EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ARCHIVES

Advice for Surviving a Disaster: Be Selfish and Small-Minded

As digital threats against local governments and private entities grow more sophisticated, the need for action becomes urgent. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and at the local level, it forms the bedrock of the collective digital safety and security for all. Every citizen, agency, and organization must play a part

A Look Behind Security Management at Two Iconic Holiday Celebrations

The modern world increasingly relies on rapidly advancing digital technology, and cybercriminals progressively focus on ways to exploit technologyā€™s vulnerabilities. Although higher levels of government and businesses may possess the tools necessary to protect against cyberattacks, local governments often do not.

Advisory Board Spotlight: Interview with Robert DesRosier Sr.

Ā  Robert DesRosier Sr., former director of Blackfeet Tribal Emergency Management and Homeland Security, discussed his journey into emergency management with Domestic Preparedness Journal editor Catherine Feinman. Beginning with his career as a first responder and his role in the Blackfeet Nation, he highlighted the importance of domestic preparedness and

Advisory Board Spotlight: Keeping It Real With Lynda Zambrano

Lynda Zambrano is on the advisory board for theĀ Domestic Preparedness Journal. Lynda is the executive director of the Northwest Tribal Emergency Management Council and the National Tribal Emergency Management Council, and has been inducted into the International Association of Women in Emergency Managementā€™s Hall of Fame. She sat down with

Growing Foreign Threats to National Security, Part 1: Challenges and Considerations

As digital threats against local governments and private entities grow more sophisticated, the need for action becomes urgent. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and at the local level, it forms the bedrock of the collective digital safety and security for all. Every citizen, agency, and organization must play a part

The Ethics of Data in Disaster Management and Crisis Operations

As digital threats against local governments and private entities grow more sophisticated, the need for action becomes urgent. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and at the local level, it forms the bedrock of the collective digital safety and security for all. Every citizen, agency, and organization must play a part

Advisory Board Spotlight: Interview with Ray Barishansky, DrPH

As digital threats against local governments and private entities grow more sophisticated, the need for action becomes urgent. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and at the local level, it forms the bedrock of the collective digital safety and security for all. Every citizen, agency, and organization must play a part

National Laboratory Partnerships: Linking Operations and Research

The September 11 terrorist attacks in 2001 spurred a pivotal change in the way the U.S. approaches preparedness for threats to the homeland. In recognition of National Preparedness Month, the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory showcases how national laboratories address homeland security threats by developing the technology and other resources first

Responder Fatigue ā€“ A Growing Concern

Emergencies require immediate action by people trained to extinguish fires, treat injuries, protect the public, and perform other life and safety tasks. Responders who repeatedly encounter high-stress scenarios may face additional life and safety concerns in the form of fatigue. Learn about three types of fatigue and how to combat

Crisis Communications ā€“ Reaching Teens and Young Adults

Generation Z and millennials encompass almost half of the worldā€™s population, and their communication style, preferences, and ideals differ from those of their older counterparts. Crisis communication plans must account for these differences to reach that demographic. Navigating these variations helps ensure that alerting organizationsā€™ efforts are well-received and effective.

AI and 911 Call Systems: A New Ally or a Hidden Risk?

From natural disasters to sophisticated cyberthreats, the risks to public safety are evolving fast. As unexpected events can strike at any moment, the systems designed to protect people ā€“ 911 call centers ā€“ face unprecedented challenges. Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the landscape by increasing efficiencies and risks. Learn about

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