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Rota Power Cuts and an Old Incident Revisited – Auckland Power Outage, 1998

Plan B Consulting

The thought of a power cut in a city reminds me of the outage in Auckland in 1998, which made a big impression on the emergency planning community. This was because it was completely different to what risks we had originally planned for.

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Rota Power Cuts and an Old Incident Revisited – Auckland Power Outage, 1998

Plan B Consulting

The thought of a power cut in a city reminds me of the outage in Auckland in 1998, which made a big impression on the emergency planning community. This was because it was completely different to what risks we had originally planned for.

Outage 52
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Yes, tsunamis can happen in coastal BC. How is your business preparing?

CCEM Strategies

Here’s what you need to know when preparing your emergency plan. But remember not to rely only on these sources, as a power outage could occur at any time. Make sure you have a battery-operated radio in your emergency kit and also listen for outdoor sirens and door-to-door contact for the notification.

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Rota Power Cuts and an Old Incident Revisited – Auckland Power Outage, 1998

Plan B Consulting

The thought of a power cut in a city reminds me of the outage in Auckland in 1998, which made a big impression on the emergency planning community. This was because it was completely different to what risks we had originally planned for.

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How to prepare your business to deal with an emergency this summer

CCEM Strategies

From storms triggering electrical outages to droughts and heat domes that can contribute to wildfires (which in turn can cause poor air quality), all these hazards have the potential to cause detrimental impacts to your organization. So, it’s important your emergency and continuity management program addresses summer hazards.

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PREPARING COASTAL BUSINESSES FOR THE BIG 3 — #1 TSUNAMI’S

CCEM Strategies

Here’s what you need to know when preparing your emergency plan: 1. But remember not to rely heavily on these sources as a power outage may occur at any time. Emergency Supply Kit When evacuating, carry a backpack-style emergency kit which at the minimum includes the essentials — water, flashlight and first aid kit.

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September is National Preparedness Month: Is Your Community Ready to Respond to a Severe Weather Event or Emergency?

National Fire Protection Association

Recent heavy rainfall in Rhode Island, Georgia, and Indiana caused deadly flash floods and thousands of power outages. According to the National Hurricane Center, four systems are currently forming in the Atlantic: Hurricane Earl, expected to impact Bermuda in the coming days, Hurricane Danielle, and two tropical waves.

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