How FEMA tries to combat rumors and conspiracy theories about Milton and Helene
The emergency management agency has long tried to respond to rumors that might delay recovery efforts. But a former FEMA ...
'Haven't seen anything quite like this': Milton growing in size as it nears Florida
Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate and former Director of Florida's Division of Emergency Management Joe Myers join Chris ...
FEMA leader vows "whole federal family" will respond to Hurricane Milton amid reports of staff shortages
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said Wednesday that the agency has a "layered approach" to staffing, along with being just ...
Hurricane Milton live updates: ‘Catastrophic’ storm growing in size as Florida hit with multiple tornadoes, severe flooding ahead of landfall
Forecasters are urging people in Florida to make preparations or leave their homes today, as the National Hurricane Center ...
As FEMA prepares for Hurricane Milton, it battles rumors surrounding Helene recovery
The false claims are being fueled by former President Donald Trump and others just ahead of the presidential election, and ...
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No, FEMA didn’t close roads and bridges to create traffic jams during Hurricane Milton evacuations
"FEMA is not blockading people in Florida and preventing evacuations," FEMA stated on its website Oct. 8 in response to the social media rumors. "FEMA does not control traffic flow or conduct traffic ...
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Fact-Checking Florida's Hurricane Misinformation Storm
With Hurricane Milton approaching Florida's Gulf Coast, misinformation about weather control and relief efforts spreads.
Opinion: Helene exposed FEMA's weaknesses. Can they handle Milton's devastation in Florida?
FEMA's weaknesses, both historical and current, show why private aid and 'everyday' citizens are often more effective than ...