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Civil-military coordination in disaster response has evolved significantly since the late 20th century, aiming to enhance collaboration among militaries, civilian agencies, and governments during crises. This chapter delves into the historical context, key concepts, and emerging trends of this crucial coordination, highlighting both the positive impacts militaries can have in disaster scenarios and the challenges they face. Highlights: - The chapter outlines the historical development of civil-military coordination in disaster response. - It discusses the principles and practical challenges involved in such coordination. - Key concepts that govern civil-military interactions during disasters are explained. - Emerging trends that may reshape current operating models are identified. - The importance of knowledge and understanding among all parties for effective disaster response is emphasized. Why is this relevant? The topic of civil-military coordination is vital not only for enhancing disaster response effectiveness but also for ensuring that national security interests are met during crises. As communities face increasing threats from natural disasters and other emergencies, the collaboration between military and civilian entities becomes essential for safeguarding lives and maintaining order. Understanding these dynamics can significantly improve response strategies and outcomes for civil society. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e5dfv3t5

What lessons can we take away from the unexpected 4.8 magnitude earthquake that rocked the northeastern US earlier this month? GTSC's Homeland Security Today takes a closer look at how the damage was assessed, where potential for greater damage was thankfully averted, and how those risks can be mitigated in the future. https://lnkd.in/dU6awzcB #disasterpreparedness #earthquake #disasterresponse

Did you know Alaska can experience earthquakes and tsunamis? Read all about how #ATSsim was used during Vigilant Guard Alaska! https://lnkd.in/g-VxnYvH #AppliedTrainingSolutions #EmergencyManagement #TrainAsYouFight

Associate Giulia Jole Sechi spent the five month project supervising assessments on the field and training engineers in Haiti following the 2021 earthquake disaster. Her firsthand insights provide a deeper perspective on both the challenges overcome and the resilience of the Haitian people. "In 2021, Haiti faced an unimaginable series of crises: in August the assassination of its president, one month later a devastating 7.2M earthquake, and days later a tropical storm. Amidst power outages, fuel shortages and escalating violence with kidnappings by gangs, the resilience of the Haitian people was heroic. In this challenging context, our goal was to support self-recovery and build back safer. Working together with the Haitian people, our joint earthquake response program with MTPTC and UNOPS assessed nearly 180,000 buildings in under five months. To be able to reach this goal, an innovative digital methodology was implemented and later shared in the prestigious International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction: a testament to collaboration overcoming chaos." - Giulia Jole Sechi 🌟 https://lnkd.in/g_RbKWDM

🎉📖 Today the ‘International Handbook on Emergency Management for Flood Defences’ was presented at the Singapore International Water Week (SIWW). This handbook identifies key principles and brings best practices together on the aspects of preparedness and response to manage the risks during extreme events. It will be available on the internet around October 2024. 💪 The handbook will help Flood Asset Managers improve their organisation and their emergency management processes. Rijkswaterstaat (The Netherlands), 国政・仲村様MLIT (Japan), Environment Agency (England) and US Army Corps of Engineers (United States) have brought together a strong team and Deltares is delighted to be part of this initiative. Some of the key topics in the handbook are what is needed to be prepared for a crisis, which flood defence failure mechanisms are relevant and which response is subsequently going to be effective. This includes what is needed from a logistics and implementation point of view and how will you prioritise. The handbook provides a holistic overview of emergency management for Flood Asset Managers worldwide. #EnablingDeltaLife #Floods #FloodAdaptation #FloodAssetManagement

On Friday, regions across the Philippines participated in a crucial earthquake preparedness exercise as part of the Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) for the second quarter of the year. This coordinated effort was led by the Office of the Civil Defense (OCD), focusing on a scenario where a magnitude 7.2 earthquake, known as “The Big One,” strikes due to the movement of the West Valley Fault. #EarthquakePreparedness #NSED2024 #TheBigOne #DisasterDrill #Philippines #OCD #EarthquakeDrill #EmergencyResponse #DisasterManagement #SafetyProtocols #EarthquakeReadiness #NDRRMC #PublicSafety #CommunityPreparedness #EmergencyLogistics #SearchAndRescue #GovernmentParticipation #EarthquakeSafety http://dlvr.it/T8wrc9

Mock drill is a type of practice in which preparation is done for emergency situations. Its purpose is to prepare and implement in practice how to respond to an emergency. The main objectives of mock drill are: 1. To prepare for emergency situations. 2. Planning emergency response. 3. Preparing for how to respond in an emergency. 4. To prepare for emergency services. 5. Planning communication and coordination in case of emergency. Types of Mock Drill: 1. Mock drill in case of fire. 2. Mock drill in case of earthquake. 3. Mock drill in case of flood. 4. Mock drill in case of terrorist attack. 5. Mock drill in other emergency situations. Benefits of Mock Drill: 1. To prepare for emergency situations. 2. Planning emergency response. 3. To prepare for emergency services. 4. Planning communication and coordination in case of emergency. 5. To ensure safety of life and property in case of emergency.

Integrating with Valcom's Earthquake Early Warning System and VIP-895-E Emergency Communication Panel can help inform your organization of an approaching disaster quickly so you can respond and alert others effectively. Read our newest blog post focusing on the importance of being proactive in your emergency preparedness for earthquakes: ➡️ https://ow.ly/t0bU50R6YOF #Earthquake #EarlyWarning #DisasterResponse

Japan's Fire and Disaster Management Agency will begin equipping disaster response teams with smaller rescue vehicles capable of navigating rough roads, starting in fiscal 2025. This decision follows challenges faced by larger vehicles during the response to the magnitude-7.6 earthquake on the Noto Peninsula on January 1, which impeded rescue efforts. The agency intends to provide vehicles designed for personnel and equipment transport on narrow roads and is considering minimalist vehicles that can be airlifted by Self-Defense Force helicopters for initial rescue operations. Additionally, the agency plans to introduce remotely controlled robots for firefighting, which would enhance safety during operations, particularly during tsunami warnings. Current hub vehicles, which support rescue personnel, will also be downsized for better logistical support. #AsiaRisk #NaturalDisasters #Japan Follow us for daily updates on risk and operations in Asia! https://lnkd.in/gaKary37

"A catastrophic earthquake and tsunami are inevitable for the coast of the Pacific Northwest." - This sentence captured our attention 👀 Living in the Pacific Northwest means being mindful of potential risks like those discussed in the recent CNN article about the Cascadia Subduction Zone. 🌟We've curated an emergency preparedness checklist for you, inspired by the FEMA Emergency Kit Checklist - General. 🌟Discover essential items for your emergency kit here: https://lnkd.in/gtnKSBkw Read more about the tsunami warning here: https://lnkd.in/gNkDV8pP #earthquake #tsunami #disasterpreparedness