Emergency Management News Monitoring

TDEM Opens Registration for 2026 Texas Emergency Management Conference

|  February 23, 2026  | The Conference runs May 26-29 at the Fort Worth Convention Center AUSTIN – The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) announced today that registration is officially open for the 2026 Texas Emergency Management Conference, …

Gentry County Emergency Management Stresses Burning Caution With Dry Conditions

Gentry County Office of Emergency Management is urging caution with abnormally dry conditions increasing the wildland fire risk for the county. According to Thursday’s U.S. Drought Monitor, Gentry County is considered to be “Abnormally Dry” in the latest …

Emergency Management commissioner looks at city's storm response

According to NY1 meteorologists, the snow will begin to melt due to higher temperatures above the freezing mark, unlike last month’s snowstorm. While the heavy snowfall is over, city officials are still advising New Yorkers to take public transportation …

City leaders monitoring Franklin ice jams, emergency management team activated

FRANKLIN — After a resident notified the fire department about a flooding threat caused by ice buildup on the Winnipesaukee River Saturday night, city leaders are monitoring the river, although it has already cleared up significantly. City staff issued a …

Liquid fertilizer spill on roadway in Franklin County, Office of Emergency Management says

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill. — According to the Franklin County Office of Emergency Management & Communications, a liquid fertilizer spill is currently impacting the roadway on State Highway 154 at Perry County Line.  According to a release from the agency, …

NYC Mayor Mamdani Provides Weather Updates at Emergency Management Headquarters

New NYC Emergency Management Commissioner oversees storm response

Christina Farrell, who was just named commissioner of New York City’s Office of Emergency Management last week, is overseeing the city’s response to a major snowstorm that has dumped more than a foot of snow across much of the city. “It’s been quite a week …

The Poirier Group acquires emergency management specialist Sandhurst Consulting

The Poirier Group (TPG), a Toronto-headquartered management consulting firm, has acquired Sandhurst Consulting, a Calgary-based emergency management consulting firm. Founded in 2014 by Stuart Carver, Sandhurst helps organizations confront threats to their …

NYS Emergency Management: Search and rescue teams will be on Long Island during major snowstorm

The New York State Office of Emergency Management is doing their best to keep communities safe during Sunday's major snowstorm. Director Pete Cichetti says search and rescue teams will be stationed across Long Island. “The main message here is we want …

Secret Service, TSA and FEMA workers going unpaid amid DHS shutdown: ‘Bad policy & bad politics’

Republican lawmakers are accusing their Democratic counterparts of “undermining” national security and emergency preparedness amid the partial government shutdown that has left the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) unfunded for more than a week.  The …

The new Big Dig: New England cleans up after record-breaking blizzard. Follow live updates.

pinned Top 10 epic snow totals across Rhode Island and Massachusetts By Ken Mahan, Globe Staff Monday’s Blizzard of ’26 dumped more than 3 feet of snow in many portions of Rhode Island, and well over 30 inches in parts of Massachusetts. Here are the top …

Gov’t, IDF had no approved mass civilian evacuation plan pre-Oct. 7, comptroller report finds

The government and IDF entered the Israel-Hamas War without an approved national operational plan for evacuating civilians and were forced to manage the displacement of more than 200,000 Israelis through an ad hoc system that left local authorities …

Senate to vote on DHS funding as Congress returns without a deal

Washington — The Senate is set to take procedural vote Tuesday on funding for the Department of Homeland Security as a partial government shutdown stretches into an 11th day.  But a swift end to the impasse appears out of reach as lawmakers return to …

‘Emergency management is everybody’s responsibility’: Shelburne preps for disasters with volunteer training

Sign up for the Recorder's morning newsletter and get essential news each day. SHELBURNE — Emergency Management Director Tom Williams says different disasters require different responses, and responses can vary based on resource availability. That’s …

More red states eye the no-income-tax model. Will it work?

As Georgia lawmakers grind through their legislative session in Atlanta, one issue has stood out as their priority: voters’ wallets. Republicans have been looking to regain ground on Americans’ “affordability” concerns, an issue Democrats have capitalized …

National Weather Service spotter talk to be held

Submitted by Eddie Aldrine Nemaha County Emergency Management Direct It’s that time of year again — severe weather season is right around the corner. Each year, the National Weather Service (NWS) designates the first week of March as Severe Weather …

The season is here. Be prepared.

It seems like this winter has been unusually warm and it feels as if actual winter weather days have been few and far between. With recent temperatures hanging around the 50s and 60s, most of us are itching for spring, despite the first day of spring not …

New Bedford area begins digging out from blizzard. Tuesday updates.

1:54 pm ETShare this update Rochester requests front-end loaders from the state Linda Murphy Four hours ago, Eversource updated the town of Rochester that 1,437 customers are currently without power, according to Town Administrator Cam Durant. They have …

Community tornado drill set for March 9 in Duncan

A tornado drill to practice safety will come to the Duncan community next month. The tornado practice drill will bring together City of Duncan’s Emergency Management, the U.S. National Weather Service Norman and other community partners in the exercise …

Actor and Director Aisha Tyler Urges Adults to Prioritize Blood Pressure Control

ATLANTA , GA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Actor and director Aisha Tyler is partnering with the CDC Foundation to launch Hypertension Bites, a new national campaign focused on one of the most urgent and preventable …

Dental Equipment Financing Guide 2026: Complete Resource Released for Practice Owners (New Industry Report)

Learn how to finance dental equipment through IRAEmpire's new "Dental Equipment Financing" guide for 2026. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IRAEmpire is pleased to announce the release of its …

ACE Fire Protection Spotlights Wholesale Fire Extinguishers Sales Trends for Multi-Property Portfolios in 2026

ACE Fire Protection outlines 2026 fire extinguisher purchasing trends, helping multi-property teams standardize equipment, documentation, and service planning. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ACE Fire …

Ambrosia Behavioral Health Expands its Locations in South Florida

To meet the need of rising cases of substance abuse and dependence Ambrosia has expanded its detox program for those dependent on alcohol and other substances. WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ambrosia …

Karns & Karns Personal Injury and Accident Attorneys Announce Full-Service Litigation Across Phoenix and Scottsdale

Following a successful launch, family-owned firm expands its Arizona practice to include motor vehicle accidents, trucking collisions, and wrongful death cases. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Karns & …

Understanding Unexpected Death: Why Independent Autopsies Matter in Cases Without Clear Cause

When a loved one passes away unexpectedly, the shock is often compounded by unanswered questions. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In cases where a cause of death is not immediately apparent, or when a county …

Introducing StressHealth™: A Human-Centered Approach to Employee Well-Being

StressHealth™ helps organizations boost employee well-being and resilience through a human-centered, evidence-based approach. FORT WORTH, TX, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Institute of Stress (AIS), the …

Trilogy’s $2.5M goal for Mental Health Center within reach, Board rallies support to raise $146K as Trilogy Day nears

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trilogy, a nonprofit community behavioral healthcare organization, is entering the final phase of its Breaking Down Walls for Mental Health campaign to fund the renovation of its …

Colorado Springs to Host Groundbreaking High-Rise Firefighting Summit at the state’s First Air Standpipe-Equipped Hotel

Conference Brings National Experts to Address Critical Air Supply Challenges in Modern Firefighting; Municipal Leaders Urged to Understand Firefighter Air Needs COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With …

Parallel Flight Granted FAA 44807 Exemption, Unlocking U.S. Commercial Operations of Heavy-Lift Hybrid UAS

Regulatory milestone clears path for nationwide commercial deployment of Firefly heavy-lift, long-endurance hybrid UAS LA SELVA BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Parallel Flight Technologies today announced it has …

Brooklyn Addresses Recurrent Seasonal Pest Attacks with Eco-friendly Extermination Methodologies by Optimum Pest Control

Brooklyn combats pest infestations with eco-friendly extermination from Optimum Pest Control, ensuring safe, effective protection for homes and businesses. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pest infestations …

Titan Pest Services Broadens its Residential Pest Control Services for Safer, Healthier Homes

Titan Pest Services Expands its Residential Pest Control Services to Protect Homes for Long-Term Comfort CLOSTER, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Titan Pest Services, a reliable pest control service, is strengthening …

Protecting the Protectors: New Program Detects PFAS in Firefighters’ Gear

PFAS is a threat to firefighters’ health. Forever Analytical has launched a new screening program for firefighters, gear + textile manufacturers to detect PFAS. SOUTH BEND, IN, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In 2014, one month …

Four Years After Russia's Invasion of Ukraine, Global Crises Expose Critical Civil Defence Gaps, Warns Fortivus CEO

Resilience company CEO warns civil defence gaps exposed by Ukraine conflict, Gaza crisis, pandemics & climate disasters leave populations critically vulnerable. TALLINN, ESTONIA, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the world marks …

Precise Property Maintenance Promotes Free Quotes and Key Parking Lot Accessories for Dallas–Fort Worth Businesses

Precise Property Maintenance Offers Free Quotes and Highlights Parking Lot Accessories for Safer Commercial Properties DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Precise Property Maintenance, a trusted commercial property service …

Pride Plumbing Heating & Cooling Announces Limited-Time 8% Discount on Boiler and Furnace Services

Pride Plumbing Heating & Cooling launches a seasonal 8% discount on professional boiler and furnace services. GRAND JUNCTION, CO, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pride Plumbing Heating & Cooling in Grand Junction, …

Discount Drain Cleaning Provides Advanced No Dig CIPP Lining and Trenchless Sewer Repair Solutions in Las Vegas

Discount Drain Cleaning delivers CIPP lining and trenchless sewer repair services for reliable, no dig sewer restoration. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Discount Drain Cleaning announces the expansion of …

Benchmark Electric, LLC Awarded Contract to Install Cummins Diesel Generator at Shelby County Fire Station 61

Memphis-Area Contractor Continues to Power Critical Emergency Response Infrastructure Across the Mid-South CORDOVA, TN, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Benchmark Electric, LLC, a leading Memphis-area electrical contractor …

Cribs for Kids Launches Professional Trainings to Strengthen Cross-System Safe Sleep Education

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every day, professionals and first responders across the country step into homes, classrooms, hospitals, and emergency scenes where they encounter families with infants. They …

Your Doctors Online Enhances Access to Timely Prescriptions Through Physician-Led Virtual Care Platform

24/7 physician-led virtual care provides faster access to prescriptions while maintaining clinical standards and continuity of care TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Your Doctors Online (YDO), a global virtual healthcare …