The COVID-19 pandemic served as an important reminder to re-focus on the critical work of emergency preparedness. In response, health systems have been working very hard to build robust preparedness ...

When tornado sirens become frequent and sudden storms appear out of thin air, it becomes apparent there is a need for a disaster preparedness plan for farmers and large animal owners alike. What ...

Natural disasters are often unexpected and can cause considerable damage to properties. Recent wildfires have highlighted the importance of disaster preparedness both personally and professionally.

In emergency management, that first punch can take many forms: a storm track that suddenly shifts, a cyberattack that cascades through systems we assumed were isolated, or a partner agency that ...

Rescue personnel navigate flooded streets in the family housing section of Naval Support Activity Mid-South on May 1, 2010, during major flooding after heavy rains breeched nearby protective levees.

They're required to maintain comprehensive plans, but one expert says there are "serious concerns" about emergency response.

Just one-third of Americans have a disaster preparedness plan that includes their pet, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 dog or cat owners revealed half of Americans (52%) believe natural ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Maui’s kūpuna were among the most hard hit during the 2023 wildfires, with more than two-thirds of the 102 people killed in Lāhainā being over 60 years old. The fire brought forward ...

Purdue University requires a Building Emergency Plan (BEP) to be completed and updated as needed for on-campus buildings occupied by ten or more people. The plans provide building-specific safety ...

During the question-and-answer session at the National Assembly yesterday, the Minister of Home Affairs outlined the government’s comprehensive plans to reduce disaster risks and enhance emergency ...

AUSTIN, Texas — With just a few days to go until the start of a special legislative session at the Texas Capitol in Austin, state lawmakers are beginning to lay out their plans to improve disaster ...