A Blizzard Hit the Midwest, Dropping Feet of Snow in Many

question 110

Multiple Choice

A blizzard hit the Midwest, dropping feet of snow in many areas, knocking out power, and stranding residents. What agency or department of the federal government is expected to take the lead in providing assistance to those affected by the storm?

• A) Department of Homeland Security
• B) Federal Emergency Management Agency
• C) Department of the Interior
• D) Department of Defense
• E) The Secret Service

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