FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) is the leading agency for disaster relief and emergency response in the United States. FEMA, a Department of Homeland Security component, leads and supports a risk based emergency management program of protection, preparedness, response, and recovery.
This agency is responsible for protecting people and property from natural disasters. It manages resources, supplies, sheltering operations, and other support services before, during, or after an emergency occurs. The agency also educates communities on the dangers to their safety as well as their health.
What We Do
FEMA provides on-the-ground support to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments to prepare, respond and recover from disasters. FEMA works with a wide variety of partners including government agencies, non-profit organizations, and the private and public sector.
How we do it
FEMA has a large staff working out of headquarters offices in Washington, D.C., 10 regional offices and other facilities throughout the country. FEMA manages disaster programs, which provide funding for long-term recovery efforts following a disaster.
What We Know
The United States is facing increasing numbers of natural and man-made catastrophes that could threaten property, life, and health. Many of these events can be complex and require coordination between multiple agencies.
Our Mission
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) is a Department of Homeland security component. They are responsible for reducing property and life loss and protecting our institutions. We provide leadership and support for the nation's comprehensive, risk based emergency management program. It includes mitigation, preparedness and recovery. Our goal is to make America safer and more resilient.
We are a highly responsive organization that brings together the best of public, private and volunteer sectors to plan for, prepare, respond, recover and recover from our most serious threats. Our mission is to protect the nation's infrastructure and preserve the environment while ensuring that critical services are available.
Our Vision
As the nation’s premier emergency response agency and disaster recovery organization, we envision America being resilient. We believe everyone should be able to feel safe, secure, and self-reliant. Our vision sees all citizens, regardless their income, race, national origin, or gender, having the resources they require to protect themselves, and their communities.
Our Core Values
As a federal agency we adhere to the principles of integrity and accountability. We strive to be open and honest with the American people and our partners in the private sector at all levels of government.
Our Vision for Tomorrow:
As we lead and support a comprehensive risk-based emergency management system, we strive to reduce the loss of life and property and protect our nation's institutions from all hazards. FEMA needs to be revived, with more qualified and efficient FEMA managers and employees. We also need to make sure that FEMA has all the resources it needs in order to face the changing disasters.
Our Core Values for Climate Change
FEMA is the leading agency for disaster response and emergency management in the United States. It works closely with federal, state, local and local authorities in the preparation and response to the nation’s most severe climate changes. As such, we seek to promote the development of a resilient, safe and healthy environment by working with local officials to identify and address climate-related hazards and vulnerabilities.
FAQ
What do you do in a survival situation?
It is not easy to think of what to say next. So you need to make sure you are prepared for anything. You need to know how you will react to an unexpected problem.
If you aren't sure what to do, you must be able to adapt.
In a survival situation you might face the following problems:
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Being stuck in a remote location
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Getting lost
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Having limited food supplies
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Running out of water
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Facing hostile people
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Face to face with wild animals
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Finding shelter
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Fighting off predators
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Setting fire to
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Use tools
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Building shelters
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Hunting
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* Fishing
What are the basic skills for survival in the wild?
The most important thing you need to know when you're living off the land is how to make a fire. This is more than just lighting a flame. It requires you to learn friction and fluent methods of starting a fire. It is also important to learn how to keep from getting burned by the flames.
You will need to be able to construct shelter from natural materials like leaves, grasses and trees. These materials will help you stay warm at night. Finally, you will need to know how many gallons of water you require to survive.
Other Survival Skills
While these things can help you live longer, they won't be as important as learning how to light a flame. For example, you can eat many different kinds of plants and animals, but if you don't know how to light a fire, you won't be able to cook them.
Also, you will need to be able to identify edible and non-edible food sources. You could become sick or starve if you don't have this knowledge.
What is the most crucial survival tool for you if you're lost?
The compass indicates which direction north is. It also tells us how far we've traveled since our beginning point. The compass won't always show you the correct direction if you travel to mountains. However, if you're in a flat area, the compass should be able to show you the way.
If you don’t have a map or compass, an object like a stone or tree could be used as a reference. Even though you still need a landmark to help you orient yourself, it's a good idea to have one.
How long does it take before you find help?
This is dependent on many factors.
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You are where you need to be
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Which terrain are yours?
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No matter if you have cell phone reception
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If someone has ever seen you
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Whether you have been injured
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You are either dehydrated or not
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No matter if you've been drinking water.
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It doesn't matter if you have had food recently
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It does not matter if your clothing is appropriate
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No matter whether you are carrying a compass, a map, or a compass
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How familiar can you be with the area
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How many years has it been since your loss?
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How long did it take you to search for help?
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How long does it take people to notice your missing items?
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How quickly they decide to search for you
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How many rescuers can you attract?
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How many rescues did you receive
What is the best survival tip you have?
The best way to survive is to stay calm. You will fail, make mistakes, and eventually die if you panic.
Why are knot-tying skills very important for survival?
All around the world, people use knots for tying together ropes or fishing lines. They can also be used to tie bags shut, secure objects to trees, or create shelters. A basic skill, making knots, can save lives.
Statistics
- The downside to this type of shelter is that it does not generally offer 360 degrees of protection and unless you are diligent in your build or have some kind of tarp or trash bags, it will likely not be very resistant to water. (hiconsumption.com)
- In November of 1755, an earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 6.0 and a maximum intensity of VIII occurred about 50 miles northeast of Boston, Massachusetts. (usgs.gov)
- Not only does it kill up to 99.9% of all waterborne bacteria and parasites, but it will filter up to 1,000 liters of water without the use of chemicals. (hiconsumption.com)
- We know you're not always going to be 100% prepared for the situations that befall you, but you can still try and do your best to mitigate the worst circumstances by preparing for a number of contingencies. (hiconsumption.com)
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How To
How to build a lean-to shelter
The United States has many small structures called lean-tos. They are made from wood or steel poles covered by tarps. The roof is usually added after the walls, ceiling, and floor are built.
Lean-tos are temporary shelters that are built to the side of buildings when the weather isn't allowing for permanent shelter. You may also call it a "lean to shed", "lean–to cabin," or "lean–to house".
There are many types to lean-tos.
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A simple wooden frame with a tarpaulin covering. This type lean-to can be found in rural areas.
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Lean-to tent is a structure of poles supporting a roof that houses a tarpaulin.
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A lean-to cabin is also known as a "cabin on-frame" and consists of a platform supported with beams and posts.
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A leaning to shed is also known by the names "shelter -on-a–pole" and "paddock house". It consists primarily of a framework made up of poles, supports and a cover.
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A lean to garage is also called "garage-onstilts" or "overhang". It consists of a steel framework that rests on concrete stilts.
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A leaning-to studio (also known as "studio–on-a–frame” or "studio–on-a–post”) is a structure that includes two horizontal members (posts), one perpendicular and one vertical member (beam).
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A lean-to greenhouse, also called a "greenhouse-on-a-post," consists of three parallel horizontal members (posts), one perpendicular member (beam), and a canopy.