Devastating wildfires continue to threaten Southern California, so the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and its federal partners are doing whatever is necessary to suppor

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Disaster Recovery Coalition of America (DRCA) have signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Agreem

Fires continue to ravage Southern California, leaving thousands of people and families homeless and fleeing to avoid the flames that have consumed large areas of the region, in one

It’s that time again. You might recall the high school typing test. For all good citizens to come to the aid of their country. It’s the transition between government

For two days starting Sunday, Jan. 12, the Federal Emergency Management Agency opened centers in eight L.A. County libraries to help victims of the fires apply for government aid, housing help and other resources.

As government moves to recovery mode in the wake of the devastating fires, the anniversary of one of L.A.’s worst disasters passes this week — and possibly useful lessons may echo.

The University Branch of the Seattle Public Library (SPL), a Carnegie library that opened in 1910, will be temporarily closed for renovations beginning Jan. 29. The plans range from earthquake

Rural California is no stranger to the gutting a wildfire can do to its population, but now this reality has hit Los Angeles and celebrities.

Firefighters continue to battle a string of historically destructive wildfires burning in Los Angeles County. Some people have been allowed to return to the evacuation zones this week to find nothing left.

Since 2022, seven of the 12 largest insurance companies have stopped issuing new policies to homeowners in California, citing increased risks due to climate change. California isn't alone: The same thing has happened in other vulnerable states,

On Jan. 17, 1995, a powerful earthquake rocked Kobe, Japan, and the surrounding area, killing about 5,500 people.

Learn how the Smithsonian provides demonstrations and resources to help families salvage their damaged belongings.