S&T Snapshots: Bomb Threat? An App for that, too

Subject: S&T Snapshots: Bomb Threat? An App for that, too

 

 

 

 

S&T Snapshots: Bomb Threat? An App for that, too 

 

  

 

Caption: Homeland Security's new smartphone application for bomb threats

 

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate and its public and private sector partners have developed a must-have "app": the First Responder Support Tools (FiRST) for computers and smartphones.

 

At approximately 6:30 pm on Saturday, May 1, 2010, a smoking SUV in Times Square was reported by alert street vendors. Acting quickly, NYPD evacuated vast stretches on 7th and 8th Avenues, including Broadway theatres and several other buildings and hotels in the area. The entire area was barricaded. Times Square on a Saturday evening before the shows is teaming with people, and the terrorist knew that. The bomb failed, but had it detonated, it would have killed and wounded many, according to NYPD.

 

In the first chaotic moments after suspicion of a bomb threat, first responders have a myriad of questions, assessments, and decisions to make, all at once, and all the while the scene could be changing rapidly. Is the bomb real? How large is the potential blast radius? Where will we evacuate people? Are there any critical infrastructure or special-needs population centers in the vicinity? Any schools, hospitals nearby? What roads should be closed? Which roads should stay open for evacuees? And on and on....

 

What if they could get all this information in one place?

 

Now they can: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) and its public and private sector partners have developed a must-have "app": the First Responder Support Tools (FiRST) for computers and smartphones.

 

 *Interested in learning more? Read the full S&T Snapshots story. Do you have any questions about the publication? Please email st.snapshots@hq.dhs.gov.

 

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Fwd: EMForum.org Program, June 27, 12:00 Noon Eastern -- SBA Disaster Assistance

U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Disaster Assistance
for Homeowners, Renters, and Businesses of all Sizes

June 27, 2012 -- 12:00 Noon Eastern

EMForum.org is pleased to host a one hour presentation and interactive discussion Wednesday, June 27, 2012, beginning at 12:00 Noon Eastern time (please convert to your local time). Our topic will be the services that are provided by the U.S. Small Business Administration in the aftermath of a declared disaster, including low interest loans to businesses and individuals to repair or replace real estate, personal property, machinery and equipment, inventory and business assets that have been damaged or destroyed.

Our guests will include Kevin Wynne, Public Information Officer with the SBA's Disaster Assistance Office in Sacramento, CA since 2006. When disasters strike, Kevin travels to impacted communities to explain the SBA Disaster Loan Program and helps disaster victim's access and obtain long-term recovery assistance. Mr. Wynne joined the SBA just weeks after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita struck the Gulf Coast serving in the Loan Processing Department where he underwrote hundreds of disaster loan applications.

Also joining us is Mary "Kathy" Cook, Public Affairs Specialist with the SBA's Disaster Assistance Office in Atlanta, GA, where she is proactive in providing information on the Disaster Recovery Program as well as responding to inquiries from the media, government officials, and the public. Her experience with SBA exceeds 20 years during which time she served victims of some of the most devastating disasters including Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Andrew, the Mid-West Floods, and the Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001.

Please make plans to join us, and see the Background Page for links to related resources and participant Instructions. On the day of the program, use the Webinar Login link not more than 30 minutes before the scheduled time. The password is attend. As always, please feel free to extend this invitation to your colleagues.

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Fwd: jobs

Supervisory Public Health Advisor (Quarantine Program)
USAJOBS - Atlanta, GA
overseeing a variety of public health programs and... immigrants, refugees). 3. Knowledge of public health preparedness and emergency response policies... 
ArmedServicesJobs.com - Jun 14

Public Health Program Manager 2

Idaho Division of Human Resources - Caldwell, ID

Education, training, or experience in public health preparedness (see question #8 on the examination). The State of Idaho, Dept. of Health and Welfare receives... $23.39 - $34.62 an hour

Idaho Division of Human Resources - Jun 11

HEALTH RESOURCE ANALYST 2

Carson, CA

Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Additional Position Experience This position requires...

Las Vegas Review Journal - Jun 12

Emergency Preparedness Specialist - new

Essentia Health - Duluth, MN

Bachelors Degree in related field. Plans and implements the program for emergencypreparedness for Essentia East. Work involves coordination of all operational... Essentia Health - 2 days ago - save job - block - email - more...

Emergency Preparedness Coordinator - new

Edmonds Community College - Lynnwood, WA

Prior training experience, developing training materials, and making public presentations. No paper submissions will be accepted. To apply, please go to www... $42,600 - $50,910 a year Edmonds Community College - 1 day ago - save job - block - email - more...

Emergency Preparedness Administrator - new

Wayne County Government, MI - Wayne, MI

The Department Administrator (1) Emergency Preparedness, reporting to the Medical Director, will be responsible for formulating administrative and operational...$60,662 - $88,870 a year American Public Health Association - 1 day ago - save job - block - email - more...

Security & Emergency Preparedness Manager.* - new

Kennedy Health System - Stratford, NJ

Assists the Director of Safety & Security in oversight of the Security and EmergencyManagement Programs. Works with Director to ensure a safe and secure work... Monster - 5 days ago - save job - block - email - more...

Emergency Mgmt Planner, Sr - new

WellCare - Tampa, FL

Provide support as an operational planner for emergency management preparedness and disaster operations planning. Ensure close coordination between respective... WellCare - 23 hours ago - save job - block - email - more...

Emergency Management Specialist - new

U.S. Agency for International Development - Washington, DC

Skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning program operations.... $74,872 - $115,742 a year usajobs.gov - 2 days ago - save job - block - email - more...

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Fwd: Israel HLS conference

Dear colleagues,   I would like to draw your attention to the Israeli Homeland Security conference on November 2012. More details you can find on- http://www.israelhls2012.com/

Fwd: Formidable Footprint - Tornado / Pandemic / Hurricane Exercises

Please Share This Important Disaster Exercise Opportunity With Others

 

National Community / Neighborhood Exercise Series

 

The series of Formidable Footprint exercises for neighborhood, community and faith based organizations continues.

 

June 30 – Tornado / July 28 – Pandemic / August 25 – Hurricane  

 

Exercises have also been scheduled for the following scenarios:

Earthquake – Flood – Wildfire

 

The Formidable Footprint exercise series has been developed in accordance with Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) protocols. The objective of the exercise series is for CERTs, Neighborhood Watch Programs, Neighborhood Associations, Community / Faith Based Organizations, Citizen Corps, Fire Corps and others to work as a team to become better prepared for the next disaster their community may face.

 

There is NO CHARGE for participation in any of the Formidable Footprint exercises.

 

For additional information or to register for up-coming exercises please access the following web site today:  

 

www.FormidableFootprint.org

 

Stay informed regarding future exercises by joining the Formidable Footprint LinkedIn Group.

 

Please Share This Important Disaster Exercise Opportunity With Others