The U.S. Census Bureau produces timely local data that are critical to emergency planning, preparedness and recovery efforts.
Events
JANUARY 09, 2020
2020 Puerto Rico Earthquakes
Puerto Rico
Affected Population: 3,725,789
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
2019 Tropical Storm Karen
Puerto Rico, United States Virgin Islands
Affected Population: 3,725,789
SEPTEMBER 18, 2019
2019 Tropical Depression Imelda
Texas, Louisiana
Affected Population: 19,674,993
News
STATS FOR STORIES | FEBRUARY 05, 2020
National Weatherperson’s Day: February 5, 2020
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs for atmospheric scientists, including meteorologists, will grow 8% to 10,800 from 2018 to 2028.
STATS FOR STORIES | OCTOBER 13, 2019
Earth Science Week: October 13-19, 2019
The 2017 American Community Survey estimates there are about 8.9M civilians 16 years and over employed in computer, engineering and science occupations.
STATS FOR STORIES | OCTOBER 12, 2019
Fire Prevention Week: October 6-12, 2019
The 2017 American Community Survey estimates there were about 333,500 civilians employed full-time as firefighters, fire inspectors and supervisors in the U.S.
Data Tools
DATA TOOL
OnTheMap for Emergency Management
Access U.S. population and workforce statistics, in real time, for areas being affected by natural disasters.
DATA TOOL
American FactFinder (AFF)
This interactive application provides statistics about the United States, Puerto Rico and the Island Areas.
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