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07/10/2013 04:17 PM EDT
Earlier this week, President Obama laid out a plan for the government to more effectively use technology and innovation to better serve and meet the needs of the public. Deputy Administrator Serino blogged about how we're using technology and innovation here at FEMA to develop new and creative solutions to new challenges we may face as emergency managers:
"Here at FEMA, we understand the value of innovation and recognize that through innovation we can develop new and creative solutions and deliver these solutions to those that need them the most—survivors. During the initial response to Hurricane Sandy, the FEMA Innovation Team deployed to identify solutions to some of the challenges faced in New York. As the President highlighted, one innovative solution was providing our FEMA Corps teams with the equipment necessary to go door-to-door to register survivors who may have lost power. This solution was so warmly received that we have made it common practice."
-Read the full blog post: http://www.fema.gov/blog/2013-07-10/innovating-smarter-nimbler-government-fema
-Watch the related video: http://www.fema.gov/medialibrary/media_records/12496
FEMA using new technology in Oklahoma
"Here at FEMA, we understand the value of innovation and recognize that through innovation we can develop new and creative solutions and deliver these solutions to those that need them the most—survivors. During the initial response to Hurricane Sandy, the FEMA Innovation Team deployed to identify solutions to some of the challenges faced in New York. As the President highlighted, one innovative solution was providing our FEMA Corps teams with the equipment necessary to go door-to-door to register survivors who may have lost power. This solution was so warmly received that we have made it common practice."
-Read the full blog post: http://www.fema.gov/blog/2013-07-10/innovating-smarter-nimbler-government-fema
-Watch the related video: http://www.fema.gov/medialibrary/media_records/12496
FEMA using new technology in Oklahoma
07/10/2013 01:53 PM EDT
The U.S. Fire Administration's National Fire Academy has a program geared specifically for the volunteer fire service! As a student, you will participate in an intensive 6-day educational opportunity designed specifically for volunteer and combination department emergency services personnel. Learn more about the Volunteer Incentive Program, the courses, and dates available at: http://www.usfa.fema.gov/nfa/resident/vip/index.shtm
07/10/2013 10:11 AM EDT
Tropical storm Chantal is a good reminder to refresh your family's emergency kit. Hurricane season lasts through November 30! A few easy ways to learn about useful items for your kit:
- On your phone or tablet, check out our mobile site: http://m.fema.gov/build-a-kit
- Download the FEMA app for a full list of emergency supplies. Based on your type of phone/tablet, text APPLE or ANDROID or BLACKBERRY to 43362 for a link to download the app.
Build a Kit | Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
m.fema.gov
Try to assemble your kit well in advance of an emergency. You may have to evacuate at a moment's notice and take essentials with you. You will probably not have time to search for the supplies you need or shop for them.
- On your phone or tablet, check out our mobile site: http://m.fema.gov/build-a-kit
- Download the FEMA app for a full list of emergency supplies. Based on your type of phone/tablet, text APPLE or ANDROID or BLACKBERRY to 43362 for a link to download the app.
Build a Kit | Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
m.fema.gov
Try to assemble your kit well in advance of an emergency. You may have to evacuate at a moment's notice and take essentials with you. You will probably not have time to search for the supplies you need or shop for them.
07/09/2013 05:40 PM EDT
In anticipation of tropical storm Chantal, we've deployed liaisons and an Incident Management Assistance Team to support local officials in the U.S. Virgin Islands. We also have staff year-round at FEMA's Caribbean Area Office in Puerto Rico coordinating with partners in the territory.
If you're in the area that may be impacted by the storm, remember to:
- Have important supplies ready for you & your family like a flashlight with batteries, water & a NOAA weather radio
- A "tropical storm" is still very dangerous and can produce winds over 70mph. Bring outdoor furniture inside.
- Follow local weather updates and any directions from local officials through TV/radio.
- Get more safety tips at http://m.fema.gov/hurricanes
More on our role at http://ow.ly/mOg1e.
If you're in the area that may be impacted by the storm, remember to:
- Have important supplies ready for you & your family like a flashlight with batteries, water & a NOAA weather radio
- A "tropical storm" is still very dangerous and can produce winds over 70mph. Bring outdoor furniture inside.
- Follow local weather updates and any directions from local officials through TV/radio.
- Get more safety tips at http://m.fema.gov/hurricanes
More on our role at http://ow.ly/mOg1e.
07/09/2013 02:37 PM EDT
Save the Date: The next FEMA Think Tank conference call will be held next Thursday, July 18 at 2:00 pm EDT (11:00 am PST) from San Francisco, California. For more information, visit www.fema.gov/fema-think-tank.
FEMA Think Tank | FEMA.gov
www.fema.gov
What is the FEMA Think Tank? FEMA recognizes that the best solutions to the challenges we face are generated by the people and the communities who are closest to these challenges. It is essential that these partners are invited to the table to actively participate in thought-provoking discussions.Th...
FEMA Think Tank | FEMA.gov
www.fema.gov
What is the FEMA Think Tank? FEMA recognizes that the best solutions to the challenges we face are generated by the people and the communities who are closest to these challenges. It is essential that these partners are invited to the table to actively participate in thought-provoking discussions.Th...
07/09/2013 10:55 AM EDT
Wildfire is an unpredictable and often uncontrollable force. With proper community-wide preparation, residents and communities can withstand the devastating effects of a wildland fire and reduce loss of life and property. For more information on how your community can prepare for wildfire, download our free publication, "Your Role in Fire-Adapted Communities," at the link below.
Fire Adapted Communities | Wildland Fires
www.usfa.fema.gov
The Ready, Set, Go! Program utilizes firefighters to teach individuals who live in high risk wildfire areas and the wildland-urban interface (WUI) how to best prepare themselves and their properties against fire threats. Ready, Set, Go! works in complementary and collaborative fashion with Firewise…
Fire Adapted Communities | Wildland Fires
www.usfa.fema.gov
The Ready, Set, Go! Program utilizes firefighters to teach individuals who live in high risk wildfire areas and the wildland-urban interface (WUI) how to best prepare themselves and their properties against fire threats. Ready, Set, Go! works in complementary and collaborative fashion with Firewise…
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