In 2024, the United States experienced 27 weather and climate disasters with at least $1 billion in damages, second only to the record-setting 28 $1 billion disasters in 2023. More.

Funding cuts from the federal government could soon impact the resources available to you should disaster strike. Earlier this week, Donald Trump announced he was considering shutting FEMA down. More.

It’s not just two-legged loved ones who need a disaster preparedness plan. Four-legged, no-legged, and other pets will need assistance if there is an emergency. More.

Those who work behind the scenes to help keep central Ohio events like Red, White and Boom safe could see their federal funding go from millions to zero if President Donald Trump's budget request is granted. More.

Being prepared for emergencies is one of the many ways you take care of children, staff, and families in your program. Keeping mental health in mind when you are planning for disasters and during response and recovery activities helps protect everyone from the psychological harm of natural disasters and emergencies. More.

Mass violence events happen with alarming frequency. Large-scale shootings in public places—malls, workplaces, entertainment venues, and schools—receive the most attention in the media, but incidents in which two or more people are the victims of serious violence happen regularly. More.

A Myrtle Beach business owner is sharing safety tips following the officer-involved shooting in April, where one man died and 11 others were injured. “Go out, plan to have a good time, but also plan to be safe,” Bruce Golar said. More.

Every year, millions of people are affected by emergencies such as armed conflicts and natural disasters. These crises disrupt families, livelihoods and essential services, and significantly impact mental health. Nearly all those affected experience psychological distress. A minority go on to develop mental health conditions such as depression or post-traumatic stress disorder. More.