Published on November 7th, 2022.

Continuing to lead the country in emergency management and disaster preparedness, California’s first-in-the-nation Earthquake Early Warning System, implemented under Governor Gavin Newsom’s leadership, provided advanced …

Published on November 5th, 2022.

What do you do when there’s an earthquake?

Drop, cover and hold on, says the Earthquake Country Alliance, a “public-private-grassroots” partnership made up of people, organizations and regional alliances geared around raising …

Each year, communities across the United States are devastated by disasters. As the frequency, severity, and cost of many of these disasters continues to increase, new collaborations and innovative solutions are needed to reduce risk. Many Federal and academic …

Poor infrastructure can be a significant hindrance to recovery efforts in the aftermath of both man-made and natural disasters. In order to address this issue, it's crucial for laws and regulations to be put in place that mandate the development and maintenance …

Underserved communities, which are often black, low-income, marginalized, and have limited access to resources, are typically the most vulnerable in the face of natural disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, and wildfires. When disaster strikes, they may lack …

When it comes to emergency and disaster survivability gear, there are a few key items that are essential for everyone to have. These items should be test-proven, affordable, durable and easy to use. Here are basic recommendations:

Water Filter: Access to clean …