WASHINGTON — FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell marks the 44th annual campaign to raise awareness about building safety.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. issued a proclamation this week to recognize and reaffirm the nation’s commitment to make our buildings stronger, more sustainable and resilient in the wake of increasing climate related threats. It emphasizes the government’s dedication to promoting safety measures and serves as a call to action for individuals and communities to prioritize building safety and work together towards making communities safer and more resilient.
National Building Safety Month occurs every May and stresses the importance of modern building codes and strong building code enforcement. Led by the International Code Council, FEMA supports these efforts and is committed to the work of keeping our nation’s buildings safe and built to last for generations to come. READ MORE