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The author of "Diary From the Dome, Reflections on Fear and Privilege During Katrina" has set up a fun one question survey for anyone to participate in depending on if the New Orleans Saints defeat the Indianapolis Colts.

The International Red Cross in Spain has taken delivery of three high performance RIBs (Rigid Inflatable Boats) from Zodiac MILPRO that will be used for search and rescue operations around Spain.

Emergency Kits Can Help Residents Survive Disasters

The author of "Diary From the Dome, Reflections on Fear and Privilege During Katrina", Paul Harris has pledged to the Superdome management to spend one full work day cleaning bathrooms for free in the Superdome the next time he travels to the Dome.

The author of "Diary From the Dome, Reflections on Fear and Privilege During Katrina" will mail one free copy of his non-fiction saga of life in the Superdome to any U.S. library for every point the Saints score against the Cardinals January 16, 2010

"Diary From the Dome" author Harris has pledged 1/2 of any of his profits to charities helping to rebuild the NOLA area. Proceeds are from any new purchases of "Diary From the Dome" between now and Dec. 31, 2009.

The American Red Cross, Cape Fear Chapter in Wilmington, North Carolina launches new social media initiatives, and web site to attract needed volunteers in a disaster prone area.

In 2007 the Bird Flu virus mutated into a form that could more easily infect human beings. One more major mutation could start a worldwide pandemic, the likes of which has never been seen.

A Hurricane Watch Remains in Effect for Cabo San Lucas for Category 2 Hurricane Rick. The Villa Group has taken all the warranted precautionary measures to ensure the comfort and safety of hotel guests.

Author Paul Harris has pledge that 25% of his book profits from "Diary of the Dome, Reflections on Fear and Privilege During Katrina" will go to charities in the New Orleans area. He challenges Obama to redirect 25% of Iraq spending to our own Gulf.

Paul Harris has pledge that 25% of his book profits from "Diary of the Dome, Reflections on Fear and Privilege During Katrina" will go to charities in the New Orleans area. He challenges Obama to redirect 25% of Iraq spending to our own Gulf area.

Paul Harris was a San Diego tourist who was unable to get out of New Orleans after the evacuation was issued. His memoir is a first person account of the horrific conditions he encountered in and around the Superdome.

Applied Mitigation Sciences has launched All-Secure Premier™, a concierge-type emergency and disaster preparedness service designed for ultra-affluent individuals and families worldwide.

LeveesNotWar.org marks the fourth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina with a top-to-bottom redesign of its web site and expansion of features.

The public now has a better window into where government stands with insurance companies and insurance consumers

Aeonian Brick Homes (ABH) has started building the first Platinum rated, LEED Certified Home that will be impervious to termite and insect damage, will not support the growth of black mold and mildew and is waterproof.

Get a Reliable Generator in South Florida Before its Too Late

Two years after Katrina a Stewart electronic sign comes back to life

A Way For The Public To Monitor Government On The Matter Of Insurance Consumer Protection Has Been Developed By Antone P. Braga

At this time of crisis, we should utilize all means you can to elevate your business...get more buzz or spread the words out there about your company and what more better way to get those for FREE while doing a good cause for your community?

Infinitum Technologies and WaveColo want to lend a hand to Florida business owners by offering discounted colocation and bandwidth protection services without requiring monthly or annual term contracts of any kind during the 2009 Hurricane season.

The International Hurricane Protection Association will hold its August Meeting at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. The event features a General Meeting with Guest Speaker, Luncheon and Panel Discussion featuring noted Hurricane Protection experts.

Is it worth taking a risk when your family’s safety is on the line? Recently, media outlets have been reporting a noticeable increase of dealers selling unproven or unsafe hurricane protection products to unknowing consumers in Florida.

Learn how to protect your home windows from hurricane-force wind and rain with a proper plywood board-up. Also discover other window protection options including laminated glass in storm windows.

In the hours or days after any natural disaster, having an adequate supply of healthy nutritious food can make the difference between endurance and misery. A simple, easy to use guide is now available for planning the emergency food cache.

With the start of hurricane season fast approaching, it is time South Florida residents get prepared. Getting ready now can prevent residents from making mistakes that could put their family in harms way.

Traditionally, power outages in tropical storms or hurricanes often prohibit stranded folks from receiving critical weather updates or evacuation directions in their time of need. Now, all one needs is a mobile phone with web access.

Group Outlines Risks Involved in Using Counterfeit Contractors Using unlicensed contractors to repair storm damaged home can have legal and financial liabilities for home-owners who hire them. NARI of Tampa Bay offers tips on how to avoid problems.

Survival Kits Online an emergency disaster preparedness store moves to a new location. One business expands during a time when other business suffer and go out of business

Find out what happens when a gerbil finds himself abandoned in his house during one of the worst natural disasters to hit the United States in The Adventures of Fillmore the Gerbil!

Using a Home referral service like Pro Magik can connect you to local top rated contractors without having to do the searching. Their simple online form connects you to quality contractors who have been pre-screened for licensing and insurance.......

Proceeds will benefit single mothers burdened by the Hurricane Katrina

International Action protects water supplies for some 400,000 Haitians and hopes to reach all 1.5 million residents in Port-au-Prince in five years.

New research presented in the fall issue of American Entomologist suggests Formosan subterranean termites damaged New Orleans dikes.

Mazk Management and Sea Breeze Condos Work Choose MorningStar to Professionally Estimate Claims and Perform Reconstruction for Hurricane-Hit Multi-Family Apartments and Businesses

Green Homes made in the USA utilizing shipping containers which also makes them hurricane strength!

With hurricane season in full-swing, Georgia mosquitoes are becoming an increasing concern.

New England Patriots defensive linemanJarvis Green Helps Katrina Victim

The economic downturn of the 1980s was the backdrop for POOKOO, a satire by novelist D.L. Shiloh. The new book is about an out-of-work proofreader with marriage woes. Its author says the financial hard times in 2008 might be worse than ever.

Advanced Auto and Advanced Tire & Repair of Denton Tx, are offering employement to auto repair technicians affected by Hurricane Ike. Our goal is to lessen the immediate finacial burden of those who can't go home, or those who have lost everything.

–In the wake of Hurricane Ike hitting Landfall on Galveston Island in Texas, Saturday September 13th, Chicago super group, Project: Fr3sh is planning to donate proceeds from album sales to Hurricane Relief.

The airline safety and security web site AirSafe.com provides passengers with instructions on how to deal with travel disruptions due to hurricane activity, including audio and video podcasts.

Alpha Risk Services, a Florida based risk management company specializing in multi-family housing, identifies ways to reduce insurance costs at both the corporate and property level, saving property owners thousands a year

This yearly event is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Ready Campaign and will include 1800 coalition members who hold activities geared toward public awareness.

The International Journal of Social Economics, published by Emerald Group Publishing Limited, has devoted a special Issue to “The Katrina Disaster and New Orleans.”

Tropical Storm Edouard hit the upper Texas coast early on Tuesday, bringing driving rains and winds near 65 mph (100 kmh), U.S. forecasters said

Beautiful Words LLC presents AFTER THE STORM an inspirational stageplay about a family of Hurricane Katrina evacuees who start life over in Atlanta.

Randy Steen Aluminum Products Inc., a sixteen year veteran of South Florida's hurricane protection market, launches it's first website to counter slumping residential installations of shutters and impact windows.

Even when the power is out after a storm, you can use a Portable Air Conditioner with a generator to keep your cool.

The Road to Ready internet radio show will feature readiness information for hurricanes on July 25th. The special guest will be Craig Fugate, Director of Florida State Division of Emergency Management.