Hacker News with Generative AI: FEMA

FEMA May Be Eliminated (pbs.org)
President Donald Trump said Friday that he was considering “getting rid of” the Federal Emergency Management Agency, offering the latest sign of how he is weighing sweeping changes to the nation’s central organization for responding to disasters.

Politics, Government, Disaster Relief, FEMA

30 points by magic_smoke_ee 28 days ago | 45 comments

FEMA: Never donate clothing (it is never needed) (fema.gov)
After a disaster, people come together to help. To make the most of your contributions, it’s important to follow guidelines for donating and volunteering responsibly.

Disaster Relief, Donations, FEMA

51 points by carabiner 36 days ago | 29 comments

FEMA contractors ordered to 'stand down' after security threats, messages show (wbtv.com)
An inspection agency that works as a contractor for the Federal Emergency Management Agency has ordered its employees in western North Carolina to cease inspections over the weekend and return to hotels, WBTV has confirmed.

Security, FEMA, Government, Contractors, North Carolina

8 points by consumer451 130 days ago | 5 comments