Recovery Diva

OCTOBER 13, 2021

This textbook provides a multitude of case studies each written by academics who are actively teaching and/or have developed curriculum in the fields of crisis, disaster, and/or emergency management with a specific focus on vulnerable populations that are the weakest links in the hazard-risk chain.

Crisis Management 186

Crisis Management Accreditation Vulnerability Disaster Preparedness 186

Emergency Planning

MAY 30, 2019

UNDRR has a recurrent initiative for assessing the state of disaster preparedness around the world, and this results in a document, the Global Assessment Report (GAR), which is issued biennially to coincide with the UN's Global Platform on DRR. International Journal for Disaster Risk Reduction 10(B): 403-502. GNCSODR 2015.

Risk Reduction 130

Risk Reduction Natural Hazard All-Hazards Hazard 130

Risk Management Monitor

JUNE 9, 2023

During the first week of June, New York had the worst air quality on Earth, and the air quality reached hazardous levels in Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. While it has begun to clear in the Northeast, the fires are ongoing and the air quality may continue to change in the days and weeks to come.

Disaster Preparedness 40

Disaster Preparedness All-Hazards Sports Alert 40

everbridge

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Hurricane preparedness considerations for hospitals include the same requirements as corporate and government entities. Update all software, and ensure data and intelligence on evacuation routes, storm shelters, flood hazards, and utilities providers is current.

Hospitality 59

Hospitality Crisis Management Emergency Response Emergency Response 59

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

JANUARY 19, 2022

In my role leading the National Center for Disaster Preparedness at Columbia University’s Climate School, as well as through other positions, I have dedicated my career to fostering the impact of disaster research in the fields of policy and practice. Testimony Submitted January 16, 2022. By: Jeff Schlegelmilch, MPH, MBA.

Pandemic 52

Pandemic Disaster Preparedness All-Hazards Government 52

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

MAY 13, 2020

Despite being deemed essential workers, many are not provided with personal protective equipment (PPE), hazard pay , or in many cases union protections. The post Racial Disparities and COVID-19 appeared first on National Center for Disaster Preparedness | NCDP. Community-Based Organization-Columbia University.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare All-Hazards Disaster Preparedness Vulnerability 52

Fusion Risk Management

AUGUST 7, 2023

With this in mind, it’s becoming increasingly important that organizations look at climate change and natural disaster preparedness not just from an ESG (environmental, social, and governance) perspective but also from an operational resiliency one.

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Hazard Business Services Disaster Preparedness 52

Disaster Recovery

AUGUST 6, 2019

A wildfire in such a place could do more harm than if it occurred in a drier region as residents in Issaquah aren’t used to dealing with these hazards. Moreover, the relatively infrequent fires mean that local residents and establishments lack adequate disaster preparedness. Conclusion.

All-Hazards 40

All-Hazards Hazard Disaster Preparedness Disaster Recovery 40

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

MAY 20, 2020

At least 30 million American families live in units with serious safety hazards, such as gas leaks, structural damage, mold, pests, and lead paint, which have been linked to serious health concerns like asthma, developmental issues, and injuries, especially among children.

All-Hazards 52

All-Hazards Hazard Pandemic Disaster Preparedness 52

Erwood Group

JULY 7, 2022

It is disaster preparedness for business. Now that we know that business continuity in its simplest form, is disaster preparedness for business; we need to discuss more how as a business we properly prepare for disasters and disruptions. Location of any hazards or hazardous materials on site.

Business Continuity 52

Business Continuity Impact Analysis Continuity Planning Communications 52

Risk Management Monitor

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

They may be contaminated by agricultural or industrial chemicals, or hazardous agents. Never drive across flowing water; a few inches of water may cause you to lose control of your vehicle and as little as a foot of flowing water will carry away a small car. Similarly, avoid wading in floodwaters.

All-Hazards 40

All-Hazards Hazard Insurance Insurance 40

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

AUGUST 22, 2022

Depending on the type of declaration, this could potentially unlock Disaster Relief Fund dollars (currently at $25 billion – well below BBBA’s $555 billion for climate) expensed through grant programs under Public Assistance, Individual Assistance, and the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.

Authorization 52

Authorization Disaster Preparedness Disaster Management Pandemic 52