Tidal Basin’s CEO, Daniel Craig, penned an insightful op-ed in The Hill, marking FEMA’s 45th anniversary. The op-ed shares his experiences working with the agency and outlines the critical challenges it faces going forward. It highlights FEMA’s journey from a standalone agency to part of the Department of Homeland Security, its significant role in improving intergovernmental coordination, and the transformation of emergency management post-September 11.
Also highlighted are FEMA’s challenges and the urgent need for better preparedness and mitigation measures in the face of increasing climate change threats. Dan underscores FEMA’s dilemma of balancing growth with efficiency and calls for better alignment to ensure continued leadership in emergency management.
