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DHS Directs FEMA to Avoid 'Ice' in Warnings

1/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Conservatives in Minnesota claim protestors are creating icy conditions to hinder U.S. President Donald Trump.
Seth Meyers (TV host) criticized the idea and said the Department of Homeland Security instructed the Federal Emergency Management Agency to avoid using 'ice' in weather warnings.
FEMA is encouraged to use 'freezing rain' instead.
Reports confirm the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) directive and that FEMA aims to use clear language.

History

Historical Context

In 2002, the Homeland Security Act established the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to enhance national preparedness following the September 11 attacks. By 2018, the DHS directed FEMA to improve communication during weather emergencies, addressing public misinterpretation of warnings. This ongoing focus on clear messaging is crucial amid political tensions, particularly regarding federal directives and their implications for public safety.

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Story summary

Conservatives in Minnesota claim protestors are creating icy conditions to hinder U.S. President Donald Trump.
Seth Meyers (TV host) criticized the idea and said the Department of Homeland Security instructed the Federal Emergency Management Agency to avoid using 'ice' in weather warnings.
FEMA is encouraged to use 'freezing rain' instead.
Reports confirm the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) directive and that FEMA aims to use clear language.

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