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AFAC24 powered by INTERSCHUTZ - importance of accurately identifying unseen hazards is paramount for first responders. David Bryne EPE Trusted to Protect Identification & Quantification of TICs and VOCs - A look at the 908 Devices XplorIR Handheld FTIR Identifying materials quickly is crucial during Hazmat incidents. While FTIR and Raman instruments have improved the identification of solids and liquids, unknown gases remain challenging due to their low concentrations and high toxicity. Portable infrared spectroscopy, such as the 908 Devices XplorIR, now accurately identifies gases at low concentrations. This handheld spectrometer enhances response capabilities and improves community safety, offering a faster, more reliable alternative to traditional field detection and identification methods. For further Information: https://lnkd.in/gdcNED8k #firefighters, #ruralfirefighters, #police, #policerescue, #ambulance, #paramedics, #defence, #army, #navy, #airforce, #arff, #DoD, #councils, #localgovernment, #federalgovernment, #SES, #searchandrescue, #aerialfirefighters, #helicopterrescue, #surflifesaving, #landmanagement, #forestry, #swiftwaterrescue, #careflight, #mining, #miningemergencyresponse, #miningfirefighters, #oilandgas, #petroleumandchemical, #hazmat, #hazardous FREE TO ATTEND SESSIONS VISITORS REGISTER https://lnkd.in/g6i6ycmD

AFAC24 powered by INTERSCHUTZ - time and appliance readiness crucial for first responders Good To Go Darren Besgrove Appliance Readiness Solutions - Digital Manifest Confirmation, Asset Visibility and Equipment Inspections This presentation will focus on how RFID and Bluetooth technologies, combined with no-code form and app software, are currently aiding First Responder agencies to more accurately complete appliance readiness checks in a fraction of the time, and at the same time provide the missing ingredient to asset management systems (automatic point-in-time confirmation of location). For further Information: https://lnkd.in/gdcNED8k #firefighters, #ruralfirefighters, #police, #ambulance, #paramedics, #defence, #army, #navy, #airforce, #arff, #DoD, #councils, #localgovernment, #federalgovernment, #SES, #searchandrescue, #aerialfirefighters, #helicopterrescue, #surflifesaving, #landmanagement, #forestry, #swiftwaterrescue, #careflight, #mining, #miningemergencyresponse, #miningfirefighters, #oilandgas, #petroleumandchemical FREE TO ATTEND SESSIONS VISITORS REGISTER https://lnkd.in/g6i6ycmD

Ecosystem restoration, natural resource management, environmental remediation, and permitting are just some the Corps missions that protect and enhance our environment everyday!

  Explosive Ordnance Disposal (#EOD) of 5No. 2” mortars and 1No. Anti-Tank projectile at a nature reserve in East Anglia. The work was required to support a #habitatrestoration scheme. The works were carried out with minimal fuss and no disturbance to wildlife or the public, allowing the habitat restoration to proceed safely. To learn more about the typical sources of UXO hazard associated with military training areas, see: https://lnkd.in/eDX7vDzs To learn more on how Zetica can mitigate UXO risks provided by similar sites, use: https://lnkd.in/evDc7vQX #UXO #RiskAssessment #WWII #geophysicalsurvey #EOC #RiskMitigtaion

As responders continue to help North Carolina communities devastated by Hurricane Helene, a team from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center is providing high-quality aerial imagery to guide recovery efforts. The ERDC Uncrewed Aircraft Systems team has been deployed to three mountainous counties in northwest North Carolina, where the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is helping clear roadways that have been obstructed by floodwaters and mudslides. These aerial images are providing responders with a clearer and more complete bird’s-eye view of the damage. To learn more about the team and how it is supporting the larger federal, Army and Department of Defense response, visit https://lnkd.in/eV3b3Zv6. United States Department of Defense US Army US Army Corps of Engineers #naturaldisaster #hurricanehelene #emergencyresponse #uas #unmanned #uncrewed #drone #dronephotography #surveying #disasterresponse #aerialimagery #army #engineer #engineering #combatengineers #departmentofdefense #science #innovation #technology #research #researchanddevelopment #PowerofERDC

This informative blog post provides a comprehensive analysis of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' strategic response to the Sackett v. EPA Supreme Court decision and its impact on the nation's water policies. With a focus on the Corps' multifaceted approach to protecting and enhancing vulnerable aquatic ecosystems, the post delves into initiatives such as aquatic ecosystem restoration, technical assistance programs, nature-based solutions, and adjustments in regulatory program actions. These strategies reflect a determined effort to navigate the complexities of environmental protection within the new legal landscape, ensuring the continued resilience and vitality of the nation's water resources amidst challenging circumstances. Check out the full post here: https://lnkd.in/e8Pe6UjY

While the US Navy has initiated another review of its 30-year shipbuilding plan in the face of widespread dissatisfaction, one element within that plan has been praised: the decision to provide funding for continued construction of amphibious warfare ships. #navy #shipbuilding #maritime #shipsandshipping

Hurricane Helene hit on Thursday September 26th and I have not seen one news report about the deployment of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In the past, I have personally met USACE, they would do anything to help. What is going on? We should have had the full military might engaged a week ago. 1. Marines would be happy to carry supplies to survivors. 2. The Army would be happy to clear roads and provide logistic support. 3. The Air Force would be happy to provide aerial command, control, and communications with helicopters, AWACS, and aircraft. 4. The Navy and Coast Guard are experts in support for search and rescue as well as treacherous water navigation. 5. Space Force can help with satellite images and coordinate with Elon Musk and Star Link. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) provides a wealth of geospatial data through its interactive maps, which are essential for understanding various civil works projects across the nation. Users can access detailed maps that showcase the locations of USACE divisions and districts, including the Little Rock and Mobile Districts, which focus on navigation-related features of waterway systems. Additionally, the USACE Digital Library offers a collection of historical maps, architectural drawings, and surveys, allowing users to explore the rich history of engineering projects. The Civil Works Wall Map is particularly useful, as it lists all USACE Civil Works Projects in a downloadable format for offline use.For those interested in specific regions, the USACE provides district maps that highlight key areas such as Beaver Lake and Bull Shoals Lake. These resources are invaluable for researchers, historians, and the general public seeking to understand the impact of the Corps' work on the nation's infrastructure. https://lnkd.in/e-Xvp8qi

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced they will begin water releases from Lake Okeechobee into the St. Lucie and Caloosahatchee estuaries and Lake Worth Lagoon due to high lake levels. With more than 4 billion gallons of polluted freshwater being dumped to the east and west coasts daily, drastic changes to the color and health of Florida's waterways will soon become noticeable, impacting the salinity balance, seagrass beds, and oyster habitats. This is why we need the EAA Reservoir and its Stormwater Treatment Area to store, clean, and send Lake Okeechobee's water south. We will continue to monitor the situation in the upcoming weeks and the impacts on our coastal estuaries. https://lnkd.in/eVGJrmj4

Our #defense #intelligence #community and #general of our #special #forces was #cool 😎 they appreciate my #work and #support some of my #progressive #defense #ideas 💡 I will continue to #scrutinize our #military and the #companies that are #failing our #taxpayers 💰 We have a lot of #great #American 🇺🇸 #companies but unfortunately many #corrupt #shareholders are in S&P 500 sooner we #purge them out, the better for cleaning 🧼 up the #defense #budget and #industry as a whole. #Lobbyists $ did more #harm then good 🤬 I don’t say this #lightly it goes without saying or mentioning. My #efforts are to #transition and #transform our #nations #military to a #green #military. No more #fossil #fuels or #polluting from our #military is still the #shared #goal in the #GreenParty and we are asking #military #families for their #vote 🗳️ of #confidence and #support. I support the #laser #shields 🛡️ and many other unique #biomedical #counter #measures for virus 🦠 and biological warfare in the world 🌎 that’s a huge #risk and threat currently. Also #agriculture 🧑🌾 bio-domes for #crop #farming and #livestock #protection #nationwide from extreme weather conditions. #Soil #health and other #environmental #restoration #initiatives. #FarmBill #failed in this #regard 😔