FEMA Deputy Administrator on Agency's Future
Daniel Kaniewski, Federal Emergency Management Agency deputy administrator, spoke about the agency’s future disaster preparedness strategic plan and… read more
Daniel Kaniewski, Federal Emergency Management Agency deputy administrator, spoke about the agency’s future disaster preparedness strategic plan and reflected on the lessons learned from recovery efforts from Hurricanes Harvey and Maria in 2017. He emphasized the need for better communication and organization during disaster relief efforts and discussed the logistical challenges after the hurricane in Puerto Rico. He also stressed the important role of state and local governments and offered ways of how communities can work toward a “culture of preparedness.” close
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