Media Advisory Courtney Marciano
For Immediate Release 401-318-0911
RIEMA to Host Third Annual Preparedness Month Blood Drive
Event at Warwick Mall combines lifesaving blood donations with community safety and preparedness resources.
Warwick, R.I. – The Rhode Island...
For Immediate Release Courtney Marciano
September 3, 2025 401-318-0911
Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency Launches New Website During National Preparedness Month
New platform enhances accessibility, streamlines resources, and strengthens statewide preparedness
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For Immediate Release Courtney Marciano
September 3, 2025 401-318-0911
Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency Launches New Website During National Preparedness Month
New platform enhances accessibility, streamlines resources, and strengthens statewide preparedness
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Cranston, RI – This week, the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) will host Public Assistance Applicant Briefings for the severe weather that occurred from January 9, 2024, to January 13, 2024. The briefings will provide detailed information on who can apply, how to apply, and what is...
State of Rhode Island Awarded Federal Disaster Declaration
From Severe Weather in January 2024
Cranston, RI – On May 9, 2024, President Joseph Biden approved Rhode Island's request to include Public Assistance (PA) for the Major Disaster Declaration from the severe storms and flooding event...
The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) is closely monitoring the path of Tropical Storm Elsa and its potential impact on the state. RIEMA receives updates four times a day from the National Weather Service (NWS) in Norton, MA. We then pass along the information to local emergency...
Home fires in Rhode Island have increased 40% compared to this time last year. That's why the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency is joining with the American Red Cross in a program to prevent home fires. Sound the Alarm Prepare-a-thon is a volunteer effort to educate communities about how...
The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency is proud to announce the awarding of $150,000 in federal grant money under the FY2019 Department of Homeland Security Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) to five nonprofits in the state. NSGP provides funding support for physical security...
