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This is Part 3 of a five-part series on emerging technologies that can enhance the management of and response to future emergencies and disasters. This part focuses on the roles of artificial intelligence and machine learning in responding to emergencies.

The Information Technology Sector is one of 16 sectors identified as critical infrastructure under the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency. Domestic Preparedness invited subject matter experts to answer questions about this sector, including how the sector and its interdependencies can affect any community.

Disasters can occur at anytime. This 2014 article describes some of the cascading effects that can follow a disaster when the electric power grid goes down and how communities can better prepare for them.

This 2017 article addresses an “unimaginable” event that preparedness professionals must anticipate and manage and shares resources that can assist in the process.

This is Part 2 of a five-part series on emerging technologies that can enhance the management of and response to future emergencies and disasters. This part focuses on technologies designed to perform tasks and reduce human risk.

Participants at the National Tribal Emergency Management Council’s annual conference in August shared some key takeaways for tribal and nontribal communities to improve their disaster preparedness efforts. Understanding the concerns and challenges is essential.