Southlake was ready had evacuees arrived Sep 6, 2008
We, the city, prepare for any contingency or any natural or man-made disasters, said Southlake Emergency Management Coordinator Colleen Gilmore. According to Gilmore, the city of Southlake has had an Emergency Operation Plan in place since 1998. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
County's Storm Debris Plan Earns GEMA Recognition, Increased Recovery Funds Sep 6, 2008
Having a community Debris Management Plan in advance of disasters helps to reduce recovery costs Bryant explained. "It makes it better when you have public safety (personnel) going out doing search and rescue, it allows us to be reimbursed for our regular time and overtime. ". (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Humane Society Needs Emergency Volunteers Sep 6, 2008
Whether Laurens County is preparing to host coastal evacuees, is under the threat of tornadoes or other natural disasters, Irene Sumner wants to be prepared. If hundreds of evacuees flood into Laurens County, or if disaster strikes locally, Sumner is responsible for the safety and security of animals. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Yet Again, Astroland Threatens to Close Sep 5, 2008
September 4, 2008, 6:00 pm. The Astroland Amusement Park at Coney Island, shown here in May, will close on Sunday, its owners said, because of a failure to reach lease terms with the owner of the land. (New York Times)
Residents should be disaster-ready Sep 5, 2008
Disasters include weather events like lightning strikes, floods and earthquakes as well as hazardous materials leaks and terrorist attacks. In the event of major disasters that affect many people, emergency management officials expect people to be able to take care of themselves for at least the first 72 hours, Smith said. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Preparing For Emergencies Sep 5, 2008
While we tend to equate the word emergency with disasters such as floods, severe snowstorms, tornadoes, etc. other seemingly simple events can be just as life threatening to those who are frail, elderly, and/or incapacitated. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Democrats, Republicans to talk special session Sep 5, 2008
In the meantime, Rants said complaints are being voiced that the state is doing nothing to deal with one of the worst disasters in its history. "I keep hearing from people in Cedar Rapids," said Rants. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Thunder Basin Coal mine rescue team wins competition Sep 5, 2008
Each year, the teams are put before a different scenario where disasters occur naturally or by accident. This year, the rescuers faced the threat of terrorism when an improvised explosive device was triggered by a van delivering crew members to a locomotive. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
PAPAS: When life seems to be too much Sep 5, 2008
Trauma victims, such as rape, incest, abuse, domestic violence, or natural disasters. Returning veterans. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Cleaner mower, speedboat engines ordered Sep 5, 2008
From natural disasters around the world to political maneuverings in the U.S.. Reuters. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Register special needs for area emergencies Sep 5, 2008
It s so the disasters that occurred during Hurricane Katrina are not repeated, Bilski said. And while county officials cannot guarantee when help will come or what Mother Nature has in store the special needs registry will help provide one more necessary tool for assessing a situation. (Sealy News, TX)
Across the universe Sep 5, 2008
Checking in back home (necessary to repair and refuel for free) also gives you the chance to choose new missions such as trading goods or populating new frontiers, while other emergency missions such as averting environmental disasters can crop up at any time, requiring your immediate attention. One of the most enjoyable activities is terraforming planets and manipulating the environment to sustain life, supplanting flora and fauna from another planet to your new outpost. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
HAITI AFTER HANNA Sep 5, 2008
Afflicted by political chaos, bloodshed and natural disasters since it won independence from France in a slave revolt two centuries ago, the mud-caked scenes of misery in Gonaives were not unprecedented for Haiti. The last time floods like this occurred in Gonaives in 2004, 3,000 died. (AlertNet)
Local trauma experts forge one-of-a-kind partnership with Sri Lankan EMS workers Sep 5, 2008
These same men, in turn, have taught hundreds of other Sri Lankan emergency personnel to respond appropriately to disasters, traumas and other injuries. Now, they'll take the next step to ensure their Sri Lankan communities have the best emergency services possible. (AlertNet)
S.C. resources ready for storm Sep 5, 2008
DHEC has identified approximately 700 healthcare professionals, who have volunteered for disasters through the state s SC Serve program. These professionals include doctors, nurses, pharmacists and social workers. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
UN Given Roadmap to Meet Climate Challenge Sep 5, 2008
NEW YORK, New York, February 27, 2007 (ENS) - In order to avoid climate change becoming "a catastrophe," the world must ramp up efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and prepare to deal with more weather-related disasters and to help climate change refugees, an international panel of experts told the United Nations today. The panel's 166-page report outlines a strategy for preventing unmanageable climate changes and adapting to unavoidable ones, urging the international community to commit to... (Yahoo News -- United Nations)
Montana Realtor speaks out on freedoms of speech, voting Sep 5, 2008
Holm recently retired as the superintendent of Glacier National Park and worked above and beyond his duties to be instrumental in re-establishing TV signals in the canyon after the 2003 forest fire disasters. Blackler is a former executive of the Back Country Horsemen serving the needs of the National Forest Service and providing trail access for outdoor enthusiasts. (Missoulian, MT)
Mini movie reviews Sep 5, 2008
Disaster Movie - Over the course of one evening, an unsuspecting group of 20somethings find themselves bombarded by a series of natural disasters and catastrophic events. (imdb) 90 min. PG-13. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Avoiding Storm Related Scams/Price Gouging Sep 5, 2008
However, some unscrupulous people travel to areas that have been hit by natural disasters to take advantage of consumers, Cooper warned ... However, some unscrupulous people travel to areas that have been hit by natural disasters to take advantage of consumers, Cooper warned ... However, some unscrupulous people travel to areas that have been hit by natural disasters to take advantage of consumers, Cooper warned. (WTKR.com, VA)
Patrick Rockey's Weather Blog Sep 5, 2008
Some of our biggest weather disasters in Virginia have happened when tropical systems (even weak ones) have hit the mountains. So I'm becoming increasingly concerned about the remnants of Tropical Storm Fay. (WTKR.com, VA)
Aids epidemic a 'global disaster' Sep 5, 2008
The IFRC's annual report on world disasters usually focuses on specific natural disasters such as earthquakes ... This year, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is departing from tradition with its world disasters report, to focus on what it says is one of the most long term and complex problems facing the world: the HIV/Aids epidemic. (Yahoo News -- AIDS-HIV)
Charges Weighed In Utah Mine Deaths Sep 5, 2008
A look at some of the notable U.S. coal mining disasters over the years. Stories. (CBS News -- US)
Gifted, but not qualified Sep 5, 2008
The country is seeking relief from the disasters bequeathed it by a Republican president - in Iraq, in an Afghanistan war left to drift, in a loss of international respect, in an enormous budgetary deficit, in housing foreclosures and a credit meltdown. The Democratic Party has in Barack Obama the New Thing, but the Republicans now have the New New Thing. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Who's eligible for what Sep 5, 2008
FEMA does not duplicate insurance benefits so they also look at areas for the possibility of insurance coverage s on these disasters, Jacks said. Yes, indeed, they may have incurred the inconvenience of evacuation but those evacuations may have also saved their lives and the lives of their family. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Bulletin Board Sep 5, 2008
By enhancing its ability to provide human services to eligible LEP persons, Hawaii also improves its ability, consistent with HHS objectives, to prepare for emergencies and respond to disasters. Hawaii Gov. Linda Lingle said the voluntary agreement is in keeping with her administration s commitment to improving services for people with limited English proficiency. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
China Mine Explosion Reportedly Kills 23 Sep 5, 2008
China's coal mines are the world's deadliest, with numerous fires, floods and other disasters killing an average of 13 miners a day. Many accidents are blamed on small mines with low safety standards, or those operating illegally. (CBS News -- World)
Riverside Planning and Zoning talks about flood plain management Sep 5, 2008
The City of Riverside suspended its participation in the program in 1988, but following the recent flooding disasters FEMA Region VII presented all non-participating cities in the region the opportunity to reconsider that decision. According to Mike Hart, City Engineer, benefits to the City include the authority to restrict or prohibit uses within the flood zones and benefits to property owners include the availability of National Flood Insurance. (Kalona News, IA)
The Sarah Palin FAQ Sep 5, 2008
She does command the National Guard when it comes to natural disasters and homeland security. These issues are handled by a member of her cabinet, Maj. (Slate)
Rain-soaked rescuers brave Gustav floods Sep 4, 2008
EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH, Louisiana (CNN) -- The words "first responder" get used a lot during disasters like Hurricane Gustav ... Though rescue crews face plenty of legitimate emergencies, most officers say that a lot of their work before, during and after natural disasters is dealing with people doing dumb stuff, like sightseeing. (CNN -- International)
There's a storm bigger than terrorism and only we can saveourselves Sep 4, 2008
It shifts the political rhetoric towards highlighting the many risks facing Australia, especially natural disasters ... While terrorism is a possibility, natural disasters are a certainty ... For too long, the public have been told during disasters they should sit tight and wait for help from the government, the military or emergency services. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
MDS Reports Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results Sep 4, 2008
These factors include, but are not limited to: management of operational risks; the strength of the Canadian and United States' economies and the economies of other countries in which we conduct business; our ability to secure a reliable supply of raw materials, particularly cobalt and critical medical isotopes; the impact of the movement of the U.S. dollar relative to other currencies, particularly the Canadian dollar and the euro; changes in interest rate policies of the Bank of Canada and the... (Canada Newswire)
'Commander' Palin and the Alaska National Guard Sep 4, 2008
Occasions in which Palin retains command authority over the 4,200-member Alaska National Guard are whenever the Guard responds to in-state natural disasters and civic emergencies, said Campbell, who also serves as the commissioner of the state Department of Military and Veterans Affairs ... " The recent decision to deploy a C-17 cargo plane from the Alaska Air National Guard to Louisiana to assist during the Hurricane Gustav response was an occasion in which Campbell briefed the governor's... (Anchorage Daily News)
Network anchors join forces to fight cancer Sep 4, 2008
As he looked ahead to Fridays special, Williams noted that networks had joined hands before for public-service simulcasts, but they were in response to disasters like Hurricane Katrina and the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. This is no less of an emergency, Williams declared. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Your views: The FEMA response Sep 4, 2008
Weve been through disasters before and we know what works. Florida and FEMA set a national standard for helping storm survivors during the four major hurricanes in 2004 and 2005. (Florida Today)
* Tsunami-level aid needed in flood-hit India Sep 4, 2008
We will definitely need the support of international organizations and agencies, the same as after the tsunami [in 2004] or the Gujarat earthquake in 2001, Bihar Disasters Minister Nitish Mishra said ... Preparedness cannot be a knee-jerk reaction and currently preparing against disasters is not on the radar of the government. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Waiting to exhale: Hanna's latest track would spare Orangeburg area Sep 4, 2008
The UMVIM was formed about four years ago and has responded to a number of natural disasters including Hurricane Katrina. The organization, which consists of disaster trained volunteers, is responsible for handling first response and would more than likely be called to assist the day after Hanna makes landfall. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Collective Traumas: Early Explanations Of 9/11 Linked To Long-term Adjustment Sep 4, 2008
This is the first study to find that meaning facilitates adjustment for individuals indirectly exposed to large-scale collective traumas such as terrorist attacks, school shootings, or natural disasters. Updegraff conducted the research with Roxane Cohen Silver and E. Alison Holman, both of the University of California at Irvine. (Science Daily)
Hurricane Katrina Increased Mental And Physical Health Problems In New Orleans By Up To Three Times Sep 4, 2008
Researchers from Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego, California, spoke to 222 local residents 15 months after they survived one of the worst natural disasters to hit the USA. ... We also hope that our findings will provide valuable guidance for healthcare professionals and policy makers involved in future disasters, by helping them to anticipate and deal with the mental and physical health problems that are left behind once the initial crisis has been dealt with. (Science Daily)
Alaska National Guard Hit "Crisis Level" Sep 4, 2008
Personnel Shortages Make Aviation Unit In Palin's Home State Most Poorly Staffed In Nation. WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2008. (CBS News -- US)
CBS Poll: Public Backs GOP's Gustav Change Sep 3, 2008
In September 2005, 49 percent of Americans said they had not much or no confidence in the federal governments ability to deal with disasters. Now, that number is down to 26 percent. (CBS News)
Thinking inside the box Sep 3, 2008
But as Block shops for containers that forestall those disasters, she is also concerned about safety. She cautions that consumers need to know what containers are made of. (Boston Globe)
Entergy Warns of Precarious Power Island Situation in Southeastern Louisiana Sep 3, 2008
1 million in 2005 during Hurricane Katrina, which has been described as one of the worst natural disasters in American history. Thirteen of the 14 transmission lines serving the New Orleans metropolitan area are out of service due to the storm. (PR Newswire)
CityTeam Disaster Response Urgently Helping after Hurricane Gustav in the Gulf Coast Sep 3, 2008
CityTeam is unique in its long-term approach to disasters and few agencies have stayed for three years after Hurricane Katrina. Large disasters do take years to rebuild communities. (PR Newswire)
Preparing For Emergencies Sep 3, 2008
While we tend to equate the word emergency with disasters such as floods, severe snowstorms, tornadoes, etc. other seemingly simple events can be just as life threatening to those who are frail, elderly, and/or incapacitated. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Six Ways to Donate to Hurricane Victims Sep 3, 2008
"If you go to you can receive up-to-date information (on specific disasters requiring assistance) and search to donate or volunteer together at the same time.". The site lists charities that are accepting donations for Gustav relief and link to direct volunteer opportunities. (Fox News)
LOCAL HURRICANE GUSTAV SHELTERS Sep 3, 2008
You can help the victims of the Hurricane Season 2008 and thousands of other disasters across the country each year by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, which enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to those in need ... 2 million volunteers and 30,000 employees, the Red Cross annually mobilizes relief to families affected by more than 67,000 disasters, trains almost 12 million people in lifesaving skills and exchanges... (WSJA.com, AL)
Thunder Basin Coal mine rescue team wins competition Sep 3, 2008
Each year, the teams are put before a different scenario where disasters occur naturally or by accident. This year, the rescuers faced the threat of terrorism when an improvised explosive device was triggered by a van delivering crew members to a locomotive. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Satellite phones make cowboys wildfire spotters Sep 3, 2008
Feds arm herdsmen as first line of defense against potential disasters. Idaho Rancher Paul Nettleton takes his Iridium Satellite phone from its protective case near his ranch in Silver City, Idaho. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Bush: Independence, character changed history Sep 3, 2008
Your Government Failed You: Breaking the Cycle of National Security Disasters (Hardcover) by ((Richard A. Clarke** (Author). Study: False statements preceded war By DOUGLASS K. DANIEL, Associated Press Writer 19 minutes ago WASHINGTON - A study by two nonprofit journalism organizations found that President Bush and top administration officials issued hundreds of false statements about the national security threat from Iraq in the two years following the 2001 terrorist attacks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
CERT class prepares volunteers for unexpected Sep 3, 2008
No two disasters are the same, which means responding to those disasters and emergencies varies, according to Austin County Emergency Service Coordinator Rod Rethwisch. I ve learned the same thing never happens twice, he said. (Sealy News, TX)
Inept response to floods outrages India Sep 3, 2008
"Preparedness cannot be a knee-jerk reaction and currently preparing against disasters is not on the radar of the government." ... "We don't have time now, we better get our act together now and prepare to face disasters tomorrow." (Editing by Simon Denyer). (AlertNet)
Mormon church warehouse aids evacuees Sep 3, 2008
Faith-based groups have long been key players in Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters, which coordinates relief efforts ... The warehouse uses mostly volunteers to help coordinate the more than 300 products that are on hand for disasters everything from canned food prepared in bulk by the church to light bulbs to cleaning kits of bleach, brushes and gloves. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
LETTERS: NCT, Sept. 2, 2008 Sep 3, 2008
Gen. Craig Campbell, adjutant general of the Alaska National Guard, considers Palin "extremely responsive and smart" and says she is in charge when it comes to in-state services, such as emergencies and natural disasters where the National Guard is the first responder. But, in an interview with The Associated Press on Sunday, he said he and Palin play no role in national defense activities, even when they involve the Alaska National Guard. (North County Times)
State of emergency Sep 3, 2008
Ottawa's top emergency planner says federal government foot-dragging is stopping the city from working out an action plan for potential disasters involving federal buildings, including Parliament Hill and National Defence headquarters ... City emergency planners want to get to the nuts and bolts of how first-line responders should co-ordinate with federal agencies on potential disasters ... The report, which surveyed 92 municipalities on their status of emergency planning, delivers a stinging... (Canoe.ca)
Rebate fees for flood victims Sep 3, 2008
"Those permits wouldn't have been taken out if we had not had those disasters," said Supervisor Frank Magsamen, a retired Waterloo fire chief and former county emergency management director. All five county board members said they supported 100 percent rebates, provided the owner shows proof of flood damage. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Web Site Offers Hurricane Housing Help Sep 3, 2008
org is being maintained online permanently to enable "Americans to help other Americans whenever and wherever disasters forcing people from their homes occur.". HurricaneHousingSearch. (Realtor Magazine Online)
UN Given Roadmap to Meet Climate Challenge Sep 3, 2008
NEW YORK, New York, February 27, 2007 (ENS) - In order to avoid climate change becoming "a catastrophe," the world must ramp up efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and prepare to deal with more weather-related disasters and to help climate change refugees, an international panel of experts told the United Nations today. The panel's 166-page report outlines a strategy for preventing unmanageable climate changes and adapting to unavoidable ones, urging the international community to commit to... (Yahoo News -- United Nations)
Bureaucratic bafflegab hobbles disaster readiness, report says Sep 3, 2008
Canada's efforts to respond to large-scale disasters are being hobbled by "bureaucratese" and a lack of communication, according to a new report released Tuesday morning by the Senate Committee on Security and National Defence ... An emergency preparedness report issued on Tuesday says little has been learned in co-ordination from past disasters, such as the 1998 ice storm that struck a broad swath of Ontario and Quebec, and required help from the Canadian Forces to clear up ... " The Senate... (Globe and Mail -- National)
Ottawa to compensate soldiers who took part in atomic tests Sep 3, 2008
Challenges like national disasters, socio-economic disparities, narcotics trafficking, urban violence and organized crime ... A secondary issue will be the use of armed and security forces to help with natural disasters and during such major events as the Olympics. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Corporate environmental risk Sep 3, 2008
CRC is not in itself the solution to eliminate all industrial accidents, disasters or routine emissions that could affect the health and safety of the potentially affected stakeholders but it certainly contributes to reducing their occurrences and in minimizing their consequences. MIGUEL FREDES Jakarta. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Aids epidemic a 'global disaster' Sep 3, 2008
The IFRC's annual report on world disasters usually focuses on specific natural disasters such as earthquakes ... This year, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is departing from tradition with its world disasters report, to focus on what it says is one of the most long term and complex problems facing the world: the HIV/Aids epidemic. (Yahoo News -- AIDS-HIV)
Firefighting Plane Crash Kills 3 In Nev. Sep 3, 2008
Review the worst air disasters in the past four decades, see how safety officials investigate plane crashes and more. (AP) An air tanker that had been used to drop retardant on one wildfire in the Sierra Nevada crashed after taking off for a flight to a second blaze, killing all three crew members. (CBS News -- US)
FEMA learns lesson Sep 3, 2008
And FEMA appears to be on track in implementing strategies to deal with natural disasters. Let's hope so, because the southeast Atlantic Coast may need its services in a few days. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Thinking out loud: Venting might not be helpful Sep 3, 2008
Terrorist attacks, floods, fires and other disasters aside, sometimes it can be better to just zip your lip when it comes to personal problems too. Among girls ages 8 to 14, for example, those who dwell on personal concerns with friends such as whether Jason likes them or why they weren t invited to Taylor s party are likely to be anxious and depressed, according to a study in the July 15, 2007, issue of the journal Developmental Psychology. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Dominican Republic issues green00004000 alert for Cyclone Hanna Sep 3, 2008
The COE did not rule out the possibility of floods and landslides, saying such natural disasters caused by deforestation will pose a major threat to the Dominican and Haitian people. The Dominican Republic was affected by Storm Fay in August and last week Hurricane Gustav ravaged Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica and Cuba, killing 89 people. (Xinhuanet, China)
