disaster recovery

Over the last few years, FEMA’s BRIC program has awarded $4.5 billion worth of grants intended to help communities prepare for future disasters. But with the Trump administration eying the program for cuts, what happens if that money goes away?

A Houston nonprofit helps homeowners rebuild after storms.

Small business owners struggling after the storm hope visitors will return and bring some patience with them.

Recovery goes on long after the cameras have moved on.

FEMA will have enough for immediate emergency response, but the latest government funding bill didn’t include additional funding to help communities struggling from past disasters.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s disaster relief fund is likely to be in the red sometime next month.

The economic damage from Hurricane Ian could exceed $100 billion.

In California, homeowners in high wildfire-risk areas are finding insurance is harder to find, costs more and is worth less.

The rebuilding process is expected to take years and costs are in the billions.

In the aftermath of the Paradise wildfire, RVs and motels have become housing alternatives for displaced residents.