Impacting Our Future
In this issue
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Be Ready: Building Your Disaster Preparedness Kit
In a disaster, the most valuable resources are the ones you have on hand. Prepare your family or business by building an emergency kit.
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Who Are Emergency Managers — and Why You Should Know Yours
Often long before an emergency happens, there's another safety professional, besides firefighters or police officers, quietly working to protect your community: your local emergency manager.
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Why Financial Preparedness Is the Foundation for Disaster Resilience
Before the winds rise or floodwaters surge, financial readiness can mean the difference between recovery and ruin. It’s time we prioritize economic resilience.
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Small Business Resilience Is Community Resilience
When small businesses are prepared for disasters, they are better equipped to recover faster, support their neighbors, and provide community stability.
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How to Stay Connected During Any Disaster
From monitoring storms to helping family evacuate a disaster safely together, here’s advice on staying connected even when the grid is down, according to America’s top disaster relief nonprofit.
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Caring for Community in Crisis
A 7.0 earthquake in Haiti taught chef José Andrés what matters most when disaster hits. Here, Andrés shares his inspiration for starting his humanitarian effort, World Central Kitchen, and what he's learned since launching the project.
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How to Prepare for an Emergency or Crisis
Disaster response nonprofit Team Rubicon shares its top tips for surviving and recovering from any disaster.
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Wildfire Preparedness Starts at Home
Every year, wildfires burn millions of acres across the United States, threatening lives, property, and entire communities. Homeowners play a critical role in reducing the risk long before a wildfire ever ignites.
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How Verizon Frontline Helps Ensure Connectivity During Crisis
As natural disasters grow more frequent and intense, reliable communication is paramount — not just for the communities affected, but also for the first responders who stand ready on the front lines.
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The Path Back to Normalcy After a Disaster
In the aftermath of a disaster, finding the way back to normalcy can seem overwhelming. IEM, a leading consulting firm specializing in disaster recovery, is at the forefront of helping communities rebuild and emerge stronger and more resilient.