Tag: FEMA

Pew Survey Shows Bipartisan Support for Enhanced Federal Disaster Relief and Building Standards

Pew Research finds broad bipartisan support for stronger federal disaster relief and stricter building codes following recent extreme weather events in Missouri and Texas.

Texas Floods Cause Widespread Property Damage, Raising Insurance and Market Challenges

Severe July flash floods in Texas Hill Country have caused extensive property damage and triggered insurance affordability and housing market challenges, spotlighting risk management and regulatory responses.

FEMA Launches Disaster Assistance in Kerr County After Severe Flooding July 2025

FEMA activates Individual and Public Assistance programs for Kerr County flood victims post-July 2025 storms. Guidelines highlight insurance claims coordination and SBA loan availability.

Central Texas Flooding Causes Nearly 90 Deaths, Prompts State and Federal Response

Catastrophic flash flooding in central Texas in July kills nearly 90, including campers at Camp Mystic. Authorities continue search, investigate emergency warnings, and coordinate federal disaster relief.

Post-Tornado Demolition Costs Highlight Regulatory and Financial Challenges in St. Louis

St. Louis tornado victims face costly demolition and strict city permit regulations, revealing gaps in insurance coverage and the limits of nonprofit disaster aid in urban recovery.

Senators Urge FEMA to Halt Risk Rating 2.0 Flood Insurance Premium Increases

U.S. Senators demand FEMA halt Risk Rating 2.0 flood insurance premium hikes citing transparency issues and impacts on homeowners, especially in Republican-led states.

U.S. Faces Billion-Dollar Risks as 2024 Hurricane Season Forecasts Elevated Home Damage

The 2024 hurricane season threatens billions in U.S. property damage, exposing insurance gaps and financial risks in coastal markets. Insight on risk, insurance coverage, and federal preparedness.

Georgia Tort Reform and Market Shifts Influence US Insurance Landscape

Explore how Georgia's tort reform, manufacturing tariffs, automotive regulations, and AI advancements are shaping the U.S. insurance industry landscape in 2024.

FEMA Supports Arkansas Storm Recovery: Insurance Claims and Assistance Guidance

FEMA provides federal aid for Arkansas homeowners and renters affected by March storms, coordinating with insurance claims and SBA disaster loans under DR-4865-AR.

Federal Disaster Programs Essential for Mitigation and Insurance Stability

Senior insurance official urges Senate on the indispensable role of federal disaster programs in reducing property insurance risks and costs, highlighting FEMA's unique capabilities amid federal funding cuts.