National Preparedness

Get Back Up and Continue On

S&T Community and Infrastructure Resilience lead Ron Langhelm joins host Dee Saini to chat about the work S&T is doing to ensure communities are prepared for natural and manmade disasters.

Preparedness through Innovation

S&T is the trusted technical expert and central research and development (R&D) hub for the Department of Homeland Security, the nation’s public safety officials, and those who serve at the local, state, territorial, and tribal levels.

Building a Lasting Legacy Through Preparedness

S&T joins the research and development community, intergovernmental partners and the general public in commemorating National Preparedness Month—an annual reminder of how important it is for all of us to be ready for disasters and emergencies.

Summary of Resources for Law Enforcement Partners

DHS is fundamentally a department of partnerships. Our ability to execute our critical mission relies on the strength of our partnerships with you and our other key partners across the public and private sectors. Every day, you serve on the front lines to keep our communities safe. We are committed to ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support you need to continue doing so successfully.

Law Enforcement Resources

This Law Enforcement Resource Guide highlights many of the Department’s threat resilience resources available to you, including training and grant opportunities.

Preparing First Responders with Critical Tools and Technologies

September is National Preparedness Month and at S&T we work around the clock to ensure those on the front lines are equipped with the resources they need to safeguard our communities.

Media Advisory: S&T Offers Securing Our Future Now Webinar

National Preparedness Goal

The National Preparedness Goal defines what it means for the whole community to be prepared for all types of disasters and emergencies.

Written testimony of FEMA Administrator for a House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management hearing titled “Blackout! Are we Prepared to Manage the Aftermath of a Cyber-Attack or Ot

Federal Emergency Management Administrator (FEMA) Administrator Craig Fugate addresses how FEMA fulfills its responsibility to lead the Nation’s response and recovery efforts for all hazards, to include the physical impacts of a massive power outage.

Written testimony of FEMA for a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Federal Spending Oversight and Emergency Management hearing titled “FEMA: Assessing Progress, Performance, and Preparedness”

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Protection and National Preparedness Deputy Administrator Timothy Manning addresses FEMA’s efforts to assist states in preparing for natural disasters and terrorism.