Drought

Floods

Wildfires

Hurricane Relief

The USDA Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery website is your source for information and how to get the resources needed to help you, your family, small businesses and communities during emergencies. USDA works closely with the rest of the Federal Government on all hazards.

Specific Hazards

Natural Disasters and Severe Weather

• Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding
• Wildland Fires
• Hurricane Relief

Outbreaks and Incidents

• Avian Influenza
• H1N1 Influenza
• BP Gulf Oil Spill

Radiation Emergencies

• Radiation Safety

All Hazard Resources

Preparation and Planning

• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Food Safety During Emergencies

• Guidance About How To Keep Your Food Safe During Emergencies

Assistance

• How to get Food Assistance
• How to get Housing Assistance
• DisasterAssistance.gov

Other Resources

A collection of USDA Fact Sheets, Reports, and Other Resources

• Fact Sheet: March 2012 - USDA Programs that Assist Individuals and Small Businesses
• Report: Secretary Vilsack's Action to Aid Disaster Victims