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‘You can’t unsee it’: the mental toll of Maui fires on search-and-recovery teams

As deadly disasters increase in frequency and magnitude, so does the emotional weight for those who recover the bodies

The Guardian - US

Louisiana, 9 other states ask federal judge to block changes in National Flood Insurance Program

Attorneys for 10 states and some Louisiana local governments hope a federal judge will block a new system for calculating rates for federal flood insurance

The Independent UK

Spending turmoil rocks House GOP with deadline weeks away - Roll Call

House Republicans are discussing a three- to four-week stopgap funding measure to avert a partial government shutdown starting Oct. 1.

Roll Call

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FEMA officials work to help the elderly prepare for disasters

The United States began observing National Preparedness Month in 2004. This year, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is focusing on outreach to senior citizens and those living with disabilities.

WEKU

President Biden declares 3 Georgia counties are eligible for disaster aid after Hurricane Idalia

President Joe Biden is approving a disaster declaration for three Georgia counties following Hurricane Idalia’s sprint across the state

The Independent UK

Things to know about aid, lawsuits and tourism nearly a month after fire leveled a Hawaii community

It's been nearly a month since the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century killed at least 115 people in Hawaii

The Independent UK

Gangula refutes allegations against his family-owned granite firm

ED issues showcause notice to Karimnagar granite firms for alleged FEMA violation to the tune of ₹4.8 cr. ED's investigation found large-scale evasion of seigniorage fee & 'underreporting' of quantity of granite blocks by exporters & 'unaccounted' money transactions. Minister denies allegations.

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Still reeling from flooding, some in Vermont say something better must come out of losing everything

Some Vermont residents whose homes were damaged or destroyed during severe flooding in July still face housing shortages

The Independent UK

DeSantis snubs Biden as president tours Hurricane Idalia damage in Florida

Florida governor has no plans to meet Biden, claiming security preparations would impair recovery efforts

The Guardian - US

‘I didn’t get any help’: Maui residents struggle despite Biden’s vow of aid

The president promised federal government would support the island after deadly wildfires, but residents say the response is scattershot and insufficient

The Guardian - US

Biden is touring Hurricane Idalia damage. But DeSantis doesn't have plans to meet him

President Biden had said he would meet with Gov. Ron DeSantis during a tour of hurricane damage on Saturday. But on Friday night, the governor's office threw cold water on the idea.

WEKU

Is climate change fuelling Idalia and other hurricanes?

Scientists say climate change has contributed to the intensity of hurricanes, driving higher winds and wetter storms.

Al Jazeera

States count cost of Hurricane Idalia as experts say it could have been far worse

Category 4 storm took last-minute turn away from Florida state capital and weakened slightly just before landfall

The Guardian - US

White House ups ante on emergency disaster aid - Roll Call

The Biden administration is seeking an extra $4 billion for FEMA’s disaster relief fund after a spate of recent natural calamities.

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After recent disasters, the White House says FEMA needs more money

The Federal Emergency Management Agency needs $16 billion in emergency funding, the White House says. That's up $4 billion from a request it made last month, due to recent disasters.

The Independent UK

Biden wants an extra $4 billion for disaster relief, bringing total request to $16 billion

The White House will seek an additional $4 billion to address natural disasters as part of its supplemental funding request

The Conversation

How to get federal disaster aid: FEMA is running out of money, but these strategies can help survivors of Hurricane Idalia and the Maui fires get aid faster

As questions loom over the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s ability to fund disaster recovery efforts, people who lost homes to recent wildfires and storms are trying to make their way through the difficult process of securing financial aid.

WEKU

A go bag is an essential tool during natural disasters. Here's how to build your own

Natural disasters can happen anywhere with little to no notice. FEMA and the Red Cross say everybody should have an emergency go bag prepared.

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Roll Call

Senate mulls going first on stopgap, supplemental funds package - Roll Call

Senators are quietly discussing the possibility of moving first on a stopgap spending and supplemental appropriations combo package.

The Independent UK

GOP under fire for trying to make news out of Biden petting a dog in Hawaii

‘This criticism is classless and stupid,’ replied the White House Deputy Press Secretary

Al Jazeera

Hawaii says 850 missing after Maui wildfires ahead of Biden visit

Wildfires on Maui have killed at least 114 people, but emergency workers are still searching through the destruction.

The Independent UK

Immigrant workers’ lives, livelihoods and documents in limbo after the Hawaii fire

For foreign workers, Lahaina was an oasis

Chicago Sun-Times

FEMA disaster teams visit Cicero to spread word about federal assistance in wake of flooding

Cook County residents whose homes were damaged in record-setting rainfall in June-July can apply for federal funds to help cover losses. The deadline is Oct. 16.

The Independent UK

FACT FOCUS: Online posts spread misinformation about FEMA aid following Maui wildfires

Social media users are discouraging residents from accepting disaster aid in Maui, falsely claiming the Federal Emergency Management Agency could seize their property if they do

The Independent UK

Fox News criticised for using disgraced ex-FEMA head to attack Biden’s response to Hawaii wildfires

Social media users were quick to call back to the Hurricane Katrina era

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