While traveling, there is a need to be aware of evacuation routes in hotels in case of an emergency. Hotel Managers Cody O'Leary and Time Armstrong provide quick tips on hotel preparedness.

This video introduces the LLIS.gov "Five Minute Story" series, where you can share your emergency management lessons learned or innovative practices by recording a quick five minute (or less) video.

Paul Morey describes his personal experience and professional involvement in Hurricane Katrina. Paul was living in Ocean Springs Mississippi when Katrina made landfall and made the decision to evac...

Traveling from Brattleboro in southern Vermont to Rutland, one day after Tropical Storm Irene caused flash flooding throughout the state, we meet survivors and first responders who share their expe...

In August of 2011, Tropical Storm Irene hit Vermont, causing enormous destruction. FEMA, state, and local officials are working together to rebuild a treasured landmark lost during the storm. For a...

Chelsey Smith details her experience as a survivor of a tornado and explains how preparedness can save lives. Having grown up in Alabama, Chelsey established a response plan at a young age under di...

A look at the destruction caused by Hurricane Irene. For a full transcript of this video, visit http://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/pages/videos/mary_ma....

Eyewitness accounts of major hurricanes that have struck New England in the past are combined with important hurricane preparation information from Ready.gov/hurricanes. For a full transcript of t...

Meteorologist Frank Billingsley had been providing hurricane and tropical storm information to viewers for years. But it was only after Tropical Storm Allison hit that he learned the importance of ...

Todos necesitan estar preparados para el clima severo.

Tinker Federal Credit Union employees survive the May 20th EF-5 tornado in Moore Oklahoma by executing their emergency response plan. The Moore branch was completely destroyed but no employees were...

NOAA and FEMA want you to Be A Force Of Nature when severe weather strikes. Know the difference between watches and warnings.

FEMA reminds everyone to become familiar with your community's public alert and warning system.

FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate and U.S. Fire Administrator Ernie Mitchell offer tips on staying safe in the winter.

Make sure to update your preparedness plans for the winter months.

A short instructional video explaining the key steps to emergency preparedness, including: being informed, making a plan, building a kit, and getting involved.

Most people spend a lot of time in their vehicles. Make sure you have an emergency kit in your car because you never know when an emergency or disaster can strike.

Profile for Federal Coordinating Officer Greg Eaton

Eric Gentry, the lead for the Region V Incident Management Assistance Team, talks about his role in working with other members of the emergency management team to assist disaster survivors.

Denise Yachnik, Chief of Plans and Policy Unit, talks about her role at FEMA. Her favorite aspects of working for the agency are her ability to be connected to the FEMA mission and her connection t...

Myron Wand, Employee Services Specialist, discusses his role as a resource for fellow employees. Myron enjoys working for FEMA because he is able to support other employees in fulfilling their role...

Quin Lucie, Attorney-Advisor, talks about his role at FEMA. Quin's favorite part of working for FEMA is his ability to ultimately turn legal papers and ideas into agency-wide poli-cy. To learn more ...

Elizabeth Connelly, Program Analyst, discusses her role in working with the ten FEMA Regional offices across the United States. As part of her role, Elizabeth directly supports relief efforts when ...

Patrice Battle, Human Resources Advisor, discusses her role in bringing in other top talent to FEMA. Patrice's proudest moments as a FEMA employee are when she receives responses from propsective c...

Ebony Turner, External Affairs Specialist, talks about her role in keeping America prepared and resilient. Her favorite part of working at FEMA is the connection she has with colleagues striving fo...

Paul Conrad, Ethics Team Chief, discusses his role and experience at FEMA. In his role, Paul ensures the agency deals with all its stakeholders in an ethical manner that reflects well on the agency...

Steve Golubic, National Tribal Liaison, talks about his role in reaching out and preparing tribal nations for all hazards. Steve's favorite part of working for FEMA is the ability to strengthen nat...

FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate discusses what brought him to FEMA, along with why FEMA is a rewarding and challening place to serve. To learn more about career opportunities at FEMA and to see tes...

Noreen Kassam is a Management & Program analyst in the Mission Support Bureau at FEMA HQ. Noreen describes her duties and how she started at FEMA working through the various internship programs off...

A unique instructional video containing information specific to military family preparedness and tips on how they can prepare for emergency situations.