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CISA has issued a cybersecurity emergency directive that instructs federal agencies to identify and mitigate Cisco firewall vulnerabilities, most likely to be targeted by the ArcaneDoor threat actor. -
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry credited investments in coastal protection and levee infrastructure for how well the bayou weathered Hurricane Francine and hopes it will translate to lower flood insurance premiums.
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Pacific Gas and Electric used low-flying helicopters equipped with hi-res imagery technology and light detection sensors to build 3D models that will show where fire risk may be highest. The data will also inform AI risk models.
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The 100 Teens-to-Lifesavers Challenge comes as part of a larger four-year firefighter recruitment campaign funded by a $2.2 million FEMA grant that kicked off in 2022 and will run through 2025.
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Nationwide, insurance companies have been drastically raising premiums or pulling out of areas due to fire risk. The issue seems to have recently hit home for Santa Feans, many of whom have been facing policy non-renewals.
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"They're a very important partner for the Weather Service because our Weather Service mission is to protect lives and property from hazardous weather and water events … they're all about being prepared and protecting their local residents.”
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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.
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Through BRIC, FEMA invests in myriad mitigation activities to benefit disadvantaged communities, focusing on nature-based solutions, climate resilience and adaptation, and adopting hazard-resistant building codes.
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The drill gives residents the opportunity to make a tornado plan and test it, which is key to preparedness. Tornadoes provide an average lead time of 10 to 15 minutes, requiring quick action.
