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FEMA Updates and Resources about Hurricane Ian

Hurricane Ian was a deadly and destructive Category 4 storm that caused widespread damage across Florida as well as South Carolina and Cuba. It was the second major hurricane of the 2022 Atlantic... Read More
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Beware of Identity Thieves and Scam Artists after a Disaster

As government agencies and charitable groups continue to provide disaster assistance, con artists, identity thieves and other criminals may attempt to prey on vulnerable survivors. The most common po... Read More
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September 2022 National Preparedness Month resources

National Preparedness Month was created to encourage and promote family and community disaster planning during NPM and throughout the year. The 2022 NPM theme is A Lasting Legacy: "The life you’... Read More
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Tornadoes 101 (Tornado Basics, Video and Safety Info)

Most of us have seen a tornado on the news and the Internet, but a vast majority of people have never personally witnessed the power and destruction of a twister. The U.S. averages about 1,200 tornad... Read More
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