive hurricanes and floods

FEMA has ceased efforts to improve building codes critical for disaster resilience.
The Trump Administration's decision raises concerns among disaster experts regarding public safety.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

NPR Exclusive: FEMA pulls back on work to help homes survive hurricanes and floods

FEMA has ceased efforts to improve building codes critical for disaster resilience.
The Trump Administration's decision raises concerns among disaster experts regarding public safety.
more#fema
#evacuation
World news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Japan Fights Its Largest Wildfire in More Than 30 Years

A massive wildfire in Ofunato, Japan, has led to one death, destruction of homes, and evacuation of thousands.
World news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Japan Fights Its Largest Wildfire in More Than 30 Years

A massive wildfire in Ofunato, Japan, has led to one death, destruction of homes, and evacuation of thousands.
more#evacuation
US news
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

L.A. mayor ousts fire chief amid feuding over Palisades inferno

Mayor Karen Bass has dismissed the fire chief amid criticism over the city's fire response.
The dismissal highlights conflict between the mayor and the fire chief over disaster preparedness.
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