FEMA Administrator Holds a Briefing

Published on October 9, 2024

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell holds a briefing to discuss FEMA’s actions to prepare for Hurricane Milton and the ongoing response to Hurricane Helene at 10 a.m. ET on Oct. 9. ...

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