WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Nearly three dozen staff at the U.S. agency that responds to natural disasters warned Congress in a letter on Monday that the inexperience of the Trump administration's top appointees could lead to a catastrophe on the level of Hurricane Katrina.

Over 200 FEMA employees warn about agency readiness under Trump, citing the ‘Katrina Declaration’ and sparking suspensions and debate.

Officials with the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department have completed new training to help them better prepare for disasters.

While White House officials undermine disaster response, Congress is working on bipartisan reforms to federal emergency management.

Hurricane Katrina was responsible for the deaths of more than 1,800 people in 2005 when it hit New Orleans and the surrounding areas.

The "Katrina Declaration" is meant to serve as a warning to Congress and the public. FEMA has placed staff who signed the letter on administrative leave.

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Charleston County Emergency Management Department is setting priorities for the annual allocation of thousands of dollars in federal funds.

By Tim Reid WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Nearly three dozen staff at the U.S. agency that responds to natural disasters warned Congress in a letter on Monday that the inexperience of the Trump administration's top appointees could lead to a catastrophe on the level of Hurricane Katrina.

FEMA insiders issued the "Katrina Declaration," warning Congress and the public "of the cascading effects of decisions made by the current administration.”