Just as important, FEMA helps people BEFORE a disaster so they will be ready.  FEMA teaches people how to prepare for a disaster and how to make their homes as safe as possible.  FEMA works with communities to help them build safer, stronger buildings that are less likely to be damaged.  FEMA also trains firefighters and emergency workers, and runs a flood insurance program.

FEMA is an EXECUTIVE BRANCH agency, which means it reports to the President of the United States.  Congress provides FEMA's budget each year and sets aside money to help people in the event of disasters.

Disaster Action Kid
You can become a FEMA Disaster Action Kid and get a certificate!  Disaster Action Kids also get to be part of a special E-mail group, and will  receive exciting news and information directly from FEMA on a regular basis.  Being a Disaster Action Kid is Fun! Disaster Action Kids are prepared!  They know what items are needed in a disaster supply kit.  They know how to protect their pets during a disaster.  They also know what to do during each type of disaster.  Being a Disaster Action Kid isn’t easy, but it’s worth it!  Get your friends involved, too.  All you need to do is read about disasters on this site, do the activities and test your knowledge.