Dozens get flood relief help in Waverly Nov 9, 2008
Volunteers with Emmanuel Lutheran Church in North Georgetown, Ohio, directed an effort to collect household items for the Lutheran Disaster Response of Ohio. The goods ranged from coffee mugs and dishes to refrigerators and furnaces enough material to fill a semitrailer. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Just Scratching The Surface: New Technique Maps Nanomaterials As They Grow Nov 8, 2008
Scientists created a way to combine weather data and geographic information systems software in a visual display for use in disaster response. They. (Science Daily)
30 killed as school building collapses Nov 8, 2008
The US Agency for International Development said late on Friday that it had dispatched an immediate disaster response team that would be followed by a further 38 personnel, four search and rescue dogs and 14,000 kg of rescue equipment. "We are having difficulty removing students from the rubble because we don't have heavy duty search-and-rescue equipment," said Alex Claudon, also of the Red Cross. (Sify.com, India)
Volunteer before disaster strikes Nov 7, 2008
You can also take the extra step to become trained with a disaster response agency ... "Ideally, volunteers need to be prepared, trained and already volunteering for a disaster response agency. This effort helps to speed-up community response and recovery efforts during and after a disaster," said Todd Metcalf, Manager of the Volunteer Center of the Redwoods, a program of the Area 1 Agency on Aging. (Daily Triplicate)
Zimbabwe: Disaster Unit Deployed in Response to Cholera Outbreak Nov 6, 2008
Zimbabwe has activated its national disaster response agency, the Civil Protection Unit (CPU), to counter the spread of cholera. President Robert Mugabe's government has stopped short of declaring a national disaster, although the CPU is usually deployed in the wake of national disasters, such as floods and droughts. (allAfrica.com)
'Disaster' exercise at Bathurst Hospital Nov 5, 2008
The health service's disaster response coordinator, Kaylene Green, says the mock run-through is the only way to test the capacity of the hospital if a major incident occurs. "The director of nursing will coordinate the staff and the allocation of patients to different areas which is a little bit different to everyday business because there's excessive numbers," she said. (ABC Online)
Flash floods submerge villages in Assam Oct 29, 2008
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Civil Defence teams rescued the marooned people ... All afloat: Flood-affected people are being rescued by personnel of the National Disaster Response Force from the Puthimari river in Assam on Tuesday. (Hindu)
Palin Touted for Role Defending U.S. Border Oct 29, 2008
Over the years, the 49th Military Police Brigade has been activated for disaster response and recovery assistance. Since the 9-11 terrorist attacks, the 49th has been providing classified security missions to portions of the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline, Alaska Railroad, and Alaskas boat harbors and ports. (Newsmax)
ABOUT 1,000 BOOKS SOAKED Oct 28, 2008
A rapid disaster response team went into action Sunday morning after it was discovered that water was pooling on three floors of the library. Workers scooped up buckets of water as others attempted to remove books from the shelves, out of the water's path. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Carnival drops 2010 fuel surcharge Oct 27, 2008
Honduras: Continual heavy rain has created severe flooding and landslides throughout the country, prompting the government to declare a national state of emergency and the Disaster Response Office to call a "red alert" in many areas. Towns and cities affected include El Progreso, Santa Rita, El Negrito, Tela, the department of Comayagua, Corqun and other areas in the department of Copan. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Hispanic Heritage month was celebrated at Terrell State Hospital with special speaker David Luna, director boarder affairs, HHSC. Pictured (from left) assistant city attorney Greg Shumpert, Cultural Diversity Advisory Committee Chair David Carmona, David Luna, County Commissioner Ken Schoen, Terrell City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem Jack Jones, Terrell City Manager Torry Edwards and TSH Superintendent Joe Finch. Oct 26, 2008
He is a licensed social worker and is certified in victim assistance and disaster response. He is a graduate of the Governors Executive Development Program and Leadership Harlingen. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Zeppelin airship to call Moffett Field home Oct 25, 2008
The airship may also be used by NASA to assist disaster response agencies and for scientific and educational training. Moffett Field, which celebrates its 75th anniversary on Nov. 21, was once home to Navy airships. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
More of this story Oct 24, 2008
In other business, the commission discussed the upcoming census and the affect it would have on disaster response. Our population, when they do the new census, is probably going to go well over 120,000, Jenkins said. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Disbelief at ouster of Red Cross leader Oct 22, 2008
Cindy and husband John compose what I refer to as the Smith Team for Orangeburg County and have been very vital assets to our county and surrounding counties growth in the emergency services, disaster preparedness, disaster response, rescue, etc ... I am not only speaking as a volunteer that has been involved in the majority of all major county disaster responses over the past 22 years but also from the perspective of a 21-year captain/paramedic with the Savannah River Site Fire Department,... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Not a helpful commentary by LIPI Oct 22, 2008
MPBI, the umbrella CSO for disaster response organizations, has prepared a good guideline for regions for preparing their disaster management regulations, and there has generally been a positive response to it. Disaster management is perhaps the area of governance in Indonesia in which civil society organizations and government work closest together. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Personnel Announcement Oct 21, 2008
Prior to this, he served as Director of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response at the National Security Council. Mr. Brause received his bachelor's degree from the University of California, Davis, and his master's degree from National Defense University. (White House News Releases)
Hawaii making plans for larger, modernized emergency center Oct 21, 2008
State aiming to streamline disaster response with large, modern facility. By Advertiser Urban Honolulu Writer. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Mayor, Police Chief Endorse Aguirre's Opponent Oct 18, 2008
If elected, he said he would appoint a team of three deputy city attorneys who are familiar with disaster response laws. "We will be available to help as needed," Goldsmith said. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Cambodia-Thailand row Oct 18, 2008
Indonesian Society for Disaster Management (MPBI), the umbrella for disaster response organizations, has prepared a good guideline for regions preparing their disaster management regulations, and there has generally been a positive response to it. Disaster management is perhaps the area of governance in Indonesia in which civil society organizations and government work closest together. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Rubble rescue halted Oct 18, 2008
Safety experts, the disaster response team and structural engineers were going back to the drawing board to establish how best to proceed, Morokane said. Magaizane's relatives were at the site and an emergency services chaplain was available to counsel them. (iAfrica.com)
Red Cross opens new Gordon County office Oct 18, 2008
Rosen said the Gordon County ARC chapter will use the space for training, meeting, CPR and First Aid classes on the third Saturday of each month, disaster response services and disaster response training, volunteer training and information and referral services. Rosen said the Gordon County office will also handle Armed Forces Emergency Services for the families of local military personnel. (Calhoun Times, GA)
China needs sharper eyes in space Oct 16, 2008
Besides enhancing disaster response capabilities in the region, this EOSAT will be used to monitor and assess natural resources and agricultural trends, among other things ... In other words, EOSATs today are really all about achieving a "triple use" solution in terms of bonding together multiple civilian GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and environmental monitoring applications together with military surveillance and disaster response applications and networks - all on one satellite. (Asia Times Online)
City to Host Orientation Session on Government Oct 16, 2008
Another 75 individuals are appointed to serve on city boards and commissions, including planning and zoning, nine members; board of adjustment, eight members; park board, 10 members; cemetery committee, nine members; museum committee, seven members; industrial development committee, five members; tourism committee, six members; sesquicentennial committee, 12 members; and the disaster response advisory committee 10 members. "All those folks are involved in city government," Adams said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Droughts, wildfires, flood and heat, oh my Oct 16, 2008
Sheriff's Capt. Clay Hawkins and Julie Baxter of AMEC Hazard Mitigation ency Management Program updated the board last week on the progress of the county's new multi-hazard mitigation plan. The funds to develop the plan were granted to Calaveras by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Three candidates seeking District 5 seat Oct 16, 2008
I have served as chair of the Salvation Army Advisory Board for the past two years and I am, along with my wife Julie, a certified member of the Salvation Army Disaster Response Team. I am a member of the Keokuk Area Chamber of Commerce and understand the challenges facing small businesses. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Burundi: Heavy Rains Leave Families Homeless Oct 15, 2008
Nzigamasabo said the regional delegation of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent societies based in Nairobi had approved the Disaster Response Emergency Fund, allowing the Burundi Red Cross to assist victims of the rains with non-food items such as plastic tents, cooking kits, blankets, soaps and vegetable seeds. Similar assistance was given to residents of Nyamurenza last week, who were also victims of heavy rains. (allAfrica.com)
2008 U.S. Senate Race: Johnson vs. Dykstra Oct 10, 2008
In addition, South Dakota farmers and ranchers will no longer be at the mercy of the political climate in Washington when disaster hits, as the new farm bill includes a structured agriculture disaster response program. I support the 2008 farm bill; however, I also recognize that it lacks a number of key provisions that are important in protecting our nation's small- and medium-sized producers. (Agri-View, WI)
Tajikistan: Almost One-Third of the Population Is in Danger of Going Hungry This Winter Oct 8, 2008
Gabriella Waaijman, the Almaty-based regional disaster response advisor for the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), estimated that 2. 2 million Tajiks face "increased food insecurity," with about 800,000 vulnerable to famine conditions this winter. (EurasiaNet.org)
Aiding hurricane victims Oct 7, 2008
Saguto had to budget 50 million in resources for the disaster response as well as coordinate 3,000 volunteers across Florida, Louisiana and Texas. As the hurricanes changed their path, the volunteers had to be relocated to another part of the country. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Casino-bound bus crashes - at least 10 killed Oct 6, 2008
"We activated our disaster response center so we have been calling in additional staff," she said. At least 20 additional nurses, respiratory therapists and X-ray technicians were called in to help, she said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
9 more bodies dumped in Tijuana Oct 5, 2008
4: John Hancock left the comforts of his California home and pays his own way to disaster zones around the world as part of a hands-on disaster response effort. NBC's Mara Schiavocampo reports. (MSNBC -- International)
Many Resources Used in Disaster Response Oct 4, 2008
"I've been flooded out twice so I knew what to expect," said Genetta Tomnitz, chairman of the disaster response committee. "After the last flood, my paneling was installed with screws. I watched the water levels on the Internet," said Tomnitz. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon Oct 4, 2008
Establishes procedures for aircraft mishap and disaster response and managing casualties in aviation accidents and other disasters. Provides advice on air rescue and aeromedical evacuation. (Florida Today)
Sewer, trash rates increase Oct 3, 2008
Before the regular meeting, the council went outside to look at the Missouri Region C Homeland Security Disaster Response trailer, which the region recently received from a grant and will be housed in this county. It will be used to set up temporary shelters and has medical equipment. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Gov. Schwarzenegger To Visit San Diego Oct 3, 2008
Schwarzenegger is scheduled to appear at a news conference at a Kearny Mesa Wal-Mart Friday morning to sign into law the so-called emergency management bill AB 38 and to sign memorandums of understanding with private industry partners to strengthen the state's disaster response system. Alarmed by the ongoing national financial crisis, the governor warned Treasury Secretary Henry M. Paulson Thursday that the state might need an emergency loan within weeks, the Los Angeles Times reported. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Glover headed to DC to talk to senate about disaster response Sep 24, 2008
KSLA News 12 Headlines. Shreveport, LA (KSLA) - Shreveport mayor Cedric Glover boarded a plane Monday afternoon headed for Washington where he will address a senate ad hoc subcommittee headed by Mary Landrieu to discuss how the city and state responded to Hurricanes Gustav and Ike. (KSLA.com, LA)
Disaster response class to be held in October Sep 23, 2008
The 20-hour program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, team organization, disaster medical operations, and light search and rescue ... Upon completion of the course, participates will receive a T-shirt, cap and disaster response kit that will aid them in future responses. (Charles City Press, IO)
Hurricane Ike Recovery: World Vision Helping Churches Assist in Hard Hit Areas Sep 20, 2008
"One pastor whose members suffered total loss, promised to share their provisions with another pastor whose church lost most of its roof in the storm." John Pettit, World Vision's national director for disaster response, said, "For many people, the church represents an emotional and spiritual haven. By working through churches, World Vision has lasting power to reach people who might otherwise fall through the cracks." Emergency supplies have been prepositioned in World Vision's Storehouses in... (PR Newswire)
Red Cross Volunteers Reach across Borders in Hour of Need Sep 20, 2008
A fifteen-person disaster response team from the Mexican Red Cross arrived today into Dallas. Six Canadian Red Cross workers are already on the ground, with three more in the pipeline. (AlertNet)
Local volunteers setting out for forgotten place hit by fourth hurricane Sep 19, 2008
Although the glare of the television cameras has seemingly ignored Louisiana in the storm s aftermath, a North man is now making plans to move disaster response teams there next week. Billy Robinson, the South Carolina coordinator for the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission disaster response teams, said Wednesday he has received a request for assistance from officials in Cameron Parish, located in southwestern Louisiana ... We will send one and maybe two UMVIM disaster response teams to the... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Doctors focus on disaster medicine Sep 19, 2008
As the director of the Public Health Readiness Office of the American Medical Association's Center for Public Health Preparedness and Disaster Response, Dr. Italo Subbarao was in Texas dealing with the aftermath of that storm this week instead of at the state medical association's convention in Rapid City ... Ever since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the arena of public health preparedness and disaster medicine has become increasingly important in America, said Dr. James James,... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
The Good Neighbor Disaster Response Sep 18, 2008
When Calamity Strikes, Forget High-Tech Gadgets and Rely on the Locals. By KI MAE HEUSSNERSept. (ABC News)
UMCOR Hotline for September 16, 2008 Sep 17, 2008
UMCOR's domestic disaster response staff has been deployed to assist in the recovery ... You can help contribute to this response by giving to International Disaster Response, UMCOR Advance #982450. (AlertNet)
Bremer coalition planning recovery efforts Sep 17, 2008
During and after the flood, congregations informally collaborated with faith-based and nonprofit organizations to coordinate disaster response efforts. Following the advice of experts, the volunteers formally established Bremer County Recovery Coalition. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Read more... Sep 17, 2008
In addition to continuing product donations, such as water, food, and hygiene products, the contribution announced today will support longtime Wal-Mart partners in the area of disaster response, the American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, and Feeding America. The donation will also support the Texas Disaster Relief Fund and Baton Rouge Area Foundation's efforts in Louisiana and Texas. (PNN Online)
Public Information Notice: IMF Executive Board Concludes 2008 Article IV Consultation with St. Lucia Sep 17, 2008
St. Lucia is one of the world's most disaster-prone countries, and has made good progress in bolstering national disaster mitigation and preparedness, including by the enhancement of the National Emergency Management Organization, improvements to the national disaster response plan, and participation in regional risk pooling. Executive Board Assessment. (IMF News)
President Surveys Southeast Texas Damage Sep 17, 2008
The federal government relies on the nonprofit agency and other private organizations to help organize a disaster response, and that takes private donations. The Red Cross in particular is scrambling to replenish its disaster relief funds after repeatedly doling out aid in this busy hurricane season. (Click2Houston, TX)
State social services chief resigns Sep 16, 2008
Ann Williamson's resignation comes after Gov. Bobby Jindal's pledge to deal with the most glaring troubles during a disaster response that otherwise has drawn high marks for the 37-year-old governor and his administration. One of three Cabinet secretaries who also served Gov. Kathleen Blanco, Williamson is the first agency head to leave the Jindal administration, now in its ninth month. (Nola.com -- Sports)
White selflessly helped during floods Sep 16, 2008
Debbie operated in this capacity until the Adventist disaster response team took over managing the donations and distribution center, which was finally located in the vacant EconoFoods building. During the week following the flood, Debbie also worked with the Red Cross, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Homeland Security and state and federal legislators as a volunteer and when needed in her capacity as a city councilwoman. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Local Red Cross volunteers respond to federal disaster areas across South Sep 16, 2008
Members of the local Red Cross Disaster Action Team (DAT) are volunteers specially trained by the local chapter in various aspects of disaster response such as: Client casework, disaster assessment, and mass care to name a few. Persons interested in volunteering for the American Red Cross DAT program should contact the Red Cross at (715) 344-4052. (Forest Republican, WI)
3 Norfolk-Based Ships Could Help Gulf Sep 15, 2008
The amphibious transport ship Ponce will leave Norfolk on Sunday for possible disaster response operations. The amphibious assault ship Bataan will ready to depl 00001EAF oy within 24 hours if needed. (WTKR.com, VA)
Typhoon Injures 14, Cancels Flights in Taiwan Sep 15, 2008
"The amount of time this storm lingered and the level of rain, this time those were pretty severe," said Chris Cheng, a disaster response worker in Ilan County, a mountainous region hit by the typhoon. "The most serious problems are flooding and power losses.". (Planet Ark, United States)
The Week's Highlights Sep 15, 2008
Donations will be accepted to benefit Lutheran Disaster Response. Check out Nevue online at. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
The Salvation Army: Moving in with First Strike Teams Saturday Morning Sep 14, 2008
The Army has deployed a fleet of more than 60 mobile canteen units, along with satellite communications equipment and other materials and is preparing a disaster response operation that could rival the one it mounted for Hurricane Katrina, its largest ever ... As part of its disaster response operation, The Salvation Army also is pre-positioning personnel and inventories to provide those affected by the storm with: Clean-up kits containing brooms, mops, buckets and cleaning suppliesHygiene... (KWTX.com, TX)
Hurricane Ike: World Vision Readies Supplies, Staff, Volunteers for Response Sep 13, 2008
"As we talk with our church and community partners in Texas, we're urging them to prepare for the worst and be diligent about their own safety as well," said John Pettit, World Vision's national director for disaster response. "Once the hurricane passes, we'll work with them to help supply what's needed by the people in their communities who need the most assistance. We plan to help them get families back on their feet in the short-term as well as clean up and recover from this storm."... (PR Newswire)
LA governor upset with one state agency's response to Gustav Sep 13, 2008
(AP) - One state agency has been at the heart of two of the more significant disaster response problems to show up with Hurricane Gustav, and Governor Bobby Jindal says the snafus were avoidable and unacceptable. The state social services department - one of Jindal's cabinet agencies - has received criticism for lengthy lines and lack of preparation for the thousands of people who showed up seeking disaster food stamp aid earlier this week. (KSLA.com, LA)
HURRICANE IKE: How you can volunteer Sep 13, 2008
Through this and all its efforts, the American Red Cross of Central Texas is taking all necessary action to prepare for any possible disaster response to Hurricane Ike. The best way to help the response effort is with a financial contribution to the local Red Cross chapter. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Faith quickly put into action Sep 13, 2008
New Catholic Charities Jackson director spends first days mobilizing disaster response ... Instead, Patin mobilized his agency's disaster response team, who provided mental health counseling to evacuees at the Mississippi Coliseum and later helped some 300 people get money to travel home ... For the past 12 years, he's worked for Catholic Charities, first as the director for community outreach for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and later as the statewide head of Catholic Charities'... (The Clarion-Ledger)
State practices agricultural disaster response Sep 13, 2008
Note: This is not a scientific poll. The results reflect only the opinions of those who chose to participate. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Verizon Wireless Network Ready as Texas Coast Prepares for Hurricane Ike Sep 12, 2008
Emergency Teams, Disaster Plans Activated in Southeast Texas HOUSTON, Sept. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless network crews and disaster response teams are on alert as Hurricane Ike approaches the Texas Coast ... A) network technology, and completing a Disaster Response Trailer (DRT) mobile customer service unit ... -- A new 35-foot $150,000 Disaster Response Trailer to be used as a temporary customer service location in areas impacted by a disaster. (PR Newswire)
ADRA Bolsters Fight Against Hunger in North East India Sep 12, 2008
Its current portfolios are Economic Development, Vocational Training, Water and Sanitation, Disaster Response, Health Care, and Local Infrastructure. ADRA is a non-governmental organization present in 125 countries providing sustainable community development and disaster relief without regard to political or religious association, age, gender, race, or ethnicity. (AlertNet)
Cuba gets hurricane evacuations right Sep 11, 2008
where he was talking to preparedness experts about Cuba's disaster response model. A lesson in preparednessCuba's evacuations differ greatly from those in the United States, where people rush to airports for overbooked flights or pile into cars that clog highways. (MSNBC -- International)
Sleek Probe To Map Earth’s Gravity Sep 11, 2008
Scientists created a way to combine weather data and geographic information systems software in a visual display for use in disaster response. They. (Science Daily)
Nonprofits launch effort on 9/11 to boost volunteerism Sep 11, 2008
A policy agenda will be unveiled at the summit, including proposals for service corps focused on areas such as education, disaster response, and communities' conversion to clean energy. "We're not trying to grow service for service's sake [but] because it can solve problems," says Tim Zimmermann, spokesman for Be the Change Inc., in Cambridge, Mass. (Christian Science Monitor)
US court convicts man for threats against Flaherty Sep 11, 2008
Canada is considering sending its specialized disaster response team to help with hurricane relief efforts in Haiti, CBC News has confirmed. The U.S. government on Wednesday slapped financial sanctions on Iran's largest state-owned shipping line and its affiliates for allegedly helping to transfer military-related arms and cargo. (CBC.ca)
