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Flood Insurance – a critical part of preparedness for Missourians

FEMA’s National Flood Insurance is available for homeowners, renters and businesses
Announcement of Initial Public Notice

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is required by law to provide public notice of its intent to provide federal assistance and grant opportunities via the Public Assistance (PA), Individual Assistance (IA), or Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP) programs.
Announcement of Public Notice

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is required by law to provide public notice of its intent to provide federal assistance and grant opportunities via the Public Assistance (PA), Individual Assistance (IA), or Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP) programs.

Official news releases issued by the Missouri Department of Public Safety

Missourians urged to put safety first as powerful multi-faceted storm system moves across state
Flooding, severe storms, freezing rain and snow are forecast to threaten parts of Missouri over next 36 hours
REMINDER: Nomination deadline is Feb. 29, 2020 for Missouri Public Safety Medals honoring heroic first responders and civilians
New nomination deadline for Medal of Valor, Governor’s Medal and Public Safety Civilian Partnership Award will allow awards to be presented sooner
State fire marshal reminds Missourians to think of fire safety throughout the holidays
Holiday decorations, candles, Christmas trees and cooking all increase risk of residential fires
Veteran public safety leader Zim Schwartze named Missouri Capitol Police Chief
Schwartze’s 28 years of public safety leadership experience includes law enforcement, emergency management and 911 communications
Thanksgiving marks start of period of higher fire risk as more people gather indoors to celebrate the holidays
State Fire Marshal urges Missourians to put safety first as they cook, decorate and gather for family reunions and holiday parties
Governor Parson Announces Launch of Youth Vaping Awareness Campaign