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Last Updated: May 17, 2009 - 12:42:55 PM
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It's Hoosier Winter Storm Preparedness Week
For many, a winter storm summons thoughts of time off from school or work to spend a cozy day at home reading a book or watching television, drinking hot chocolate or making a snowman. But if you're not prepared, a winter storm could replace idyllic plans with a life- threatening disaster. State and federal officials remind Hoosiers during this week of Winter Storm Preparedness to finalize their plans to meet the challenges of a potential winter storm emergency.
Nov 19, 2008 - 7:24:44 PM

Environmental News | Science News
Don't be Left Out! Two Weeks to ShakeOut--Thousands Join Each Day, You Can Too
At 10 a.m. on November 13, millions of southern Californians will drop to the ground, take cover under a table or desk, and hold on. An earthquake prediction? No. But it is certain that the Great Southern California ShakeOut is on track to being the largest earthquake drill in United States history.
Nov 10, 2008 - 10:13:57 AM

FEMA Announcements
Preparedness Guide 101:FEMA Announces Interim Release
The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced the release of the interim Comprehensive Preparedness Guide 101: Producing Emergency Plans: A Guide for All-Hazard Operations Planning for State, Territorial, Local, and Tribal Governments.
Aug 6, 2008 - 10:34:07 AM

FEMA Announcements
FEMA Encourages Personal Preparedness This Storm Season
While the federal government takes steps to prepare for this hurricane season, we encourage individuals to do the same. Personal preparedness can reduce the risk of storm dangers during and immediately after a storm.
Jul 8, 2008 - 10:37:00 AM

Emergency Preparedness
Seattle Earthquake Conference Tackles Tsunamis
Hundreds of geoscientists, engineers, insurance regulators, building officials, emergency managers and earthquake professionals will converge in Seattle to take part in the National Earthquake Conference, 22-26 April 2008, at The Westin Hotel. The conference includes presentations from world-class tsunami experts, and according to Cascadia Region Earthquake Workgroup (CREW) Executive Director Bob Freitag, you don't have to be an expert-or even attend the conference-to participate.
Mar 14, 2008 - 7:01:29 AM

Insurance Related Press Releases
Home Evacuation Plan: When Is the Time for You and Your Family to Prepare a Home Evacuation Plan? Now!
There is no time like the present when it comes to sitting down with your family and preparing for the day when you may be forced to evacuate your home, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.).

Feb 26, 2008 - 7:12:55 AM

FEMA Announcements
FEMA Funds First Hazard Mitigation Project In Orleans Parish

NEW ORLEANS, La. -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently approved funding to reconstruct six severe repetitive loss properties in Orleans Parish. The approved project is significant because it is the first project in Orleans Parish being funded through FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Grants Program (HMGP).


Nov 26, 2007 - 10:54:08 AM

Announcements
Help for Victims of California Wildfires
In response to the California wildfires, the Contractors State License Board and the Department of Insurance have established special consumer assistance hotlines.
Nov 1, 2007 - 8:25:32 PM

Announcements
California Wildfires: HUD to Offer Foreclosure Relief For Families Displaced By Southern California Wildfires
Those who are forced from their homes by these devastating fires need to know that help is available," said Jackson. "As families put their lives back together, HUD stands ready to assist local recovery efforts in any way we can.
Oct 24, 2007 - 7:38:20 PM

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Governor Schwarzenegger Orders California National Guard to Southern California Fires

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today directed the California National Guard (CNG) to make 1500 guardsmen available to support the firefighting efforts in Southern California. The 1500 guardsmen, including 200 troops currently patrolling the California/Mexico border, will be deployed at the direction of the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (OES) to areas where they can have the greatest impact.


Oct 22, 2007 - 6:19:43 PM

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CDC Video: The History of Bioterrorism
These videos describe the Category A diseases: smallpox, anthrax, botulism, plague, tularemia, and viral hemorrhagic fevers. If these germs were used to intentionally infect people, they would cause the most illness and death. Watch these videos to learn how some of these agents have been or can be used as bioterrorist weapons.
Oct 21, 2007 - 10:20:42 AM

Emergency Preparedness
CDC Emergency Preparedness Tips
The possibility of public health emergencies arising in the United States concerns many people in the wake of recent hurricanes, tsunamis, acts of terrorism, and the threat of pandemic influenza. Though some people feel it is impossible to be prepared for unexpected events, the truth is that taking preparedness actions helps people deal with disasters of all sorts much more effectively when they do occur.
Oct 21, 2007 - 10:05:05 AM

Emergency Preparedness
Increase in College Dorm Fires Prompts Officials to Issue Warning
WASHINGTON, D.C. - As students go off to college and leave the comforts of home, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning about the dangers of fires in college housing such as dormitories, fraternities, sororities and barracks
Aug 23, 2007 - 8:02:51 PM

Emergency Preparedness
Student Recruitment for Command and General Staff Functions for Local IMTs
The purpose of this course is to present training to a designated team of fire, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Department of Public Works, Public Health and/or law enforcement personnel from a larger and generally more populated area, typically with a single jurisdiction (city, county or region).
Aug 19, 2007 - 1:03:43 PM

Emergency Preparedness
Your Pets Depend on You! Plan Now to Keep Them Safe in a Disaster Later
NEW YORK, August 13, 2007 — All too often when disaster strikes pets are left to fend for themselves and end up lost, injured or killed. Making your pets a part of your family disaster preparedness plan is an essential step toward ensuring their safety, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.).
Aug 13, 2007 - 1:17:40 PM

Emergency Preparedness
Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner Urges Sacramento Residents to Prepare for Possible Disaster
Home Inventory and Insurance Policy Updates Should be Done Today Before Calamity Strikes Tomorrow; Consumers Can Contact Dept. of Insurance for Free Inventory Guide
Jul 23, 2007 - 11:31:58 AM

Emergency Preparedness
Earthquake Preparedness Handbook : Now Available in Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) announced today the release of two new publications, both titled, "Protecting Your Family from Earthquakes" The Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety." One is written in Spanish, with an accompanying English translation, and the other is translated into Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean, also with an accompanying English translation.
Feb 1, 2007 - 5:06:20 PM

Emergency Preparedness
Connecticut Announces Statewide Effort to Collect Supplies for School Nurses Offices in Louisiana
On the eve of the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Governor M. Jodi Rell today is calling on Connecticut residents, businesses and schools to join her in undertaking another statewide relief effort to aid the people of the Gulf States region who are still coping with the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
Aug 29, 2006 - 6:24:00 AM

Emergency Preparedness
Are You Ready? Financial Readiness Before a Disaster Strikes
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation's consumer protection agency, says that when it comes to preparing for situations like weather emergencies, financial readiness is as important as a flashlight with fully charged batteries. Leaving your home can be stressful, but knowing that your financial documents are up-to-date, in one place, and portable can make a big difference at a tense time.
Jun 29, 2006 - 3:32:00 PM

Emergency Preparedness
Fire Captain Delivers Own Baby
 Chico �Fire Captain Dan Reese �responded� early Monday morning to what is normally a routine emergency call for firefighters but in this case, the patient was his wife, Jade, who was in labor with the couple�s second child .
Jun 28, 2006 - 8:10:00 AM

Emergency Preparedness
. Governor Schwarzenegger Proposes Record Investment to Strengthen California�s Public Health Response
Helping to ensure the state's health care system meets the widespread medical needs of all Californians when any man-made or natural disaster strikes, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today highlighted his record budget proposal to enhance California's emergency preparedness.

Jun 23, 2006 - 4:44:00 PM

Emergency Preparedness
New Publication: Lessons Learned From Hurricane Katrina:Preparing Your Institution for a Catastrophic Event
The member agencies of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) and the Conference of State Bank Supervisors today announced the release of LESSONS LEARNED FROM HURRICANE KATRINA: Preparing Your Institution for a Catastrophic Event. The booklet relays financial institutions experiences and lessons learned in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina that other institutions may find helpful in considering their readiness for a catastrophic event.
Jun 15, 2006 - 10:53:00 AM

Emergency Preparedness
Be Aware: 2006 Hurricane Season Ushers Landslide Hazards
As the 2006 hurricane season whips up, it reminds us of past hurricanes and the catastrophic events that followed. For example, Category 5 Hurricane Camille in August 1969 was the strongest hurricane to ever hit the mainland United States.
Jun 13, 2006 - 3:36:00 PM

Emergency Preparedness
Lessons Learned From Hurricane Katrina: Preparing Your Institution for a Catastrophic Event
The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) member agencies (regulatory agencies) and the Conference of State Bank Supervisors are relaying comments made by financial institutions regarding lessons they learned from the effects of Hurricane Katrina. Financial institutions have responded admirably to the unique challenges raised by successive hurricane seasons with significant storms. Major challenges faced by these institutions included the following
Aug 28, 2006 - 10:17:00 PM

Emergency Preparedness
NCD Makes Recommendations to Improve Emergency Preparedness and Response Plans for People with Disabilities in 2006 Hurricane Season
The National Council on Disability (NCD) today released The Impact of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita on People with Disabilities: A Look Back and Remaining Challenges, a guide for the President, Congress, and other emergency planners to develop inclusive emergency preparedness and response plans.
Aug 4, 2006 - 12:17:00 PM

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