FEMA Faces Major Staff Cuts Ahead of Hurricane Season

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that FEMA is facing a significant reduction in its workforce, with approximately 20% of its staff, including top leaders in disaster response and recovery, expected to take voluntary buyouts. This reduction is happening just weeks ahead of the hurricane season, raising concerns about the agency’s ability to effectively manage disaster relief. The situation is compounded by the increasing frequency and intensity of natural disasters, putting communities at greater risk.