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FEMA Region 9 Encourages Households to Prepare Ahead of El Niño Winter Storms

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from FEMA · North America

FEMA Region 9 Encourages Households to Prepare Ahead of El Niño Winter Storms OAKLAND, Calif. — With El Niño conditions strengthening ahead of winter, FEMA encourages everyone to take steps now to prepare for possible heavy rain, flooding and other storm impacts.El Niño can influence seasonal weather patterns, and conditions will vary by location. Everyone should follow National Weather Service forecasts and guidance from their state, territorial, tribal and local officials as storms develop. You can also download the free FEMA App which allows you to receive real-time weather alerts, loc

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