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‘People die’: Texas lawmakers sound alarm on FEMA’s hurricane season readiness


One week into hurricane season, experts warn FEMA is not ready and states like Texas, Florida and Louisiana are already feeling the impact. The agency still has no Senate confirmed administrator, nearly half its executive roles are vacant, and the offices responsible for planning and preparedness are completely empty. Texas Rep. Mihaela Plesa (D-TX-70) says they are not confident FEMA can meet the moment.