emergencies

Congress has granted presidents broad power to declare national emergencies at their discretion, unlocking standby powers that include redirecting funds lawmakers had appropriated for other purposes.

The process was created when Congress didn't meet as often as it does today, and to be used in emergencies.

School board members raised questions about emergencies, as well as discipline for violations.

The local councillor in charge of emergencies has since admitted she did not know there was a system for sending phone alerts.

A small airstrip was rarely used except in medical emergencies.