Category: Disaster preparedness

Robb Fellows, Carson City Floodplain Manager Carson City Public Works, in conjunction with the Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department and the Carson Water Subconservancy District, is hosting … Read More

Dr. William Dodge. and retired acting police chief Julian Harvey. Photos courtesy of the City of Huntington Beach and Providence Mission Hospital. A retired Huntington Beach acting police chief was … Read More

This week, the United States Rep. Carlos GimenezR-Fla., helped launch the Congressional Bipartisan Caucus on Disaster Preparedness and Recovery. Gimenez joined the United States Representative Troy CarterD-La., Nancy MaceR-SC and … Read More

Redwood City – Wildfires, tsunamis, earthquakes and, of course, the COVID-19 pandemic remind us that the best time to prepare your family for disaster is as soon as possible. And … Read More

Disaster Preparedness System The recent research report on the Global Disaster Preparedness System Market 2022-2028 explains current market trends, possible growth rate, differentiable industry strategies, future prospects, significant players and … Read More

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – AARP Idaho is hosting a virtual town hall on Monday, July 25, from 11 a.m. to noon (MT), to discuss disaster and major emergency preparedness. … Read More

NEW LENOX, IL – The Village of New Lenox will host a 20-hour Basic Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) course beginning September 1. The class is free and will be … Read More

The Disaster Preparedness Software market research report includes market segmentation and overlays on major market players, highlighting the favorable competitive landscape and trends prevailing over the years. This study provides … Read More

WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Socio-economic disparities and regional differences in preparedness education can impact a community’s disaster outcomes, as shown in the seventh annual national survey released today by Healthcare. Ready. Each year, … Read More

It’s hard to overstate the importance of neighbors coming together and preparing for disasters, natural or otherwise. Because in times of emergency like power outages, wildfires, earthquakes, floods, or global … Read More

WASHINGTON, July 15, 2022 – The World Bank today approved a $500 million credit to help Bangladesh improve its inland flood disaster preparedness in 14 flood-prone districts, benefiting more than … Read More

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) has grown rapidly, accelerating during the pandemic. Machine learning, deep learning algorithms and models process huge amounts of data to enable faster, smarter and … Read More

London, July 8 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Natural disasters are becoming more common around the world. These disasters come in different forms, as do their social, economic and geographic impacts. … Read More

Floods can be devastating to anyone who experiences one. However, the impacts of floods can be even more intense for vulnerable populations. This includes people who live in poor housing … Read More

Most residents of the Outer Banks know how unpredictable the weather can be here. With meteorologists predicting a busier than average 2022 hurricane season, it’s no surprise the governor’s office … Read More

13 community spaces are receiving their share of $100,000 from the Oakland Parks and Recreation Foundation to bolster disaster preparedness, the organization announced Wednesday. The mini-grants, awarded in part by … Read More

Private operator LRT-1 Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC) has partnered with the Department of Science and Technology (DoST) through its Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) for training on … Read More

The Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) delegation led by Lt. Gen. Nadeem Ahmad (right) visited the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) in Lahore. The Asian Disaster Preparedness Center … Read More

For the second year, the Arc of the United States is pleased to receive an award from Verizon to continue implementing the Building Community Resilience Through Inclusive Disaster Preparedness program. … Read More

The City of Palm Springs wants its residents to be prepared in the event of a disaster. With extreme heat, fires, floods and earthquakes as some of the dangers facing … Read More

An Oregon Coast state legislator wants schools to teach students to prepare for events such as earthquakes, wildfires or tsunamis. Democratic Representative David Gomberg had to flee his home near … Read More

General news for Tuesday, June 21, 2022 Source: gbcghanaonline.com 2022-06-21 Ruins of an environmental disaster An earthquake simulation exercise named “Lignite Coast 2022 Preparedness” has been launched in Accra. The … Read More

Srinagar: Government Secretary for Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DMRRR), Nazim Zai Khan reviewed the disaster preparedness measures put in place for the conduct of Shri Amarnathji Yatra, during … Read More

Attachments June 17, 2022, MANILA — The Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF) KoNeK project conducted simulation exercises in three barangays in Quezon City to test their disaster preparedness. It was … Read More

Mandeep chairs disaster preparedness training for RDD Disaster Preparedness June 16, 2022, By Cross Town News Srinagar, 16th June: Disaster preparedness training was conducted by Aamir Ali, DM Director … Read More

In this edition of Voices of the Industry, Melissa Reali-Elliot, Digital Marketing Manager, Data Centers, for Kohler, discusses why collaborative efforts to learn from past disasters and create new preparedness … Read More

ReportLinker Disaster Preparedness Systems Market Research Report by Services (Consulting Services, Design & Integration Services, and Support & Maintenance Services), Type, Communication Technology, Solution, End-Use, Region (Americas , Asia-Pacific and … Read More

Florida’s disaster preparedness sales tax exemption, providing savings on hurricane supplies, ends today, June 10. This year, household pet supplies such as pet food, leashes, collars, beds and portable kennels … Read More

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued the following statement in preparation for hurricane season: “Hurricane season has officially begun. With an increase in the potential for devastating … Read More

The 2022 hurricane season, which runs from June 1 through November 30, is upon us, and agencies across the state have been working hard to provide information on how we … Read More

Even though natural disasters don’t happen very often, ARA Insurance Premier Agent Jordan Clarke, CSRM, CWCA, Vice President, Charles M. Moore Insurance Agency, Bowling Green, Ky., always brings up the … Read More

Hurricanes usually hit the coasts, but Virginians who live inland should also be prepared. Such storms may bring to mind images of wind-torn Florida, but Virginia’s biggest problem is flooding, … Read More

Residents struggle to navigate flooding caused by Typhoon Ulyssess in Rodriguez, Rizal. — PHILIPPINE STAR/ MICHAEL VARCAS THE PHILIPPINES seeks to partner with Israeli businesses to help meet the country’s … Read More

WSP is an industry leader and offers the full range of Emergency and Disaster Preparedness, Response, Recovery and Logistics Services to government and commercial customers by leveraging WSP’s 50,000 employees … Read More

More than a decade ago, the CDC released “Preparedness 101: Zombie Apocalypse,” a pop culture tutorial on preparing for disasters, like the great earthquake set to hit the Northwest. Although … Read More

PROVO, Utah – The American Red Cross of Utah said it will partner with the city of Provo and other community partners to host a blood drive and disaster preparedness … Read More

Khandu examines disaster preparedness as 7 people lose their lives in Arunachal landslides Itanagar, May 19 (UNI) At least seven people have lost their lives in rain-triggered landslides in Arunachal … Read More

Image source: Getty Images Small businesses face unique disaster recovery challenges. In this article, The Ascent shares a guide to help you prepare your small business for disasters. If you’re … Read More

As research has shown, natural disasters and environmental threats have a disproportionate impact on marginalized communities in the United States. In Wisconsin, this is evident in how flooding affects communities … Read More

As research has shown, natural disasters and environmental threats have a disproportionate impact on marginalized communities in the United States. In Wisconsin, this is evident in how flooding affects communities … Read More

Contact: Kent Donahue [email protected] ORLANDO, Florida – The Florida Department of Health in Orange County encourages the community to prepare for hurricane season and take advantage of the 2022 state … Read More

Shay Logan / Eye EmGetty Images No one wants to dwell on worst-case scenarios, but it’s important to be prepared for situations like fire, flood, or power outage because while … Read More

Kerala Digital University has partnered with the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to organize a two-week knowledge workshop on “integrating technologies in disaster preparedness”. … Read More

Srinagar: A one-day disaster preparedness training program was held in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir for medical and paramedical staff from several NGOs in the Kashmir Valley. It was organized by … Read More

News Shane Superville 11 hours ago National Security Minister Fitzgerald Hinds and CoP(Ag.) McDonald Jacob visit the Brian Lara Parkway during the National Disaster Prevention and Preparedness Month Caravan on … Read More

SM Marikina stands above a Marikina River water level rise of 23 meters as it rests on 246 pilings and an additional 20 meters further than the suggested distance of … Read More

European Commissioner for Crisis Management, Janez Lenarcic, is now in Bosnia and Herzegovina to strengthen cooperation in disaster prevention, preparedness and response, both nationally and regionally. This comes as Bosnia … Read More

A new market study from Marketreports.info, the Global Disaster Preparedness System Market, is expected to experience tremendous growth in the coming years. Analysts also analyzed ongoing trends in Disaster Preparedness … Read More

Story by Charlotte DekleAssociated feature editor Photo courtesy of Kathy TamDonor The SPHS Red Cross Club is hosting a wildfire information workshop as part of a series of new seminars … Read More

The Philippines has long been considered calamity-prone and vulnerable to disasters. In fact, it ranked third among all the highest-risk countries in the world, according to the 2018 World Risk … Read More

In this episode of National Security PodcastJames Mortensen and Anastasia Kapetas join Will Stoltz to explore the growing threat of natural disasters in Australia and the role of the Australian … Read More

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews/April 17) – Various government agencies will join forces to develop a Mindanao Disaster Preparedness Plan that will provide an island-wide perspective for “coordinated efforts to plan, prepare, … Read More

SENATE candidate Gilbert “Gibo” Teodoro urged local government units (LGUs) to prioritize disaster preparedness to “reduce risk and damage” during natural disasters and called on them and the national government, … Read More

jetcityimage/iStock.com Since 2005, Walmart has played a role in disaster response in the United States and around the world. While Walmart continues to respond in the immediate term, the company … Read More

Dan Zalewski, Eric Hubner, Bill Schaible, Mark Adubato, and Michael Sheehan, Parsippany CERT Member PARSIPPANY — Flash floods, windstorms, blizzards and power outages have wreaked havoc on our township over … Read More

The days are getting longer and warmer on the Atlantic coast. That means tourist season — and hurricane season — is right around the corner. The summer of 2022 is … Read More

The Yarra Ranges Council received $10 million from the Preparing Australia program. Picture: IN FILE. By Parker McKenzie The Yarra Ranges Council has received $10 million in funding from the … Read More

The Council has welcomed $10 million in funding from the Commonwealth Government to implement its Resilient Yarra Ranges project. The project aims to help the Yarra Ranges community better understand … Read More

When you walk into Walmart headquarters, you can’t miss a painting on the right. The long line of trucks heading for New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, ready … Read More

A pre-election open letter from disability rights and disability advocacy organizations calls for greater resources for disaster-affected people with disabilities. A coalition of 40 disability rights and advocacy organizations has … Read More

TUCSON, Ariz., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Due to recent alarming reports of increasing incidence of serious illnesses among members of the armed forces and claims that the 2016 to … Read More

Nepal was devastated by unprecedented monsoon floods in October 2021. They affected large numbers of Nepalese across the country, especially those who were already vulnerable. Together with the Nepalese Red … Read More

Loss of life and property due to rain will now be significantly reduced in the disaster-prone Himalayan region of Uttarakhand, which is expected to have its Doppler radar fully operational … Read More

Since the country’s power facilities are highly vulnerable to natural disasters, the system operator National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has also worked twice as hard to strengthen the … Read More

Just as the country appears to be heading for a return to pre-pandemic business activity levels, another severe natural disaster disrupted an otherwise serene weekend. The Taal volcano erupted last … Read More

TUCSON, Ariz., March 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — President Biden warned last week that global food shortages were going to be “real” because of the war in Ukraine. Russia and Ukraine … Read More

DMRRR organizes a one-day disaster preparedness training program posted on March 27, 2022 | Author RK News Srinagar, March 26:Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction … Read More

As an auxiliary to the government in the humanitarian field, the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) is one of the leading humanitarian organizations in the country, with branches and activities … Read More

Sonoma County Schools Superintendent Steve Herrington traveled to Sacramento on Wednesday to testify in support of two education bills that aim to better equip schools to deal with disasters. Herrington, … Read More

Two years of COVID and weeks into a war between Russia and Ukraine, it may have crossed your mind many times to consider disaster preparedness. “Catastrophe” in this case means … Read More

HORRY COUNTY, SC (WBTW) — South Carolina is more poised for a health catastrophe than in previous years, according to a report recently released by the Trust for America’s Health. … Read More