Disaster Management
Whether you鈥檙e preparing for a blackout or going camping, learn how to select the right generator to ensure reliable power when you need it most
USAR task forces and fire department swiftwater teams conduct rescues in the wake of Hurricane Helene
Grab these flood barriers, absorbent socks and mats, sandbags and sump pumps to keep your property dry
A patchwork of pilots and ground crews work to deliver relief to North Carolina communities cut off by the storm
Five workers were rescued in storm floodwaters that struck the small town of Erwin
Teams with cadaver dogs search through the storm debris in western North Carolina
Asheville and many surrounding mountain towns were built in valleys, leaving them especially vulnerable to devastating rain and flooding
Ballad Health CEO Alan Levine described the decision to move Unicoi County Hospital staff and patients to the roof amid rising floodwaters
Basic supplies arrive by airlift, truck and mule as at least 121 deaths are recorded
Following widespread flooding caused by Hurricane Helene, restoring communications for first responders and civilians is a high priority
Over 50 search and rescue teams are spread across several states as officials warn that the recovery will be lengthy
Approximately 17,000 people were evacuated earlier and several roads closed after a fire at the BioLab facility on Conyers sent smoke over the area
The Category 4 hurricane struck Florida with maximum sustained winds estimated at 140 mph
Hurricane and flash flood warnings extended into several states prompting emergency declarations
Hurricane Helene is expected to bring storm conditions as far inland as Tennessee, Kentucky and Indiana when it makes
Power outages can happen anytime. From flashlights to gas lanterns, discover versatile and reliable tools to keep your environment well-lit during emergencies.
When assessing and treating patients in a cold environment, do these simple things to help prevent heat loss and improve heat retention
These 3 actions will help prepare your family in case of a natural disaster, so that you are able to help others
An increase in natural disasters has compounded problems for first responders across Texas and other states
A landslide damaged houses in the city of Ketchikan and caused a mandatory evacuation
First responders faced several rescues from vehicles and homes as storm system hit states
The East Baton Rouge Parish First Responder Safe Room and Training Center meets FEMA safe room requirements for natural disasters
Acadian Ambulance personnel are assisting residents with special needs and local ambulance services in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Debby
Denver Health teams are prepared to go to the frontlines to help injured firefighters
A tractor-trailer driver was killed when his rig went off a bridge near Tampa
Review how your own community prepares for special events for these essential elements
It is our responsibility to respond, no matter what the potential hazards may be, so what is your agency training on?
Authorities found ill and elderly bedridden people on mattresses on the wet floor, some lying in their own waste
Creating an effective tabletop training exercise for pre-planning MCI response
State officials determined that the lone vendor selected to write the AAR was not compliant with state policies
Millions are without power after Hurricane Beryl swept into Texas
Beryl came ashore as a Category 1 hurricane causing damaging winds and flash flooding
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