The federal declaration mobilized FEMA and other federal resources for rescue, recovery, and rebuilding, shaping the national response to one of the most destructive U.S. earthquakes of the 20th century.
After the 6.9‑magnitude Loma Prieta earthquake struck the San Francisco Bay Area on October 17, President George H. W. Bush declared a major federal disaster and ordered federal assistance to support state and local relief efforts.
The federal declaration mobilized FEMA and other federal resources for rescue, recovery, and rebuilding, shaping the national response to one of the most destructive U.S. earthquakes of the 20th century.
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A gunman was killed after opening fire near the White House, prompting a security response.
A gunman was shot and killed by Secret Service agents after opening fire near the White House.
The White House was placed on lockdown following reports of gunfire in the vicinity.
FEMA announced preliminary Public Assistance grants and individual aid eligibility for multiple Midwestern states following the President's federal disaster declaration for spring flooding.