The New York State Office of Mental Health has launched a public education initiative to help New Yorkers to emotionally prepare for emergencies and recognize resources that can help them cope during stressful events like disasters. More.
NYS launches initiative to promote mental health preparedness during emergencies
ODU shooting report shows importance of emergency preparedness
The March shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk was a horrific tragedy. A beloved instructor — a decorated U.S. Army veteran who led the school’s ROTC program — was killed and two students wounded in a targeted attack perpetrated by a man previously convicted of terrorist offenses. More.
Hospital Shootings: The Case for Enhanced Emergency Preparedness
Healthcare facilities are places meant to heal, not places meant to harm. But as gun violence skyrockets across the country, medical facilities are far from immune. Violence has seeped into ERs and soiled waiting rooms, and an active shooter in hospital-based settings is news that has been plastered across the headlines far too often. More.
How a preparedness culture saves lives in Japan’s earthquakes
A world-class early warning system alerts the public after an initial seismic wave, and autonomously cuts power to trains, elevators and industrial equipment. More.
Seattle Center shooting renews focus on emergency preparedness at public events
A growing memorial honoring the victims of Sunday’s mass shooting at Seattle Center serves as a painful reminder of how quickly a day of celebration can turn into tragedy. More.
If you live in any of these 7 states, officials say it's time to update your emergency kit
Hawaii kicked off its hurricane readiness push with an official event at the state Capitol, where Gov. Josh Green joined representatives from the National Weather Service, the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency and county emergency management leaders to present the 2026 Hurricane Weather Outlook and discuss preparedness efforts statewide. More.
Shift from awareness to resilience key in disaster preparedness
The observance of National Disaster Resilience Month (NDRM) this July underscores a critical shift from merely knowing about hazards to building the capacity of every Filipino to withstand, adapt to, and recover from calamities. More.
What’s good? Perth fire chief reveals simple steps that could help residents beat the next summer emergency
Perth’s fire chief says last week’s storms, outages and extreme heat are a reminder that emergency planning can start with simple steps at home. Trevor Choffe, Perth’s director of protective services and fire chief, says the community has seen more weather-related issues in recent years, including storms that can knock out power and create added risks during hot weather. More.