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OUR CHALLENGE

Emergency Planning

There have recently been some natural hazard events of extraordinary size and power, but they are no more than curtain raisers. Natural hazard impacts are becoming fiercer, more extensive and more frequent. We must also grapple with complexity and intersection with other forms of threat and hazard.

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Article by the Diva in South Korean Newspaper

Recovery Diva

. “The current state of disaster management is reasonably responsive to common threats, but recent emerging hazards pose significant challenges to current U.S. preparedness and response efforts,” she said.

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A Proposed Strategy to Advocate for Improved Civil Protection in the United Kingdom

Emergency Planning

The lessons of the Covid-19 pandemic, alas largely negative, show that a good civilian system designed to protect the public against major hazards and threats can save thousands of lives and billions in losses and wasted expenditure. In these countries responsibility for coordinating local emergency actions is delegated to the regions.

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Unlocking Climate Change Resilience Through Critical Event Management and Public Warning

everbridge

There has also been a rise in geophysical events including earthquakes and tsunamis which have killed more people than any of the other natural hazards under review in this report. This information is considerable, and appropriate technology is key to drill down to only hyper-relevant data that can then be used to make critical decisions.

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Top 10 Resources to Help You Become a BCM Ninja 

MHA Consulting

Contains links to toolkits for preparing for different hazards as well as pages on Emergency Response Plans, Crisis Communications Plans, Incident Management, IT/DR, and much more. Prepare My Business for an Emergency. State, county, and city Emergency Management offices. Another excellent DHS website.

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Transforming Disaster Management: The Promise and Challenges of AI in Wildfire Damage Assessment

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

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. This efficiency is critical when coordinating an emergency response.

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Unlocking Success: Embrace Resilience Tech Innovations For A Strategic Edge

everbridge

In a world where tomorrow’s success is shaped by today’s choices, forward-thinking leaders understand the power of cutting-edge technologies to drive resilience. These technologies enhance situational awareness and allow teams to practice in high-stress environments. So, why now?