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disaster funding
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khn.orgworld72 days ago
West Coast Coastal Towns Face Challenges in Funding Tsunami Shelters
Coastal towns along the West Coast lack resources to construct tsunami shelters for protection against surging waves. These structures aim to safeguard homes and residents in tsunami-prone areas. The situation highlights ongoing efforts to address natural disaster risks in vulner…
Nprscience73 days ago
FEMA Disaster Funding Backlog Delays Community Projects Across US States
States report delays in Federal Emergency Management Agency funding under the Trump administration, affecting wildfire and hurricane protection projects. NPR obtained documents showing FEMA owes nearly $10 billion to communities for disaster reimbursements. Recent policy changes…