Listen "Episode 155: Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate"
Episode Synopsis
Craig Fugate earned his chops in Florida as the state's Division of Emergency Management Director before heading to D.C. to take over as the administrator of FEMA. The disaster prep & recovery guru joins Dara this week as we mark the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina to share how the state helped Mississippi respond to a massive storm surge and widespread destruction in 2005. Craig, who developed the "Waffle House" index, also discusses lessons learned from Hurricane Andrew and the state's historic 2004-2005 hurricane seasons. Join the duo to find out what keeps the disaster specialist up at night. Craig talks about climate "adaptation," terrorist threats and so much more. Plus, Crocs and ham radio!
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