In seeking to encourage the next generation of first-responder communications technologies, Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) has announced the funding via grant of 33 R&D projects. As part of the Public Safety Innovation Acceleration Program, [...]

In the wake of a natural disaster, communication is critical. To ensure that communication is possible for first responders, Associate Professor of Networks and Security at Birmingham City University Ron Austin is working to develop [...]

This June 24th is the annual American Radio Relay League Field Day, in which ham radio operators will be taking part in a competition to help demonstrate their importance in disaster and emergency preparedness, according [...]

In high-rises, occupants have often been given the advice to stay put in the event of a fire. For the Grenfell Tower, those who ignored this advice seemed to fare best, according to an Associate [...]

Working to find a way in which medical assistance can be provided rapidly in the wake of a natural disaster, Dr. Italo Subbarao, associate dean and disaster medicine specialist at the William Carey University College [...]

The social media site is partnering with UNICEF, The International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and The World Food Program to start, with more to be added at a later date, [...]