PERSPECTIVE: The Evolution and Importance of Protecting Power with GridEx
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USGS Maps Out ‘HayWired’ Earthquake Scenario So Agencies Can ‘Outsmart Disaster’
To address an earthquake of this size, in this region, and to address all the integrated aspects of modern life that would be affected– from internet access to water supplies – the USGS garnered an unprecedented level of cooperation across the spectrum of community stakeholders. Keep Reading
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PERSPECTIVE: Why Gamification is Key to Mitigating Cyber Risk
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Nationwide Event In May Aims To Raise Awareness Of Home Fire Sprinklers
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FEMA to Evaluate Nuclear Emergency Readiness of Pennsylvania, Maryland
Within 90 days, FEMA will send its evaluation to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for use in licensing decisions. The final report will be available to the public approximately 120 days after the exercise. Keep Reading
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UK Authorities Call on Public to Report Suspected Extremist Activity
Around a quarter of all public referrals into online counterterrorism unit since March 2017 related to extreme right-wing material, although the vast majority of public referrals still relate to Islamist extremism. Keep Reading
Commander: USCG Lessons Learned from Harvey Include Handling 911 Surge, Keeping Funding Up
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Coast Guard Members Soar to Annual Women in Aviation International Conference
The first day focused on Coast Guard leadership initiatives, open dialogue to discuss career planning and growth, panels for conversation revolving around diversity matters and social issues, family planning experiences and guidance, among other topics. Keep Reading
PERSPECTIVE: Report Shows Glimmers of Light in Eye of the Cybersecurity Storm
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