Disaster Zone Podcast

OCTOBER 3, 2023

One of the additional duties for emergency managers at the local level is to make and maintain connections with local and state elected officials. This is not everyone’s “cup of tea” but it can be a vital aspect of having a disaster management program that enjoys the support of legislators.

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National Center for Disaster Prepardness

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

On each anniversary of the tragedy which struck humanity on 9/11/01, we take a moment to reflect on those lives that were lost, families forever changed, and the strength, heroism, and resilience seen in America. The state of preparedness in the United States is evolving.

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National Center for Disaster Prepardness

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Recently, the exploration of artificial intelligence (AI) offers possibilities for enhancing the efficiency and speed of damage assessments, affording a shift toward more technologically integrated approaches in disaster management. Automatic Extraction of Damaged Houses by Earthquake Based on Improved YOLOv5: A Case Study in Yangbi.

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everbridge

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

By  Brian Toolan , Everbridge VP Global Public Safety Despite technological advances, proactive steps remain to strengthen resilience and keep people safe Advances in inclement weather and communications technology are everywhere. The power of the possible in emergency alerting and disaster management is awe-inspiring.

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Zerto

AUGUST 18, 2022

As such, it is a component of a successful BCP because it details the objectives, procedures, and resources the organization needs to secure its IT assets and continue providing services following a disaster. Both Are Needed to Ensure Business Resilience. A definition of Business Resilience.

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National Center for Disaster Prepardness

JANUARY 19, 2022

In my role leading the National Center for Disaster Preparedness at Columbia University’s Climate School, as well as through other positions, I have dedicated my career to fostering the impact of disaster research in the fields of policy and practice. Finally, we need to look at our human resources in disaster resilience.

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National Center for Disaster Prepardness

AUGUST 22, 2022

Although stopping short of declaring an emergency, he issued three executive orders expanding offshore wind, expanding heat emergency assistance for low-income households, and infusing FEMA’s Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities grant program with $2.3

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