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Flash flood dangers far from over

Why FEMA’s flood maps often miss dangerous flash flood risks

Deadly and destructive flash flooding in Texas and several other states in July 2025 is raising questions about the nation’s flood maps and their ability to ensure that communities and homeowners can...

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Flash flood dangers far from over as storms reload across U.S.

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NYC storm, flash flooding threat grows amid possible heat wave this week

20 states sue DHS, FEMA

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20 states sue DHS, FEMA for cuts to disaster mitigation program

The lawsuit argues the power to make such a decision falls to Congress.

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20 states — including Pa. — are suing the Trump administration over ending FEMA disaster funding. Here’s what we know.

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Democrats sue Trump over canceled disaster grant program

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Arizona sues Trump to preserve disaster prevention funds for Buckeye, Camp Verde

Twenty states led by Democratic politicians are suing the Trump administration over the termination of FEMA's Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program.

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AG Ellison joins lawsuit to block FEMA cuts

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NY among 20 states suing Trump administration over end of disaster mitigation program

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New York slams Trump for FEMA cuts as state recovers from flash flooding

“New Yorkers depend on quality roads, floodwalls and other vital infrastructure to keep them safe when disaster strikes,” Attorney General Letitia James said in a press release Wednesday announcing a...

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MA AG Campbell leads lawsuit against Trump admin for cancelled disaster prevention grants

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Oregon schools brace for cuts as Trump administration withholds tens of millions

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FEMA aid for LA fires lags behind other disasters

Survivors say they're frustrated with the complicated application process while trying to decide if they'll rebuild or relocate.

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FEMA Collaborates with Local Authorities to Open Disaster Recovery Center in Georgetown Following Williamson County Floods

Williamson County opens a Disaster Recovery Center for flood victims offering FEMA assistance until August 10.

Noem Defends FEMA Response to Texas Floods

The homeland security secretary said a report that thousands of calls to a disaster hotline went unanswered because of staffing cuts was “false.”

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Federal funding cuts impact flood prevention projects in Moore and Norman

Federal cuts to FEMA's BRIC program have halted funding for flood prevention projects in Moore and Norman, prompting local leaders to seek alternative funding sources.

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Gov. Murphy declares state of emergency as flash flooding wreaks havoc across N.J.

Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency Monday night as flash flooding hit multiple parts of New Jersey. Murphy asked residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.

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Noem defends FEMA response to Texas floods amid scrutiny

The Homeland Security chief denied that a memo she issued in June requiring her to approve FEMA expenditures over $100,000 caused the agency to move more slowly.

Norman was ready to build a new flood warning system. Then FEMA axed the funding

President Donald Trump’s administration has systematically reduced states’ access to resources to safeguard their people against natural disasters.

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What does it mean to Harris County that FEMA missed nearly two-thirds of calls after central Texas floods?

Cuts made to the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Trump administration severely impaired its ability to respond to the devastating floods in central Texas.