The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) leads with the mission to prepare, prevent, respond, and recover from natural disasters. What happens when a pandemic such as COVID-19 strikes?
In this episode, we interview CHLI Alumnus and Public Affairs Specialist at FEMA, Alejandro Alba. He shares how the agency adapts while discussing the actions they are taking to help vulnerable communities and individuals coping with anxiety and depression. He also sheds light on FEMA myths and rumors and shares how you can work with the agency to help those in need. To read about the agency’s response efforts, states approved for disaster assistance, rumors control, and how to work with the agency to help those in need, please visit FEMA’s webpage on COVID-19 : www.fema.gov/coronavirus. For additional COVID-19 advice, please visit www.coronavirus.gov.