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Book Review: Case Studies in Disaster Recovery

Recovery Diva

This new book is the first released book (volume) of the four-volume series of Disaster and Emergency Management Case Studies in Adaptation and Innovation with three books forthcoming, each representing one of the four phases of disaster management (mitigation/prevention, preparedness, response, recovery).

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Book Review: Justice, Equity, and Emergency Management

Recovery Diva

In Chapter 5, “Federal Indian Policy and the Fulfillment of the Trust Responsibility for Disaster Management in Indian Country,” Samantha J. In the concluding Chapter 9, “ The Role of Emerging Technologies and Social Justice in Emergency Management Practice: The Good, the Bad, and the Future,” authors.

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Inclement weather response demands attention

everbridge

By  Brian Toolan , Everbridge VP Global Public Safety Despite technological advances, proactive steps remain to strengthen resilience and keep people safe Advances in inclement weather and communications technology are everywhere. Yet, the impact of inclement weather on communities across the United States seems to be escalating.

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The Everbridge Contribution to Research on Societal Resilience

everbridge

How can their resilience be leveraged, integrated in the safety and mitigation efforts of public and private organizations? By participating in the Disaster Resilient Societies Cluster, Everbridge actively contributes to Project-ENGAGE, in collaboration with a consortium of 14 partners. HUMANITARIAN SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE.

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Unlocking Climate Change Resilience Through Critical Event Management and Public Warning

everbridge

As leaders begin making plans for the future, it is imperative to not only focus on hitting targets such as reduced emissions, curtailed deforestation, and investment in renewables, but also proactively mitigate disasters on the path toward a greener world. So, how can public and private sectors cultivate climate change resilience?

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Common Misconceptions about Disaster

Emergency Planning

Myth 45: Emergency responders will not know what to do during a disaster or crisis. Reality: It is to be hoped that training and experience have turned emergency responders and disaster managers into highly capable professionals. Myth 46: Disasters always happen to someone else. Men are better.

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BCP vs. DR Plans: What Are the Key Differences?

Zerto

Processes, steps, and guidelines in a business continuity plan answer one question: “How businesses can continue offering acceptable service levels when disaster strikes.” Although business continuity and disaster recovery strategies differ in several areas, they have similar goals, objectives, and intended outcomes.

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