FEMA Text messages
Use your cell phone's text messaging capability to receive text message updates from FEMA. FEMA will never charge you for text message alerts, but carrier message and data rates may apply. You should expect to receive periodic updates, the number of which may increase during times of disaster.
FEMA will not use your phone number to track, reverse look up, or for any type of commercial marketing. Your carrier may collect additional data elements, please see their privacy policies for further details.
Here are basic commands to get started:
- To signup to receive monthly preparedness tips: text PREPARE to 43362 (4FEMA)
- To unsubscribe (at any time): text STOP to 43362 (4FEMA)
- To get more information: text INFO to 43362 (4FEMA)
To search for Shelters or Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs):
- Text SHELTER and a Zip Code to 43362 (4FEMA)
Before you go to a shelter, always check with your local emergency management agency for availability & services.
- Text DRC and a Zip Code to 43362 (4FEMA)
Searching for shelters or Disaster Recovery Centers will not add you to a list. Think of it like doing a search on the Internet.
Important Notes for your Safety:
- For emergencies, call your local fire/EMS/police or 9-1-1.
- FEMA's text message number is 43362. If you receive a text message from another number and they say they are from FEMA, disregard it and report it to the authorities if you feel it is warranted.
- FEMA will not solicit info, ask for personal information, or ask you to donate money to FEMA.
- If you have any questions about FEMA Text Message updates, please don't hesitate to email us: fema-new-media@dhs.gov
