Disaster Preparedness
We Remember: Govpro looks back at our 9/11 coverage through the years
Here are links to a few of the 9/11 articles from Govpro.com over the past 10 years that address a variety of security, preparedness and health topics....
Governments rely on GIS for disaster planning and response
States and local governments are using geographic information systems (GIS) in novel ways for disaster preparedness and response. Officials say the technology's flexibility lets them create tailor-made tools to deal with calamities....
On the drawing board: Rescue ladder for fire trucks
Orville Douglas Denison, 72, has been modeling his inventions since he was a child, even receiving recognition for his aeronautics concepts that were published in the Academy of Model Aeronautics when he was just 15 years old....
Storehouse of hazardous materials response resources now on the web
National Hazardous Materials Fusion Center officials unveiled a responder-driven data collection, analysis and education Web portal as part of a collaborative effort between the U.S. DOT and IAFC....
Manufacturer delivers beach cleaners to Gulf spill
Cherrington Enterprises' beach cleaning equipment is getting a workout on the Gulf Coast. The company got its initial order from BP for beach cleaning gear shortly after the Deepwater Horizon accident....
Product with long history is fighting Gulf spill
Oil-absorbent booms made from a 3,000-year-old Egyptian hibiscus plant called kenaf are containing the Deepwater Horizon oil spill throughout the Gulf of Mexico....
Need for equipment grows after Deepwater Horizon spill
Oil from the Deepwater Horizon spill is nearing Pensacola Beach in Florida's Panhandle, and government officials are clamoring for beach cleaning equipment....
Work boat firm ramps up production
SeaArk Marine has announced immediate plans to expand its production capacity to respond to needs from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill....
N.Y. county gets wide-ranging public safety radio system
Saratoga County, N.Y., is creating a countywide communications system that will provide interoperability with state, county and local agencies. As part of the setup, the county has inked an $11.8 million contract with Motorola...
First Line Technology and Louis M. Gerson Co. prepare for pandemic
First Line Technology has contracted with Louis M. Gerson Co. to deliver Gerson's respirators to governments that can use them during H1N1, avian influenza and pandemic influenza preparedness....
Governments inspire and drive product innovation
Government demand for more efficient, better-performing products is an innovation engine that is leading to improved products for everyone. According to Steve Greenberg, author of "Gadget Nation: A Journey Through The Eccentric World of Invention," new inventors are specifically targeting the government market with a number of innovative products....
PTI publishes guide to energy assurance grants
"Local Government Energy Assurance Guidelines," published with support from the DOE, addresses energy assurance and security concerns for mission-critical government facilities....
Palm Beach County, Fla., picks Denios for hazardous waste cabinets
The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County, Fla., has contracted with Louisville, Ky.-based Denios to design and manufacture a network of storage cabinets for household hazardous waste accumulation sites around the county....
GSA opens electronic marketplace to non-federal agencies
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has opened its e-Buy online request service to state and local governments. Non-federal agencies now have faster and more direct access to many of the same vendors for products and services that federal agencies use, according to the GSA....
Planning for the unexpected
A successful emergency management plan helps organizations prepare before a crisis for the predictable — and the unexpected....
How are you weathering the storm?
As a result of the relentless barrage of grim economic news in recent weeks, there's been a lot of debate about whether we're headed for a reprise of the Great Depression. ...
Weathering the storm
When she reflects on the June floods that inflicted an estimated $1.3 billion in damage to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, city Purchasing Manager Judy Lehman, CPPB,...
Port of Houston Authority purchases situation-planning technology
The deployment of Situator is scheduled to begin in early August, according to Orsus. The project will integrate hundreds of cameras and access points,...
Emergency backup generators headed to Gopher State
The emergency power supplies will back up radio towers used for 911 and emergency communication systems and ensure uninterrupted service for five Scott...
Shrink wrap protects homes before and after disasters
BioShrink contains antimicrobial additives that inhibit growth of mold, mildew, algae and bacteria to prevent rotting. Combats post-storm dampness, water...
GIS Technology Predicts Coastal Vulnerability and Flooding Risks
A newly improved geographic information systems (GIS) technology is in development by Applied Science Associates (ASA), a Rhode Island-based company. The technology allows local planners to better allocate resources, publicize coastal risks in vulnerable areas, and alert the public to be proactive in preparing for impending floods. ...
Homeland Security Priorities Apparent in Budget
Two years ago, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) came into existence in what the Bush administration has called the largest governmental...
The First 48 Hours: Things to do When Disaster Strikes
First responders usually measure events by hours. But sometimes incidents spiral out of control. A hurricane batters a coastal community....
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