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FEMA disasters declarations have been steadily rising since the 1960s

Number of federal disaster declarations per year, 1953-2025

Federal spending on disaster relief has surged in recent years

Annual FEMA Disaster Relief Fund spending, 1992-2021, billions of dollars

The costs of building a new home are ballooning, making it more expensive to rebuild post-disaster

New home construction price index, 1964-2024 (2005 = 100)

Home insurance premiums are rising faster in high-risk areas

Average home insurance premiums by climate risk level, 2014-2023

More Americans are moving into disaster-prone areas

Net population movement by disaster risk level, thousands of people

How to stay safe when extreme weather hit

Emergency kits: As you prepare for a disaster, it’s important to have an emergency kit ready. Here are some of the most important things to have in your kit.
Evacuation routes: It is important to have a plan in case there’s an evacuation order in your area. Here are some key things to know when making an evacuation plan.
Protecting your home: It’s impossible to know what might happen to your home during a disaster, but there are many best practices to keep your belongings and property as safe as possible.

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