By ARMOND CAGLAR, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, July 24, 2013.

Even multiple isolated incidents may not be enough to raise a red flag that intellectual property theft is being planned. By ensuring that each incident is reported through the proper channels and analyzed along with other reported incidents, agencies and corporations may be able to thwart potential cyber crimes before vital information is jeopardized.

Narrated by Randy Vivian.

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By STEPHEN MALONEY, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, September 30, 2020.

On the afternoon of 23 August 2011, a rumbling in the ductwork was heard overhead in a chemistry classroom on the fourth floor of a brand-new building at Montgomery College in Maryland. As a laboratory safety class was getting ready to begin, the noise quickly transitioned to a swaying of the building – a motion that was soon recognized as an earthquake. The view from the window showed no ripples in the pond below, but dozens of students, faculty, and staff were evacuating multiple buildings. Although the consequences of an earthquake affecting the college would typically be low, the need to more formally address the risk than it had been in the past became apparent. By early in the Fall semester, the college developed a set of practical procedures and protocols to address the actual hazards that present themselves in a region of low earthquake risk, while considering the potential need to quickly assess damages and hazards that an earthquake might present.

Narrated by Randy Vivian.

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By MATTHEW LOESLIE, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, February 22, 2023.

Peaceful protests can occasionally escalate into civil disobedience or unlawful rioting, with those in and around the gathering exhibiting varying behaviors. By working with law enforcement agencies, public safety planners and responders are better equipped to plan and train for events and effectively respond if conditions change. Communication and collaboration are critical.

Narrated by Randy Vivian.

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By NATHAN DIPILLO, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, February 22, 2023.

Integrating information technology (IT) into emergency management and public safety agencies involves understanding an organization’s structure, culture, and mindset, making sound investments, facing challenges, and implementing change. Communication at the federal, state, and local levels is improving, but gaps exist between adapting IT solutions and organizational leadership principles.

Narrated by Randy Vivian.

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By RICHARD SCHOEBERL, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, February 15, 2023.

Examining the trends in political violence, civil unrest, and mass demonstrations, some law enforcement officers are considering new soft-skill approaches like de-escalation and peer intervention and using multiagency exercises to foster a mutual understanding between the agencies throughout the community. This article includes a variety of resources and studies to aid in this effort.

Narrated by Randy Vivian. 

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By NIA D’EMILIO & CHRISTOPHER TARANTINO, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, February 15, 2023.

When preparing for emergencies, the terms resilience and innovation are more than just buzzwords – sometimes, they are a matter of life and death. Since no two events are identical, managing a crisis requires ever-changing solutions to increasingly complex problems. One research project sought to measure these qualities. 

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By RODRIGO (RODDY) MOSCOSO, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, November 11, 2014.

In the nation's capital, emergency managers identify hazards, consider location-specific elements, and implement lessons learned from past incidents in order to create a robust preparedness plan for critical infrastructures, including power and water. Efforts in neighboring jurisdictions and private sector cooperation also contribute to the regional resilience of the power grid.

Narrated by Randy Vivian.

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By SCOTT FITZSIMMONS, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, May 08, 2013.

Understanding the different facets of tornado preparedness planning helps responders address questions related to these often costly and sometimes deadly incidents. A comprehensive approach for gathering and disseminating information, educating and training response personnel, and creating and updating a strategic plan could help reduce fatalities, damages, and recovery time when the next funnel cloud forms.

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By MARK MCQUEEN, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, February 08, 2023.

Opportunities can be found in the wake of great devastation. However, it can be challenging to plan for the future while restoring critical services and repairing the damage left in the crisis’s wake. Recovery plans should look beyond what existed before the disaster and include laying a foundation for regrowth and new business.

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By CHARLES J. GUDDEMI, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, February 08, 2023.

Most organizations have a daily operational plan for their communications that works most of the time and a backup plan for a short-term problem. However, many do not have a primary, alternate, contingency, emergency (PACE) plan for critical operational tasks. Learn more about the benefits of creating and maintaining a PACE plan.

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By ANDREW ALTIZER & STEVE HARRIS, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, July 10, 2019.

Imagine this scenario. A tornado watch has been in effect for the past six hours. The severe thunderstorm warning expires as the squall line passes over the area, which escaped significant severe weather. Although the Storm Prediction Center shows the area has been downgraded from enhanced to marginal, the Day 4-8 prediction indicates a 15% chance of severe weather in the area on Wednesday – today is Friday. Here comes another one.

Narrated by Randy Vivian.

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By AUDREY MAZUREK & RAPHAEL M. BARISHANSKY, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, August 14, 2013.

The U.S. public health community is tasked with more roles and responsibilities than ever before in the nation's history. That community may soon have to take on even more responsibilities during a radiological emergency. Uncovering the gaps and challenges involved may help in moving toward realistic operational planning without continuing to stress current public health programs.

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By CARL AMRITT, ELIOT BRADSHAW & ALYSSA SCHULENBERG, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, February 01, 2023.

In 2021, the number of terrorist attacks increased 17% from the previous year. As actors adapt and change their tactics and techniques, cities must develop new capabilities to counter these threats. This article explores notable global practices to help cities develop or enhance their threat assessment and management programs.

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By JAMIE HANNAN & STEPHANIE WRIGHT, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, February 01, 2023. 

Out of first-time events come many important lessons learned. For example, information must be disseminated using familiar terminology when an unfamiliar event occurs. In addition, recovery is a team effort that begins before the event has ended. Learn how the third most populated county in the United States handled recovery after Winter Storm Uri in 2021.

Narrated by MacGregor Stephenson.

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