DOD Partners with Interagency on Helping Communities Recover from Wildfires
January 6, 2025
Washington, D.C. – The Department of Defense (DOD) announced today that it has partnered with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and other interagency partners to provide assistance to communities recovering from wildfires.
The DOD will provide personnel, equipment, and resources to support FEMA’s wildfire response efforts. This includes providing firefighters, engineers, and medical personnel to assist with firefighting, debris removal, and recovery operations.
The DOD will also provide aerial support for firefighting efforts, including water drops and reconnaissance flights. The DOD will also provide logistical support, such as transportation and warehousing, to help distribute supplies to affected communities.
“The DOD is committed to supporting our communities in their time of need,” said Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III. “We will work closely with FEMA and our other interagency partners to ensure that those affected by wildfires receive the assistance they need.”
The DOD’s partnership with FEMA and other interagency partners is part of a whole-of-government effort to help communities recover from wildfires. The DOD is committed to working with its partners to ensure that those affected by wildfires receive the assistance they need to rebuild their lives and communities.
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DOD Partners With Interagency on Helping Communities Recover From Wildfires
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