INDIANA — Indiana Governor Mike Pence has declared September Preparedness Month in the state, urging Hoosiers to develop plans for coping with natural or man-made disasters and emergencies.

INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Mike Pence has requested federal grants for government and certain non-profit organizations in 19 counties for severe storms and flooding, which occurred between June 7-July 29. Fulton, Marshall and Wabash counties are among the counties specified.

Kosciusko County is in the process of revising its flood control ordinance, the Kosciusko County Area Planning Commission heard during its regular monthly meeting Wednesday afternoon, July 1, in Warsaw. Matt Sandy, assistant planning director for the county, said the revision is mandated because FEMA is updating its flood plain maps and also some of …read more.

By CASSIE RINGSDORF Federal Emergency Management Agency Take a few minutes to commit to being ready for disasters that may threaten your community. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Region V office in Chicago is encouraging everyone to take part in “America’s PrepareAthon National Day of Action” on Thursday, April 30, and consider doing at least …read more.

With a potentially volatile midweek forecast that includes severe storms, heavy rains, strong winds and the potential for tornadoes, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency encourages everyone to get prepared. The National Weather Service Northern Indiana has posted a hazardous weather outlook. on its site: http://www.weather.gov/iwx/ Thunderstorms are expected today and tonight …read more.

By MARK PETERSON Federal Emergency Management Agency Dangerously low temperatures and accumulating snow are in the forecast for much of the Midwest and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency wants individuals and families to be safe when faced with the hazards of cold temperatures and winter weather. “Subfreezing temperatures and wind …read more.

By CASSIE RINGSDORF Federal Emergency Management Agency With the holidays fast approaching, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency Region V office encourages everyone to consider giving gifts that will help protect their family members and friends during a future emergency. “A gift to help prepare for emergencies could be life-saving for …read more.

By CASSIE RINGSDORF Media Contact, FEMA Cold temperatures, heavy snow, and treacherous ice storms are all risks of the impending winter season. “Severe winter weather can be dangerous and even life-threatening for people who don’t take the proper precautions,” said FEMA Region V acting administrator Janet Odeshoo. “Preparedness begins with knowing your risks, making a …read more.

June 22 – 28 marks Lightning Safety Awareness Week – an awareness campaign to learn about the lightning hazards of summer and the preparedness actions you should take when storms threaten. During the week, FEMA’s Region V office in Chicago will be distributing lightning safety tips as well as important information about protecting your property …read more.

June 22–28 marks Lightning Safety Awareness Week — an awareness campaign to learn about the lightning hazards of summer and the preparedness actions you should take when storms threaten. During the week, FEMA’s Region V office in Chicago will be distributing lightning safety tips as well as important information about protecting property in a storm …read more.

Governor Mike Pence received word today that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has granted his appeal for federal assistance for the severe winter storms that impacted much of the state from Jan. 5-9. The major disaster declaration from FEMA will allow grants to 19 counties, including Kosciusko County. The state can now request assistance for …read more.

Governor Mike Pence is appealing the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s denial of the state’s request for a major disaster declaration as a result of the winter storm on Jan. 5-9. In the appeal, Pence is requesting public assistance (governments and certain non-profit organizations) for the following counties: Kosciusko, Allen, Benton, Blackford, Boone, Carroll, Cass, Clay, …read more.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied Indiana’s request for assistance to governments and certain non-profits from the severe winter storm that hit Jan. 5-9. (See related) Indiana plans to appeal the decision. On March 6, Indiana requested federal grants for government and certain non-profit organizations in 49 counties. Those counties included: Allen, Benton, Blackford, …read more.

Record breaking cold temperatures and mounting snow accumulations has topped the news much of this winter and now, even with each day bringing us a little closer to spring, it seems the weather will continue to be a hot topic. Meteorologists at the National Weather Service near North Webster have today said that patchy blowing …read more.

The general public is invited to review the preliminary floodplain maps and learn about risk in their community. Those interested may drop-in at any time during the event to talk one-on-one with FEMA or State DNR representatives. Representatives from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the Indiana Department …read more.