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‘Set to Go’ for Anything

By   /  April 30, 2012  /  Emergency Management  /  No Comments

From the FEMA Blog by: Jim Cantore, Broadcast Meteorologist and TV personality, The Weather Channel After last year’s historic year for devastating tornadoes, we all recall the scenes that played out in places like Joplin and Tuscaloosa. But it’s important to note that severe weather occurs year-round. During the first National Severe Weather Preparedness Week, everybody [...]

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Severe Weather Preparedness Week, What We’re Doing to Prepare

By   /  April 27, 2012  /  Emergency Management  /  No Comments

From the FEMA Blog  by: Bob Dixson, Mayor, Greensburg, Kansas FEMA and NOAA have partnered to designate April 22-28, 2012, as National Severe Weather Preparedness Week, and is calling upon all Americans in every area of the country to Be a Force of Nature. The City of Greensburg, Kan., is committed to Being a Force [...]

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A Meteorologist’s Perspective on Planning and Preparing for Severe Weather

By   /  April 26, 2012  /  Emergency Management  /  No Comments

From the FEMA Blog  by: Tom Skilling, WGN-TV Meteorologist Editor’s Note: The views expressed by Tom Skilling do not necessarily represent the official views of the United States, the Department of Homeland Security, or the Federal Emergency Management Agency. FEMA does not endorse any non-government organizations, entities, or services. When it comes to severe weather, [...]

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Feeling Safe Being Safe is taking Hawaii by Storm

By   /  April 25, 2012  /  Emergency Management  /  No Comments

From the FEMA Blog  by: Dawn Skaggs, Principle Investigator, Center on Disability Studies, University of Hawaii National Severe Weather Preparedness Week is a reminder to appreciate the days of beautiful weather, check emergency kits, and recognize community leaders. Preparing, reviewing, connecting with neighbors and leading by example are all part of a community approach that [...]

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Kicking Off National Severe Weather Preparedness Week

By   /  April 23, 2012  /  Emergency Management  /  No Comments

From the FEMA blog by Craig Fugate, Administrator Today marks the beginning of the first ever National Severe Weather Preparedness Week. This week, we’re partnering with NOAA to provide information to the public about the hazards of severe weather and steps people can take to ensure they’re prepared. Every year, thousands of people are impacted by [...]

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