We know that it is not a question of if disasters will occur, but when and where they will occur. And just like you, the ProPublica reporting team wants to be well-prepared in advance.
If you are a local, state, or federal emergency manager, former emergency manager, emergency management researcher, or part of our extensive network of disaster response and recovery partners, we want to hear your concerns. Dozens of current and former emergency managers, working everywhere from large cities to rural counties, have already told us about the growing challenges they face in a climate of disasters and uncertainty about federal funding.
We need your cooperation in order to comprehensively understand the actual situation across the country. What resources do you need to feel prepared for the next gray sky day? How will Federal Emergency Management Agency changes affect the work you do? How are warning and warning systems working in your area? Have there been multiple large-scale disasters in recent years? What new dangers are on your radar?
We know that emergency managers are extremely important, but they are often not considered until a tragedy occurs. We’re building this network of sources to go far beyond breaking news and drive in-depth coverage of the nation’s emergency preparedness, disaster response, and recovery infrastructure, drawing attention to critical issues across the country. As with all ProPublica journalism, our goal is impact.
Fill out the short form below to let us know what we should cover, or to keep in touch as changes unfold. You might hear from our team as we report on a major overhaul of our emergency management system, create an emergency preparedness guide, or provide vital information to a community that has just experienced its worst day.
