As the holiday season approaches, it’s a time of joy and celebration. But it also brings unique challenges for emergency management teams in communities and counties across the country. From increased traffic on the roads to potential weather-related incidents,...
Climate change and extreme weather conditions have led to an increase in the frequency and intensity of wildfires around the world. These devastating disasters cause significant harm to both the environment and human lives. Emergency managers around the globe are...
When it comes to disaster preparedness, the key is not just being prepared, but staying prepared. For government officials that means getting an initial plan in place and ensuring any identified risks are addressed. However, once those elements are completed a...
As emergency managers and city planners, we often find ourselves racing against a ticking clock – in the wake of a disaster it is our job to restore order as quickly as possible. In all of this rush, however, it can be easy to forget one important detail about the...
Rising Fire Weather Days: An Insight into Climate Change Wildfire seasons have become more intense, lasting longer, and expanding across several states over time. The change in climate has significantly contributed to the increased number of fire weather days,...
Can a Congressional Caucus Change the Game on Disaster Resilience? In a major step forward for disaster recovery and resilience in the United States, Representatives Bennie G. Thompson, Earl Blumenauer, Dina Titus, and Sheila Jackson Lee have helped to form the...
