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RSS and Data

RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is an XML-based format for sharing and distributing Web content, such as news headlines. Using an RSS reader, you can view data feeds from various news sources.

Would you like to receive press releases, disaster declaration notices, and other important notices as soon as they are available from FEMA? With our RSS feed, you can. Getting up-to-date news is as easy as 1-2-3:

Step 1 Get an RSS reader
You can use an online reader which works from any web browser, or you can download software that runs on your computer.
Step 2 Enter the location of the FEMA RSS feed
In your RSS reader, add the following URL(s) listed in the table below.
Step 3 Read FEMA News
In your RSS reader, add the following URL(s) listed in the table below.

Available Feeds

Title RSS Metadata KML/
KMZ		 WMS PDF JPG TXT/
csv		 XLS Learn More
Media Resources and Releases
RSS Feed icon
FEMA Regional Offices KMZ document Learn More
FEMA Programs Data
Disaster Declared by State
RSS Feed icon
Learn More
Disaster Declared Counties - National View KMZ document
Disaster Declarations Summary Excel document csv document Excel document Learn More
Hazard Mitigation Program Summary Excel document csv document Excel document Learn More
Historical Declared Disasters KMZ document
Mitigation Best Practices RSS Feed icon Learn More
National Flood Hazard Layer Text document KMZ document WMS Learn More
Public Assistance Funded Projects Summary Excel document csv document Excel document Learn More
Stay Dry Text document KMZ document WMS Learn More
External Data Sources
Hurricane Evacuation Routes (HSIP Gold 2010) Text document KMZ document WMS
Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Observations (NOAA) KML document
Worldwide M1+ Earthquakes, Past 7 Days (USGS) KML document csv document
Search for Red Cross Shelters Learn More
For tornado/severe thunderstorm watches, mesoscale discussions, convective outlooks, fire weather outlooks RSS Feed icon
For tornado/severe thunderstorm watches and watch status reports only RSS Feed icon
For mesoscale discussions only RSS Feed icon
For convective outlooks only RSS Feed icon
For fire weather forecasts only RSS Feed icon
ShakeMap RSS Feed icon
DHS Open Government

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RSS?

RSS stands for "Really Simple Syndication." It is a standard format used to share content on the Internet. Many websites provide RSS "feeds" that describe their latest news and updates.

How can I use RSS?

You can use RSS to review updates from all of your favorite websites without having to visit each site. Using an RSS reader, you subscribe to the feed from a website, then scan headlines to find articles of interest. If you find an article you like, click the headline to read the complete article.

You always have the latest headlines because your RSS reader periodically retrieves the RSS feeds.

Where can I get an RSS reader?

You can use an online RSS reader, which works from any web browser, or you can download software that runs on your computer. Some RSS readers are free, and some are available for a fee.

What are the terms of use?

FEMA RSS feeds are provided free of charge for commercial/non-commercial use by individuals and organizations.

Can I display FEMA headlines on MY WEBSITE?

Yes, FEMA headlines may be displayed on your Web site.

Last Modified: Tuesday, 28-Sep-2010 14:31:11 EDT