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Providers in St. Louis were awarded the money through the Missouri Department of Health’s Crisis Counseling Program, which has for decades been funded by FEMA to help build hope and resiliency in disaster survivors. -
When Typhoon Halong devastated Western Alaska last month, the hardest-hit communities were accessible only by air or water. That complicated response efforts and makes rebuilding a challenge.
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A check with emergency management directors in the region reveals that no countywide systems exist. In fact, none have ever existed. -
Firefighters need more training than ever before, and it's difficult to find volunteers who have the time for it.
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Sixteen municipalities have crafted plans to make their communities less vulnerable to the kind of devastation left behind by Hurricane Irene, Tropical Storm Lee and superstorm Sandy in 2011 and 2012.
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FEMA offers guidelines for tribes seeking disaster relief.
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Stephanie Murphy heads emergency preparedness at the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority — alone.
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The firefighters learned about new metals such as boron steel, high strength steel and aluminum; where to cut on vehicles; and airbag and restraint systems.
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'Their job is vital to our success and to our community response. They are known as the unsung heroes of first responders.'
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Primary among the concerns is a feeling of confusion among residents and small business owners about reimbursement and buyouts from FEMA.
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The city discontinued the use of its outdoor emergency siren system to warn residents about approaching tornadoes.
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Montana has a planning committee, which will meet next fall, to hammer out details.
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The $861,000 computer-aided dispatch software from Tyler Technologies will allow dispatchers to provide responders with a live interface.
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The unexpected crisis prompted officials to put emergency plans and other safety measures in place that have kept the tunnels in use and avoided other disasters.
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The system is set to become insolvent within 10 years unless lawmakers agree to major changes.
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Their efforts were recognized Wednesday at a gathering of law enforcement officials and local leaders to commemorate National Public Safety Telecommunications Week.
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'It was so scary. I just worried. I was worried for the flood, and the worry didn’t go away.'
