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The Unthinkable - Lessons from Survivors
In this PrepTalk, Amanda Ripley combines the inspiring stories of disaster survivors with research into how the brain works when confronted with unusual events. Ripley provides advice on steps to take now to help individuals be more decisive in emergencies. Ripley is a journalist, author and senior fellow at the Emerson Collective.
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In the Know...
Working to Equip Rural Subsistence Farmers
We Can Africa™ is working to develop an innovative and cost effective way for families to access and use large amounts of rainwater by harvesting the water in giant irrigation ponds. Team member Will Rainey, 21-year old son of DR GUIDE publishers Kathy & Tommy Rainey, is building a pump that will literally "unlock" up to 200,000 liters of water for irrigating crops during the dry season and frequent droughts. The water delivered by Will's pump will help guarantee a family's food security and dramatically increase their income by enabling them to farm year-round. During his time in Kenya, William will be teaching families to build their own pumps with locally sourced materials. To know more about Will's water harvesting work and...
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The New York Times proposes a publicly available ranking of companies’ cybersecurity standards similar to the grading system used by restaurant regulators.
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First responders and animal control officers train to rescue pets from floodwaters.
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New technologies offer increased accuracy when projecting extreme weather events.
Read MoreFirst Nations and First Responders
The Canadian Federal, Provincial and Tsilhqot’in National governments sign a historic agreement to give the B.C. First Nation control over emergency management planning in its community.
Read MoreExercising Your Plans
When planning a business continuity exercise, the scenario should be the last topic of discussion, rather than the first.
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Washington D.C. and the surrounding states test the issuing of emergency alerts to cellphones.
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Continuity Insights Management Conference
The conference program is set for the 2018 Continuity Insights Management Conference, April 23-25 at the Hilton Miami Downtown, Miami. Don't miss this conference full of insight, inspiration and actionable ideas.
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DRJ Presents It's 59th Conference September 23rd-26th, 2018, JW Marriott Desert Ridge, Phoenix
DRJ returns to Phoenix, Arizona, for the 59th conference. This is your exclusive opportunity to spend three days with top industry experts. Gain the skills and knowledge you need to feel confident your organization is resilient and prepared for risk. The conference will give you ample opportunities to learn, network, relax and to connect with your peers. The theme of “Reimagining Business Resiliency” ensures you’re equipped for today’s disruptions and tomorrow’s emerging threats.
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Resource established by B. Wayne Blanchard, Ph.D. in 2017, with the objective of the site to be the most complete and authoritative source in one place on the deadliest American/U.S. disasters and other large-loss-of-life events (10 or more lives lost). New material is added, and existing material updated regularly.
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