http://news.prlog.org/tag/disaster/disaster - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12135190-the-caves-series-released-on-amazon.htmlIf you woke up in the morning to a radically altered world, what would you do? Would you know how to survive? If someone asked you to make a choice today about what you believe in, could you give a definitive answer? http://www.prlog.org/12134337-plan-your-disaster-recovery-strategy-with-intertec-hp-double-take.htmlIntertec, in collaboration with HP & Double Take recently organized a seminar on ‘Plan Your Disaster Recovery Strategy’. This seminar was held on 8 May, 2013 at Ritz Carlton, DIFC, Dubai directed towards those who are involved in IT planning. http://www.prlog.org/12126718-dean-mitchell-restoration-launches-stormdisasteremeregency-preparedness-software.htmlCompany is only one in Florida with program accessible from a smartphone. http://www.prlog.org/12125950-advice-unlimited-president-discusses-how-to-integrate-social-media-into-crisis-communications-plan.htmlSandy Levine details effective ways to use social media during disasters at the 2013 NAGC Communications School http://www.prlog.org/12115285-399th-danbury-composite-squadron-awards-disaster-relief-ribbons.htmlCivil Air Patrol Cadets from the 399th Danbury Composite Squadron Awarded Disaster Relief Ribbons for their actions during and after Hurricane Sandy. By Capt. Peter Milano, Public Affairs Officer, 399th Danbury Composite Squadron, Connecticut Wing http://www.prlog.org/12112432-volunteer-lawyers-for-justice-provides-pro-bono-legal-aid-to-nj-victims-of-superstorm-sandy.htmlNew Disaster Legal Response and Preparedness Program Includes Pro Bono Legal Clinics, Extended Representation and Statewide... http://www.prlog.org/12110669-cmc-government-supply-customizes-cert-kits-and-medical-supplies-for-cert-teams.htmlCMC Government Supply Professional CERT Kits save CERT Teams time and money by providing quality CERT products assembled and packaged in CERT backpacks so their team members are ready for spring and the emergencies that come with... http://www.prlog.org/12109401-what-do-haiti-heifers-and-hi-tech-have-in-common-bethel-united-methodist-church-in-bethel-ct.htmlBethel, CT, April 1, 2013 – Bethel United Methodist Church in Bethel, CT, will raise monies for reconstruction of Haiti after massive destruction by two recent natural disasters by combining social media with a national fundraising... http://www.prlog.org/12089561-give2asia-welcomes-henry-tang-as-new-chief-financial-officer.htmlGive2Asia, a US-based 501(c)3 social enterprise that specializes in funding charitable projects and organizations in Asia, welcomes Henry Tang as its new Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Tang joined Give2Asia at the beginning of February 2013. http://www.prlog.org/12085717-david-rayds-new-book-pamphlet-available-on-smashwords-download-it-today.htmlAmerica in the 21st century? Two paths of consequence beckon, and in this comedic composition, undergird with severity, divergent futures are laid out for any and all willing to Face the Future http://www.prlog.org/12082556-the-safe-way-is-the-right-way-with-the-manufacturers-suppliers-of-dedicated-safety-solutions-from.htmlSAFETY EXHIBITION (Safetyex) is a huge event & focuses on overall safety. The event brings together all safety professionals to meet & do business with the manufacturers & suppliers of dedicated safety solutions from all the sectors. http://www.prlog.org/12078466-cmc-government-supply-encourages-purchasing-or-assembling-an-emergency-kit-now-for-the-home-or-offic.htmlWaiting until later may be too late, prepare to protect your family now! http://www.prlog.org/12062063-sba-consulting-ltd-survives-sandy-seeking-to-assist-businesses-with-mitigation-and-recovery.htmlSBA * Consulting can apply lessons-learned and assist other businesses in the mitigation, business continuity and recovery phases of any business disaster. Now is the best time, to ascertain where deficiencies lie, and correct them. http://www.prlog.org/12051731-cmc-government-supply-expands-emergency-preparedness-product-line-with-new-emergency-kit.htmlMake sure you are prepared and have all the right supplies when an emergency strikes! http://www.prlog.org/12037175-disasterpreparednet-offers-look-beyond-the-veil-of-corporate-teaching.htmlWhile emergency communications are essential in time of crisis, there is little if any focus on the insurance industry's role and lack of meaningful information available to disaster survivors. Crucial information should reach them before too late. http://www.prlog.org/12031617-affordable-business-continuity-planning-bcp-for-small-business.htmlA new set of BCP tools to help small businesses prepare for disasters without spending a lot of money in software and consulting fees. http://www.prlog.org/12031414-kent-police-nabs-acronis-for-faster-easier-and-more-efficient-backups.htmlAcronis has been selected by Kent Police to supply a fast, flexible and efficient disaster recovery and data protection system to protect more than 500TB of data created, stored and used by its 6,000 employees. http://www.prlog.org/12022079-viasat-part-of-prime-contract-valued-up-to-10-billion-in-support-of-us-army.htmlIndefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract sets up competition for supply of hardware, software, engineering, logistics, development, test, and support http://www.prlog.org/12020152-everybodysafecom-responds-to-super-storm-sandy-and-future-natural-disasters.htmlEverybodysafe.com, Inc., a Libertyville, IL based emergency communications company, responds to Super Storm Sandy by offering its services at no-charge to the people affected by the storm and all those who may be affected by natural disaster. http://www.prlog.org/12014966-no-pipe-dream-automated-flood-home-rebuilding-idea-spreads-in-disaster-states.htmlFlorida “Think Tank” Alerts Flood Agencies to Automated Building Alternative. Automated home builder goes to flood site-creates house in 2 weeks from extruded wall sections assembled by unskilled labor. Creates local jobs. Looks like "stickbuilt" http://www.prlog.org/12011015-youth-and-hurricane-sandy-staying-calm-within-the-storm.htmlPsychological precautions and interventions to address the emotional needs of children and teens affected by the threat of, media portrayal of and result of epic hurricane Sandy for parents, teachers, and community leaders. http://www.prlog.org/12005576-harris-digital-services-presents-business-disaster-preparedness-seminar-nov-15.htmlHaddonfield, N.J., Event Asks “Is Your Company Ready for an Emergency?” http://www.prlog.org/11999088-northeast-executive-abstract-recovers-from-flood-with-expert-service-providers-technology.htmlExpert Service Providers Responded to Disaster in Less Than 24 Hours to Get Firm Up and Running http://www.prlog.org/11973289-survival-quiz-book-for-group-fun.htmlDesigned to help you learn how to survive a disaster. Quiz your family, friends, and coworkers. Fun for classrooms, meetings, and parties. http://www.prlog.org/11966587-online-retailers-join-wakawaka-campaign-to-fund-free-solar-lamps-for-disaster-victims-in-us.htmlLeading online retailers have partnered with the manufacturer of the WakaWaka Solar Lamp, Off-grid Solutions to deliver Free WakaWaka Solar Lamps to Red Cross, FEMA and other support organizations for U.S. disaster victims. http://www.prlog.org/11911994-national-critical-energy-infrastructure-protection-in-europe.htmlEuropean Energy Seminar 27th – 28th September 2012, Mercure Hotel Berlin an der Charité, Berlin, Germany http://www.prlog.org/11911738-emergency-expert-shares-free-ideas-to-improve-emergency-response.htmlFamous Emergency Manager Releases Free Video Series of Secrets to Help Improve Emergency Response to Disasters http://www.prlog.org/11893959-american-red-cross-wants-you-to-be-prepared-for-hurricane-season.htmlYear around, the American Red Cross prepares for disasters. We also want to make sure our community is also prepared by sharing tips and suggestions how everyone can be ready to weather any kind of disaster. http://www.prlog.org/11874233-readysmith-advisers-publishes-13-simple-things-to-protect-your-business.htmlA continuing series in our new blog to help small/medium sized businesses (SMBs) prepare for emergencies, crises and disasters http://www.prlog.org/11872923-cloud-city-hosting-offers-peace-of-mind-with-new-cloud-server-backup-package.htmlCloud City Hosting pairs Server Backup with Cloud Servers for protection against data loss http://www.prlog.org/11856797-12th-annual-american-red-cross-gourmet-soire-gala.htmlAnnual Fundraising Gala to benefit the American Red Cross Savannah Chapter. http://www.prlog.org/11852114-deadly-tornadoes-is-this-godly-message.htmlArguments over whether recent tornado disasters are divine messages. Some use the event as to strengthen their political position by believers and non-believers as conservatives and liberals. http://www.prlog.org/11845924-titanic-and-the-fall-of-civilizations.htmlOn the 100th anniversary of the tragic voyage of Titanic, author and former Army officer David Warner Mathisen has written "Titanic and the Fall of Civilizations," applying the military concept of situational awareness and a theory of mankind's past. http://www.prlog.org/11843001-saving-san-francisco-probes-relief-and-recovery-after-the-1906-disaster.htmlNew interpretation of San Francisco earthquake unearths social and political fault lines http://www.prlog.org/11837357-goal-joins-rapid-disaster-response-network.htmlIrish-based International aid organization, GOAL, will join a network of experts who can be called upon by the British Government in times of international crisis, such as famine, floods and earthquakes. http://www.prlog.org/11826475-amplivox-introduces-radio-hailers-that-maximize-emergency-management.htmlAmpliVox Sound Systems presents an innovative portable emergency sound system product, the Radio Hailer, that provides a centralized messaging system for effective communication and crowd control in a wide range of emergency situations. http://www.prlog.org/11826348-business-continuity-is-for-life-not-just-bcaw.htmlMany businesses pay little or no attention to what could or would happen in a disaster scenario. After all, that’s what insurance is for, right? http://www.prlog.org/11823027-iff-research-implements-full-backup-and-disaster-recovery-strategy-with-acronis-vmprotect-7.htmlIFF Research, one of the largest independent research companies in the UK, has announced that it has deployed Acronis® vmProtect 7. http://www.prlog.org/11820269-hartman-inventory-records-contents-now-to-ease-the-claims-process-later.htmlNationally certified home inventory professionals help you remember and prove ownership when filing an insurance claim after a loss. http://www.prlog.org/11818589-the-wellcare-community-foundation-to-donate-50000-to-american-red-cross-for-kentucky-relief.htmlThe WellCare Community Foundation is donating $50,000 to the American Red Cross to help Kentucky communities affected by severe weather. Also, WellCare’s associates are organizing outreach events and volunteering their time to help tornado victims. http://www.prlog.org/11789798-3rd-annual-baccha-bash-to-benefit-the-american-red-cross.htmlThe 3rd Annual Baccha Bash integrates social and professional networking with philanthropy. The event is presented by Seacrest Partners and The Paint the Town Red Committee for the local American Red Cross. http://www.prlog.org/11787730-the-cloud-can-save-your-work-do-not-fear-the-inevitable-computer-failure.htmlImagine that your computer failed right now. How would you know what you have lost? How long would it take to redo the work you have already done? How long would it take to just replace the thing? http://www.prlog.org/11787197-better-resources-technologies-and-procedures-lift-uk-business-confidence-claims-acronis-survey.htmlConfidence levels of SMBs in the UK increase 17% according to the Acronis Global Disaster Recovery Index 2012; yet system downtime costing each firm on average £227,538 a year. http://www.prlog.org/11786317-restoration-assessments-is-live.htmlRestoration Assessments launched a website to allow members to assign online testing for their position in the field of restoration. Members will be able to screen applicants without having to sort through the resumes and phone calls to candidates. http://www.prlog.org/11777459-beacon-continuity-launches-consulting-practice-focused-on-disaster-recovery-and-business-continuity.htmlBeacon Continuity today announced the launch of its Business Continuity Consulting practice with Nationally Recognized Business Continuity Expert – Patrick R. Dunn as the Principal Consultant for Beacon Continuity. http://www.prlog.org/11772466-hurricane-wind-power-crank-watt-hand-crank-generator.htmlHurricane Wind Power Releases Crank a Watt Hand Crank Generator http://www.prlog.org/11771242-disaster-recovery-template-version-71-released-by-janco.htmlUpdated Business Impact Section and Electronic Forms Reduce Business Continuity Plan Maintenance and Operational Costs According to Janco http://www.prlog.org/11760212-branch-restoration-joins-nyc-office-of-emergency-mgt-to-launch-partners-in-preparedness-program.htmlBranch Restoration, Inc. has teamed up with the New York City Office of Emergency Management (OEM) to encourage private, not-for-profit, and government organizations throughout the five boroughs to join the Partners in Preparedness program. http://www.prlog.org/11755978-maitland-panel-report-on-uk-regulation.htmlThe Deepwater Horizon oil spill which happened as a result of an explosion on 20 April 2010 killed 11 men working on the platform. http://www.prlog.org/11724788-lincoln-county-health-department-to-host-first-teen-cert-training-march-23-25-2012.htmlThe Lincoln County Health Department will host a basic TEEN CERT class March 23-25, 2012 at their offices located at #5 Health Department Drive in Troy, Missouri.