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FEMA Privacy Incident Discovered During Audit

FEMA Privacy Incident Discovered During Audit

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The Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General discovered that FEMA overshared vital personal data with a contractor. Federal Agency Records Officers sent millions of letters to disaster survivors. Each notice informed about the FEMA privacy incident and the ways FEMA is rectifying the situation. FEMA's 2019 data breach In the past, when disaster survivors were unable to return home, FEMA's Transitional Sheltering Assistance program provided hotel accommodations. FEMA would collect and share survivor information with its contractor. This info included banking data to reimburse those affected by natural disasters directly. The problem occurred because FEMA has not activated...
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Should You Invest in a Portable Generator?

Should You Invest in a Portable Generator?

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It doesn't take much to create a power outage. Severe weather, a fallen tree, all of these things can disrupt our electrical services. Would it make sense to invest in a portable generator? Sure, we want our food to stay cold, but is there more to it? How to buy a portable generator To answer this, let's consider a few things. Since a portable generator can cost a few hundred dollars, it's best to research before making a decision. Before you buy, you'll need to understand: - Fuel source- Wattage- Running location- Running time Back-up generators come with a wide...
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Cool and Inexpensive Labor Day Trips

Inexpensive Labor Day Getaways

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If you're lucky enough to have a three-day weekend this holiday, we have some cool ideas for you. With our list of inexpensive Labor Day getaways, all you need is a little suitcase. Are you ready to have one last vacation before the fall season? Keep reading because here we go... Cheap Labor Day Getaways Get the most bang for your buck by combining deals with summer blowouts. While hotels and attractions await the end of their busy season, you can take advantage. Orlando, Florida Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival 2019 starts August 29th. Besides, many airlines lower their...
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