Article Out Loud

Recent events have shown how some people risk their lives for their pets. This 2015 article describes how to reduce or eliminate situations that endanger community members, animals, and first responders.

In light of the recent Russian nuclear threat, emphasis on prevention should remain at the forefront. This 2007 report weighed the merits of emphasizing prevention versus response. It’s a good time to revisit this.

This 2008 article serves as reminder to stay vigilant with continued preparedness and not forget the ongoing recovery efforts from many areas recently affected by disasters.

This author reflects on his team’s direct mission to New York in response to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, commonly referred to as 9/11, to consider if communities are more prepared today than they were in 2001.

By JAMES P. HOWARD Ⅱ, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness, September 06, 2023.Targeted-violent events threaten staff and students’ physical, psychological, and emotional well-being in public schools. However, the increasing frequency of these incidents raises concerns about the preparedness of incoming teachers and current staff to handle such