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  • Published on Aug 21, 2026

    U.S. Rep. Advises Hawaii Rethink Approach to Disasters

    (TNS) — U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda said Wednesday that the destruction in Kau after Hurricane Lala underscores the need for Hawaii to rethink how it prepares for, responds to and recovers from natural disasters. Tokuda spent Monday and Tuesday on Hawaii island …

    Source: Government Technology - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 21, 2026

    Heavy rain threatens battered Big Island as tropical storm develops off Hawaii

    As Hurricane Lala recovery efforts continue, emergency officials are bracing for a developing tropical storm that is expected to pass south of Hawaii starting this weekend. The cyclone was named Tropical Depression Two-C on Thursday — systems don’t get …

    Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 21, 2026

    Judge Wrecks Trump’s Excuse to Hold Back Wildfire Support

    A federal judge torched the Trump administration’s attempt to tie disaster relief in wildfire-ravaged Oregon to its crusade against diversity programs and “gender ideology.” U.S. District Judge Michael McShane laid out Thursday why he granted the city of …

    Source: The Daily Beast - Left-wing
  • Published on 06:59 GMT

    HIEMA to request federal disaster declaration after Lala

    HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency (HIEMA) is preparing to request a federal disaster declaration after damage assessments from Tropical Storm Lala. Last week, Lala reached Category 1 hurricane status, bringing torrential and …

    Source: Hawaii News Now - Neutral
  • Published on 00:02 GMT

    Groundbreaking for Houston Avenue at Cross Creek bridge replacement to kick off on Aug. 20

    Kings County will host a groundbreaking event at at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 25, kicking off construction for the long-awaited Houston  Avenue at Cross Creek Bridge Replacement Project.   In early 2023, Houston Avenue at Cross Creek Bridge experienced …

    Source: Hanford Sentinel - California - Neutral
  • Published on 00:56 GMT

    HIEMA to request federal disaster declaration following severe weather impacts from Lala

    August 21, 2026, 2:10 PM HST Big Island Storm Assessment. (8.17.26) PC: Office of the governor The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency (HIEMA) is preparing to request a federal disaster declaration following damage assessments related to Tropical Cyclone …

    Source: Maui Now - Hawaii - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 21, 2026

    Judge bulldozes Markwayne Mullin as wildfire victims suffer amid Trump 'pronoun' rule

    A federal judge ruled DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin cannot withhold Oregon disaster relief over President Donald Trump's 'pronoun' mandates as wildfires burn across the state. In a blistering order on Thursday, U.S. District Judge Michael …

    Source: Raw Story - Left-wing
  • Published on Aug 20, 2026

    What Southern California residents should know about the strengthening El Niño

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center says there is a 90% chance that a "very strong" El Niño event will take place in the Northern Hemisphere during the fall and winter of 2026 and 2027, which could …

    Source: CBS Los Angeles - California - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 20, 2026

    Hawaii must ‘harden infrastructure’ against natural disasters, Rep. Tokuda says

    U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda said Wednesday that the destruction in Kau after Hurricane Lala underscores the need for Hawaii to rethink how it prepares for, responds to and recovers from natural disasters. Tokuda spent Monday and Tuesday on Hawaii island, …

    Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 20, 2026

    Frustrated Altadena leaders decry delays in FEMA funding to offset Edison undergrounding costs

    Altadena Town Council members on Tuesday, Aug. 18, voiced concern over the lack of current funding to help offset costs to local homeowners from Southern California Edison’s ongoing utility undergrounding work. At the council’s monthly meeting, Ciara …

    Source: Los Angeles Daily News - California - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 21, 2026

    Commandeering, Coercion, and Executive Power

    One week this summer put the transformation of American federalism on display. On July 17, a district court ruled for 24 states that the Trump administration had unlawfully canceled billions of dollars for schools, health programs, and scientific research …

    Source: Just Security - Left-wing
  • Published on Aug 19, 2026

    FEMA releases final public notice for Nye County flood mitigation project

    Last month, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released an initial public notice for a critical systems flood mitigation project in Nye County. FEMA released a final public notice last week, announcing its …

    Source: Pahrump Valley Times - Nevada - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 19, 2026

    At the Frontier of Change: How—or Where— to Rebuild as Alaska's Permafrost Disappears

    In some areas of the tiny subsistence coastal village of Kwigillingok along the Bering Sea in western Alaska, pockets of ground feel squishy, almost gelatinous, rather than solid. It’s an odd sensation, as if there is only a thin layer of muddy soil …

    Source: Engineering News Record - Pending
  • Published on Aug 19, 2026

    FEMA Approves Federal Assistance For Fielder Mountain Fire

    The Fielder Mountain Fire viewed from Depot Street Bridge on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Photo by Pam Birdsall, Rogue River Press. ©️RogueRiverPress Federal funding has been authorized to help cover the cost of fighting the Fielder Mountain Fire burning in …

    Source: Rogue River Press - Oregon - Pending
  • Published on Aug 21, 2026

    Consumer Affairs named Nevada among the worst states to move to, here's why

    Aug. 21, 2026, 1:04 p.m. PT Consumer Affairs determined the best and worst states to move to based on affordability, safety, economic strength, healthcare, education and quality of life to create a list of the best and worst states to move to in the U.S. …

    Source: Reno Gazette-Journal - Nevada - Neutral
  • Published on 03:23 GMT

    Lawmakers push $100M-a-year bill to fund fortified roof programs

    NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - U.S. representatives from Louisiana, Mississippi and California want Congress to spend an extra $100 million a year to help prevent damage from storms and other natural disasters. The money would go toward funding Louisiana’s fortified …

    Source: FOX 8 - Louisiana - Right-wing
  • Published on Aug 19, 2026

    At the Frontier of Change: How—or Where—to Rebuild as Alaska's Permafrost Disappears

    In some areas of the tiny subsistence coastal village of Kwigillingok along the Bering Sea in western Alaska, pockets of ground feel squishy, almost gelatinous, rather than solid. It’s an odd sensation, as if there is only a thin layer of muddy soil …

    Source: Engineering News Record - Pending
  • Published on 04:35 GMT

    Town/County/Sea 8/20/26

    The Trump administration has formally proposed repealing the 2001 U.S. Forest Service Roadless Rule, opening a public comment period through Sept. 21 on a change that could affect about 113,600 acres in Skagit County and more than 91,200 acres in Whatcom …

    Source: La Conner Community News - Washington State - Pending
  • Published on Aug 18, 2026

    FEMA approves federal funding to help Alaska fight Mukluk Fire near Tok

    Federal funding is now available to help Alaska fight the Mukluk Fire in the Southeast Fairbanks Census Area. The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant Monday night. FEMA determined the fire threatened to cause …

    Source: Your Alaska Link - Pending

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  • Published on August 22, 2026 - 05:24 GMT

    Planning: Emergency Operations (L0103)

    This course is designed to give basic concepts and planning steps to those new to the field of emergency management so that they may apply planning discipline and skills to challenges in their jobs. The course content includes Emergency Management Planning …

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  • Published on August 20, 2026 - 16:15 GMT

    Students and Teachers Can Apply for FEMA Assistance

    Students and teachers whose homes and personal property were damaged by Tropical Storm Arthur that occurred June 17-24, can apply for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to help eligible individuals and families in Avoyelles, Lafourche, Pointe …

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