Five Things to Know About FEMA, Federal and Nonprofit Support to the California Wildfires Response

FEMA’s mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters. Over 20,000 agency employees form a team of dedicated emergency management leaders. These leaders work collaboratively to share experiences and resources, building …

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employs more than 20,000 people nationwide. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., we have 10 regional offices located across the country. We leverage a tremendous capacity to coordinate within the federal government to make sure America is equipped to prepare for and respond to disasters.

Jan 13, 2025 · FEMA’s 2024 National Preparedness Report provides a data-driven picture of national preparedness and emergency management trends. This includes focused discussions on four core capabilities: Mass Care Services, Public Information and Warning, Infrastructure Systems, and Cybersecurity.

Dec 20, 2023 · Helpful resources specific to your state or territory, like how to get in touch with your local emergency management offices. Latest news releases, fact sheets and other communications around disasters and emergencies in your location.

The unprecedented and rapid succession of disasters transformed emergency management and focused efforts to build a culture of preparedness, ready the nation for catastrophic disasters, and reduce FEMA’s complexity.

Oct 20, 2021 · FEMA is a federal agency within the U.S Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The FEMA administrator reports directly to the DHS Secretary. The administrator also has a direct line of access to the U.S. President during periods of disaster response.

The nation needs well-trained emergency management personnel, strategic leadership, and innovation. FEMA’s National Disaster & Emergency Management University ensures we continue to build a diverse pipeline of talent and depth of knowledge to proactively face current and future threats and hazards.

We help communities become more resilient through emergency or disaster-related grant programs. Grants support state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) governments, certain private non-profits, individuals and institutions of higher learning in …

Nov 25, 2024 · The National Incident Management System (NIMS) guides all levels of government, nongovernmental organizations and the private sector to work together to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to and recover from incidents.