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Preparing for the Next Disaster - A Look Ahead with FEMA

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the role and challenges of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in disaster relief and recovery through this insightful conversation with FEMA's administrator. Gain an inside perspective on the agency's responsibilities following major disasters like Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, as well as floods, wildfires, and storms that made 2017 one of the most catastrophic years on record. Discover how FEMA manages the registration of millions of affected individuals and learn about the agency's often misunderstood functions. Join speakers Andrew Revkin and Brock Long as they discuss FEMA's approach to preparing for future disasters and addressing the complex issues surrounding emergency management in the United States.

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Preparing for the Next Disaster: A Look Ahead with FEMA’s Administrator


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The Aspen Institute

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