This message was sent to ##Email## To advertise in this publication please click here May 26, 2022 .IAEM SCHOLARSHIP Need money for school? IAEM The IAEM Scholarship Program now is accepting applications from full-time undergraduate as well as full- and part-time graduate students for the 2022 scholarship awards. Students must be working toward a degree in emergency management, disaster management, or a closely related field of study. Undergraduate and graduate applications with complete instructions are available on the IAEM website. The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. EDT, June 13, 2022. Questions may be directed to Scholarship Program Director Dawn Shiley. .IAEM-CANADA COUNCIL NEWS Our cities will keep flooding. What if we stopped fighting it and worked with nature instead? CBC In November 2021, Abbotsford, B.C. was deluged with several days of heavy rain, flooding much of the low-lying valley around the city, wreaking havoc and causing millions of dollars in damage. With climate change, that will likely happen a lot more often in cities across Canada, including Calgary, Ottawa, and Montreal. So what should we do about this? READ MORE .IAEM-USA COUNCIL NEWS IAEM-USA Volunteer Awards nominations due June 30 IAEM The emergency management profession is made up of hard-working men and women who made the career choice to brave dangers, both natural and man-made. They put in the long hours day after day and often face risks. It's a hard profession; often the job doesn't end at the end of the day. IAEM-USA seeks to recognize volunteer emergency managers and organizations with the IAEM-USA Volunteer Awards. The Volunteer Emergency Manager of the Year Award recognizes voluntary exceptional emergency management services and contributions to the community throughout the prior year. The IAEM-USA Voluntary Organization of the Year Award recognizes a U.S. voluntary organization that made extraordinary emergency management contributions within the United States. Nominate a worthy volunteer here today. Interagency officials prepare for 'another tough hurricane season' Homeland Security Today With the start of the hurricane season looming on June 1, federal leaders said they are prepared for another active season as they attempt to better account for inequities ranging from risk to assistance and “systemic barriers” that have hampered emergency managers from building truly resilient communities. The active 2021 Atlantic hurricane season produced 21 named storms with winds of 39 mph or greater, including seven hurricanes with winds of 74 mph or greater. 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READ MORE Texas A&M board takes next step toward Fort Worth expansion The Texas Tribune The Texas A&M University System is one step closer to growing its footprint in Fort Worth. The system’s board of regents added two buildings to its capital plan for a new education and research campus proposed in downtown Fort Worth, one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. The board must add the projects to the construction plan before moving forward with design and ultimately construction. READ MORE  PRODUCT SHOWCASE GET YOUR 72 HOUR KIT. ReadyWise – Are you prepared with enough food and water to last you through a disaster? ReadyWise’s delicious freeze-dried meals and drinks have up to a 25-year shelf-life and are easy to prepare, just add water. Go to ReadyWIse.com/IAEM to order you’re your 72-hour kit and use CODE: IAEM at checkout. LEARN MORE Oregon adopts wildfire power shutoff rules for utilities* Government Technology Oregon regulators have adopted new rules regarding power companies’ ability to cut power to mitigate wildfire risk, but Pacific Power’s CEO says that his company has made extensive investments in Southern Oregon to help stave off de-energizing lines — and to ensure the last-resort effort impacts as few people as possible. The new permanent rules adopted May 10 by the Oregon Public Utility Commission lay out specific communication requirements for investor-owned electric utilities such as Pacific Power for notifying state and local emergency management officials and the general public about Public Safety Power Shutoffs due to wildfire risk. READ MORE Emergency management leaders: Inflation could impact how people prepare for hurricane season* WFLA-TV With inflation reaching a four-decade high, leaders at the Florida Division of Emergency Management say more people will opt for public shelters rather than traveling several miles to a hotel. High costs are also expected to impact severe weather preparedness kits. READ MORE  SPONSORED VIDEO Emergency Operations that Scale Enable systems of care that scale, eliminate fragmentation of communication, and coordinate mutual aid — all on one communication and logistics platform. With Pulsara, Emergency Managers have the flexibility to assess regional and statewide needs and centrally compile needed resources during emergency response, dramatically reducing miscommunications and waste time. WATCH VIDEO U.S. 'active shooter' incidents surged in 2021: FBI Homeland Security News Wire The FBI defines an active shooter as “one or more individuals actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a populated area.” Amass shooting is typically defined as a shooting that involves four or more victims and can take place in public or private spaces. There were 61 “active shooter” incidents in the United States last year, an increase of more than 50% from 2020 and more than twice as many as five years ago, the FBI reported. READ MORE Sioux Falls officials say sirens are only for tornadoes. Not everyone agrees. Sioux Falls Argus Leader Sioux Falls has no plans to start sounding the city's outdoor warning sirens for anything other than a tornado warning — something that wasn't issued last week as straight-line winds roared through Sioux Falls on Thursday, killing two people in Minnehaha County. But many residents are questioning whether that's the right response to a storm like the one that hit Sioux Falls recently, which officials said caused damage "reminiscent of a high-end EF0 tornado or a low-end EF1 tornado." READ MORE  SPONSORED CONTENT Promoted by University of Southern California MS in Emergency Management from the University of Southern California 100% online, no GRE required, complete in 1 or 2 years Develop the strategic and analytical skills necessary for leaders in times of crisis Master critical leadership and communication skills for effective emergency management Learn from a dedicated faculty team with global emergency management experience .NEW INSIGHTS Study provides long-term look at ways to control wildfire in sagebrush steppe ecosystem Tillamook Headlight Herald New research led by an Oregon State University scientist provides the first long-term study of methods to control the spread of wildfire in the sagebrush steppe ecosystem that dominates parts of the western United States. In recent years, the number, size and intensity of wildfires in the sagebrush ecosystem – which spans much of Nevada, Oregon and Utah, and portions of California, Idaho, Washington and Wyoming – have significantly increased primarily due to climate change and the spread of invasive grasses. READ MORE .UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE/SCHOOL EM ISSUES Why schools must acknowledge dismissal as a critical component of school safety Campus Safety The National Center on Safe Supportive Learning Environments defines school safety as schools and school-related activities where students are safe from violence, bullying and harassment, and the influence of substances. While many schools have policies in place to protect students during school hours, oftentimes these protocols are forgotten after the bell rings. However, the safety of students is the responsibility of the school from the moment kids are dropped off in the morning until the kids make it home. Prioritizing school safety during dismissal is vital but often difficult to manage due to students’ ever-changing dismissal protocols, high volumes of traffic, and chaos staff may feel as students rush to go home. Increasing safety for students must be the goal for all school districts. READ MORE Emergency management's role when campuses respond to bomb threats and suspicious packages Campus Safety What is emergency management's role in a campus's response to bomb threats and suspicious packages? Let's look at this question from the perspective of the four phases of emergency management. READ MORE .HEALTHCARE EM UPDATE WHO chief Tedros reappointed to second five-year term The Associated Press WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus was reappointed to a second five-year term on Tuesday by the U.N. health agency’s member countries. No other candidate challenged Tedros for the post amid the ongoing difficulties of responding to the devastating coronavirus pandemic. READ MORE  FEATURED ARTICLE   Building Safety Month Promoted by Tidal Basin Group Investing in building safety saves lives and money LEARN MORE   .CLIMATE/WATER/WEATHER UPDATES Deadly Indian heatwave made 30 times more likely by climate crisis The Guardian The heatwave scorching India and Pakistan has been made 30 times more likely by the climate crisis, according to scientists. Extreme temperatures and low rainfall since mid-March have caused widespread suffering, including deaths, crop losses, forest fires, and cuts to power and water supplies. The study is the latest to show the already severe impacts of global heating on millions of people, even though the global average temperature has risen only 1.2C above pre-industrial levels to date. READ MORE As U.S. flooding worsens, South Carolina redraws risk maps* Thomson Reuters Foundation As Hurricane Florence tore through the southeastern United States in 2018, April O'Leary raced to warn hundreds of her South Carolina neighbors to protect their property from coming floods and consider evacuating. Her pleas largely fell on deaf ears. Residents in the city of Conway, in Horry County, pointed to past experience with storms as reason not to worry - and for many, national flood maps did not show their homes were at high risk. READ MORE .CYBERSECURITY NEWS Global food supply chain at risk of cyber attacks Homeland Security Today Modern “smart” farm machinery is vulnerable to malicious hackers, leaving global supply chains exposed to risk, experts are warning. It is feared hackers could exploit flaws in agricultural hardware used to plant and harvest crops. Agricultural manufacturing giant John Deere says it is now working to fix any weak spots in its software. READ MORE New Twitter policy cracks down on misinformation* Homeland Security Today Twitter is stepping up its fight against misinformation with a new policy cracking down on posts that spread potentially dangerous false stories. The change is part of a broader effort to promote accurate information during times of conflict or crisis. The platform will no longer automatically recommend or emphasize posts that make misleading claims about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, including material that mischaracterizes conditions in conflict zones or makes false allegations of war crimes or atrocities against civilians. READ MORE  FEATURED ARTICLE   Asbestos? Lead? It Pays To Do Things Right Promoted by Optimum Seismic, Inc. Many older homes and apartment buildings contain lead and asbestos. Owners sometimes downplay the health hazards these substances pose to humans and the environment alike, and feel tempted to bypass the rules by removing these contaminants undercover — hoping that no one finds out. LEARN MORE   .DISASTER TECHNOLOGY NEWS Next-generation search & rescue: body cameras, live streaming Homeland Security News Wire Typically, search and rescue teams in the wilderness use radio, in-person briefings, text messaging, drones and paper forms to communicate and coordinate their efforts. New digital tools have the potential to revolutionize wilderness search and rescue efforts. READ MORE Puerto Rico's newest disaster-fighting tool works even when the power goes out Direct Relief A new communications network will help community health centers across the island get what they need during emergencies, so they can continue responding. READ MORE .CERTIFICATION UPDATE Final reminder — IAEM is seeking new Certification Commissioners IAEM IAEM is accepting applications from CEMs who are interested in joining the Certification Commission. Details can be found on the IAEM website. The application deadline is June 1, 2022. Certification Commissioners receive a complimentary IAEM Annual Conference registration plus a waived recertification fee upon completion of one three-year term. Contact Kate McClimans with any questions. .EM CALENDAR 'Cultivating Equity in AI' webinar to be held 11:00 a.m. EDT, June 2, 2022 IAEM Chauncia Willis, co-founder and CEO of the Institute for Diversity and Inclusion in Emergency Management (I-DIEM) is the presenter at the upcoming I-DIEM webinar that is being presented in partnership with IAEM, I-DIEM, 4Cast, and Spin Global. The presentation will cover understanding the need for equity; acknowledging the value of equity from the beginning; understanding that we make unintentional mistakes that cause harm; how to commit to equity; and how to prevent further harm to underserved populations. Register now. First Alert powered by Dataminr is offering a 'Developing a Hurricane Preparedness Strategy Through Historic and Real-Time Information' panel on June 14 IAEM First Alert, powered by Dataminr, is bringing together experts Mark Hoekzema, director of meteorological operations at Earth Networks, Michelle Oblinsky, deputy state coordinator at the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, and Erin Sutton, chief deputy coordinator at the Virginia Department of Emergency Management for a panel on "Developing a Hurricane Preparedness Strategy Through Historic and Real-Time Information." Join these industry leaders as they share what historic trends to look for when preparing for a hurricane, how to utilize publicly available information as the storm reaches landfall, and the response initiatives to keep agency employees and the community safe. The webinar will be held at 11:00 a.m. EDT, June 14. If you are unable to attend the webinar live, please register and a video recording will be sent following the event. Register now. NHSA hosts the National Homeland Security Conference in Cleveland in July IAEM From July 11-14, NHSA will host its four-day National Homeland Security Conference in Cleveland, Ohio. This year, attendees can expect to learn about emerging trends in homeland security and see the new equipment to support their mission. Registration is open and the current rate for registration is $725. The National Homeland Security Conference brings together U.S. professionals in homeland security, law enforcement, fire, and emergency management. Attendees include officials in federal agencies, nonprofit agencies, business owners, universities, and decision makers in these fields. Last year's conference was groundbreaking for exhibitors and attendees. The NHSC 2022 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio, promises to deliver another record-breaking experience. Visit the conference website for more information. Register here. .IAEM-LATIN AMERICA NEWS Brazil — Rising rivers affect 300,000 in Amazonas State FloodList Rising rivers in Brazil’s Amazonas state have affected over 300,000 people according to state officials. Rivers including the Negro, Amazon, Jurua, Purus, Madeira and Solimões have been rising for some time. READ MORE .AROUND THE WORLD New Mexico fire could destroy 1,000 homes, governor says Government Technology Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire, the biggest in New Mexico history, could be responsible for the loss of between 1,000 to 1,500 homes and structures and displacing as many as 10,000 people. In a news conference, Lujan Grisham acknowledged she did not have hard figures — most recent estimates had put losses of homes at 366 — but added "given the nature of this fire ... I don't think it's an exaggeration." READ MORE Michigan tornado was EF3 with 150 mph winds, 17-mile path Government Technology The deadly tornado that touched down in Gaylord on Friday was an EF3 with winds reaching 150 mph, according to the National Weather Service. It was the first EF3 or greater in Michigan since 2012, when a twister ripped through the Dexter area. Gaylord’s tornado had a path of 16.6 miles, was active for 20 minutes and had a width at one point of 200 yards, according to the weather service’s Gaylord office. READ MORE At least 11 dead in wake of Michigan tornado, Canada derecho Yale Climate Connections Record-warm air sweeping unusually far north for May provided the fuel for a multi-day barrage of severe weather across eastern North America. The standout events included a deadly tornado in Gaylord, Michigan, on Friday and a massive derecho that brought destructive thunderstorm-driven winds across Canada’s most populated region. READ MORE Tornado hits western German city; dozens injured* The Associated Press A tornado swept through the western German city of Paderborn on Friday, injuring dozens of people as it blew away roofs, toppled trees and sent debris flying for miles, authorities said. Meteorologists had warned that heavy rainfall and hail were expected in western and central Germany, with storms producing wind gusts up to 130 kph (81 mph). Storms had already disrupted traffic, uprooted trees that toppled onto rail tracks and roads, and flooded hundreds of basements in western Germany. READ MORE Whiteshell property owners prepare to stay and fight flood despite evacuation order* CBC Resort owner Amy Vereb says she will be one of many people in the Whiteshell staying behind to protect their properties from rising floodwaters after an expanded evacuation order goes into effect Tuesday. "There's lots of us out here that this is all we have, and I just don't think that people realize that," said Vereb, who owns Otter Falls Resort. "This isn't just cottage country." READ MORE Two killed, 120 wounded in Abu Dhabi restaurant gas explosion The Times of India Two people were killed and 120 injured when a gas cylinder exploded inside a restaurant in the United Arab Emirates' capital, Abu Dhabi, police said. Civil defense firefighters managed to contain the fire, which damaged several shops and the facades of six buildings, the police added. READ MORE Dozens dead, millions stranded as floods ravage Bangladesh and India Agence France-Presse via The Guardian Heavy rains have caused widespread flooding in parts of Bangladesh and India, leaving millions stranded and at least 57 dead, officials say. In Bangladesh, about 2 million people have been marooned by the worst floods in the country’s north-east for nearly two decades. READ MORE   IAEM Dispatch Connect with IAEM Hailey Golden, Director of Publishing, MultiView, 469-420-2630 | Download media kit Bob Kowalski, Executive Editor, MultiView, 469-420-2650 | Contribute news *Article contributed by the Emergency Manager's Weekly Report. International Association of Emergency Managers 201 Park Washington Court  |  Falls Church, VA 22046-4527  Elizabeth B. Armstrong, MAM, CAE, IAEM CEO, IAEM Executive Director Dawn M. 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