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Celebrating the Americans with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act is the guiding force for ensuring that individuals with disabilities have what they need, when they need it, no matter where they need it.

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Staying Ready for Extreme Heat

Follow some simple steps so you can keep staying safe in July’s heat.

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Wildfire Response

FEMA continues to support state, territory and tribal-led wildfire fighting efforts.

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FEMA Podcast: Episode 135

Listen to expert panelists address extreme heat impacts, communications tactics and mitigation measures.

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Interested in a Job at FEMA? Here are the Employee Types

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Volunteer and Donate

Make the most out of your contributions by donating cash or your time.

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Major Disaster Declaration: Kentucky

Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, mudslides, straight-line winds and tornadoes beginning from May 21-27, 2024.

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Major Disaster Declaration: Missouri

Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 19-27, 2024.

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Major Disaster Declaration: Texas

Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by Hurricane Beryl on July 5-9, 2024.

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Major Disaster Declaration: Iowa

Individual and public assistance are now available for the areas affected by severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds and tornadoes beginning on June 16, 2024.

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