Federal Emergency Management Agency
Explosions Highlight Dangers Of Making Hash Oil
Nicholas Broms was trying to squeeze a better high from marijuana when his Oregon condo caught on fire. An explosion knocked out a wall, blew out his sliding glass door and torched his arms.
Military Considers Joining Fighting Wildfires Sooner
Military and civilian officials are weighing whether to make it easier to call in military planes to help fight wildfires, a top general said Wednesday.
FEMA Gives Colorado $2M To Help Pay For 2012 Wildfire Season
Colorado is getting some help paying for last summer’s busy wildfire season.
Colorado Relief Organizations Mobilize To Help Hurricane Victims
Relief organizations from across the country, including in Colorado are on their way to help victims of Hurricane Sandy.
Ex-FEMA Head, Colorado Native Michael Brown Offers Advice On Sandy
Former Federal Emergency Management Agency head Michael Brown, who is a Colorado native, offered advice and criticism to President Obama about Hurricane Sandy in an interview with Westword.
Child Care Disaster Planning Under Study By CSU
It’s the first study of its kind in the nation. The goal is to save the lives of children who are in day care when a disaster like a tornado strikes.
More Aid For Counties Affected By Colorado Fires
The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved disaster loan assistance for farmers, ranchers, businesses, homeowners and nonprofit organizations affected by some Colorado wildfires, flooding and mudslides this summer.
Feds Reimburse Colorado For Firefighting Costs
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is reimbursing the Colorado State Forest Service for 75 percent of the cost of the Fourmile Canyon and Reservoir fires.
