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Jim McKay

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Jim McKay is the editor of Emergency Management. He lives in Orangevale, Calif., with his daughter, Ellie, and son, Ronan. He relaxes by fly fishing on the Truckee River for big, wild trout. Jim can be reached at jmckay@emergencymgmt.com.

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Preparedness and Communications
Students Look Into the Future of AI in Disaster Response
Students from upstate New York gathered this month at the University of Albany’s College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity to share visions of artificial intelligence in emergency response.
April 26, 2024
 · Jim McKay
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Preparedness and Communications
Albert Lea, Minn., Fire Rescue Addresses Chronic 911 Callers
Like many cities, Albert Lea, Minn., is suffering from a shortage of EMTs and has embarked on a pilot with the Mayo Clinic and a nonprofit to provide resources to help people who repeatedly call 911.
April 26, 2024
 · Jim McKay
A group of high school students walking into school a building.
Preparedness and Communications
Can a Multi-Tiered System of Supports Quell School Violence?
The Multi-Tiered System of Supports is a layered approach to intervention and, when used along with other tools, can help uncover the behaviors that lead to violence and, perhaps, change them.
April 23, 2024
 · Jim McKay
A police car on a road coming towards the camera with a fire truck behind it. Both have their emergency lights illuminated.
Justice and Public Safety
Cloud-Based Solution Clears Roadways for First Responders
The Next-Gen Emergency Vehicle Preemption technology provides first responders the ability to alter traffic lights on a complete route to an event, not just one light at a time.
April 17, 2024
 · Jim McKay
Two firefighters silhouetted against large blaze.
Public Safety
Firefighter Numbers Continue to Shrink as Calls Increase
Firefighter staffing shortages come in contrast to the increased amount of work on their plates. Calls now range from wildland fires to motor vehicle accidents to medical problems that would never have prompted a call years ago.
April 11, 2024
 · Jim McKay
The Minnesota River overflowed its banks on Sept. 24, 2010
Preparedness and Communications
USGS Makes 700 Cameras Available to Emergency Managers
The United States Geological Survey has a burgeoning camera system that monitors mostly river systems that emergency managers can use to visualize and gather data on flooding threats.
April 05, 2024
 · Jim McKay
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Preparedness and Communications
Medical Personnel: Emergency Room Violence Is Getting Worse
“It’s the one place that I can think of in the country that you can walk into and just punch a worker in the face and the response is something like, ‘Okay, we’re sorry that something upset you, do you want a sandwich?’”
April 05, 2024
 · Jim McKay
firefighter and police officer facing away from the camera at the scene of an incident
Recovery
App Helps First Responders Be Proactive About Mental Health
The Alli Connect platform uses machine learning technology to help first responders connect with mental health professionals before their problems become severe and prioritizes user privacy.
March 28, 2024
 · Jim McKay
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Public Safety
Hybrid Telehealth Tech Allows Docs to Follow EMTs in the Field
The tech allows physicians to virtually watch and listen over an EMT’s shoulder as they administer treatment to a sick patient. It’s like having a second set of eyes on challenging, complex situations.
March 21, 2024
 · Jim McKay
Wildfire smoke in San Jose, Calif.
Preparedness and Communications
Wearable Tech Measures the Effect of Smoke on Firefighters
The study at Texas A&M University is looking at the effects of smoke on the hearts of wildland firefighters using an Apple Watch and an air quality sensor worn by the firefighters.
March 21, 2024
 · Jim McKay
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