President Donald Trump plans to phase out FEMA by December, raising major concerns for disaster-prone states like New York. Experts warn the move could severely impact emergency response and recovery efforts after major events like blizzards and hurricanes.
UAlbany emergency preparedness dean Bob Griffin told Capital Tonight the elimination of FEMA would shift responsibility to states ill-equipped to handle billion-dollar disasters alone. New York has historically relied on FEMA for aid after crises like Hurricane Sandy and the 2022 Buffalo blizzard.
With no replacement plan announced, officials and emergency experts are urging clarity before the year’s end.
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