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How one woman is reuniting Hurricane Helene victims with lost memories

Jill Holtz is on a mission to reunite storm victims with their lost belongings after Hurricane Helene's devastation.

Mental health

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Recovering from the Floods in Kentucky: Support and Resources for Flood Victims

The floods in Kentucky have devastated communities, resulting in loss of life and displacement.

Emergency shelters and support resources are available for those affected by the floods.

Online learning

After hurricane and wildfires, colleges continue aiding students

GCC's proactive approach established a basic needs department, proving critical during the wildfires, addressing students' immediate necessities.

San Francisco

Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: Bay Area groups raise money to help victims following 7.7 quake

Community groups and businesses in the Bay Area are mobilizing aid for earthquake victims in Myanmar and Thailand.

San Francisco

Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: Bay Area Burmese restaurant raising funds for disaster relief efforts

Deadly Kentucky floods will exacerbate existing housing issues

The recent floods in Kentucky have severely impacted already vulnerable communities, prompting emergency rescues and calls for federal aid.

SF parents

fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More

How one woman is reuniting Hurricane Helene victims with lost memories

Jill Holtz is on a mission to reunite storm victims with their lost belongings after Hurricane Helene's devastation.

Mental health

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Recovering from the Floods in Kentucky: Support and Resources for Flood Victims

The floods in Kentucky have devastated communities, resulting in loss of life and displacement.

Emergency shelters and support resources are available for those affected by the floods.

Online learning

After hurricane and wildfires, colleges continue aiding students

GCC's proactive approach established a basic needs department, proving critical during the wildfires, addressing students' immediate necessities.

San Francisco

Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: Bay Area groups raise money to help victims following 7.7 quake

Community groups and businesses in the Bay Area are mobilizing aid for earthquake victims in Myanmar and Thailand.

San Francisco

Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: Bay Area Burmese restaurant raising funds for disaster relief efforts

more#community-support

#emergency-management

States say Trump's continued freeze on much-needed FEMA aid violates a judge's order

FEMA owes Oregon $129 million for disaster relief, impacting local emergency budgets.

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4 months ago

Trump orders review of Fema after saying disaster agency is not good'

Trump has initiated an investigation into FEMA's operations, accusing it of bias and inefficiency in disaster aid distribution.

2 days ago

Non-profit organizations

FEMA was starting to fix long-standing problems. Then came the Trump administration

World news

Nigeria floods death toll crosses 150 as thousands displaced

States say Trump's continued freeze on much-needed FEMA aid violates a judge's order

FEMA owes Oregon $129 million for disaster relief, impacting local emergency budgets.

Miscellaneous

4 months ago

Trump orders review of Fema after saying disaster agency is not good'

Trump has initiated an investigation into FEMA's operations, accusing it of bias and inefficiency in disaster aid distribution.

2 days ago

Non-profit organizations

FEMA was starting to fix long-standing problems. Then came the Trump administration

more#emergency-management

World news

Nigeria floods death toll crosses 150 as thousands displaced

#climate-change

Snowboarding

Avalanche traps 42 workers under snow near India-Tibet border

Severe weather conditions hinder the rescue of 42 construction workers trapped in an avalanche in Uttarakhand.

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The Consequences of One of Project 2025's Most Surprising Attacks Are Becoming Clear

Federal disaster aid is becoming less reliable under the Trump administration, affecting disaster response effectiveness.

UK news

Over 100 killed as torrential rain unleashes floods in Nigeria

Snowboarding

Avalanche traps 42 workers under snow near India-Tibet border

Severe weather conditions hinder the rescue of 42 construction workers trapped in an avalanche in Uttarakhand.

fromSlate Magazine

The Consequences of One of Project 2025's Most Surprising Attacks Are Becoming Clear

Federal disaster aid is becoming less reliable under the Trump administration, affecting disaster response effectiveness.

UK news

Over 100 killed as torrential rain unleashes floods in Nigeria

more#climate-change

#trump-administration

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Trump Scales Back Emergency Funds as Hurricane Season Starts

Trump's administration is reducing federal disaster assistance despite prior promises to improve crisis management and preparedness for future storms.

FEMA Disaster Aid Review Could Deter Migrants from Seeking Help in Extreme Weather

The Trump administration's review of disaster relief could restrict aid to undocumented immigrants, alarming advocates during severe weather events.

Trump Quietly Halts Money to States for Preventing Disaster Damage

The Trump administration is scaling back vital disaster mitigation funding, impacting resilience efforts for homes and critical infrastructure.

SF politics

Trump was always gunning to end FEMA. Now, he's denying disaster relief to red states

fromtime.com

Trump Scales Back Emergency Funds as Hurricane Season Starts

Trump's administration is reducing federal disaster assistance despite prior promises to improve crisis management and preparedness for future storms.

FEMA Disaster Aid Review Could Deter Migrants from Seeking Help in Extreme Weather

The Trump administration's review of disaster relief could restrict aid to undocumented immigrants, alarming advocates during severe weather events.

Trump Quietly Halts Money to States for Preventing Disaster Damage

The Trump administration is scaling back vital disaster mitigation funding, impacting resilience efforts for homes and critical infrastructure.

more#trump-administration

SF politics

Trump was always gunning to end FEMA. Now, he's denying disaster relief to red states

fromMail Online

Devastation of tornado's path of destruction in Kentucky

The tornado's path began in Russell County and moved eastward, intensifying as it passed through Pulaski County and into Laurel County.

UK news

#flooding

Washington Capitals

HUD announces Virginia disaster aid

US news

Record floodwaters in eastern Australia leave 4 dead and 1 missing

Washington Capitals

HUD announces Virginia disaster aid

US news

Record floodwaters in eastern Australia leave 4 dead and 1 missing

more#flooding

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DOGE Has Gutted AmeriCorps. What Happens When the Next Disaster Strikes?

AmeriCorps volunteers play a crucial role in disaster relief efforts, helping thousands of affected households recover.

NYC politics

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3 weeks ago

NY attorney general sues DHS over threat to withhold disaster relief funds

States are suing the federal government over the withholding of disaster relief funds tied to immigration enforcement compliance.

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How humanitarian aid uplifts lives during crisis - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Humanitarian aid is crucial in disaster contexts for survival essentials.

Immediate support includes shelter and food distribution to vulnerable populations.

Long-term programs provide tools for recovery and dignity.

#wildfires

Their homes burned in wildfires. Fraudsters took their disaster relief funds, feds say

Three arrested for fraudulent claims to FEMA disaster-relief funds following Eaton and Palisades wildfires.

Gov. Newsom seeks $40B in fire disaster aid from feds

Gov. Newsom requests $39.7 billion federal aid for wildfire recovery, facing potential conditions from Trump allies that could limit California's regulatory powers.

Residents survey the aftermath of deadly weekend storms across the southern U.S.

Severe weather in southern U.S. resulted in at least 37 deaths and widespread destruction, notably in Missouri and Oklahoma.

fromwww.dailynews.com

5 charged for making false claims for FEMA benefits in wake of Southern California wildfires, prosecutors say

Five individuals were arrested for fraudulently claiming disaster relief following the Los Angeles wildfires.

5 arrested for collecting thousands in fraudulent FEMA claims from Palisades, Eaton fires

Five people arrested for submitting false claims for disaster relief funds from FEMA after January wildfires.

Los Angeles

FEMA declines to lease apartments for LA wildfire survivors: report

Their homes burned in wildfires. Fraudsters took their disaster relief funds, feds say

Three arrested for fraudulent claims to FEMA disaster-relief funds following Eaton and Palisades wildfires.

Gov. Newsom seeks $40B in fire disaster aid from feds

Gov. Newsom requests $39.7 billion federal aid for wildfire recovery, facing potential conditions from Trump allies that could limit California's regulatory powers.

Residents survey the aftermath of deadly weekend storms across the southern U.S.

Severe weather in southern U.S. resulted in at least 37 deaths and widespread destruction, notably in Missouri and Oklahoma.

fromwww.dailynews.com

5 charged for making false claims for FEMA benefits in wake of Southern California wildfires, prosecutors say

Five individuals were arrested for fraudulently claiming disaster relief following the Los Angeles wildfires.

5 arrested for collecting thousands in fraudulent FEMA claims from Palisades, Eaton fires

Five people arrested for submitting false claims for disaster relief funds from FEMA after January wildfires.

Los Angeles

FEMA declines to lease apartments for LA wildfire survivors: report

more#wildfires

fromBusiness Matters

A Life of Lights, Labor, and Legacy: The Story of Lin Honeycutt

"I've always believed in doing what needs to be done. You don't wait around for someone else to step up. You go."

Everyday cooking

fromIntelligencer

Trump's Most Unhinged Policy May Be Starving MAGA Arkansas of Disaster Relief

Trump's second administration is more radical but shows improved competence in implementing policies.

Trump's popularity has diminished significantly during his second term due to controversial decisions.

Boston real estate

fromBoston.com

Trump admin terminates $90 million in disaster prevention aid for Mass.

Gov. Maura Healey criticized the Trump administration for cutting $90 million in disaster prevention funding, which jeopardizes safety in Massachusetts communities.

Americans impacted by 2024 natural disasters may qualify for extension to file taxes

Taxpayers affected by federally declared disasters may receive an automatic extension to file taxes, often granting an additional two weeks or more.

US news

More than 2,000 confirmed dead in Myanmar earthquake

The recent earthquake in Myanmar has led to over 2,000 confirmed deaths, with ongoing rescue efforts complicated by significant infrastructural damage.

Myanmar earthquake: Is aid reaching those in need? DW 04/02/2025

Myanmar experiences massive devastation from a 7.7-magnitude earthquake with urgent international aid needed.

Rescuers sift through Myanmar earthquake debris as window to find survivors closes

The 7.7 magnitude earthquake caused widespread devastation in Myanmar, trapping many and claiming over 2,000 lives.

Myanmar earthquake death toll jumps to over 1,600 DW 03/29/2025

Myanmar's military junta reported over 1,644 deaths due to a 7.7 magnitude earthquake, prompting international aid appeals.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Earthquake compounds humanitarian crisis in Myanmar, where death toll has passed 1,700

The earthquake in Myanmar could worsen hunger and disease amid existing crises.

Infrastructure damage complicates relief efforts significantly.

The death toll remains high, with many more unaccounted for.

Myanmar earthquake: death toll rises to almost 700 as search for survivors continues

The recent earthquake in Myanmar caused significant casualties and damage, becoming the worst natural disaster in over a century.

More than 2,000 confirmed dead in Myanmar earthquake

The recent earthquake in Myanmar has led to over 2,000 confirmed deaths, with ongoing rescue efforts complicated by significant infrastructural damage.

Myanmar earthquake: Is aid reaching those in need? DW 04/02/2025

Myanmar experiences massive devastation from a 7.7-magnitude earthquake with urgent international aid needed.

Rescuers sift through Myanmar earthquake debris as window to find survivors closes

The 7.7 magnitude earthquake caused widespread devastation in Myanmar, trapping many and claiming over 2,000 lives.

Myanmar earthquake death toll jumps to over 1,600 DW 03/29/2025

Myanmar's military junta reported over 1,644 deaths due to a 7.7 magnitude earthquake, prompting international aid appeals.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Earthquake compounds humanitarian crisis in Myanmar, where death toll has passed 1,700

The earthquake in Myanmar could worsen hunger and disease amid existing crises.

Infrastructure damage complicates relief efforts significantly.

The death toll remains high, with many more unaccounted for.

Myanmar earthquake: death toll rises to almost 700 as search for survivors continues

The recent earthquake in Myanmar caused significant casualties and damage, becoming the worst natural disaster in over a century.

Myanmar earthquake death toll passes 3,000 with hundreds still missing

The death toll from the Myanmar earthquake exceeds 3,000, revealing an urgent humanitarian crisis exacerbated by infrastructure damage and ongoing conflict.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Trump's U.S.A.I.D. Cuts Hobble Earthquake Response in Myanmar

U.S. response to Myanmar earthquake lagged behind other countries, highlighting a significant slowdown in American foreign aid efforts.

Myanmar earthquake death toll passes 3,000 with hundreds still missing

The death toll from the Myanmar earthquake exceeds 3,000, revealing an urgent humanitarian crisis exacerbated by infrastructure damage and ongoing conflict.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Trump's U.S.A.I.D. Cuts Hobble Earthquake Response in Myanmar

U.S. response to Myanmar earthquake lagged behind other countries, highlighting a significant slowdown in American foreign aid efforts.

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Tens of billions in Hurricane Helene aid to start by March 21

Federal aid for Hurricane Helene victims is crucial for farmers, but delays hinder critical planting season efforts.

#hud

Renovation

HUD announces $2.5M in disaster recovery across three states

RUSH funding assists individuals experiencing homelessness in disaster areas, addressing unmet needs not covered by federal disaster relief programs.

Trump administation is wrong to cut disaster relief funds

HUD is underfunded and crucial for supporting American families facing housing challenges.

Cuts to HUD amid a housing crisis will harm efforts to address homelessness and housing affordability.

NYC politics

HUD rejects Asheville's Hurricane Helene recovery plan over DEI

Renovation

HUD announces $2.5M in disaster recovery across three states

RUSH funding assists individuals experiencing homelessness in disaster areas, addressing unmet needs not covered by federal disaster relief programs.

Trump administation is wrong to cut disaster relief funds

HUD is underfunded and crucial for supporting American families facing housing challenges.

Cuts to HUD amid a housing crisis will harm efforts to address homelessness and housing affordability.

NYC politics

HUD rejects Asheville's Hurricane Helene recovery plan over DEI

Combining millions of years of evolution with tech wizardry: The cyborg cockroach

Cyborg insects can effectively navigate complex environments, making them a promising alternative to traditional robots for disaster relief and inspections.

How GoFundMe Became a $250 Million Lifeline After the L.A. Fires

Tim Cadogan, CEO of GoFundMe, experienced a personal crisis with the Eaton fire, prompting an outpouring of over $250 million in donations.

California

Pasadena shelter closes, Duarte shelter opens for Eaton fire victims

Digital life

fromwww.nytimes.com

How GoFundMe Became a $250 Million Lifeline After the L.A. Fires

Tim Cadogan, CEO of GoFundMe, experienced a personal crisis with the Eaton fire, prompting an outpouring of over $250 million in donations.