Senate hearings focus on wildfire mitigation and disaster recovery, proposing 148 recommendations from the U.S. Fire Administration and DHS.
Senate hearings emphasize wildfire mitigation and disaster recovery, as the U.S. Fire Administration and Department of Homeland Security propose 148 recommendations. The top concerns are preparing communities for wildfires and changing how the Federal Emergency Management Agency responds to disaster recovery. Officials highlight the need for improved planning for housing survivors and addressing shortages following disasters, as seen in the Maui fires in Hawaii. The hearings also discuss the complexity of wildfire recovery compared to other disasters and the importance of rethinking coordination efforts for housing and other challenges.
March 14, 2024
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