FEMA Region 8
@femaregion8
Region 8 serves CO-MT-ND-SD-UT-WY & 29 tribal nations. This account provides FEMA mission-related info. For emergencies, call your local fire/EMS/police or 911.
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https://www.fema.gov/about/organization/region-8 30-12-2008 20:31:53
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It’s #AmericaSavesWeek ! Is your household financially resilient? Are you prepared for the unexpected? What are your financial priorities - creating an emergency fund, having adequate insurance coverage, or saving for a milestone event? Learn how to plan at ready.gov/financial-prep…
#FunFactFriday A Cornice Fall occurs when an overhanging mass of snow breaks from wind-exposed ridges -- often during periods of loading or warming. They can break suddenly and surprisingly far in from the edge. Avoid being on or underneath cornices. Colorado.gov/avalanche
This #NationalPetDay , set some time aside to make sure your furry friends have everything they need in their emergency bags.
Remember, if you need a plan, so do they!
EPA staffer Wendy Dew kicked off #EarthMonth presenting on water usage and conservation at the FEMA Region 8 office in Lakewood, CO. It was a fun day discussing Earth Day, recycling, food waste and climate change. Come see us at one of the many #EarthDay celebrations we'll be at!
The winds are picking up. Follow our NWS Forecast Offices today for the latest weather info at
NWS Boulder
NWS Pueblo
NWS Goodland
NWS Grand Junction
About outdoor burning and tie down item outside today.
#COWx
Video is windmill spinning fast in the wind.
While many folks may have been caught off guard by the #earthquake in New Jersey on Friday, you may be surprised to know there is a known earthquake risk in that area.
Know your local risk for any hazard or emergency!
More about U.S. earthquake risk:
usgs.gov/programs/earth…
Many areas of the country, including North Dakota, Wyoming and Colorado will see warm, dry and very windy conditions = HIGH FIRE DANGER!
That means you need to be extra careful and do your part to prevent wildfires! fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/wil…
#OneLessSpark