The Advocate

Flooding is becoming commonplace due to the growing climate catastrophe. Read on for ways to cope with flood damage and other emergencies, even when FEMA has not issued a federal disaster declaration.

"No se trata de poder; se trata de proporcionar servicios para que puedan salir del sistema." — Organizadora Comunitaria Fabiola Mendieta-Cuapio

"Sa pa gen pou wè avèk pouvwa; sa gen pou wè ak ofri sèvis pou yo ka chape anba sistèm nan." — Òganizatè Kominotè a Fabiola Mendieta-Cuapio

"This is not about power; it’s about providing services so they can find their way out of the system." — Community Organizer Fabiola Mendieta-Cuapio

“New Yorkers will have the chance to vote for measures that will help to dismantle structural and institutional racism."

As National Preparedness Month ends, we are encouraging New Yorkers to take steps now to prepare for emergencies. By being aware of specific risks and making a plan for each scenario, especially in an era of increased climate disasters, you can help keep yourself and your family safe.