FEMAVerified account

@fema

Our story of supporting citizens & first responders before, during, and after emergencies. For emergencies, call your local fire/EMS/police or 9-1-1.

United States
fema.gov
Joined October 2008
2,861 Photos and videos Photos and videos

Tweets

You blocked @fema

Are you sure you want to view these Tweets? Viewing Tweets won't unblock @fema

  1. Pinned Tweet
    Sep 2

    Our announcement today on changes to our Individual Assistance program comes weeks after announcing other initiatives to advance across . 
Today’s announcement: 
Our other actions: 


    66 replies 111 retweets 124 likes
    Undo
  2. Retweeted
    12 hours ago

    : If you applied for funeral assistance but need help submitting your documents online, visit your local library or schedule an appointment with a digital navigator today! 💻 Learn more:

    , , and 3 others
    1 reply 11 retweets 11 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  3. Retweeted
    12 hours ago

    Traditional activities are fun, but some can increase the risk of getting or spreading . If you plan on celebrating Halloween this year, check out these helpful tips from .

    2 retweets 3 likes
    Undo
  4. 14 hours ago

    "I don't follow ." 🚩🚩🚩

    Simpsons Wrong Answer GIF
    "I don't need to plan for emergencies." 🚩 🚩 🚩
    3 replies 28 retweets 87 likes
    Undo
  5. Retweeted
    14 hours ago

    Millions of dollars go to mitigation funding to help communities mitigate disasters and climate change. Proper preparations can protect lives, save money and reduce property damage. Has your local community applied? Learn More:

    building resilient infrastructure can help mitigate risk and keep you safe during a disaster. apply for the bric grant today! learn more at fema.gov/grants
    , , and 6 others
    12 retweets 13 likes
    Undo
  6. 14 hours ago

    “It is extremely important that everyone can get the information they need in their native language to prepare for a disaster. I am very happy to help make that happen for the Latino community through my job.” 2/2

    1 reply 1 retweet 14 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  7. 14 hours ago

    Meet Amanda Bellatin! She is Peruvian, works as a Social Media Specialist on our team & is the face behind our page. Amanda ensures that relevant & important preparedness, response & recovery information reaches Spanish-speaking communities across the country. 1/2👇

    2 replies 7 retweets 44 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  8. 15 hours ago

    California: Homeowners, renters & business owners who sustained uninsured or under-insured damage to their property from the wildfires in Lassen, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Tehama & Trinity counties have 2 weeks left to apply for federal assistance. More:

    3 replies 10 retweets 16 likes
    Undo
  9. Retweeted
    16 hours ago

    On Oct. 12, the state of California submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) for the burning in . The FMAG request was approved the same day and provides federal funding to fight the fire. Read more:

    Fire Management Assistance Grants: To prevent a wildfire from becoming a major disaster. Grants can cover: Personnel & Staffing Equipment & Supplies Meals, Health & Safety Items Pre-positioning Resources Emergency Work
    , and
    10 retweets 19 likes
    Undo
  10. Retweeted
    16 hours ago

    residents in Bergen, Essex, Gloucester, Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, Union & Warren counties who received a rental assistance grant, you may be eligible for Continued Rental Assistance➡️

    6 retweets 8 likes
    Undo
  11. Retweeted
    17 hours ago

    It was an honor to speak to our nation’s valued leaders in emergency management at this morning’s General Opening Session. Grateful to our partners at NEMA for the opportunity to join the 2021 Annual Forum. Keep up the great work, is so proud and we thank you!

    FEMA administrator, Deanne Criswell , kicks off the General Opening Session by discussing two major themes in : The way the role of emergency managers is evolving, and how the risks they address continue to expand.
    Show this thread
    6 retweets 22 likes
    Undo
  12. 17 hours ago

    According to , nearly 8 million people have already received a COVID-19 booster. Getting vaccinated is safe, easy and free. Find a vaccine center near you and an appointment today: 🔹 Online: 🔹 Text your ZIP code to 438829 🔹 Call 1-800-232-0233

    5 replies 10 retweets 15 likes
    Undo
  13. 19 hours ago

    We are releasing newly translated materials for the National Exercise Division in Spanish. This will help us communicate with Spanish speaking communities about the services provided by some of our programs. Learn more:

    1 reply 3 retweets 13 likes
    Undo
  14. Oct 12

    "I felt it would be a good opportunity for me to further develop those leadership and problem-solving skills. And a good opportunity to get involved in something that matters.” Learn more: 2/2

    6 retweets 14 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  15. Oct 12

    David Boatwright, FEMA Corps team lead, has spent the last month with his team on the ground in Louisiana, helping with Hurricane Ida recovery efforts. In our latest blog post, he shares his experience and why he decided to join this service program. 1/2👇

    3 replies 10 retweets 35 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  16. Retweeted
    Oct 12

    can lead to strong feelings of in , , and . Learn distress warning signs, plus resources for coping from the national and for 24/7 support, call or text 1-800-985-5990 and .

    9 retweets 12 likes
    Undo
  17. Retweeted
    Oct 12

    Plaquemines Parish: There’s a Disaster Recovery Center now open in Port Sulphur. The center is located at: 📍 The Port Sulphur YMCA 278 Civic Center Dr. 🕘Hours of operation are 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; closed Saturday and Sunday.

    and
    2 replies 8 retweets 8 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  18. Retweeted
    Oct 12

    disaster preparedness includes preparation for your finances and legal documents. Our government partner has excellent resources on how to prepare your finances to aid in your recovery from a natural disaster. More information @ .

    10 retweets 12 likes
    Undo
  19. Retweeted
    Oct 12

    Orleans Parish: There’s a new Disaster Recovery Center in New Orleans. The center is located at: 📍 Rosenwald Recreation Center 1120 S. Broad Street 🕘Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday 🕘9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday; closed Sunday.

    and
    1 reply 14 retweets 11 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  20. Retweeted
    Oct 12

    Latest facts and figures on our activities during the response to Hurricane (As of Oct. 12)

    Missions supported by the Corps of Engineers include temporary roofing, infrastructure assessments, temporary emergency power, and unwatering. As of today, 24,554 blue roofs have been installed.
    , , and 2 others
    1 reply 4 retweets 14 likes
    Undo
  21. Oct 12

    Fight the Phish! Know how to spot phishing attempts to avoid scammers: 💻 Never respond to suspicious emails or click on any links. 💻 Limit what information you post on social media. 💻 Check your app permissions and use the “rule of least privilege” setting.

    17 retweets 22 likes
    Undo

@fema hasn't Tweeted yet.

Loading seems to be taking a while.

Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.

    You may also like

    ·