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  1. Jul 21

    In this extreme heat: Drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Check on friends, neighbors, & animals.

    Potentially-dangerous heat again across a large swath of the country again today.
    1 reply 47 retweets 47 likes
  2. Retweeted
    Jul 20

    and drink plenty of water today. Stay indoors as much as possible and limit your time in the sun.

    A graphic featuring people indoors at a library. The text reads as follows: when temps rise outside, get inside! Head somewhere like a shopping mall or library with a/c to beat the heat.
    2 replies 127 retweets 102 likes
  3. Retweeted
    Jul 19

    Wildfires continue to burn thousands of acres out West. We are providing shelter, food & relief supplies. More at .

    4 replies 91 retweets 128 likes
  4. Jul 19

    We're hosting a webinar (7/20) for the Flood Mitigation Assistance and Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant programs at .

    16 retweets 14 likes
  5. Retweeted
    Jul 19

    Do you know what to do if you spot a wildfire?

    4 replies 87 retweets 87 likes
  6. Jul 19

    If you or someone you know has been affected by the in CA, our app can be used to find open shelters:

    The Red Cross of the Central Valley has opened 5 shelter locations for residents impacted by the .
    25 retweets 24 likes
  7. Jul 18

    Yesterday, we approved fire management grants for the in NV & the in CA to help firefighting efforts.

    Photo of trees smoldering from a forest fire in Santa Fe National forest. Text overlay reads: "Fire Management Assistance Grants, to prevent a wildfire from becoming a major disaster. Can happen within a matter of hours: • State requests assistance at threat of major disaster. • FEMA Regional office evaluates request with technical assessment from Dept. of Interior Advisor. • Fire Management Assistance Grant declared
    1 reply 9 retweets 21 likes
  8. Jul 17

    Get ready for ⛈️🌪️🔥❄️🌀 & pack your 🎒 with 💧🍎🔋🔦💊📑🗺️

    7 replies 135 retweets 199 likes
  9. Jul 17

    Over the weekend, we approved a fire management grant for the in Nevada to help with supplies, staffing, & more.

    Two New Mexico firefighters walk up a hill to continue battling smoldering forest fires. Labels point to the types of costs Fire Management Assistance Grants can cover to support firefighters. Text overlay reads: "Fire Management Assistance Grants, Support to firefighters. • Firefighting tools and equipment • Overtime compensation • Mobilization and travel costs • Meals, health and safety items."
    2 replies 20 retweets 42 likes
  10. Retweeted
    Jul 15

    Video link to panel discussion on resilience with and

    1 reply 15 retweets 23 likes
  11. Retweeted
    Jul 13

    Never drive into a flooded roadway. Cars can be swept away in 2 ft. of moving water. Turn around, don't drown!

    50 retweets 40 likes
  12. Retweeted
    Jul 13

    Do not attempt to drive through areas that are still flooded. Listen to local officials by radio, TV or social media.

    35 retweets 41 likes
  13. Retweeted
    Jul 13

    Stay cool & today by dressing in loose-fitting & lightweight clothing, limiting your time outdoors, & staying hydrated.

    A graphic featuring a woman drinking water that reads as follows: stay hydrated. During extreme heat, drink plenty of water even if you don't feel thirsty.
    4 replies 83 retweets 61 likes
  14. Retweeted
    Jul 13

    ☀️ The effects of heat can sneak up on you! 🌡 Learn more about how to stay safe and

    1 reply 16 retweets 14 likes
  15. Jul 11

    Be sure to catch live on the tomorrow morning at 7:20 EDT. He’ll be talking hurricane prep & more.

    The FEMA administrator smiles at the camera.
    23 retweets 38 likes
  16. Jul 10

    Wildfires can happen anytime, anywhere. Prep by clearing debris within 30’ of your home, packing a go-kit, & making a plan with your family.

    5 replies 208 retweets 165 likes
  17. Jul 10

    A big thank you to all the firefighters & first responders working to battle wildfires burning across several states.

    Over 75 Strike Teams, 380 Engines from local government fire agencies & Fire now committed to 14 fires statewide.
    1 reply 49 retweets 126 likes
  18. Jul 10

    This weekend, we approved fire management grants for the in CA & the in AZ to help with supplies, staffing, & more.

    Photo of a helicopter dropping water and retardant on a wildfire near the Mexican border, to stop the fire from advancing. Overlaid text reads: Fire Management Assistance Grants (FMAGs), to prevent a wildfire from becoming a major disaster. Grant can cover: personnel and staffing; equipment and supplies; meals, health and safety items; pre-positioning resources; emergency work.
    2 replies 25 retweets 38 likes
  19. Retweeted
    Jul 10

    It's Monday & it's going to be hot! Whether you are going to be outside, inside, or in the car, here are some helpful tips to beat the heat!

    1 reply 55 retweets 35 likes
  20. Retweeted
    Jul 7

    Sunscreen is a must for everyone under the sun! Protect your skin!

    1 reply 18 retweets 16 likes

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