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Disaster Assistance: Updated FEMA Guidance Could...
FEMA revised how it evaluates disaster assistance requests, aiming to better support communities—especially smaller or more vulnerable ones. However, its guidance still relies on outdated data, making it harder for…
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Finding Efficiency with Geospatial Technology
Geospatial technology, supercharged by AI, is revolutionizing how governments operate—from improving disaster response to optimizing infrastructure and identifying untapped revenue sources. By layering AI on top of location data, agencies…
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WUI Fire Evacuation and Sheltering Considerations:...
This updated NIST report introduces a structured methodology to help wildland-urban interface (WUI) communities assess, plan, and execute fire evacuations when time is critically limited. Drawing on lessons from the…
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BlackBerry AtHoc: Redefining Secure Crisis...
BlackBerry® AtHoc® achieves FedRAMP High authorization, reinforcing its ability to deliver secure, encrypted communication during critical events like cyberattacks and natural disasters. With 421 stringent security controls, it ensures operational…
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Executive Order 14239: Achieving Efficiency...
This Executive Order centers on empowering state and local governments to lead the charge in national preparedness. It calls for a shift from broad, generalized emergency policies to more focused,…
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Disaster Assistance: Improving the Federal Approach
Disasters are becoming deadlier, more frequent, and costlier—and the federal approach to helping communities recover is straining under the pressure. With over 600 open disaster declarations and billions in aid…
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U.S. Port Infrastructure: DOT and DHS Offer...
U.S. ports are vital to national and global trade, yet they face increasing threats from natural disasters. The Departments of Transportation (DOT) and Homeland Security (DHS) provide funding and resources…
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Instructional Guide to the CISA Active Assailant...
In today’s world, being prepared for an active assailant incident is not an option, it’s a necessity. The CISA Active Assailant Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Template provides organizations with a…
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Resilience Planning: What Communities Can Do to...
When disaster strikes, communities that plan ahead are better equipped to recover quickly and minimize damage. The Resilience Planning report by HUD highlights how communities can integrate resilience into long-term…
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Be Ready for Any Critical Event
In an unpredictable world, organizations must be ready to respond swiftly to critical events, whether natural disasters, cyber threats, or unexpected disruptions. Delayed decisions and outdated communication tools can make…
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Contingency Plan for Shutdown of Agency Operations...
The U.S. Trade Representative’s Shutdown Contingency Plan ensures that critical trade functions continue even during a lapse in federal appropriations. Priorities include managing World Trade Organization disputes, enforcing key trade…
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Fall Weather Safety
The National Weather Service (NWS) kicked off its Fall Safety Campaign on September 1, 2024, to help communities prepare for seasonal weather challenges. From wildfire preparedness to winter weather readiness,…
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First Responder Resource Group Big City Fire...
The Big City Fire Working Group (BCF) brings together representatives from 12 of the largest fire departments in the United States, as measured by number of stations and operational personnel.…
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Fire Science Exchange Network: Fiscal Year 2023...
The Fire Science Exchange Network is a science delivery organization made up of 15 regional fire science exchanges across the United States. Created in 2010, the exchanges provide relevant and…
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Defense Threat Reduction Agency
The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is both a defense agency and combat support agency with two distinct yet highly integrated roles countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and emerging…
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