Todd Talks
The changing scope and scale of disasters, both natural and technological, have altered the ways in which disaster management and financing are addressed and the roles of private-sector organizations specifically. Businesses and nonprofit organizations are increasingly central to the process,
Big data and analytics present myriad possibilities for emergency management specialists and first responders. Some of these benefits include understanding site-level impacts as they develop in real-time, adding value to … Read More
In recent years, the health impacts of infectious disease outbreaks, natural disasters, industrial and environmental catastrophes, and conflict have captured the world’s attention and reinforced the importance of strengthening public health systems to better protect communities and populations from naturally occurring and human-caused threats.
Behind the Mask allows readers to experience the unfiltered, horrific scenarios EMTs and Medics have been facing while manning the frontlines during this pandemic. After being sent into the epicenter … Read More
CREATING A PREPAREDNESS MINDSET We shouldn’t assume that if people know how and why to prepare that the rest will take care of itself. In order to adapt the wisdom … Read More
5.11 Tactical started in Modesto, California as a clothing line created by mountain climber Royal Robbins. Upon reaching the top of a climb in Yosemite California, he noticed that the … Read More
The rise of civil unrest in 2020 is propelling the restructuring of culture, business, and cities in our society today. As Americans watch and experience a pandemic unfold and a sharp divide across political and economic lines,
We are taking a look at re-framing of the Incident Management Structures. It has been over 50 years since FIRESCOPE “created” the Incident Command System and the Incident Management Structures. … Read More
It’s a common phrase, that laughter is the best medicine, and first responders and emergency managers are well known for making it integral to our workspace. In the right context, … Read More
The City of Ontario California opened two POD’s to distribute COVID-19 Vaccines. Jordan Villwock joins us to explore what when right and how can other cities learn from them. Jordan … Read More
