District Attorney, Senate Candidate Scott Colom discusses FEMA concerns ahead of hurricane season
As we near hurricane season, District Attorney Scott Colom stood at the Hurricane Katrina Memorial to warn Mississippians about what he called a…
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Trump nominates Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA, a year after he was fired from the role
By GABRIELA AOUN ANGUEIRA Associated Press President Donald Trump nominated Cameron Hamilton Monday to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency, a surprising comeback for the former Navy SEAL who was fired from his role as FEMA’s temporary leader last year…
Trump-appointed FEMA Review Council proposes sweeping changes to federal disaster support
By GABRIELA AOUN ANGUEIRA A council meant to reform the Federal Emergency Management Agency proposed Thursday a series of long-awaited changes to the disaster recovery body that stop short of the administration’s promises to dismantle it, but could reduce the number of disasters…
FEMA workers who sounded alarm over nation’s disaster preparedness reinstated after 8 months
By GABRIELA AOUN ANGUEIRA The Federal Emergency Management Agency has moved to address staffing issues that triggered concern and uncertainty among and about its workforce, including reinstating employees put on leave for publicly opposing agency policies, and extending contracts for some…
Trump expected to nominate Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA after his firing last year
By GABRIELA AOUN ANGUEIRA President Donald Trump plans to nominate Cameron Hamilton, a former U.S. Navy SEAL whom the administration fired as the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s acting leader last year, as FEMA’s permanent administrator, according to a person familiar with…
FEMA will resume major grant program after yearlong hiatus, following a court order
By GABRIELA AOUN ANGUEIRA The Federal Emergency Management Agency on Wednesday opened applications for a major resilience grant program that the agency canceled last year, less than three weeks after a federal judge ordered FEMA to make the funding available. FEMA…
FEMA acting chief David Richardson departs after 6 months on the job, officials say
By ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN DIEGO (AP) — The acting chief of the Federal Emergency Management Agency left his job Monday after just six months, according to the Department of Homeland Security, the latest disruption in a year of mass staff departures,…
MEMA offering reimbursement grants for FEMA compliant safe rooms
MEMA is offering reimbursement grants to help Mississippi homeowners install FEMA compliant safe rooms. Funding is very limited for this program and applicants will be selected through…
State lawmakers calling for FEMA review of flood insurance
A few years ago, FEMA came up with what’s called Risk 2.0. It assesses risk and premiums for the National Flood Insurance Program. Mississippi’s two senators, Roger…
President Trump proposes ‘getting rid of FEMA’ while visiting North Carolina
By WILL WEISSERT and CHRIS MEGERIAN Updated 10:58 AM CST, January 24, 2025 FLETCHER, N.C. (AP) — President Donald Trump said he was considering “getting rid of FEMA” as he visited hurricane-battered North Carolina on Friday during the first trip of his second term. The comment, made…
FEMA sticking with decision on Long Beach Harbor
The City of Long Beach announced a judge’s decision on the rebuilding of its harbor this morning. Mayor George Bass said in a press conference Friday morning that FEMA is sticking with the decision they originally made. Mayor Bass said…
Long Beach to announce FEMA decision on harbor case
The City of Long Beach is holding a press conference Friday morning to announce FEMA’s response to the Long Beach Harbor arbitration case. The announcement will be made at 10 a.m. in the Long Beach City Hall meeting room. Long…
Biloxi's Katrina infrastructure repair ongoing, but nearing completion, 19 years later
Hurricane Katrina may have been nearly 19 years ago, but cities are still recovering from its destruction. I spoke with Mayor FoFo Gilich about Biloxi's Hurricane Katrina infrastructure repair program to see…
FEMA’s disaster fund is out of money
As another hurricane bears down on U.S. territories, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Tuesday its disaster fund has run out of money. The agency’s administrator says for now, FEMA will only provide funding for immediate needs and is hoping…
FEMA and MEMA open disaster center in Hancock County
Relief is on the way for those in Hancock County following those damaging April storms. FEMA and MEMA officials have set up a disaster center at the Hancock County Tax…
MEMA, FEMA open Disaster Recovery Center in Hancock County
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency and FEMA have opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Hancock County to help survivors affected by the April 8-11, severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding. The center is located at the Hancock County Tax…
"It's on FEMA.": Long Beach makes last effort to save harbor after FEMA denial
It's been nearly four years since Hurricane Zeta surprised the coast with its power and wiped out multiple piers -- including Long…
Governor Reeves Requests FEMA Individual Assistance for Six Counties Following April Storms
PEARL, Miss. (MEMA) – Governor Tate Reeves announced today that he is requesting Individual Assistance from FEMA for six counties impacted by the severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, and tornadoes from April 8 – April 11, 2024. During that timeframe,…
Ezell asks FEMA to adopt new flood maps
Congressman Mike Ezell and the rest of the Mississippi Delegation asked FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell to consider updated flood maps for South Mississippi. Ezell asked Criswell about the…
Federal funding needed to work on upgrades for Long Beach Harbor
The mayor of Long Beach, who says he’s frustrated with federal agencies, will once again travel to Washington to fight for the completion of upgrades…
MEMA District 9 Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan for 2023 will be presented at Biloxi City Council meeting
The City of Biloxi has completed the planning process to update its Hazard Mitigation/Floodplain Management Plan. The process involved identifying the policies, activities and tools necessary for implementing actions that will reduce or eliminate risks to life and property from…
Spring Towards Preparedness: Stay Safe from Flooding, Thunderstorms, and Lightning
ATLANTA – Springtime weather brings warmer temperatures and flowers, but also a higher likelihood of severe storms coming through your neighborhood or flood waters running down your streets. You can find specific flooding and thunderstorm preparedness activities and information by downloading…
Deadline Extended to Apply for FEMA’s Youth Preparedness Council
ATLANTA – Students in 8th to 11th grade who have a passion for disaster preparedness and community service are encouraged to apply prior to the March 8 deadline. Teens from communities across the Southeast may now apply for FEMA’s national Youth Preparedness…
FEMA taking applicants for Youth Preparedness Council
FEMA is accepting Youth Preparedness Council applications from students grades 8 through 11. The council is open to any student who wants to make a positive impact on…