As Central Texas grapples with the aftermath of devastating floods that claimed at least 90 lives, Rep. Joaquin Castro demands a thorough investigation into the failures of the National Weather Service and emergency preparedness.
In a surprising revelation, FEMA's new leader, David Richardson, admitted he was unaware of the hurricane season's start, raising alarms about the agency's preparedness for an expected busy season. Amid staff cuts and confusion, experts worry about the impact on disaster response.
A recent tabletop exercise on solar storm preparedness has exposed critical weaknesses in America's response capabilities. With severe solar storms increasing in frequency, experts call for improved communication and enhanced satellite deployment.
