Recovery Diva

JULY 27, 2022

. “Natural hazards such as floods, droughts and heatwaves become disasters as a result of societal vulnerability, that is, a propensity of people, societies and ecosystems to be harmed. Often, people’s social, political and economic status determines the nature of differential and disproportionate impacts1.

Natural Hazard 100

Natural Hazard Hazard Vulnerability 100

Recovery Diva

JULY 24, 2024

“What the data tell us is that the frequency and severity of disasters at local-state scales is increasing with rural, suburban, and urban places being affected nationwide,” Susan Cutter, co-director of the Hazards Vulnerability and Resilience Institute at the University of South Carolina, said in an email.

All-Hazards 100

All-Hazards Hazard Vulnerability Resilience 100

Emergency Planning

MAY 14, 2024

Secondly, and more importantly, vulnerability, risk, impact and their controlling factors are all trending. I recommend going back to vulnerability and endeavouring to identify, understand and reduce it. Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences 13(11): 2707-2716. What can we do instead? References Alexander, D.E. Holling, C.S

Resilience 130

Resilience Risk Reduction Natural Hazard All-Hazards 130

Emergency Planning

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Most of them are highly vulnerable to seismic forces. Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences 15: 931-945. Natural Hazards 109: 161-200. It is a mixture of simple errors, lax procedures, ignorance, deliberate evasion, indifference to public safety, untenable architectural fashions, corruption and failure to enforce the codes.

Natural Hazard 183

Natural Hazard All-Hazards Hazard Fashion 183

Emergency Planning

APRIL 24, 2022

The cascade is a result of the progression of a shock through different kinds of vulnerability. It is obvious that military instability is likely to complicate and retard the process of getting natural hazard impacts under control. There has recently been a surge of research interest in disaster and conflict (ref).

Natural Hazard 199

Natural Hazard All-Hazards Entertainment Transportation 199

everbridge

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

During disasters, distracted, weakened, and vulnerable businesses and individuals are easy targets for cyber criminals. Additionally, the vulnerability of critical infrastructure like power grids, communication networks, and transportation systems during times of crisis makes them prime targets for state-sponsored cyberattacks.

Malware 52

Malware All-Hazards Response Plan Cybersecurity 52

Emergency Planning

MAY 30, 2019

Unofficial voices have suggested that the 'cure to damage ratio' for natural hazards is 1:43. In putting individuals at the centre of a diagram of actions we see people either crushed between the rock of hazards and the hard place of risk-informed sustainable development or as protagonists in combatting the former with the latter.

Risk Reduction 130

Risk Reduction Natural Hazard All-Hazards Hazard 130

CCEM Strategies

AUGUST 9, 2023

This can create very hazardous conditions, especially for vulnerable populations. The majority of those who lost their lives were part of a vulnerable population - older adults with compromised health who lived alone. Identify and support vulnerable populations. Develop response plans.

Resilience 98

Resilience Response Plan Vulnerability Hazard 98

Recovery Diva

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Helpful anecdotes are inserted throughout, balancing critical assessments where organizations and countries have not used available methods of risk assessment, and as a result, “…acting individually and through collective bodies, succeed neither in effective policy nor practice in reducing vulnerability of the built environment.” [p.

Risk Reduction 100

Risk Reduction All-Hazards Natural Hazard Hazard 100

Reciprocity

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Instead, they began with vulnerabilities in vendor systems. By focusing on key risk areas and leveraging the right tools, you can transform vendor onboarding from a potential vulnerability into a foundation for secure growth. The 2013 Target breach, which affected 41 million consumers, originated through an HVAC vendor.

Evaluation 52

Evaluation Vulnerability Audit Risk Management 52

Zerto

JULY 12, 2023

It identifies threats and vulnerabilities, potential areas of impact, and the likelihood of disruptive events. The objective of this step is to leave no stone unturned and to uncover all conceivable hazards, however minor or remote. This includes risks to strategy, finances, compliance, governance, and operations.

Risk Management 97

Risk Management All-Hazards Management Mitigation 97

Emergency Planning

MAY 6, 2024

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. Standardised,"all hazards" emergency planning methodology applied at all levels.

All-Hazards 100

All-Hazards Hazard Risk Reduction Emergency Response 100

Emergency Planning

JUNE 9, 2019

While not independent of the magnitude of physical forces involved, it is not linearly related to them because it depends on the nature and size of the vulnerabilities that the physical forces act upon. Warming has already begun to have a substantial effect on the magnitude and frequency of meteorological hazards. Krausmann, E.,

Risk Reduction 130

Risk Reduction Natural Hazard All-Hazards Hazard 130

National Fire Protection Association

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The fire underscores global concerns about fire and life safety, particularly among developing nations and areas where housing pressures create additional risks for the poorest and most vulnerable populations.

Hazard 78

Hazard Publishing Mitigation Vulnerability 78

MHA Consulting

AUGUST 3, 2023

Environmental and Infrastructure Hazards : Involves assessing risks associated with natural disasters, physical infrastructure failures, and environmental impacts, ensuring resilience against potential hazards.

Risk Management 95

Risk Management Management All-Hazards Mitigation 95

Business Resilience Decoded

APRIL 13, 2023

Episode 144: Evaluating the Safety, Hazards, and Risks in Your Organization’s Physical Environments When was the last time you evaluated the threats to your physical environment? There is so much to consider beyond processes and security. Just because you’re not aware of a certain safety risk, doesn’t mean it’s not there.

Evaluation 36

Evaluation Hazard All-Hazards Disaster Recovery 36

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

DECEMBER 18, 2023

NCDP studies the readiness of governmental and non-governmental systems, the complexities of population recovery, the power of community engagement, and the risks of human vulnerability. NCDP is committed to understanding the prevention and most effective response strategies for large-scale disasters.

Disaster Preparedness 122

Disaster Preparedness Resilience Risk Reduction Capacity 122

MHA Consulting

JUNE 1, 2023

In recent years, we have entered a uniquely tumultuous period, one characterized by weird weather, global conflict, and heightened supply chain vulnerability, among other challenges. Threats related to environmental hazards that might occur in the vicinity of the organization’s facilities: train derailments, plant explosions, chemical spills.

All-Hazards 98

All-Hazards Hazard Business Continuity Mitigation 98

Pure Storage

MAY 22, 2023

These systems provide a wealth of information for planning an effective incident response, including fire hydrant locations, building floor plans, hazardous material listings, and more, that can help keep firefighters, other first responders, and the general public safe.

All-Hazards 98

All-Hazards Hazard Government Technology 98

everbridge

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The global landscape has experienced an undeniable surge in hazards over the past decade. Natural disasters, pandemics, cybersecurity events, and other crises have wrought devastation on communities worldwide, leading many to question whether the hazard environment is changing for the worse.

Resilience 52

Resilience All-Hazards Hazard Vulnerability 52

Reciprocity

APRIL 4, 2022

Various types of hazards must be considered. After identifying hazards and risks, consider how they are harmful and the possible outcomes. This means that risks presenting a higher threat must receive more comprehensive control measures than lower-risk hazards. Economic risk. Operational risk. Third-party risk. Quality risk.

All-Hazards 95

All-Hazards Mitigation Risk Management Hazard 95

everbridge

APRIL 8, 2024

Under SB 553, California employers must conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement measures to mitigate them. Risk assessment and mitigation: Everbridge provides tools for assessing threats and vulnerabilities, which can be integral to developing and updating an effective workplace violence prevention plan.

Emergency Response 98

Emergency Response Emergency Response All-Hazards Mitigation 98

MHA Consulting

JANUARY 26, 2023

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. Talks about the need for business to be prepared for three types of hazards, natural, human-caused, and technology-related. Another excellent DHS website.

BCM 98

BCM All-Hazards Disaster Recovery Hazard 98

CCEM Strategies

JANUARY 11, 2024

Especially vulnerable populations. High population density (including larger vulnerable populations), increased demand for resources, and complex, inter-dependent infrastructure systems can contribute to compounding impacts and emergencies. The impact of cold emergencies goes beyond discomfort.

Resilience 64

Resilience Transportation Vulnerability Telecommunications 64

CCEM Strategies

MAY 11, 2023

Flooding is one of the most common, pervasive, and costliest natural hazards in Canada , with a history of causing major disasters. By analyzing factors such as topography, hydrology, and historical flood data, flood risk assessments can help communities identify areas that are most vulnerable to flooding.

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Hazard Natural Hazard Transportation 52

CCEM Strategies

JUNE 5, 2023

Summer is not without its share of hazards due to the hot weather. From storms triggering electrical outages to droughts and heat domes that can contribute to wildfires (which in turn can cause poor air quality), all these hazards have the potential to cause detrimental impacts to your organization.

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Outage Hazard Continuity Planning 52

Emergency Planning

MARCH 7, 2019

Myth 17: Unburied dead bodies constitute a health hazard. Reality: Not even advanced decomposition causes a significant health hazard. In addition, technology is a potential source of vulnerability as well as a means of reducing it. Myth 65: Children and young people are too vulnerable to be exposed to the effects of disaster.

Hospitality 130

Hospitality All-Hazards Risk Reduction Logistics 130

everbridge

OCTOBER 7, 2024

This process goes beyond a one-time analysis and involves evergreen monitoring of emerging risks and changes in the hazard landscape. Leaders should support research institutions, startups, and technology incubators that focus on advancing hazard mitigation, early warning systems, sustainable infrastructure, and crisis management tools.

Resilience 52

Resilience All-Hazards Hazard Risk Reduction 52

BCP Builder

JULY 15, 2024

A thorough risk assessment identifies vulnerabilities, evaluates potential impacts, and informs the development of effective mitigation strategies. Step 2: Identify Potential Threats Categorize Threats : Classify potential threats into categories such as natural disasters, technological risks, human-made hazards, and health emergencies.

Evaluation 52

Evaluation Response Plan Vulnerability Mitigation 52

BCP Builder

JULY 15, 2024

A thorough risk assessment identifies vulnerabilities, evaluates potential impacts, and informs the development of effective mitigation strategies. Step 2: Identify Potential Threats Categorize Threats : Classify potential threats into categories such as natural disasters, technological risks, human-made hazards, and health emergencies.

Evaluation 52

Evaluation Response Plan Vulnerability Mitigation 52

everbridge

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Natural hazards, public health emergencies, and other crises can strike at any moment, putting lives and livelihoods at risk. The Early Warnings for All Initiative, driven by the United Nations, recognizes this imperative and seeks to unite all stakeholders in building a safer world.

Natural Hazard 78

Natural Hazard All-Hazards Hazard Activation 78

Security Industry Association

JUNE 5, 2023

Their potential use in targeted attacks, surveillance and the delivery of hazardous materials poses significant risks to public safety. Without prompt action to equip and empower law enforcement, communities and significant mass gatherings remain vulnerable to potential harm.

Authorization 98

Authorization All-Hazards Mitigation Government 98

Reciprocity

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

After identifying hazards and vulnerabilities, consider how they are harmful and the possible outcomes. The assessments should always include all potential hazards and new risks. These inspectors can survey employees and stakeholders to identify potential hazards, such as ergonomic injuries or air quality concerns.

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Hazard Risk Management Evaluation 52

everbridge

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

On a similar note, the accessibility gap remains prominent, particularly for vulnerable populations such as those with mental health conditions or disabilities. We should make a strategic shift toward a comprehensive national “all hazards” planning, preparation, and coordination culture in the U.S.

Disaster Preparedness 105

Disaster Preparedness Alert All-Hazards Technology 105

Disaster Recovery

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

RDP enabled computers that run on Windows are particularly vulnerable. This is a rapidly mutating security hazard with the potential to severely compromise enterprise systems. Carry out frequent vulnerability scans and penetration tests. The Matrix ransomware uses an RIG toolkit to take possession of as many PCs as it can.

Disaster Recovery 40

Disaster Recovery Hazard Authentication Vulnerability 40

Disaster Recovery

JULY 22, 2019

Defining these cyber hazards can be tricky. All online entities are vulnerable to these hazards. Nevertheless, the impact they can have on your business operations can be devastating. DDoS Attacks. The hacker floods the target service with a high volume of false traffic through multiple machines.

All-Hazards 40

All-Hazards Hazard Disaster Recovery Retail 40

Erwood Group

MARCH 20, 2023

However, even with the best intentions, many organizations make common mistakes that can leave them vulnerable to downtime, data loss, and costly recovery efforts. However, a more effective approach is to use an all-hazard style of planning. Learn about the 10 Disaster Recovery Plan Mistakes to Avoid for Your Business.

Disaster Recovery 52

Disaster Recovery All-Hazards Hazard Cybersecurity 52