Why Do We Struggle to Put Federal Response Assets on Scene When it Counts?
I think one needs to also appreciate the impact of our economy on trying to keep any federalized response package truly ready to respond as an emergency entity. It is [...]
96 Hours For Federal Support – Is That Acceptable?
In 2010 I worked for FEMA Region V to develop, among other appendices, the ESF-8 appendix to their Catastrophic Earthquake Plan. With my years of field experience, response and planning [...]
We Already Know When The Attack Will Occur
I find it humorous that the pontification is once again underway about when the retaliation attack by Al Qaeda or sympathizers will occur. If the Intel was correct that there [...]
Open Source Jihad
Quite a fascinating read and probably as effective as coffee in waking one up is reading the new Al-Qaeda "Inspire" publication. Glossy pictures, guest authors and a wide range of [...]
U.S. Reactors and Earthquake Risk
A recent article in the USA Today suggested a limited number of U.S. reactors are in seismic zones which could place them at risk for a catastrophic failure like occurred [...]
National Level Exercise- New Madrid Earthquake Scenario- An Opportunity Lost
Exercising our nations' preparedness for an event similar to the devastating earthquake and subsequent tsunami as occurred in Japan seems a prudent opportune moment to shine a light on what [...]
Guest Blog – Radiation and Media Reporting
I’m not an expert in radiation, but for years many of us have been teaching that the number one concern of a “dirty bomb” is the “fear” of radiation perpetuated [...]
Preparedness Anyone?
The United Nations, International Strategy for Disaster Reductions is sponsoring a campaign called Making Cities Resilient: "My city is getting ready" Campaign kits are available in multiple languages and this [...]
Radiation – There is a time to panic – now is not the time!
The extent of the challenges facing Japan and surrounding countries due to radiation contamination is yet to be finalized, but reason should prevail over undue fear. Radiation is energy, and [...]
Tsunami Hazard Zone – When To Evacuate
The tragedy unfolding in Japan should be a sobering reminder to elected officials, emergency managers and public safety providers all along the coastline of the United States, but I would [...]