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US news
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Acting FEMA chief told staff he didn't know about U.S. hurricane season

Concerns grow over FEMA's leadership competency amidst significant staff reductions and upcoming hurricane season.
Online learning
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

FEMA reduces emergency training before a brutal hurricane season

FEMA has cut training sessions for emergency managers ahead of the hurricane season, moving many online, which may impact coordination and preparedness.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

FEMA's acting administrator is replaced a day after congressional testimony

FEMA's future is uncertain amidst leadership changes and discussions of potential elimination.
US news
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Acting FEMA chief told staff he didn't know about U.S. hurricane season

Concerns grow over FEMA's leadership competency amidst significant staff reductions and upcoming hurricane season.
Online learning
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

FEMA reduces emergency training before a brutal hurricane season

FEMA has cut training sessions for emergency managers ahead of the hurricane season, moving many online, which may impact coordination and preparedness.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

FEMA's acting administrator is replaced a day after congressional testimony

FEMA's future is uncertain amidst leadership changes and discussions of potential elimination.
more#fema
#los-angeles
Los Angeles
fromABC7 Chicago
3 months ago

Texts sent to, from fired LAFD chief show what officials discussed during California fires

Communication among emergency leaders was crucial before the Palisades Fire escalated.
The situation was dire, with officials acknowledging the severity of the wildfires.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

LA mayor dismisses fire chief over response to Palisades Fire

Los Angeles Mayor ousts fire chief amid blame over wildfire preparedness and response.
Crowley failed to notify Bass of fire danger, leading to increased devastation.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 Chicago
3 months ago

Texts sent to, from fired LAFD chief show what officials discussed during California fires

Communication among emergency leaders was crucial before the Palisades Fire escalated.
The situation was dire, with officials acknowledging the severity of the wildfires.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

LA mayor dismisses fire chief over response to Palisades Fire

Los Angeles Mayor ousts fire chief amid blame over wildfire preparedness and response.
Crowley failed to notify Bass of fire danger, leading to increased devastation.
more#los-angeles
#climate-change
Europe news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

70% of flood deaths in Europe in 2024 occurred in the Valencia floodplain

The October 2024 floods in Valencia resulted in 232 deaths, revealing serious emergency management failures amid increasing climate-related disasters.
Europe news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

70% of flood deaths in Europe in 2024 occurred in the Valencia floodplain

The October 2024 floods in Valencia resulted in 232 deaths, revealing serious emergency management failures amid increasing climate-related disasters.
more#climate-change
#wildfires
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

L.A. County had a new emergency alert system. Did that hurt west Altadena?

Rapid deployment of Genasys' alert software in L.A. County led to significant miscommunication during wildfires, raising concerns about training and software reliability.
Canada news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Why are so many of Canada's wildfires burning 'out of control'?

Over half of the 200 wildfires in Canada are out of control, raising severe concerns over air quality and suppression efforts.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

L.A. County had a new emergency alert system. Did that hurt west Altadena?

Rapid deployment of Genasys' alert software in L.A. County led to significant miscommunication during wildfires, raising concerns about training and software reliability.
Canada news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Why are so many of Canada's wildfires burning 'out of control'?

Over half of the 200 wildfires in Canada are out of control, raising severe concerns over air quality and suppression efforts.
more#wildfires
#natural-disasters
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Nigeria flash floods: Which is most affected area, what caused the deluge?

Flash floods in Mokwa, Niger State have killed over 150 people and displaced thousands since Thursday.
Search and rescue operations continue amid significant structural damage and a rising death toll.
fromFast Company
1 week ago
Miami food

Hurricane season begins June 1. This Florida emergency official reveals what keeps her up at night

World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Nigeria flash floods: Which is most affected area, what caused the deluge?

Flash floods in Mokwa, Niger State have killed over 150 people and displaced thousands since Thursday.
Search and rescue operations continue amid significant structural damage and a rising death toll.
fromFast Company
1 week ago
Miami food

Hurricane season begins June 1. This Florida emergency official reveals what keeps her up at night

more#natural-disasters
#crisis-management
more#crisis-management
Skiing
fromeuronews
1 week ago

Video. Blatten remains evacuated as Birch Glacier continues to break apart

Glacial break-offs above Blatten threaten the village and could cause debris flows or dam the River Lonza.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

Are you ready for hurricane season? See forecast, get tips - and don't do this

Be prepared for the 2025 hurricane season as forecasts predict above-average storm activity, especially in South Florida.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Los Gatos develops plan to reduce projected $3.7M deficit

‘The deficit was driven by the escalation of salaries, pension obligations, and cost of supplies,’ said Town Manager Chris Constantin, emphasizing the need for strategic financial management.
Fundraising
#public-safety
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Sunday Links: Trumps Election Law Order Creates Chaos Across The Country

Trump's executive order on election laws raises concerns ahead of the 2026 midterms.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
SF politics

St. Louis emergency management chief on leave after failing to sound sirens for deadly tornado: report

San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Sunday Links: Trumps Election Law Order Creates Chaos Across The Country

Trump's executive order on election laws raises concerns ahead of the 2026 midterms.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
SF politics

St. Louis emergency management chief on leave after failing to sound sirens for deadly tornado: report

more#public-safety
#trump-administration
more#trump-administration
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

L.A. County emergency official charged with murder of his mother

Barreras specialized in building and maintaining the technology that allows county residents to be quickly notified about emergencies through their phones, radios, and television.
Los Angeles
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 weeks ago

Mexican navy ship Cuauhtemoc hits the Brooklyn Bridge during training exercise

A sailboat collision with the Brooklyn Bridge caused multiple injuries and the closure of bridge lanes.
NYC LGBT
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Houses of worship being sought to volunteer as Cooling Centers during extreme hot weather

Houses of worship are being asked to serve as Cooling Centers to help vulnerable individuals during extreme heat this summer.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Turkey: 151 hurt jumping from buildings amid earthquake, say authorities

The earthquake was felt in surrounding provinces, leading to an outpouring of panic as residents rushed into open areas away from buildings for safety.
Germany news
#eaton-fire
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Emergency management officials not to blame for west Altadena alert failures, sources say

Evacuation alerts were delayed for west Altadena residents during the Eaton fire, leading to tragic consequences.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Emergency management officials not to blame for west Altadena alert failures, sources say

Evacuation alerts were delayed for west Altadena residents during the Eaton fire, leading to tragic consequences.
more#eaton-fire
#disaster-preparedness
Retirement
fromWIRED
3 months ago

What Elon Musk Got Wrong About Why Federal Retirement Is Still Managed out of a Limestone Mine

Federal agencies securely store records at Boyers Mine to protect against nuclear fallout and other risks.
OMG science
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why federal employees are essential to earthquake safety in America

Preparation for earthquakes is essential to prevent loss of life and property damage, as illustrated by the devastating Myanmar earthquake.
Retirement
fromWIRED
3 months ago

What Elon Musk Got Wrong About Why Federal Retirement Is Still Managed out of a Limestone Mine

Federal agencies securely store records at Boyers Mine to protect against nuclear fallout and other risks.
OMG science
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why federal employees are essential to earthquake safety in America

Preparation for earthquakes is essential to prevent loss of life and property damage, as illustrated by the devastating Myanmar earthquake.
more#disaster-preparedness
#wildfire
more#wildfire
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Six Years Later, Still No Tuesday Noon Siren Upgrades, Which Would Now Cost $20 Million

San Francisco's emergency outdoor warning system upgrades face delays and escalating costs, impacting community safety amidst tsunami warnings.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Indonesian volcano sends ash cloud 8km high, some flights cancelled

Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki's eruption has disrupted multiple flights and raised emergency warnings to the highest level for locals and tourists, signaling an urgent response.
World news
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

MoJ readies extra prison places in case summer riots happen again

Prisons are preparing for a possible surge in offenders due to potential civil unrest, with no emergency measures planned such as early release schemes.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Deadline for free fire debris removal in L.A. County is approaching

Los Angeles County is urging property owners to enroll in a fire debris removal program before the March 31 deadline.
#flooding
more#flooding
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Yet Another Battery Fire at Monterey County's Moss Landing Power Plant, Just 33 Days After Its Last Battery Fire

The recent fire at Moss Landing Power Plant was not as severe as the previous one, requiring no evacuations.
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