Due to climate change, wildfires are increasing in intensity and size, resulting in damaging economic, environmental, and community health impacts. May is Wildfire Awareness Month, and we’re shedding light on the damaging impact of wildfires, how to prevent them, and how to protect yourself this upcoming wildfire season. More.

Nevada is facing a "9/11 equivalent" for emergency management services because of changes happening at the federal level, the state's top homeland security official said this week. More.

The Trump administration has slashed funding for infectious disease research and has far fewer employees, including disease detectives, to respond to outbreaks. More.

Emergency Preparedness Week runs from May 3 to 9. It encourages residents to learn how to protect their families, homes and belongings in difficult situations. The week also highlights the importance of coming together as a community during events like severe weather or service disruptions. More.

Emergency Preparedness Week is a Canada-wide campaign running from May 3 to May 9, 2026. The theme for this year’s event is “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks.” The PEI Emergency Measures Office will be hosting free information sessions across the province throughout the week. More.

Cybersecurity is an increasingly important component of public health preparedness as state cybersecurity policy intersects with public health agency responsibilities. More.

April is Earthquake Preparedness Month. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages individuals, families and businesses across the state to prepare for the next big one, because it is not if but when it happens. More.

Maryland Department of Emergency Management officials and the National Weather Service launched Severe Storms Awareness Week on April 6, 2026, in Hanover, Maryland, urging residents across the state, including Southern Maryland communities in Charles, St. Mary’s and Calvert counties, to prepare for spring hazards. More.