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5 Steps to Disaster Preparedness for Your Business

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Inclement weather response demands attention

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Events such as the devastating incident in Maui serve as grim reminders of the ongoing challenges that persist in disaster preparedness and response. This also contributes to the highly passive (versus proactive) approach displayed in many recent wildfire disasters. seems to be falling behind.

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The American Red Cross on Disaster Preparedness: Q&A

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Enhancing inclusive emergency communication: Addressing access and functional needs communities amid disasters

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Challenges in emergency communication Traditional methods of emergency communication, such as sirens, text alerts, or televised broadcasts, often don’t adequately meet the needs of access and functional communities. However, this task is not without its challenges.

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Unprecedented Wildfires Devastate Canada, Leave Eastern U.S. Blanketed in Smoke

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states are under air quality alerts, impacting over 55 million people. In terms of immediate action, experts recommend staying indoors, wearing a mask if going outside and keeping windows and doors closed until the air quality alerts are lifted. To put it simply, the Northeastern region of the U.S. According to Politico , 13 U.S.

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Prepare Your Organization for a Hurricane

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In the lead-up to a hurricane, encouraging citizens to sign up for automated community messages can lead to more effective alerting. Additionally, SLG entities should ensure access to FEMA’S Integrated Public Alert & Warning System ( IPAWS ). Failure to do so can leave healthcare staff unable to provide adequate care.

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Hazardous Conditions: Mitigation Planning and Pandemics

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The CDPH also works with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services to plan how to communicate pandemic risks to local government and residents, such as sending out alerts or helping to put together county or municipal response plans. You can check the status of your state or local hazard mitigation plan here.

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